William Klag

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About William Klag

EmergencyManagement #HealthcarePreparedness #IncidentCommand #HospitalLeadership #CrisisResponse #COOPPlanning #CoalitionBuilding #RegulatoryCompliance #PublicHealthResilience #DisasterReadiness Director-level Emergency Management leader with 12+ years of experience developing and executing strategic preparedness programs across healthcare systems and regional coalitions. From leading multi- agency emergency responses to aligning Joint Commission, CMS, and ASPR compliance standards, I bring the operational depth and leadership focus required to protect healthcare organizations, staff, and communities in moments of crisis. At Mass General Brigham – Salem Hospital, I revitalized and integrated a dormant emergency preparedness program into a cohesive, award-winning system. I led pandemic response efforts, established regional collaboration frameworks, and oversaw HPP federal grant compliance and execution. As Chair of the Massachusetts Region 3 HMCC, I bring coalition-building expertise that ensures scalable, cross-sector planning and resource mobilization. WHAT DO I BRING? 12+ years leading hospital-based emergency preparedness and incident command operations Deep expertise in CMS, ASPR, OSHA, and Joint Commission emergency management requirements Extensive success managing federal HPP grants, system audits, and regulatory deliverables Recognized for award-winning initiatives in policy innovation, risk communication, and staff training Proven regional leadership coordinating 49+ municipalities as part of a statewide healthcare coalition. I believe in the critical role of emergency management in safeguarding health systems, communities, and lives. With more than a decade of experience leading hospital and regional preparedness programs, I’ve seen firsthand how strategic planning, collaboration, and responsive leadership can drive resilience—even in the face of crisis. My work spans hospital command activations, coalition governance, and regulatory alignment, all rooted in a deep commitment to public health and operational integrity. If you’re seeking a dedicated, mission-driven professional to strengthen your healthcare emergency preparedness or lead system-wide risk readiness initiatives, I’d welcome the opportunity to connect here or you can reach me directly at wklag@mgb.org.