Chris Cole
About Chris Cole
Chris Cole serves as the Director of Engineering for the Hospital Performance Index at Milliman, where he has worked since 2013. He has a background in software engineering and business information systems, with previous roles at Microsoft and the OpenSocial Foundation.
Current Role at Milliman
Chris Cole serves as the Director of Engineering for the Hospital Performance Index at Milliman since 2013. In this role, he has been instrumental in building a dedicated team focused on enhancing the Hospital Performance Index. His leadership contributes to the development and execution of product direction within the healthcare sector.
Previous Experience at Microsoft
Before joining Milliman, Chris Cole worked at Microsoft as a Senior Software Engineer (SDE) for a brief period in 2004. His experience at Microsoft provided him with foundational skills in software engineering that he has applied throughout his career.
Educational Background
Chris Cole studied at San Diego State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems from 1992 to 1997. He later pursued non-matriculated post-graduate studies in Computer Science at the University of Washington from 2000 to 2001. This educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in both business and technology.
Involvement with OpenSocial Foundation
Chris Cole was a Board Member of the OpenSocial Foundation from 2010 to 2011. His involvement in this organization reflects his commitment to advancing open standards and collaborative technologies within the industry.
Expertise in Healthcare Technology
Chris Cole possesses expertise in setting and executing product direction at an industry-wide level. He played a key role in developing the Health Trend Guidelines at Milliman, demonstrating his capability in shaping healthcare technology initiatives.