2019 Annual Conference Speakers

Tom Korpal - Business Development & Sales Leader - Digital Energy Services & Control, Trane
Bobby Barnett - Rental Services Account Manager, Trane

Speaker Bios

Tom Korpal has 18 Years Industry Experience focusing on Controls an Energy related opportunities. Currently, 5 1/2 Years with Trane overseeing the Mid-America Energy Services and Controls Teams.

Previous Companies: Lynxspring, Inc., Johnson Controls, Control Solutions

Bobby Barnett was a graduate of Oklahoma State University School of Technical Training in 1985. He went to work for TD Service in Tulsa after school and was hired by Trane in 1991 where he worked as a service technician until December of 2015. He then went to work for a local manufacturer of HVAC as a Technical trainer, but returned to Trane in January of 2017 as the Rental Services Account Manager for all of Oklahoma.

Abstract

1. Harnessing Energy
2. Controlling your Assets
3. Contingency Planning

Josh Brown - Solutions Advisor, Honeywell Building Solutions

Speaker Bio

• Sales engineering with deep knowledge of systems integration
• Delivering presentations of new products to global customers
• Solutions development for customers seeking standardization of complex building automation systems globally
• Proficient with building automation systems. HVAC, security, lighting control, CCTV, life safety
• Enterprise level integration of commercial building sub-systems
• Experience with validated systems. (21 CFR Part 11)
• Engineering open building management systems: Tridium, ComfortPoint,
• LonWorks, BACnet, Modbus (PLC), XL-5000, C-Bus (Honeywell)

Abstract

1. Mobile Security
2. OBS - Outcome Based Services
3. Vector - Occupant App

Corky Bishop, P.E. - Professional Engineer and 6030 Verifier, Apex Medical Gas Systems

Speaker Bio

Corky Bishop is a registered Mechanical Engineer. He obtained his bachelors degree from Oklahoma State University. He has been employed as a medical gas verifier for 26 years. He served as president of MGPHO, the professional society for verifiers. Corky has ASSE credentials for Med Gas Installer, Inspector, Verifier, Bulk Systems Verifier, and Instructor.

Corky tests piped med gas systems at hospitals and dental offices, performs plan reviews of medical gas drawings, and teaches courses for ASSE 6010 Med Gas Installers and 6040 Maintenance Personnel.

Abstract

1. Common Mistakes in Med Gas Piping.
2. Do your inspectors have the required credentials?
3. Understanding Categories, Anesthetizing Locations, and Rules that apply to Existing Facilities.

Becky Lewis - System Director of Infection Prevention, INTEGRIS Health
Jim Trimberger - System Director of Environmental Health & Safety, INTEGRIS Health

Speaker Bios

Becky J. Lewis RN, MSN, CIC began her career in infection prevention at INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center on the same week that the H1N1 influenza virus hit the United States in May 2009. In 2010, she spent 15 months establishing an infection prevention program at a new hospital in Virginia. In 2011, Becky returned to Oklahoma and INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center as the Infection Prevention Coordinator. In July 2015, she accepted a position as System Director of Infection Prevention for INTEGRIS Health. In April 2018, she graduated with her Masters of Science in Nursing, specializing in infection prevention. Becky is a member of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology and co-presented a poster at the 2014 national conference.

Jim Trimberger began his career in the field of Safety at INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center in 1991, and has worked for INTEGRIS for 28 years. He obtained his Masters Degree in Industrial Hygiene from OU Health Science Center in 1995, with Masters work specializing in environmental controls for hospital exposures, both chemical and biological. His responsibilities and achievements in Environmental Health & Safety over 3 decades have focused on regulatory compliance, Life Safety Code compliance, emergency management and Joint Commission accreditation, including 100+ successful Joint Commission surveys. In addition, Jim helped establish the regional medical planning group to assist all regional hospitals with coordinating efforts during disasters such as the Murrah bombing and the May 1999 tornado events. His disaster recovery experience has included a significant emphasis on recovery after water intrusion, floods and loss of utilities.

Abstract

1. Identify critical failures in humidity management and its impact on the clinical environment
2. Create a multi-disciplinary approach to ensuring patient safety priorities through plan creation, including standard clinical and facilities response actions when out of range conditions exist.
3. Describe ways for using technology to assist in this process in both large and small.

Kelly Mason - Director of Healthcare Partnerships, Specified Technologies Inc.

