Raphaela O'Connor, Mph Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

New York City Metropolitan Area

New York, New York, United States

Launched and scaled a New York City-based event planning company, known for exclusivity and creativity in curating high-visibility events. Orchestrated multi-channel marketing campaigns for events, significantly boosting brand exposure and client satisfaction. Established and maintained strategic partnerships with PR firms, local businesses, and vendors, enhancing event success and visibility. Curated every aspect of events—from talent to sponsors—creating unique experiences that set new trends in the event space and achieved viral reach and brand visibility.

Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States

Conducted in-depth research and analysis on lead exposure and poisoning in the Lehigh Valley, PA, focusing on vulnerable populations and disparities in access to resources and opportunities. Developed an environmental public health indicator, correlating childhood lead poisoning with the age of housing in low-income areas, revealing a connection between older homes and elevated lead levels. Analyzed Childhood Blood Lead Surveillance Data to uncover alarming rates of lead exposure among children in Lehigh County, with a significant impact on Non-Hispanic Black or African American children compared to other racial/ethnic groups. Provided recommendations for local policymakers, emphasizing the importance of improving lead testing and reporting, public education, and implementing screening and treatment initiatives to address childhood lead poisoning in the Lehigh Valley.

Provided valuable tech assistance to elderly individuals and also healthcare administrators by facilitating their adoption of virtual healthcare solutions and electronic medical records. Helped with app installations, social media engagement, and troubleshooting. Conducted insightful exit interviews, which included questions regarding healthcare access and electronic medical records.

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Developed and executed comprehensive marketing campaigns, leveraging digital marketing and social media platforms to raise awareness and drive donations. Cultivated relationships with key media outlets and stakeholders, including organizations such as Boeing, Lowes, and Goodwill, fostering partnerships that amplified Project Cool Breeze's reach and impact. Engaged as a spokesperson for Project Cool Breeze, representing the organization on local news channels and radio stations, effectively raising awareness for our initiatives. Collaborated with Representative Wendell Gilliard to advocate for the well-being of seniors in our community, leading a successful campaign to distribute air conditioners to elderly residents during hot Carolina summers, mitigating health risks and ensuring their safety and comfort.

Collaborated with the Daniel Wellington marketing team to bolster sales among the youth and college demographic. Drove brand engagement and sales through strategic social media campaigns and campus events.

Columbia, South Carolina, United States

Recognized as a high performer in the hospitality industry and was promoted to main hostess at one of the most prestigious steakhouses in America. Gained leadership experience as well as time-management skills by attending school and working simultaneously. Excelled in various tasks such as customer relations, reservations, scheduling, and seating guests and was able to increase seating efficiency by 20%. Contributed to the establishment’s social media presence by curating and enhancing their posts.

Columbia, South Carolina Area

Assisted with media relations, press releases, and coordinated with local media. Managed administrative duties, such as phones, mail and delivery of documents. Worked on the house floor during the legislative process and helped with issues such as economic development, homelessness, police body camera legislation and hate crime laws.

Charleston, South Carolina Metropolitan Area

Contributed to grassroots efforts by canvassing neighborhoods, making phone calls to engage and mobilize voters, and supporting operations at the campaign headquarters in Charleston. Played a key role in community outreach, volunteer coordination, and managing social media efforts to amplify the campaign’s message, increase voter turnout, and engage with a broader audience online.

Master Of Public Health - Mph, Environmental Health

Bachelor'S Degree, Global Studies/Health