Executive Committee

My career started in safety and public health as a Firefighter/Engineer/EMT in Contra Costa County while also working for Tosco & Shell Refineries in Martinez as a Safety Officer/EMT. After coming to Kaiser Permanente in 1997 and working as an Emergency Room Technician and Sr. Orthopedics Technician, I made my way back to safety. Now at Kaiser Permanente for the past 26+ years, my focus has been environment of care, emergency management, respiratory protection, industrial hygiene, hazardous materials & wastes, injury illness prevention, and facility services support. I hold both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in healthcare administration which has lent to my experiences and oversight of Facilities Services and Safety Operations.

I’ve been an active member of ASHE and CSHE since 2012. During this time, I’m proud to have earned my CHFM & CHEM designations and was awarded by ASHE as an Emerging Leader in 2021. Having previously been the Northeastern CSHE Chapter Vice President and President, I’m now serving on the Executive Committee as State President. My aim is to drive growth of frontline Engineers while broadening our reach to every Hospital and Healthcare organization in the State.

While not at work, I enjoy family time (wife and 2 kids), golfing, winetasting, being a ‘foodie’, and getting on those Royal Caribbean cruises each year!

Santiago D. Chambers is the Director of Plant Operations at UCI Health Los Alamitos in Los Alamitos, CA. Santiago has over 25 years of healthcare experience and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Human Services and a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration. Santiago is also a Certified Healthcare Safety Professional and Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional. He is married to his wife of 30 years with 3 adult children: 1 college graduate, 1 finishing college, and the last serving in the U.S. Marines. Santiago is also a U.S. Navy Veteran.

Mr. Peterson brings 20+ years of experience in healthcare facilities management, and more than 30 years’ experience in facilities/construction management. Prior to working St Helena, he worked with Adventist Health at their Glendale campus. His responsibilities have included oversight of Plant Operations, Environmental Services, Linen, Safety, Patient Transport, Transportation, Emergency Management, Construction, Environment of Care, Security and Grounds.

Mr. Peterson was instrumental in opening California’s first green field critical access hospital.

Mr. Peterson holds or has held the following certifications: Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager (CHFM), Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC), Senior Certified Healthcare Mechanic (MECH), FEMA ICS 100, 200, 300, 700, 800, and FEMA ATC 20 Post Earthquake Safety Evaluation of Buildings.

During his free time, Mr. Peterson enjoys hunting, fishing, bowling and riding his motorcycle. He has been active with Willits Kiwanis and has served on the Board for 8 years. He has organized and participated in 7 mission trips to support and improve the facilities and operating structures of hospitals and orphanages in Honduras.

Joe Brothman brings a decade of unwavering commitment and professionalism to the California Society for Healthcare Engineers (CSHE). He is currently holding the position of President of the CSHE Orange County Chapter, serving as the Chair of the CSHE Education Committee as well as the CSHE State Secretary. Joe plays a pivotal role in shaping the organization's trajectory. With nearly ten years of active involvement, Joe has served in key leadership roles as both a chapter Vice President and President. His tenure reflects a practical and impactful contribution to the evolution of healthcare engineering practices in the region. Joe has successfully led various significant events, including the recent SoCal Seminar, showcasing his ability to organize and deliver successful initiatives that foster knowledge-sharing within the healthcare engineering community. Currently, he is channeling his expertise into chairing this year's Annual Institute, demonstrating his commitment to ongoing education and professional development. In addition to his roles within CSHE, Joe is the Director of General Services at UCI Medical Center in Orange, California. His hands-on experience in the healthcare sector brings a practical perspective to his leadership roles within CSHE, ensuring alignment with industry standards and practical applicability. Joe Brothman's leadership is characterized by inclusivity, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to excellence. As he guides CSHE into the future, Joe continues to advocate for positive change, inspiring growth, and progress within the healthcare engineering community.