This public health advisor spent over 25 years linking CDC science to states, schools, and communities—helping partners implement evidence-based practices that reduced smoking, promoted physical activity, and strengthened the public health workforce.

From executive correspondence at the CDC Director’s office to running the Media Campaign Resource Center, this communications pro connected states to evidence-based media strategies—supporting campaigns that helped more than a million people quit smoking.

A national STI prevention campaign helped drive major increases in testing among young people—demonstrating the power of research-informed communication. This CDC health communication leader designed and led evidence-based campaigns on HPV, sexual health, Ebola, Zika, and COVID-19, combining behavioral science, strategic partnerships, and rapid translation of data to reach millions and strengthen public health efforts in the U.S. and abroad.

When a CDC expert appeared calm, clear, and compelling on local television during an outbreak, it wasn’t by accident. Behind the camera was a veteran videographer who had once filmed CEOs, celebrities, and a former president. At CDC, this broadcast specialist used decades of production experience to help scientists connect with the public—turning complex public health guidance into human stories that informed, reassured, and reached millions.

From emergency deployments during hurricanes, Zika, and COVID-19 to leading national vaccine equity campaigns and advancing digital accessibility, this CDC public health leader used data and creativity to help communities access clear, inclusive health information. Their work strengthened language access, improved public health messaging, and built agency-wide capacity to communicate about health equity.