Cheri Sunshine Petersen

Operations professional with proven track record in streamlining processes and driving efficiency. Adept at fostering team collaboration and achieving results through strategic planning and resource management. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Delivers measurable results on time and on budget. Creative problem solver who is effective in navigating complex challenges. and passionate about collaboration, impact and sustainability.

• Washington State Department of Health, Environmental Equity Grant Advisory Board
• Fred Hutch Cancer Consortium/ University of Washington, CANEW Steering Committee
• Adams County Public Health, Steering Committee
• Northeast Tri-County Area Public Health, Advisory Board Member
• Community-Based Care Coordination, Regional Advisory Board Member
• Economic Development Committee, Advisory Board Member to the City

• Increased billable revenue by 4X in two years by implementing culturally inclusive initiatives expanding access to healthcare services to 1.5 million people in 18 rural counties,
• Wrote and managed over $14 million in grant and contract funding.
• Skilled in storytelling and presenting grant outcomes for funders and partners. Designed education programs to support initiatives.
• Data collection, development of quality and performance metrics, data privacy and data analysis. Data informed decision making.
• Established coalitions, strengthening collaboration between healthcare providers, advocacy groups, government agencies, non-profits and communities. Community and patient engagement to learn about barriers and develop solutions or educational interventions.