Heather Banules

Heather Banules serves as the Director of Insurance and Claims Administration at the University of Michigan since July 2015, where responsibilities include managing insurance programs and developing loss prevention strategies. With extensive experience in risk management, Heather has held multiple positions in the university's Work Connections program, focusing on workers' compensation and disability case management. Additional roles include serving as a Trustee for the Workers' Disability Compensation Agency Funds Administration and a Board Member for the Michigan Self-Insurers' Association, advocating for workplace safety and regulatory compliance. Educational qualifications include a Master of Nursing in Family Practice from Oakland University and an extensive nursing background across various healthcare settings.