Minnesota Department of Health
Chris Brueske has extensive work experience in various roles. Chris is currently working as the Chief Data Strategist at the Minnesota Department of Health. Prior to this, they owned their own company, Blue Blanket Investments LLC. From 2015 to 2020, they were a full-time stay-at-home dad. Chris also co-founded Sawbill Botanicals LLC from 2018 to 2020. Chris previously worked at the Minnesota Department of Health in several positions, including Deputy Chief Operating Officer, Interim Assistant Commissioner, Assistant Division Director, and Operations and Follow-Up Supervisor. Before that, they worked as an Environmental Analyst at Pace® Analytical Services. Chris started their career as an Organic Farmer.
Chris Brueske received their Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry from Saint John's University from 1996 to 2000.
Minnesota Department of Health
Minnesota’s public health system is known as one of the best in the nation. It's built upon a strong partnership between the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), local public health agencies, tribal governments and a range of other organizations. MDH's mission is to protect, maintain and improve the health of all Minnesotans. It has about 1,500 employees and an annual budget of approximately $500 million in state, federal and fee-based funds.