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Meet the board

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The CHAASE mission includes providing guidance and support for students through real-world experiences and preparing them for the challenges and excitement of their careers. This mission wouldn't be possible without the great collaboration, ideas, and expertise from our board of advisors.

2026-2027 CHAASE Board of Advisors 

Executive Committee  
  • Chair:  Dinah Martin Kmetz, Saint Therese
  • Vice Chair:  Kris Krentz, Skaalen Retirement Services 
  • Past Chair:  Soni Koeller, Attorney (solo practice) 
  • CHAASE Director: Lindsey Creapeau, UWEC    
  • CHAASE Associate Director:  Natalie McMurry, UWEC
  • Ad Hoc:  Kristy Lauver, UWEC  

Brandi Barthel, Presbyterian Homes & Services 
Jennifer Bever, Friendship Village of Bloomington 
Patrick Carroll, Wipfli 
Amy Fouts, Capri Communities 
Monica Friedman, Life Care Services (LCS) 
Emily Hanson, Alden Management Services 
Erin Hilligan, Health Dimensions Group
Michael Libby, St. Camillus 
Mark Lupo, Direct Supply 
Kristie McCurdy, Monarch Healthcare Management 
David Mills, North Shore Healthcare                     
Talia Pletcher, M3 Insurance 
Rob Rode, Rode & Coffin LLC 
Melissa Schneider, Episcopal Homes 
Bob Siebel, Carriage Healthcare Companies, Inc. 
Ken Smith,  Illuminus 
Lisa Thomson, Pathway Health 
Amy Vehrs, CCA 

Emeriti/Retired 

Gene Decker, Ph.D.
LaNette Flunker, M.B.A.

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Center for Health Administration and Aging Services Excellence (CHAASE)

Schneider Social Science Hall 226
1702 Park Avenue
Eau Claire, WI 54701
United States