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New York, United States

New York, New York, United States

Washington DC-Baltimore Area

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Managed and coordinated the month-long global program, with a reach of more than 288 million people, dedicated to public awareness, education, and advocacy for liver cancers in 2021
• Communicated with international partners to engage and participate in the #OctoberIs4Livers campaign
• Operated a variety of virtual and in-person events for liver cancer patients, caregivers, and survivors

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

• Assembled and executed go to market strategy with Medicare insurers to offer nutritious meal kits as a prescription Food is Medicine intervention in the care plan for patients at risk for diabetes
• Conducted a Medicare provider stakeholder analysis and assisted in identifying key professionals for a possible EatWell services expansion
• Interviewed participants in pilot study to evaluate the impact of meal kits on patient health

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

• Supported developing leadership programs and managing over 600 student organization
• Managed front desk by overseeing appointment scheduling, phone operations and filing
• Assisted on campus committees and university recruitment and enrollment events
• Guided leadership development programs and student organization management

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

• Research Assistant at ABCD Research Project funded by the University of South Florida
• Examined an average of 35 patient charts at Red Crescent Clinic per week
• Collected patient demographics, symptoms, and diagnoses to determine the prevalence of disease among the 45,000 uninsured population in Tampa Bay
• Gathered, reviewed and analyzed 150 research articles examining the effects of PTSD on uninsured and underserved communities

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

• Collaborated with team members to create innovative student engagement methods for the Career Badging program- a program that prepares young students for their future careers
• Evaluated and tracked 200 student’s assessments using the COACH and ARISE method feedback model
• Promoted and recruited students interested in achieving professional growth at campus events

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

• Performed and supervised bi-weekly “Passion Classes” for 20 children with chronic illnesses or disabilities
• Organized and led a community fundraiser to continue to enroll children for the foundation
• Promoted organization’s mission and objectives throughout the community by participating in societal events and engaging over 100 community members
• Developed and coordinated events for children to pursue their aspirations

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

• Scheduled an average of 40 student appointments per week
• Answered calls from employers and students inquiring about our services
• Ensured successful operation of office through collaboration of office units
• Demonstrated excellent customer service to guests using proper communication and professionalism
• Assisted employers with job and internship postings through Handshake

Master Of Public Health - Mph, Program Management And Global Health Program Design, Monitoring And Evaluation

Bachelor'S Degree, Public Health

Bachelors of Science in Public Health Minor in Infection Control Minor in Public Administration