Mike Canales
CHFM
Mike Canales is a 33 year Healthcare Engineering Professional, who has worked as a Healthcare Facilities Director for 21 years.
Currently serving as the program director for the Healthcare Facilities Leadership degree program at Owensboro Community and Technical College. Mike has been a long time ASHE member, earned his CHFM certification in 2003, and is a founding member and past president of the Virginia Society of Healthcare Engineers (VSHE). Mike has expertise in Clinical Engineering, Maintenance & Plant Operations, Security, Emergency Management, Project Management, Environmental Services, Telecommunications, Public Water Works, Leadership Development and Education. Mike is passionate about the professional development and advancement of healthcare facilities leaders from the entry level to the seasoned veteran. Mike holds a Masters in Personal Organizational Leadership from Western Kentucky University and a Bachelors of Science in Electronic Engineering Technology from DeVry University.