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Aunsha Hall-Everett

Aunsha Hall-Everett

Jonesboro,GA

Summary

Dynamic professional with expertise in presentation, research, and communication, delivering results in high-pressure environments. Skilled in utilizing diverse learning methodologies to drive success for individuals and organizations.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal Investigator

California Prevention Training Center
San Francisco, CA
11.2019 - Current
  • Led Capacity Building program as Principal Investigator and Project Manager for $2 million CDC agreement, managing six staff and subject matter experts.
  • Provided technical assistance to public health departments and community organizations for HIV program integration.
  • Collaborated with Core Executive Leadership Team to secure multiple grants, increasing organizational revenue.
  • Monitored project effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative methods, drafting semi-annual reports for stakeholders.
  • Designed and implemented trainings for West Region HIV Workforce Development Collaborative to enhance service delivery.
  • Partnered with CDC and health department officials to address social determinants of health through tailored technical assistance.
  • Developed customized trainings addressing racial inequities, resulting in implementation of strategies like racial caucusing.
  • Co-chaired Training, Recruitment, and Education subgroup, creating equity survey and revising agency values to enhance inclusivity.

Health Equity & Human Services Consultant

Independent Consulting
Long Beach, CA
10.2018 - Current
  • Developed three-hour interactive training on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion principles using theoretical frameworks.
  • Authored post-training report summarizing evaluation results and next steps with SMARTIE objectives.
  • Created assessment tools for tailored capacity building among Black-led agencies addressing health conditions in Los Angeles County.
  • Conducted mixed-methods assessment with Black-led agencies to identify opportunities to address HIV disparities.
  • Produced comprehensive final report recommending increased funding support for Black-led agencies by LA DHSP.
  • Generated assessment tools for OCHCA to enhance public health efforts targeting HIV epidemic in Orange County.
  • Completed assessment with Black-led organizations in Orange County, evaluating capacities and needs related to public health.
  • Provided trauma-informed care training to Disease Investigation Professionals at MI DOH focusing on intimate partner violence and HIV.

Public Health Trainer

Intimacy & Colour
Long Beach, CA
09.2013 - 11.2019
  • Delivered training on evidence-based interventions to organizations funded by federal agencies and state health departments.
  • Analyzed complex issues in talent recruitment, management, and program effectiveness to identify root causes.
  • Provided solution-focused training and technical assistance through in-person and web-based formats.
  • Facilitated strategic planning meetings for community-based organizations, leading to establishment of Newark's first LGBT Center.
  • Represented organization as grant reviewer for federal, state, and county grants, including CDC and HRSA.
  • Collaborated with various stakeholders to enhance community engagement strategies and professional development.
  • Developed tailored training programs to support organizational performance and community outreach initiatives.

Sr. Development Manager

Black AIDS Institute
Los Angeles
01.2017 - 10.2018
  • Directed organizational change management and fund development to enhance agency infrastructure for HIV advocacy.
  • Cultivated relationships with funders, public health agencies, and community organizations to support sector transformation.
  • Secured revenue growth of nearly $2 million through expanded grants and fundraising initiatives.
  • Established a community health clinic in South LA via partnership with St. John’s Wellness Clinic.

Interim Executive Director

REACH LA
Los Angeles
12.2015 - 01.2017
  • Guided organization through transition following departure of Executive Director after 20 years.
  • Initiated strategic planning process, engaging subject matter experts to enhance board and staff collaboration.
  • Expanded relationships with funders and community partners through strategic plan meetings.
  • Revised organizational mission statement and updated infrastructure, including Board by-laws and job roles.

Capacity Building Advisor

Latino Commission on AIDS
New York, NY
06.2012 - 09.2013
  • Led organizational infrastructure and sustainability trainings for organizations funded by CDC.
  • Collaborated with state and federal agencies to enhance health literacy in marginalized communities through culturally responsive programming.
  • Created grant writing training curriculum to assist community organizations in securing CDC funding.
  • Advised executive leadership on managing evidence-based projects and conducting community assessments for HIV prevention programs.

Manager of LGBT Health Services

North Jersey Community Research Initiative
Newark, NJ
01.2009 - 06.2012
  • Executed projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints, employing critical thinking for complex problem-solving.
  • Increased efficiency and team performance through actionable process improvements.
  • Implemented comprehensive monitoring and evaluation tools to assess program effectiveness.
  • Co-chaired community engagement team on strategic planning committee to enhance services and diversify funding efforts.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to co-author CDC proposal awarded $1.5 million over five years.

