Corey Koca
About Corey Koca
Corey Koca serves as the Director of Pipeline Management at Spire, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in operations management, having held various roles at Black Hills Corporation and Northern Natural Gas, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Colorado Technical University.
Work at Spire
Corey Koca serves as the Director of Pipeline Management at Spire, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing pipeline operations and management strategies within the organization. His work focuses on optimizing performance and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Koca's leadership contributes to the company's operational goals and enhances service delivery in the Kansas City, Missouri area.
Previous Experience at Black Hills Corporation
Corey Koca has extensive experience with Black Hills Corporation, where he held multiple roles over a span of ten years. He began as an Operations Technician from 2005 to 2008, then progressed to Operations Supervisor from 2008 to 2011. Koca was promoted to Manager of Utility Operations from 2011 to 2015 and later served as Director of Operations from 2015 to 2019. His tenure at Black Hills Corporation involved significant responsibilities in operations management and performance optimization.
Experience at Northern Natural Gas
Koca worked as Operations Manager at Northern Natural Gas for nine months in 2020 to 2021. In this capacity, he managed operational processes and contributed to the company's efficiency and productivity goals. His role involved strategic planning and execution, aligning with his expertise in operations management.
Education and Expertise
Corey Koca holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from Colorado Technical University, which he completed from 2013 to 2015. He also studied Construction Management at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Koca's educational background supports his skills in project management, contract management, and organizational leadership.
Skills and Strengths
Koca possesses a range of skills including performance optimization, budget management, and resource allocation. He is experienced in building strong working relationships with employees and stakeholders. His expertise extends to strategic business partnerships and business process improvement, which are critical for driving operational success.