Siraj Khan, MSME, PE, CEM, LEED AP, CEFP
Associate Vice President for Facilities Management
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(248) 370-2161
Siraj Khan joined Oakland University in 2009. He has more than 30 years of experience in all aspects of engineering design and construction of a building's related systems with a Master of Science degree in mechanical engineering from Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas. Siraj holds a professional engineer license in the State of Michigan, is a Certified Energy Manager®, a LEED® Accredited Professional and a Certified Educational Facilities Professional.
Rafi Bayrakdarian
Director of Engineering & Energy
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(248) 370-4990
Rafi Bayrakdarian joined Oakland University in 2012. He has more than 25 years of experience in engineering design and energy management. Rafi holds a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering degree from Concordia University, Montreal, Canada. He is a Professional Engineer, Certified Energy Manager, and a LEED Accredited Professional
Ryan Giorio
Director of Capital Planning, Design & Construction
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(248) 370-4383
Ryan Giorio joined Oakland University in 2007. He has more than 25 years of experience overseeing the planning, design development and execution of a wide range of infrastructure and capital projects. Ryan holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, Master of Business Administration and certifications in HVAC. In his spare time, he collects and wears OU swag. GO GRIZZLIES!
Brian Ward
Director of Operations
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(248) 370-2378
Brian Ward joined Oakland University in 2013. He has more than 20 years of experience in construction and oversees the Operations and Maintenance team consisting of 5 supervisors and over 40 skilled trades workers, representing the utilities, heating/air conditioning, structures, and central heating plant areas.
Carolyn Johnson
Manager of the Business Office
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(248) 370-2382
Carolyn Johnson joined Oakland University in 1995. She holds a Master of Business Administration degree and oversees all business/finance-related issues as they pertain to facilities management.
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Douglas LaLone
Director of Facility Services
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(248) 370-2388
Doug LaLone joined Oakland University in 1998. With experience in both Finance and Facilities Management at the university, he directs the Campus Cleaning and Grounds departments. These teams consist of over 60 employees, as well as outside cleaning vendors.
Sean Dillon
Operations Analyst
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(248) 370-2579
Sean Dillon joined Oakland University in 2018. He has over 15 years experience in information technology, including 5 years managing a service desk for a large multi-national marketing company. He is a graduate of Wayne State University and holds a Master of Business Administration degree. Sean oversees all IT Systems and Technology requests and issues for the Facilities team. Additionally, he supports the management team with processes and business goals.
Shannon Stribling, PACE
Executive Secretary
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(248) 370-2160
Shannon Stribling joined Oakland University in 2009. She has more than 20 years experience in the secretarial and office management fields, with over 18 years experience in higher education. She holds a Certificate of Clerical Office from Baker College and a PACE certification.