Michael Stofa
About Michael Stofa
Michael Stofa serves as the Manager of Facilities Operations at EmblemHealth, where he has worked since 2005. He has extensive experience in facilities management, having previously held roles at Lifetime Brands and Magen David Yeshivah Elementary School, and possesses certifications in Facilities & Construction Project Management.
Current Role at EmblemHealth
Michael Stofa serves as the Manager of Facilities Operations at EmblemHealth, a position he has held since 2005. In this role, he manages and maintains a total of 1 million square feet of corporate headquarters, satellite offices, data centers, and fulfillment centers. His responsibilities include space planning, modular furniture reconfigurations, and overseeing executive office build-outs. Stofa engages in daily communication with property owners, representatives, and engineers to ensure smooth operations across all facilities.
Previous Experience in Facilities Management
Before joining EmblemHealth, Michael Stofa worked as the Facilities Manager at Lifetime Brands from 1993 to 2002, where he gained extensive experience in facilities management over a nine-year period. He also served as the Facilities and Property Manager at Magen David Yeshivah Elementary School from 2002 to 2004. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in managing complex facilities and coordinating various operational tasks.
Education and Certifications
Michael Stofa studied at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Police Science and Forensic Psychology from 1992 to 1996. He later attended New York University, where he focused on Facilities and Construction Project Management, achieving certification from 2002 to 2003. His educational background equips him with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective facilities management.
Key Projects and Responsibilities
In his current position, Michael Stofa has directed significant projects, including the redesign of the interior data center office space, totaling 35,000 square feet. He oversaw the replacement of existing CRAC units with eight new 30-ton units in the data center and coordinated the design and installation of the main 'live' data center infrastructure upgrade. Stofa also creates and distributes RFPs for all facilities-related services and ensures compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations for facility and data center issues.
Management of Security Systems
Michael Stofa is responsible for managing and maintaining various security systems at EmblemHealth, including emergency action plans (EAP), fire alarms (FA), and both physical and electronic security systems. His role ensures that all facilities operate safely and securely, adhering to industry standards and regulations.