KARRI BIGBOY
Odanah,Wisconsin
Summary
Experienced public health professional with a strong background collaborating with federal, state, Tribal, and local agencies, including CDC, CMS, IHS, and DHS. Skilled in program planning, work plan development, coalition-building, and partnership management, with a proven record leading national and regional initiatives such as Health Fairs and cancer awareness campaigns. Proficient in case management, client follow-up, and connecting individuals to programs including Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security, while developing culturally tailored educational resources and training materials. Demonstrated leadership in supervising staff, managing operations, and overseeing budgets, with strong communication, organizational, and reporting skills to ensure compliance with grant and program requirements.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Cancer Programs Coalition Specialist
American Indian Cancer Foundation
Saint Paul, Minnesota
02.2023 - 01.2026
- Worked closely with the CDC on the Comprehensive Cancer Control Program to set strategic goals, develop measurable outcomes, and deliver all project requirements on schedule and within defined parameters.
- Created and facilitated a national multi-sectoral coalition for cancer awareness initiatives.
- Developed and maintained clinical partnerships at national and regional levels.
- Produced culturally tailored resources, training guides, educational materials, and webinars.
- Prepared bi-weekly, monthly, and annual reports for CDC, monitoring outcomes and adherence to grant deliverables.
- Led national campaigns focused on cancer education, prevention, and community engagement.
- Coordinated events to increase awareness of cancer-related issues and available resources.
Medical Benefits Specialist
Bad River Health & Wellness Center
Ashland, WI
05.2012 - 02.2023
- Established and maintained a referral system within the clinic
- Saw a marked increase of third party funds due to enrollment into coverage
- Served as the Wisconsin Well Woman Program Coordinator for the Bad River Tribe, overseeing program operations and community health initiatives.
- Planned, coordinated, and promoted the annual Health Fair and other major community outreach events, ensuring successful execution each year.
- Case management and follow up of clients
- HIPAA trained and certified
- Excellent reviews by Supervisors, Peers, and Community members
- Organized several enrollment events highlighting state/federal programs
- Completed annual CMS trainings and ensured program information remained current and compliant with federal guidelines.
- Provided support with Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, the Health Insurance Marketplace, and a range of additional State and Tribal programs as needed.
Education
Business Administration - Management
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College
Hayward, WI01.2003
Marketing -
Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN01.1994
Skills
- Public Health Program Coordination
- Comprehensive Cancer Control Initiatives
- Coalition Building & Community Engagement
- Culturally Responsive Health Education
- Clinical Partnership Development & Care Coordination
- CDC Grant Reporting, Monitoring & Compliance
- Case Management & Client Follow-Up
- Medicare, Medicaid & Benefits Enrollment Assistance
- State, Federal & Tribal Program Navigation
- Health Fair & Outreach Event Planning
- HIPAA & CMS Regulatory Compliance
- Stakeholder Communication & Cross-Sector Collaboration
Timeline
Cancer Programs Coalition Specialist
American Indian Cancer Foundation
02.2023 - 01.2026
Medical Benefits Specialist
Bad River Health & Wellness Center
05.2012 - 02.2023
Business Administration - Management
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College
Marketing -
Ridgewater College