Chris Blakely

Chris Blakely has over 18 years of work experience in various roles and industries. They currently work as the Associate Vice President - Surgical Specialties at Samaritan Health Services since June 2022. Prior to that, they served as the Regional Director of Clinic Operations - Surgical Services at Skagit Regional Health from April 2020 to June 2022, and as the Director of Clinic Operations - Musculoskeletal Service Line from November 2018 to April 2020. From November 2015 to November 2018, Chris was the Sr Clinic Manager - Cardiovascular at PeaceHealth. They also held the position of Practice Manager, Medical Specialties at Pacific Medical Centers from July 2012 to November 2015, and Supervisor, Professional Clinics at Swedish Medical Group from March 2010 to July 2012. Chris started their career as an Account Manager at Aerotek from October 2005 to March 2010, and earlier served as the Event Operations Manager at Avenue Catering from 2003 to 2005.

Chris Blakely attended Western Washington University from 1998 to 2002, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Economics. In 2001, they briefly studied at The University of New Mexico to fulfill general degree requirements.