Our guest on this episode is Quisha Umemba, CEO and founder of Umemba Health, LLC. Quisha is a Bachelors prepared Registered Nurse with a Masters degree in Public Health. During the interview, she explained how having a public health perspective shaped her nursing practice and ultimately the trajectory of her career. She later explained that once she realized epidemiology wasn't just about diseases but that it included all factors of health, even the social structural factors, then epidemiology ...
Aug 24, 2021•33 min•Ep. 210
If you’ve listened to the last two episodes, you’ll know that there are some changes to the podcast that I have been working on in the background. Today is the day these changes come to life. Welcome to the Public Health Epidemiology CONVERSATIONS Podcast! In this episode you’ll hear about why I decided to swap the word “careers” for “conversations” as well as the various other exciting changes I’ve made to my podcast content and my website. There are also some brand-new resources I’m going to b...
Aug 17, 2021•9 min•Ep. 209
Our episode today picks up where episode 207 left off. Last week Dr. Huntley outlined some of the challenges facing graduates in the public health industry and how she is adapting her business to address these difficulties. In today’s episode, Dr. Huntley outlines the details of these changes and how they will affect the show. Tuning in you’ll hear Dr. Huntley break down why she’ll be inviting more guests from other fields onto her show and how she will be tailoring her questions to encompass th...
Aug 10, 2021•12 min•Ep. 208
Four years of consulting, four years of podcasting, and one long year of COVID-19; your host, Dr. Charlotte Hughes Huntley, thinks it’s time to change things up a bit! There are times in our careers, businesses, and life when we need to refresh our plans, make adjustments, and set new goals. The pandemic has made us all acutely aware of this fact. Any number of things can happen that require us to pivot. It can simply be the result of growth and the need to naturally adjust. Children, for exampl...
Aug 03, 2021•7 min•Ep. 207
Denny is the program coordinator of the Child Health and Wellness Program initiated by the Oklahoma Area Tribal Epidemiology Center. Join us for today’s episode wherein Denny explains how this program is positively impacting child health and wellness through stakeholder engagement and the creation of coherent messages which are disseminated throughout the tribes situated within the Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas borders. Denny’s passion for his work runs deep, and his work is improving the lives of...
Jul 27, 2021•29 min•Ep. 206
When Dr. Bernadette Paul’s mother was first diagnosed with high blood pressure, she became very aware of some of the health problems in her community and how they could be treated with proper nutrition. Today, Dr. Bernadette Paul is a public health and nutrition consultant, community specialist, teacher, and a brand new podcast host. She holds a Ph.D. in public health, specializing in health promotion and community health in addition to a master's degree in nutrition. She is also a member of the...
Jul 20, 2021•34 min•Ep. 205
Our guest on this podcast episode is Tasha Whitaker, a national speaker, author, educator, trainer, and owner of CREW Wellness, LLC., a health education consulting agency that builds capacity and provides professional development training for healthcare professionals. Tasha redefines self-care to include things like proper time management and shares some simple and practical tips for practicing self-care using a model she calls NICE. She also shares her advice for students looking to pursue a ca...
Jul 13, 2021•37 min•Ep. 204
Omari Richins, founder of The Public Health Millennial, joins us on this episode to share his public health journey. Omari currently holds the position of health improvement program officer for the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust, prior to which he worked in Alaska for 14 months during the COVID-19 pandemic as a community health fellow for the Mat-Su Health Foundation. In our conversation, Omari shares why he decided to pursue a master’s in public health after realizing that he could have a mu...
Jul 06, 2021•44 min•Ep. 203
American Indian and Alaska Native tribes have a history of trauma, and to this day are still marginalized in a multitude of ways in the United States. The California Rural Indian Health Board is a program aimed at enhancing the public health status of these demographic groups, and our guest today has been working passionately for this cause for the past 3 years. Alejandra Cabrera coordinates projects which deal with monitoring health status in tribal communities and developing culturally appropr...
Jun 29, 2021•26 min•Ep. 202
Public health is no longer a silent partner, but a major one. Following the pandemic, we’ve all realized that everything must be filtered through a public health lens. Today, we speak with a forerunner in the public health space, Dannette Smith, CEO of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. CEO Smith kicks off our interview with an introduction to her professional and personal background. Next, we dive into the role of developing your interpersonal skills as a leader. We talk abou...
Jun 22, 2021•42 min•Ep. 201
On this episode, I'm going to talk about why right now is the best time to start your public health consulting business.
Jun 18, 2021•18 min
Jun 15, 2021•18 min•Ep. 200
On this bonus episode, we are going to focus on how to sort through your public health ideas and build your business with confidence!
Jun 11, 2021•20 min
The doorstep of our 200th episode is a good time to pause and reflect. As we look back on the last 198 episodes, it has been all about sharing career journeys in public health and demonstrating that there are so many different ways for you to use your education to advance the field of public health. You have heard from a multitude of guests from different backgrounds and walks of life who have shared their path into the field and talked about the work that they do and the diverse ways in which t...
Jun 08, 2021•13 min•Ep. 199
This episode is taken from a LinkedIn Live recording where I share three helpful tips for working full time and running a consulting business.
