As a Culture Transformation Accredited Professional, I am passionate about creating a compassionate, equitable, and inclusive world. Love and compassion drive positive change, and I empower individuals and communities to embrace these values.My community service includes serving on the boards of the Las Vegas Mayor's Fund and the Interfaith Council of Southern Nevada, and as a Global Council Trustee for the United Religions Initiative (URI). I’m active in the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition and the CARE Coalition. Guided by the philosophy of "think globally, act locally," I work with the Charter for Compassion and lead Compassionate Las Vegas to foster compassion and equity in my community. Additionally, I host Compassionate Las Vegas - the podcast, and the public health radio show A Healthier Tomorrow, engaging thought leaders in building healthier communities.With an MA in Executive Leadership, a BS in Religion, and as a current PhD student in Public Health at UNLV, I have a strong background in leadership, wellbeing, and community building. I’m also certified in leadership coaching, culture assessment, and DEI skills training. I specialize in working with individuals responsible for significant initiatives, from nonprofit executives to elected officials, helping changemakers advocate for inclusivity and equitable access to resources with integrity and compassion.In my role as Director of Community Health for Intermountain Health in Nevada, I tackle public health challenges through partnerships and community initiatives. I focus on building health equity and addressing upstream health issues for long-term solutions that benefit diverse populations.As the former Division Director of Health Promotions at the American Lung Association, I have extensive experience in executive leadership, managing teams, budgets, securing grants, and evaluating programs. My background also includes relationship management and contract negotiation from business account roles.In addition to my work, I facilitate workshops on Interpersonal Skills, Mindfulness, Team Building, Leadership, and Compassion, aiming to empower individuals and elevate communities. My leadership style is centered on creating spaces where people feel seen, valued, and heard.My commitment to a more compassionate and equitable world drives me to collaborate with like-minded individuals and organizations. I envision a future where compassion is at the core of decision-making, and communities thrive through empathy, collaboration, and equity.If you share my vision, let’s connect!
Listed skills include Management, Solution Selling, Networking, Direct Sales, and 20 others.
