Michael Hoeflein, Regional Director of Maintenance and Facilities at University of Michigan Health Regional Network, joins host David Trask to explore the complexities of uniting facilities operations across six hospitals and 100 sites of care. With a background that spans design, construction, and operations, Michael shares how his wide-ranging experience has shaped his leadership approach—from navigating microcultures and regulatory readiness to building subject matter expertise within teams.
He also opens up about the power of inclusive communication, the importance of culture in retaining staff, and how connecting employees’ daily work to organizational goals can drive engagement. Packed with actionable insights on team building, standardization, and change leadership, this episode is a must-listen for facility leaders tackling growth, complexity, and transformation.
Michael Hoeflein is the Regional Director of Maintenance and Facilities at University of Michigan Health Regional Network. He specializes in process improvement, regulatory compliance, and quality. Michael has led five successful TJC and CMS surveys and developed a multi-year preparedness strategy that earned the highest TJC scorecard in over 20 years. He previously managed operations for 6.5 million sq. ft. of healthcare space, overseeing 170 staff across hospitals and clinics.
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