Frank Damanskas
President
Frank founded QFAS in 2001 and has 25 years of experience in the first aid and safety business. He is first aid and CPR certified. Prior to QFAS, Frank worked as a corporate accountant. When not working with the team at QFAS, he enjoys gardening, hunting, and fishing. Frank’s favorite vacation destinations include Northern Michigan, Hawaii, and Florida.
Craig Fuerst
Vice President
Craig has worked at QFAS since October 2005 and has 19 years of first aid and safety experience, as well as certifications in first aid and CPR. He is married and has 3 kids, 2 cats (“Jack” and “Zoe”) and enjoys kids’ sports, hunting, fishing, and camping. Craig and his family enjoy trips to the Silver Lake Sand Dunes and Northern Michigan.
Kathy Booker
Sales
Kathy joined QFAS in September 2005 and has nearly 22 years of first aid and safety experience. She is certified in first aid and CPR. When not working with clients, Kathy enjoys spending time with family, golfing, and kayaking. She has 3 children, 6 grandchildren, a dog named “Molly, and two cats – “Chase” and “Morgan.” Favorite vacations include cruises and trips to the Florida Keys.
Dean Fuerst
Sales & Training
Dean has worked for QFAS since August 2013. Prior to joining QFAS, he taught history and English at the high school level. Dean is certified to teach CPR, first aid, AED, bloodborne pathogens, forklift training, respiratory protection and respiratory fit testing, and Lockout/Tagout. Hobbies include reading, creative writing, walking, and hunting. Dean is married with 2 children and a Sheltie named “Ace.” Favorite vacation destinations include Mackinac Island and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
Beth Fuerst
Sales & Training
Beth has worked for QFAS since October 2016. Prior to joining the QFAS team, Beth worked in the school system. She is a Wellness Coach at the YMCA and is certified to teach CPR, first, AED, and bloodborne pathogens courses. Hobbies include reading, playing cards, biking, exercising/weightlifting, and spending time with family. Beth is married and has 2 children and a Sheltie named “Ace.” California and Florida are her favorite vacation destinations.
Marie Burgess
Credit & Collections Manager
Marie has worked for QFAS since April 2010. Prior to joining QFAS, she spent 25 years as the credit and collections manager for a trash hauling company. Marie has 5 grown children, 9 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren, as well as 2 Schnauzers, “Jack” and “Jillie,” and a Maltese Papillon named “Sassy.” She is a dedicated University of Michigan football fan and has been a season ticketholder for 40 years. Marie also enjoys trips to Mackinac Island.
Jake Damanskas
Wellness Coordinator
Jake joined the QFAS team in August 2016. As one of the newer members of the team, Jake greets and entertains visitors and team members. He aspires to be a service dog when he grows up.