Speaker Bios

Kelly is the Director of Healthcare Partnerships for Specified Technologies Inc. (STI). Kelly has been in the firestop industry for over 25 years. Kelly has implemented programs for managing barriers throughout the United States for over 18 years in existing space and new construction and has assisted the Canadian team in similar efforts. Notable projects include The Cleveland Clinic, Nebraska Medical Center, The Mayo Clinic, Dallas Parkland Medical Center, University Hospital, and John’s Hopkins Medical Center along with many others.

Kelly has presented too many healthcare organizations around the country both national (ASHE) and regional.

Abstract

1. Identify the issues associated with managing barriers
2. Discuss options for a barrier protocol
3. Provide the tools needed for success
4. Show how a proactive protocol approach saves time. money and lives

Maggie Hendrix-Raprich - Priority Response Coordinator, Blackmon Mooring/BMSCAT

Speaker Bio

Maggie Hendrix-Raprich was born and raised in Sanger, TX and graduated from Oklahoma State University with a Marketing Degree. I have been in the industry for almost 6 years and first baby due in June!

Abstract

1. An Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) is an essential step in limiting the acquisition and transmission of infections in a healthcare environment.
2. Controlling infections requires a comprehensive approach that combines infection prevention, engineering and nursing.
3. An ICRA identifies the greatest risks and determines how these three disciplines can collaborate to control infections in a specific healthcare setting.

Haley Robson - Lighting Design Project Manager, Bernhard TME

Speaker Bio

Haley Robson is a lighting designer with over 14 years of experience in the industry. She leads Bernhard TME's lighting design team and specializes in lighting design for healthcare facilities. Haley is a Lighting Certified Professional with the NCQLP, a LEED Green Associate, and an active member of the Illuminating Engineering Society. Haley's passion is researching and implementing quality lighting design practices to benefit the psychological well-being of building occupants. She has spoken on similar topics for ASHE PDC, the World Energy Engineering Congress, and the Electrical League of Arkansas.

Abstract

1. Examine the impact of lighting levels on circadian rhythm
2. Understand how quality lighting can improve patient care
3. Identify methods for applying LED lighting and other advanced technologies to improve lighting quality in healthcare facilities

Michael Jambrone - Consultant, ATG, a JLL company

Speaker Bio

With more than 250 hospitals and 200M SF of healthcare facilities under his guidance, Mike takes a proactive role in helping healthcare organizations improve facility planning, compliance, and management. His civil engineering background not only helps clients meet current tactical needs, but also create new innovative services/technologies to address future needs.

Mike is a consistent presenter for ASHE chapters across the country as he delivers educational information in an easy to understand context.

Abstract

To educate attendees on what some world class hospitals and organizations are doing across the country when it comes to managing mission-critical information.

Some of the topics discussed would include:

1. Regulatory Compliance Documentation – how hospitals are moving away from the typical cart full of binders method
2. Life safety testing and inventories – how hospitals are solving the age-old problem of keeping device inventories (extinguishers, exit light, fire suppression & detection, etc.) and inspection records accurate
3. Life safety drawing maintenance – how hospitals are keeping life safety drawings up-to-date in conjunction with constant construction and renovation projects
4. Space utilization and square footage calculations – how hospitals are upgrading how they report on cost center square footage
5. Critical MEP Zone Control Layouts – how hospitals are preventing losing critical shut off and zone distribution knowledge when trusted employees retire or leave

Katherine Tranum - Flooring Consultant, Bigheart Commercial Floors/ Altro Safety Floors
Daniel Cox - Installation Consultant, BigHeart/Cox Finishes

Speaker Bio

Katherine has been a flooring consultant for 15 years. She has managed accounts with top Oklahoma Architect firms specializing in healthcare settings. Representing unique range of commercial flooring options for *Healthcare, * Senior Living, *Hospitality and Educational settings.

Daniel has 35+ Years experience in installation, sales and service. Healthcare, Corporate and Education with a primary focus in Healthcare.

Abstract

1. The major superbugs & how infections are spread.
2. The role different types of surfaces play in infection.
3. How to prevent infection by specifying floors & walls with hygienic attributes.

Jack Evans, MBA, PMP, CHFM, CHSP - Director of Regulatory Compliance & Support, Medxcel Facilities Management

Speaker Bio

Jack graduated from Madonna University with a Master’s of Science in Business Administration and earned his Bachelor’s degree from Oakland University. In his current position as the Director of Regulatory Compliance and Support, he serves a 150-Hospital Healthcare System. He is also the author of the ASHE Insider 2015 “In Pursuit of Safety Excellence” and Winter 2017’s “Stewards of Infection Prevention – Our Role in Patient Outcomes.”

Abstract

Abstract coming soon.