Emily Drapal — CEO
I bring 20+ years of experience in executive operations, healthcare administration, and startup leadership. I started my career in clinical care (CNA, Licensed Acupuncturist, Massage Therapist, Medical Esthetician) and went on to co‑found and scale a multidisciplinary healthcare clinic, building operations, teams, and systems from the ground up. Today, I partner with founders and executives across technology, financial services, and health‑focused organizations to run the business behind the business - executive operations, strategic initiatives, project execution, team leadership, and risk‑aware operations that support growth.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Healthcare Operations Expert with extensive experience in executive support and project management.
Location: Denver, Colorado, United States
Experience: 16 yrs 5 mos
Skills
- Project Management
- Digital Project Management
- Healthcare Administration
- Clinic Management
- Patient Care
Career Highlights
- 20+ years in executive operations and healthcare administration.
- Co-founded and scaled a multidisciplinary healthcare clinic.
- Expert in project management and strategic initiatives.
Work Experience
Cubby Beds
Senior Executive Assistant to the CEO (4 mos)
Protiviti
Executive Assistant (1 yr 9 mos)
iSO-FORM, LLC
Project Manager (4 yrs 11 mos)
Ankeny Chiropractic Health Center
Clinic Director, Co-Owner, Licensed Acupuncturist (4 yrs 4 mos)
MINNETONKA FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC LLC
Office Manager, Rehab Technician, X-Ray Technician (2 yrs)
Various Businesses - Finesse Spa and Salon, Massage Retreat, Private Practice
Licensed Massage Therapist & Esthetician (9 yrs)
Northcrest Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Certified Nursing Assistant (1 yr 5 mos)
Education
Masters of Acupuncture at Northwestern Health Sciences University
Kinesiology and Exercise Science at Iowa State University
Certified Nurse Aid at Des Moines Area Community College
at Iowa State University
Massage and Aesthetics at The Salon Professional Academy-Ames