YouthBuild Coordinator

Community Action Council of Lexington Kentucky
Lexington, KY
04.2007 - 01.2009
  • Supervised team of three staff in project transition from pre-implementation to implementation.
  • Developed comprehensive three-year project work plan, including monitoring and evaluation strategies.
  • Established strong relationships with stakeholders to enhance project visibility and resource leverage.
  • Mentored young adults facing challenges, achieving 97% participation and 88% successful completion rates.

HIV Prevention Team Lead

AIDS Volunteers of Lexington Kentucky
Lexington, KY
09.2003 - 06.2008
  • Managed team of four staff to deliver effective HIV prevention services in Central and Eastern KY.
  • Co-authored grant proposals with Executive Director to secure funding for HIV prevention initiatives.
  • Planned and executed four large-scale community projects annually, impacting over 300 individuals.
  • Monitored team performance and service delivery effectiveness, assessing potential risks and implementing contingency plans.

Safe Place/Teen4Teen Coordinator

MASH Services of the Bluegrass
Lexington, KY
06.2005 - 04.2007
  • Established a coalition with elected officials and organizations to create safe youth sites in Lexington, KY.
  • Developed and managed a mentoring program with student volunteers to cultivate community leadership skills among teens.
  • Co-authored five grants, securing nearly $500,000 to support agency operations during financial challenges.
  • Conducted assessments including community mapping and focus groups to identify risk and protective factors for at-risk youth.

Education

EdD - Organizational Change and Leadership

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
05-2023

M.A - Organizational Development & Leadership

Fielding University
Santa Barbara, CA
05.2015

B.S - Family Studies

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
05-2005

Skills

  • Capacity building and technical assistance
  • Training development and project management
  • Community engagement and program evaluation
  • Public health strategies

Accomplishments

  • 2018 DBQ Magazine’s Loud 100 LGBT People of Color - A publication that affirms and highlights lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people of color who are mobilizing the masses to ensure social equality and justice for all LGBT people
  • 2016 Bluegrass Black Pride LeAngelique Trailblazer Honoree - Honoring Black LGBT individuals and their allies who are advocating for the rights of Lexington, KY
  • 2013 Circle of Friends’ Vanheim Community Leader Recipient - Honoring individuals in Newark, NJ advocating for the rights of safe spaces for Newark’s LGBT community.

References

  • Raniyah Copeland, MPA Founder/Principal Owner of Equity & Impact Solutions; former CEO of Black AIDS Institute Raniyah@equitaimpacts.com
  • Corey Destefano, BS Director of Research for North Jersey Community Research Initiative C.Destefano@njcri.org
  • Tai Edward Few, M. Div. Associate Director, Learning and Development for Denver Prevention Training Center Tai.Few@dhha.gov
  • JaDawn Wright-Morgan, MA Deputy Director for Pacific AIDS Education Training Center JaDawn.Wright@ucsf.edu

Certification

  • Leadership for Sustainability, 2015
  • Organizational Consulting, 2015
  • Leadership & Management Effectiveness, 2014
  • World Café, 2014
  • Primary Aserobics Instructor, 2013
  • CLEAR! Master Trainer, 2012
  • Many Men, Many Voices (3MV) Master Trainer, 2012

Timeline

Principal Investigator

California Prevention Training Center
11.2019 - Current

Health Equity & Human Services Consultant

Independent Consulting
10.2018 - Current

Sr. Development Manager

Black AIDS Institute
01.2017 - 10.2018

Interim Executive Director

REACH LA
12.2015 - 01.2017

Public Health Trainer

Intimacy & Colour
09.2013 - 11.2019

Capacity Building Advisor

Latino Commission on AIDS
06.2012 - 09.2013

Manager of LGBT Health Services

North Jersey Community Research Initiative
01.2009 - 06.2012

YouthBuild Coordinator

Community Action Council of Lexington Kentucky
04.2007 - 01.2009

Safe Place/Teen4Teen Coordinator

MASH Services of the Bluegrass
06.2005 - 04.2007

HIV Prevention Team Lead

AIDS Volunteers of Lexington Kentucky
09.2003 - 06.2008

EdD - Organizational Change and Leadership

University of Southern California

M.A - Organizational Development & Leadership

Fielding University

B.S - Family Studies

University of Kentucky