Felicia Hernandez
Memphis,TN
Summary
Motivated and enthusiastic thought leader dedicated to advocacy, service and philanthropic efforts in the Public Health Sector.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder and Director
Gorditas Way Inc.
12.2017 - Current
- Successfully founded and led a brand focused on body liberation and Latina wellness, leveraging community ties to obtain sponsorships and establish a thriving brand.
- Supervised and led a team for launching events and coordinating in-person speaking engagements.
- Published 'Gorditas Way: The Ways of an Unapologetic Latina,' selling over 2,000 copies and conducting paid public speaking engagements and workshops centered on holistic well-being.
- Established policies and procedures for enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Launching online Unapologetic Bodies Academy Coaching Program in progress
Active Member
AfriCaribe Performing Group
01.2007 - Current
- Active member of performing group and cultural promotion of "Bomba" a Afro Puerto Rican genre of music that dates back to the 17th century
Executive Assistant
Friends for All
Memphis
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided comprehensive executive support to the Chief Programs Officer (CPO), managed an active calendar, composed correspondence, and organized meetings and events
- Maintained meticulous records, performed minor accounting tasks, and prepared reports and presentations
- Conducted data analysis and prepared statistical reports supporting population health management
- Coordinated Spanish translations for client materials as required.
Public Health and Wellness Analyst
Seeding Success
Memphis
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Supervised a research assistant through the entire policy development process, provided mentorship, and connected her with key stakeholders in the health and wellness sector
- Conducted research on social and economic mobility, emphasizing health and wellness indicators.
- Facilitated collaborations with community partners to address health trends and challenges in Memphis, focusing on Black maternal health and infant mortality.
- Built strong connections with various stakeholders to facilitate data-driven policy evaluation and implementation of resolutions for maternal healthcare concerns.
Diabetes Care Case Manager
Howard Brown Health
Chicago, IL
03.2020 - 01.2022
- Advocated for vulnerable populations with diabetes, conducting screenings, assessments, and providing support services.
- Led evidence-based diabetes support groups in both English and Spanish
- Empowered clients to effectively navigate healthcare systems and access resources.
Health Educator
IDPH
12.2017 - 02.2020
- Served as team lead in biweekly meetings, facilitating conflict management and improving communication between directors and counselors/leadership and staff
- Provided bilingual HIV and Hepatitis C testing, counseling, and education to LGBTQ populations
- Promoted HIV prevention initiatives and facilitated community outreach programs
- Engaged in policy discussions and identified intersections between health and other community development areas.
Education
Bachelor's Degree of Arts - Health and Society
Beloit College
Beloit, WisconsinDurban, South Africa: Community Health and Social Policy -
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Public Speaking
- Facilitation
- Moderator
- Motivational Interviewing
- Problem Resolution
- Sales
- Conflict Resolution
- Microsoft Office
- Centricity
- Smart Sheets
- Outlook
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Step Up 2023 Next Gen Leaders, 10/2023
- Step Up Women's Network Representative of the City 20, 08/2013
- Certified HIV Tester and Counselor, 01/2016 - Present
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE's) Certification, 12/2022 - Present
Philanthropic Contributions
Established the Gorditas Way organization as a Puerto Rican philanthropy in February of 2023; Led fundraising initiatives for Arecibo, Puerto Rico schools, providing essential supplies and empowerment to students., Engaged in community advocacy and educational efforts in Chicago and Memphis, promoting socioeconomic mobility and equitable opportunities.
Internship
Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Independent Study Project
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Friends for All
01.2024 - 06.2024
Public Health and Wellness Analyst
Seeding Success
01.2022 - 05.2023
Diabetes Care Case Manager
Howard Brown Health
03.2020 - 01.2022
Founder and Director
Gorditas Way Inc.
12.2017 - Current
Health Educator
IDPH
12.2017 - 02.2020
Active Member
AfriCaribe Performing Group
01.2007 - Current
Bachelor's Degree of Arts - Health and Society
Beloit College
Durban, South Africa: Community Health and Social Policy -
- Step Up 2023 Next Gen Leaders, 10/2023
- Step Up Women's Network Representative of the City 20, 08/2013
- Certified HIV Tester and Counselor, 01/2016 - Present
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE's) Certification, 12/2022 - Present
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