Anna Barge, Mph Email & Phone Number

Shelbyville, Ky, Us

La Grange, Kentucky, United States

Remote

Directed a wide array of initiatives encompassing 911 services, economic development, COVID-19 public health grant funding, and broadband infrastructure. Engaged in collaborative efforts with local entities across the region to develop and enhance community programs, thereby fostering cooperation and enhancing the overall welfare of our communities. -Secured a $1.78M Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, bolstering regional roadway safety initiatives and fostering safer transportation networks for communities.-Oversaw the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Project, successfully achieving record strategy implementation milestones within the initial 2 years of the 5-year plan, driving sustainable economic growth and prosperity in the region.-Provided technical and financial assistance to multiple governmental entities during the pandemic, supporting 11 governments in securing funding sources and aiding 7 entities in developing comprehensive Coronavirus Relief Fund plans.-Managed RFPs totaling $450K, improving departmental planning and project management processes to ensure efficient resource allocation and successful project outcomes.-Coordinated Newly Elected Officials Class which hosted over 60 participants over 3 sessions and highlighted government relations and expanded the skillset of the attendees-Monitored legislation for department and produced legislative updates for staff to stay abreast of policy changes at the state and federal level -Submitted quarterly and monthly Historically Underutilized Business financial reports totaling an average annual of $1 million which highlighted the usage of minority and women owned businesses in the procurement process

Morgan'S Point Resort, Texas

Served as the boots-on-the-ground management for the Interim City Manager contract at Morgan’s Point Resort City Hall. Handled a diverse array of responsibilities including administrative support, stakeholder liaison, and policy coordination, ensuring effective collaboration and efficient functioning across both entities.-Orchestrated the comprehensive hiring process for the new City Manager, from updating job descriptions to coordinating interviews, ensuring a seamless transition and alignment with organizational goals.-Cultivated strong relationships with county, state, regional, and federal agencies through adept communication strategies.-Guided the annexation of 2 properties into the City, overseeing public hearings, and documentation processes, and actively solicited resident feedback to ensure transparent and inclusive decision-making throughout the annexation process.-Processed and submitted 4 requests for reimbursements to the State for Coronavirus Relief Funds, ensuring the City received its full $258,136.31 allocation and generating a surplus of $60K for emergency services-Collaborated closely with Code Enforcement and city staff to develop and implement a comprehensive short-term rental permitting process, enhancing regulatory compliance, improving transparency, and bolstering public safety measures within the community.-Played an instrumental role in facilitating the update of the comprehensive plan by actively collaborating with the Planning and Zoning Committee, contributing expertise and insights to drive strategic city development initiatives that align with the evolving needs and vision of the community.

Belton, Texas

Developed a uniform data collection mechanism, conducted comprehensive needs assessments, and established cohesive policies aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of support systems for those in need, particularly in the realms of care management and victim services.-Conducted in-depth interviews with ten law enforcement agencies spanning a two-county region to identify and address barriers to effectively combating elder abuse, contributing valuable insights into law enforcement practices and challenges.-Presented informative sessions to 4 city councils and engaged with 3 civic organizations to raise awareness and utilization of the Elder Justice Program, significantly enhancing community understanding and engagement with the initiative.-Generated a comprehensive report based on stakeholder interviews, providing a qualitative assessment of the community's capacity to tackle elder abuse, thus informing strategic interventions and resource allocation.-Tracked $16,019 worth of in-kind hours for grant matching purposes, effectively reducing the agency's financial cost share for program implementation, demonstrating fiscal responsibility and resource optimization.-Ensured compliance with grant reporting requirements by meticulously completing quarterly reports in the designated government portal, facilitating transparency and accountability while maintaining adherence to state regulations.

Killeen/Temple, Texas Area

Led efforts to expand the reach of health promotion initiatives beyond the hospital setting by engaging with the community, establishing relationships with 10-15 organizations, and actively promoting health within their structures. Played a key role in the recruitment and training of volunteers for the Faith Community Caregiver program to further enhance community health and well-being.-Demonstrated proficiency in virtual collaboration by actively participating in virtual meetings with colleagues across the state, utilizing various digital software packages to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.-Fostered strategic partnerships with external organizations to identify opportunities for the hospital to support and promote health initiatives within the community, enhancing the hospital's community engagement and impact.-Spearheaded the recruitment and training of 35 volunteers for the Faith Community Caregiver program, which pairs trained volunteers with isolated patients, effectively addressing loneliness and isolation among community members.-Organized and facilitated Faith Community Caregiver Trainings, ensuring volunteers received comprehensive training to provide quality care and support to patients in need, fostering a culture of compassion and service within the community.-Coordinated and executed various activities, including health fairs, screenings, and training, in collaboration with external organizations, enhancing partnerships and regional coordination.

Killeen, Texas

The practicum position was a 200-hour project planning how to assess health literacy in Bell County. • Researched 5 current health literacy measures for selection criteria• Analyzed community health data through 5 sources including Community Health Needs Assessments• Presented findings at 3 Coalition for Healthy Living meetings

Bryan, Texas

This position was a partnership work-study position between Texas A&M University and MHMR Authority of Brazos Valley, specifically the Child and Youth Department. • Tasks included completing patient discharge summaries and appointment reminder phone calls• Learned how to use the facility’s electronic health record

Dahlonega, Georgia

Researchers in this position analyzed data of an employee survey of a government entity. • Worked on a team to assess the qualitative data for themes• Ranked the top five themes of the data• Made recommendations for the client/stakeholder based on the results of the data• Coded over 1000 individual responses to a survey question

Dahlonega, Ga

This position was a support role for the administration assistant as well as the psychology faculty. • Assisted professors with grading and proctoring tests, and developing educational tools• Managed the North Georgia Electronic Research Database• Printed research posters using a high-end poster printer• Collaborated with coworkers on departmental projects such as developing tools to help students find field-related jobs

Master Of Public Health - Mph, Health Promotion And Community Health Sciences, 3.73

Coursework included: epidemiology, health policy management, biostatistics, social behavioral determinants of health, research methods.

Health Coaching For Chronic Disease Mangement, 4.0

Bachelor'S Degree, Psychology, 3.34