Rodriquez Choice
Fairburn,GA
Summary
Strategic public health consultant and program leader with over 8 years of experience driving health equity initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and large-scale program implementation. Adept at acquiring funding, developing policies, and fostering cross-sector collaboration to enhance public health outcomes. Passionate about promoting health justice, building capacity, and implementing innovative solutions for underserved communities. Skilled in utilizing evidence-based practices to improve health outcomes, inform policy decisions, and analyze data. Known for expertise in stakeholder engagement, program evaluation, and driving successful public health interventions. A results-oriented public health professional with a strong background in consulting, program development, and policy analysis. Recognized for collaborative skills in team settings and a proven track record of spearheading impactful health initiatives. Renowned for adaptability and unwavering commitment to achieving optimal health outcomes through strategic planning and execution.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Health Consultant | Program Manager
VitalEdge Public Health Consulting
01.2025 - Current
- Designed and implemented 10+ public health programs impacting 50,000+ individuals, improving community engagement by 40% through targeted health initiatives
- Secured grant funding for multiple nonprofit organizations, increasing public health program budgets by $5M+
- Led cross-sector partnerships between healthcare agencies, nonprofits, and policymakers to advance maternal health, environmental health, and health equity programs
- Developed digital health education materials, social media campaigns, and public outreach strategies to increase public awareness and engagement
- Provided technical assistance in policy development and workforce training, enhancing program sustainability
Public Health Consultant | Health Policy Strategist | Project Officer
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)
01.2024 - Current
- Managed a $20M+ global health portfolio, optimizing fund allocation efficiency by 30% and ensuring 100% compliance with CDC and federal regulations
- Developed national public health reports, policy briefs, and training materials to enhance public health infrastructure
- Led cooperative agreement processes with USAID and global health partners, streamlining funding operations
- Designed and implemented public health communication campaigns, increasing stakeholder engagement
- Improved community health outcomes by developing and implementing targeted public health programs.
- Developed culturally-sensitive health promotion materials to reach diverse populations effectively.
- Assisted local governments in crafting evidence-based policies that addressed pressing public health concerns effectively.
- Secured grant funding to support public health initiatives, enabling the expansion of vital services within the community.
Senior Program Manager | Public Health Initiatives
CDC, Center for Global Health
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Directed multi-million-dollar public health initiatives, driving improvements in global disease prevention and response
- Managed a $40M emergency response fund during the Uganda Ebola outbreak, optimizing resource allocation
- Developed workforce capacity-building programs, training 100+ public health professionals
- Led stakeholder engagement efforts, facilitating partnerships across government, private sector, and nonprofit organizations
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products within scope and budget constraints.
- Facilitated stakeholder communication, leading to improved alignment between business objectives and program goals.
- Established clear performance metrics for tracking program success, enabling informed decision-making processes throughout each project''s duration.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners, ensuring effective collaboration on joint projects and initiatives.
Health Education & Training Manager
Fulton County Board of Health
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed and implemented infection prevention training programs for 60+ healthcare facilities, improving compliance rates by 35%
- Coordinated public health education campaigns, increasing public awareness of infectious disease prevention
- Organized large-scale public health training events, improving knowledge transfer among healthcare professionals
- Alternated training methods to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities, and enhance program success.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training program to increase employee productivity and morale.
- Monitored and evaluated training performance to determine quality and cohesiveness.
- Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
Education
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Epidemiology
Georgia Southern University
12-2019
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Education & Promotion
Georgia Southern University
Skills
- Strategic Leadership in Public Health
- Partnership Development Strategies
- Health Policy Development & Equity Advocacy
- Grant Writing & Fundraising
- Conference & Stakeholder Event Planning
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Capacity Building & Workforce Development
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Health policy development
- Social determinants of health
- Environmental health
- Health promotion
- Healthcare management
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 32 staff members during COVID 19 outbreak.
- Achieved securing $20,000,000 + Cooperative Agreement by structuring a two day training to present to partners on how the money would be utilized with accuracy and efficiency.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of infection prevention and control measures for 60+ Long Term Care Facilities in Fulton County, Georgia.
Certification
- CITI Certified Human Subjects Researcher (Social & Behavioral)
- Project Management & Budget Training (CDC & USAID)
- Epidemics, Pandemics, and Outbreaks – University of Pittsburgh
- COVID-19 Contact Tracing – Johns Hopkins University
Affiliations
- National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
- 100 Black Men
- Public Health Student Association
Publications And Research
Published research on health disparities & vaccine access in marginalized communities (Available upon request).
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Advocacy Campaigns
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Environmental Stewardship
- Environmental Conservation Projects
- Public Health Consulting
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Contract WorkWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company Retreats4-day work weekPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPaid time offHealthcare benefitsCompany CultureQuote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Software
SAS
SPSS
R
Excel
Timeline
Public Health Consultant | Program Manager
VitalEdge Public Health Consulting
01.2025 - Current
Public Health Consultant | Health Policy Strategist | Project Officer
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)
01.2024 - Current
Senior Program Manager | Public Health Initiatives
CDC, Center for Global Health
01.2022 - 01.2024
Health Education & Training Manager
Fulton County Board of Health
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Education & Promotion
Georgia Southern University
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Epidemiology
Georgia Southern University
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