Jun 04, 2021•27 min
When there is no clear path, make your own. Our guest on this episode had been faced with what could be considered challenges, but which she instead chose to see as opportunities. Tonya Nash is a passionate advocate for people with disabilities. Her interest in this particular specialization within public health arose when her two sons were diagnosed with autism, and one with epilepsy. It didn’t take long for her to realize that there is a lack of understanding within many faith-based institutio...
Jun 01, 2021•27 min•Ep. 198
Dr. Moreno is also passionate about achieving health equity because she is aware of the disparities that currently exist within the realm of public health. Her educational background is diverse; cultural anthropology and health promotions sciences and technology, and she has had a dynamic career, starting two non-profits and hosting three podcasts!
May 25, 2021•32 min•Ep. 197
The last day to enroll in the Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO 2021 is May 31st. Public Health Entrepreneurs Summer Camp starts on June 1st and is only available as a BONUS offer for people enrolled in the EXPO. On this bonus episode, I’m sharing more details about these programs because you will be upset if you miss out on this. PublicHealthEXPO.com
May 21, 2021•19 min
Consultant, advocate, professional, entrepreneur; our guest today holds all of these titles, and works across numerous public health silos with a passion that is inspiring. Tamara Mason’s lifelong dream was to become a doctor but realizations that she had while studying and working led to her interest in public health, and she has never looked back. In this episode, we discuss the work being done by Tamara’s company, Mason Consulting Incorporated LLC, to provide public health services and soluti...
May 18, 2021•35 min•Ep. 196
The guests featured on this podcast often find creative and fun ways to introduce their community to the world of epidemiology, and today’s guests are no different. Under the moniker Doughnuts and Data on Instagram, Mee-A Keeton and Sitara Weerakoon encourage their community to explore this field as a viable career option and develop a solid understanding of what can be accomplished through data analysis.
May 11, 2021•44 min•Ep. 195
Dr. Edison shares some great advice for aspiring public health professionals and talks about the usefulness of following your curiosity and passions and taking lessons from the right mentors.
May 04, 2021•31 min•Ep. 194
On this bonus episode, I’m sharing three important updates for our public health community. The updates include the podcast, upcoming webinars, and summer camp. Click here for more about the EXPO and summer camp. Click here to visit DrCHHuntley.com and subscribe to the weekly newsletter.
Apr 30, 2021•17 min
Whether you are new to the public health space or you have been in the game for years, pricing your services can be one of the most challenging aspects of being a consultant! Welcome to another Q&A Coaching episode with today’s guest, Kaitlyn Esposito, one of the members of the Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO group and a public health communicator and chronic illness advocate. Kaitlyn asked several questions during our session that many other public health consultants mi...
Apr 27, 2021•24 min•Ep. 193
Prepare yourself to be inspired and amazed by this episode! Anna, a current student at Tulane University, walks us through her fascinating journey and why she is interested in public health. The field of public health lies at the intersection of her interests (health and politics) and allows her to approach issues with an intricate understanding of different issues. Anna also shares her experience of working at The Borgen Project and the valuable skills she gained from her internship. As a shy w...
Apr 20, 2021•26 min•Ep. 192
Melanie Padgett Powers is a freelance writer, magazine managing editor, copy editor and proofreader in the Washington, D.C., area. She has a background in small town journalism and has brought those skills and education into public health where she serves associations and organizations in a very creative way. On this episode, Melanie shares insights into her fascinating professional path and how she marries the different elements of her diverse skill set. She sheds light on why she is currently ...
Apr 13, 2021•34 min•Ep. 191
The first quarter of the year has already passed by, and has left me feeling grateful, honored, and encouraged. I’ve taken time to pause and reflect and would like to share my takeaways with you on this bonus episode. I’m sure you will find some inspiration and encouragement in this message! Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO Work With Me - Business or Career Coaching...
Apr 09, 2021•18 min
On this episode, I’m sharing another Q&A coaching session with one of the members of the Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO group. Meagan Erhart is an excellent example of someone with multiple degrees, diverse public health experience, and is trying to narrow down some of the ideas she has about consulting to figure out her starting point. I often work with clients to help them sort through their thoughts so that they can determine next steps. We rarely solve everything in...
Apr 06, 2021•26 min•Ep. 190
Are you interested in a public health career? Are you interested in public health consulting or entrepreneurship? The Public Health Epidemiology Careers Podcast is filled with resources in every episode to help you reach your career or business goals.
Mar 30, 2021•25 min•Ep. 189
What is your networking strategy online? What is your favorite social media platform? How do you reach out to request new connections to add to your network? It’s time to focus on networking tips! On this episode, I will share seven simple but powerful professional tips that can be helpful for all public health professionals. Prepare to take notes as you listen to these tips and examples, and decide what works best for you.
Mar 23, 2021•22 min•Ep. 188
On this episode, I’m connecting the recording from the LinkedIn live from this week because I want you to hear the conversation. My guest during this LinkedIn live was Chambraia Jones who is a global health professional. She works as an HIV/AIDS prevention program officer and she is a former client from 2019. It was fun to catch up with her during this meet and greet networking segment. She talked about global health, her career transitions, and shared some great bits of career advice. We had gr...
Mar 16, 2021•34 min•Ep. 187
