Stephanie Gioia-Beckman
La Mesa,CA
Summary
Dynamic executive leader with 25+ years of expertise in government relations, health policy, and advocacy. Demonstrated success in influencing policy changes and crafting strategic initiatives to enhance public health and child welfare. Skilled in fostering cross-sector partnerships and managing complex stakeholder relationships to drive high-impact projects in fast-paced environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Community Impact & Advocacy
Rady Children's Hospital
San Diego, CA
07.2021 - Current
- Lead the hospital’s Community Benefit Program, increasing reportable community investments by $30 million in the first year through strategic data alignment.
- Develop and execute advocacy strategies to influence public policy, aligning legislative proposals with hospital priorities, and enhancing health equity initiatives.
- Build partnerships with local government and community organizations to address social determinants of health, and unmet community needs.
- Oversee budget activities, tracking, and reporting of community investments and grants to ensure the financial sustainability of community health initiatives.
- Drive special projects and initiatives assigned by senior leadership, ensuring alignment with long-term strategic goals.
- Identified opportunities for process optimization through data analysis.
- Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to secure support and funding for key initiatives.
Director of Policy
Office of County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher
San Diego, CA
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Spearheaded a robust county policy agenda, leading to the passage of 79 legislative proposals in health system reform, child welfare, and behavioral health services.
- Led a behavioral health reform initiative, securing $115 million for a Behavioral Health Crisis Hub, and $10 million annually for Mobile Crisis Response Teams.
- Developed cross-sector partnerships to address county-wide health challenges and improve wellness for children and families.
- Managed a $1 million philanthropic-backed care coordination initiative, and a $25 million Behavioral Health Impact Fund in collaboration with the City of San Diego.
- Directed a budget strategy to increase investments in health and human services, improving countywide service delivery.
Senior Policy Advisor
Office of County Supervisor Ron Roberts
San Diego, CA
03.2004 - 12.2018
- Developed and co-authored over 30 county policies, driving reforms in public health, behavioral health, homelessness, and juvenile justice.
- Led public health initiatives, focusing on homelessness response, housing policy, and workforce development strategies.
- Established strategic relationships with government officials, business leaders, and community organizations, resulting in long-term policy impact.
- Oversaw budget analysis and developed investment strategies that enhanced health and human services programs.
Legislative Aide
California State Senator Dede Alpert
San Diego, CA
12.1999 - 03.2004
- Conducted policy research and legislative drafting on juvenile justice, youth development, and early childhood education, contributing to multiple state laws.
- Collaborated with state agencies and community organizations to resolve constituent issues and advance policy changes.
- Researched current issues related to legislation in order to provide informative updates to legislators.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Santa Barbara
Skills
- Executive leadership
- Strategic Analysis
- Policy Development
- Government relations
- Budget Oversight
- Legislative negotiation
- Public Affairs
- High-Impact Program Development
- Relationship Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Advanced Verbal Communication
- Advanced Written Communication
- Data-Driven Strategy
Board Memberships Affiliations
- Advisor, AAP-CA3 Strategic Behavioral Health Initiative, 2024–Present
- Board Member, County Child and Family Advisory Board, 2022–Present
- Co-Chair, Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Committee, 2022–Present
- Executive Committee Member, Children, Youth & Family Behavioral Health System of Care Council, 2023–Present
- Member, Health Council, Assemblymember Akilah Weber, 2024–2025
- Founding Board Member, San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative, 2006–2018
- Board Member, San Diego Council on Literacy, 2005–2014
- Member, Juvenile Justice Comprehensive Strategy Task Force, 2006–Present
- PTA Member, Jamacha Elementary School, 2016–Present
Timeline
Director of Community Impact & Advocacy
Rady Children's Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Director of Policy
Office of County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher
01.2019 - 11.2021
Senior Policy Advisor
Office of County Supervisor Ron Roberts
03.2004 - 12.2018
Legislative Aide
California State Senator Dede Alpert
12.1999 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Santa Barbara
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