Rebecca Puckett

Global credentialing leader with over 15 years of experience driving high-stakes certification programs and ensuring examination integrity. Proven success in fostering strategic partnerships, managing cross-functional teams, and enhancing candidate experiences. Committed to advancing organizational initiatives that optimize certification quality and operational excellence.

• Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute, 02/01/24, 02/01/27
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (expired), L-49704, 07/01/13, 12/31/23

• Aist, J.E. & Puckett, R.L., 12/01/12, Factors that Influence the Decision to Breastfeed for Adolescent Mothers in the State of Alaska., Presented at the annual meeting of the Alaska Public Health Association, Anchorage, AK
• Puckett, R.L., 10/01/11, Breastfeeding decisions for Alaska's teen moms: Observations from the professionals' point of view., Poster presented at the annual meeting of the American Public Health Association, Washington, D.C.
• Puckett, R.L., 10/01/09, Centering Pregnancy in a Community Health Care Setting: A Program Evaluation., Poster presented at the annual meeting of the Colorado Public Health Association, Copper Mountain, CO

• President, Board of Directors, Columbus Space Program, 01/01/22 - 12/31/24, Lead strategic planning, logistics, and corporate and individual fundraising efforts for a regional STEM non-profit that served 200 students annually., Responsible for an annual budget of $150K., Worked under the auspices of the Muscogee County School District, ensuring adherence to district policies., Recruited and on-boarded volunteers and board members.
• President, Board of Directors, Hurricanes Swim Club, 01/01/18 - 12/31/21, Lead operational board of 220 member USA Swim team., Responsible for hiring and coaching of 4 staff members., Oversaw $350K annual budget., Ensured adherence to USA Swimming policies and procedures., Guided team through COVID-19 facility closures and alternative training methods.
• Chair, Lactation Shared Governance Council, Providence Alaska Medical Center, 01/01/12 - 12/31/13, Developed hospital-wide policies for breastfeeding mothers and infants., Analyzed metrics to ensure breastfeeding goals were being met., Collected and analyzed data for recertification of Baby Friendly Hospital designation., Developed and presented professional development seminars for RNs, CNAs, and Lactation Consultants.