Cory Krause
Greenville,Wisconsin
Summary
Strategic Facilities Director with 5 years of healthcare operational leadership and AHA-certified CHFM credential. Led emergency preparedness initiatives, managed complex projects, and ensured regulatory compliance. Optimized Facility Management Systems to enhance performance, improve client satisfaction, and reduce vendor costs.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Facilities Management
Crothall Healthcare Inc.
Appleton, WI
11.2021 - Current
- Managed team of 8 technicians overseeing 715k square feet of healthcare buildings, strategically hiring to align with building culture and client values while promoting commitment to customer service.
- Collaborated with client leadership across multiple buildings to ensure expectations were met and gathered feedback for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Oversaw building upgrades at 6 healthcare facilities, enhancing the functionality and safety of hospital and clinic environments.
- Maintain regulatory compliance and survey readiness for Life Safety and Environment of Care in our Facility Management System
- Lead a specialized traveling team of 5 trades personnel to reduce our client outsourced services for Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing work. Saving current client over $600k in year 2 for this program and continue building and show increased savings
- Engaged with leadership to support and drive Gamechanger initiatives for improved outcomes.
Facilities Coordinator
ThedaCare Regional Cancer Center
Appleton, Wisconsin
12.2015 - 12.2021
- Successfully managed 3 projects, including installation of a 4.9 million-dollar CyberKnife machine to help our team provide more precise treatment to cancer patients. These projects were completed without interfering with patient care and meeting key project milestones
- Managed 8 phases of a 2 year 2.1-million-dollar renovation project from design to check out that allows our staff to collaboratively work together more effectively
- Project management and involvement with architects and engineers through the design, planning and construction phases of a new 240K square foot healthcare facility. Reviewed submittals, approving items including security systems, HVAC, plumbing and emergency power supply systems. Gave feedback on plans and made recommendations for improvement. Convinced hospital leadership, along with construction manager to add UV lighting in the air handling units, creating a cleaner, safer environment for our patients and employees at this critical time fighting against COVID-19
- Initiated Preventative Maintenance Program at ThedaCare Regional Cancer Center, implementing asset tagging and scheduling frequencies to enhance maintenance efficiency.
- Prepared action plans to establish procedures for various emergency situations, including codes and hospital contingencies
- Reviewed policies and procedures for new 90,000 square foot facility, facilitating operational readiness and instilling confidence in site leaders.
- Completed two Joint Commission surveys at site, achieving minimal life safety compliance issues and environmental recommendations.
Facilities Electrician
ThedaCare Medical Center
Waupaca, Wisconsin
07.2010 - 12.2015
- Worked as project lead to add variable frequency drives on many of our large hospital air handlers. This allows us to do soft starts through our building automation system computer. Worked with Focus on Energy to obtain grant funding and to get the most out of this project as possible.
- Led two different energy efficiency projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement on energy consumption. Researched and worked closely to change out all parking lot lights at a healthcare facility with a 3.2-year ROI.
- Led the facilities team through installation and operation of a new computerized maintenance system, accounting for hundreds of assets and strengthening our preventive preventative maintenance program
- Led facilities team in installation and operation of new computerized maintenance system for hundreds of assets, enhancing preventive maintenance program.
Interim Manager of Facilities and EVS Departments
ThedaCare
Waupaca, WI
01.2014 - 08.2014
- Managed a team of 28 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees
- Built functional team of facilities and EVS professionals in interim role, applying new management skills to enhance daily operations and receiving recognition from healthcare leaders
- Managed cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
Journeyman Electrician Foreman
Van Ert Electric Company
Kaukauna, Wisconsin
02.2004 - 07.2010
- Traveled to three states to train employees on installation of technical machines and equipment, streamlining installation processes with blueprint modifications for quicker, easier installs and operational savings
- Collaborated with vendors to coordinate timely shipments of electrical products for over 20 employees on yearlong projects, establishing material order and delivery dates for better planning and efficiency
- Developed training methods for new electricians by pairing apprentices with experienced journeymen, accelerating competency acquisition and aligning with company policies
Education
Wisconsin State Electrical License - Electrician
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI05-2003
Bachelor Course Work - General Studies
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI01-1999
Skills
- Emergency preparedness
- Energy management
- Facility inspections
- Budget management
- Team leadership
- Property management
- Project management
- Vendor negotiation
- Building codes
- Regulatory compliance
- Contract management
- Facilities operations
Accomplishments
- Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager attained in 2025
- Qualified Health Care Physical Environment Worker ASHE Exam 2026
- Work directly with Contractors and Building Leadership in constructing a 240K square foot new Hospital. Coordinated moving equipment and supplies and setting up multiple departments for go live date
- Supervised construction team on a two year long, 8 phase projects with multiple contractors to completing it on time and without negatively affecting patient care.
- Tasked to setup and maintain an additional 110k sq. ft. building on short notice with no concerns from facilities management
- Completed 4.9 million-dollar CyberKnife project on time and under budget
- Initiated our preventative maintenance program for ThedaCare Regional Caner Center, ThedaCare Orthopedic Hospital and ThedaCare Urology Healthcare Buildings
- Selected as the facilities rep to provide project management support to the building of a new 240K square foot facility during the design phase and continuing through construction. Report out to the Executive Leadership Team on accomplishments and progress of construction
- Coordinated and lead meetings with multiple departments to efficiently set up workflow processes for new healthcare facility
- Worked closely with general contractor on any discrepancies to create achievable solutions
- Oversee Facility upgrades
- Manage vendor contracts
- Lead team of 8 employees and traveling service team of 5
Affiliations
- Wisconsin Healthcare Engineering Association
- The American Society of Health Care Engineering
- American Hospital Association
- National Fire Protection Agency
Certification
- 2026-05 Qualified Health Care Physical Environment Worker ASHE Exam 2026
- 2025-11 Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager
- 2023-04 Emergency Management Institute IS-100, IS-200 and IS-700 Training and Certificates in Incident Command Systems and National Incident Management Systems
- 2019-01 Wisconsin Healthcare Advanced Construction Certificate
- 2018-09 Wisconsin Healthcare Construction Certificate
- 2015-09 Joint Commission Life Safety and Environment of Care Base Camp Training
- 2009-01 OSHA 30 Hour General Certification
- 2007-10 OSHA 10 Hour Certification
Timeline
Director of Facilities Management
Crothall Healthcare Inc.
11.2021 - Current
Facilities Coordinator
ThedaCare Regional Cancer Center
12.2015 - 12.2021
Interim Manager of Facilities and EVS Departments
ThedaCare
01.2014 - 08.2014
Facilities Electrician
ThedaCare Medical Center
07.2010 - 12.2015
Journeyman Electrician Foreman
Van Ert Electric Company
02.2004 - 07.2010
Bachelor Course Work - General Studies
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Wisconsin State Electrical License - Electrician
Fox Valley Technical College