Kelleigh Eastman
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Dynamic public health leader with extensive government experience, excelling in policy development and strategic planning. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiencies and building partnerships, while effectively managing diverse teams. Skilled in grant writing and committed to advancing health equity through innovative programming and outreach initiatives.
Overview
7
7
Certifications
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Commissioner, Bureau of Home and Community Based Services
Baltimore City Health Department
10.2025 - Current
- Oversee Assessment, Evaluation, and Review Services, Nurse Monitoring, and Home and Community-Based Options Waiver programs within division of aging and community support, ensuring compliance and quality of care
- Manage team of 30 community health nurses, social workers, social services coordinators, and administrative staff, fostering collaboration to enhance service delivery for older adults
- Develop and oversee outreach and education programming for older adults on substance use disorder, improving access to overdose prevention resources and treatment options
Chief of Staff & Chief Operating Officer
Baltimore City Health Department
12.2022 - 10.2025
- Oversaw daily operations of health department, supervising staff and managing functions across communications, policy, legislative affairs, information technology, human resources, finance, health equity, emergency preparedness, and grants to ensure smooth operational flow.
- Advised Commissioner of Health and senior team on departmental policies, procedures, and plans, enhancing operational efficiencies and supporting the strategic vision of the agency.
- Coordinated with leadership across agencies, including Mayor’s Office and City Council, representing department at hearings and meetings to fulfill requirements and advance agency mission.
Deputy Chief of Staff
Baltimore City Health Department
07.2019 - 12.2022
- Advised and supported Chief of Staff on strategic decisions, enhancing operational effectiveness
- Led initiatives for developing organizational policies, strategic planning, performance management, and quality improvement, driving alignment across departments
- Mobilized and collaborated with staff across all BCHD programs to achieve and maintain national accreditation status through the Public Health Accreditation Board
- Coordinated with staff at all levels to prepare Health Commissioner for meetings and events, producing tailored talking points and briefing materials
Special Projects Director
Baltimore City Health Department
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Managed a diverse portfolio of special initiatives from the Health Commissioner, focusing on workforce development, quality improvement, and strategic planning.
- Developed internal and external reports, policies, processes, and plans to secure national public health accreditation, strengthening organizational credibility and compliance
- Designed and implemented school-to-career development programs for students from high school to graduate school, fostering career readiness through internship opportunities and summer public health academy
Baltimore Corps Fellow
Baltimore City Health Department
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Implemented opioid overdose prevention volunteer program, managing list of over 1,000 volunteers to enhance community response to opioid crisis
- Represented department at community meetings, engaging residents in initiatives addressing opioids and dangers of synthetic drugs to foster community awareness
- Developed campaign for citywide legislation requiring warning labels in stores selling sweetened drinks, promoting public health awareness
Legislative Intern
Senator Barbara A. Mikulski
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Researched and wrote memos on legislative developments for healthcare, nutrition, energy, environment, and science, enhancing understanding of key issues
- Monitored congressional budgets and prepared legislative memos on appropriations, informing decision-making processes
- Assisted Legislative Correspondents in drafting letters to colleagues and constituents, facilitating communication and engagement
Food Access Policy Intern
Baltimore Food Policy Initiative
05.2014 - 01.2015
- Researched and prepared briefing materials on food access statistics and policy solutions to inform policy recommendations
- Researched and prepared briefing materials on food access statistics and policy solutions
- Wrote talking points for press events to advocate for school nutrition standards and promote healthy food initiatives
Education
Master of Science - Public Health, Health Policy & Management
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Baltimore, MD05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition & Dietetics
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI12-2012
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Program management
- Performance management
- Quality improvement
- Stakeholder engagement
- Policy development
- Legislative affairs
- Grant management
- Emergency preparedness
- Community outreach
Certification
The Leadership Class of 2024
Timeline
Assistant Commissioner, Bureau of Home and Community Based Services
Baltimore City Health Department
10.2025 - Current
Chief of Staff & Chief Operating Officer
Baltimore City Health Department
12.2022 - 10.2025
Deputy Chief of Staff
Baltimore City Health Department
07.2019 - 12.2022
Special Projects Director
Baltimore City Health Department
07.2016 - 07.2019
Baltimore Corps Fellow
Baltimore City Health Department
05.2015 - 06.2016
Legislative Intern
Senator Barbara A. Mikulski
01.2015 - 05.2015
Food Access Policy Intern
Baltimore Food Policy Initiative
05.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition & Dietetics
University of Rhode Island
Master of Science - Public Health, Health Policy & Management
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
VOLUNTEER WORK
- Citizens of Pigtown Community Association, Board Director (President 2017-2021), Baltimore, MD, 2016, 2025
- Southwest Partnership, Board Director (President 2019-2021), Baltimore, MD, 2017, Present
- No Boundaries Coalition, Volunteer grant writer, Baltimore, MD, 2014, 2015, Secured over $47,000 in grant money for program activities
- Boone Street Farm, Volunteer fundraiser, Baltimore, MD, 2014, 2015, Raised over $13,500 to support community farm