Holly Winslow
About Holly Winslow
Holly Winslow is a Quality Specialist at the Minnesota Department of Health, with extensive experience in leading CLIA audits and internal auditing. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry and has worked in various roles, including as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist at Mayo Clinic and a Product Responsibility Liaison at 3M.
Work at Minnesota Department of Health
Holly Winslow has been employed at the Minnesota Department of Health since 2009, initially serving as a Research Scientist for 15 years. In 2020, she transitioned to the role of Quality Specialist, where she has worked for the past four years. In her current position, she leads external audits, particularly CLIA audits, and is involved in internal auditing processes from planning to execution and documentation. Winslow also manages and programs database systems to improve laboratory data analysis and reporting.
Education and Expertise
Holly Winslow earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biochemistry from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, completing her studies from 2003 to 2006. She is a Certified Quality Process Analyst and has received training in project management and quality assurance techniques. Her educational background and certifications support her expertise in quality management and laboratory processes.
Background
Before joining the Minnesota Department of Health, Holly Winslow worked at Mayo Clinic Rochester as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist from 2007 to 2009. She also held a position at 3M as a Product Responsibility Liaison for one year in 2011-2012. Her diverse experience in clinical and laboratory settings has contributed to her proficiency in quality assurance and laboratory management.
Achievements
Holly Winslow has developed and presented training programs focused on laboratory skills, software implementation, and quality concepts. She possesses strong communication skills, which include professional writing and delivering formal presentations. Additionally, she has received training in mentoring, coaching, emotional intelligence, collaboration, employee engagement, and conflict management, enhancing her ability to lead and train others in her field.