Orlando C.
Senior Public Health Executive
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Dr. Orlando Y. C. is a distinguished Public Health Executive with over 15 years of experience in strategic and operational leadership, focusing on underserved populations and Medicaid communities. As the Executive Director of the Kanawha Coalition for Community Health Improvement, he provides leadership on county-wide health programs including chronic disease management, behavioral health, and health equity initiatives. His expertise in Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plans has driven the success of multi-sector interventions. As the founder of Resilience Strategies LLC, he consults on population health strategy and program evaluation, translating complex goals into actionable plans. Additionally, as Founder and Executive Director of the Spotted Owl Healthcare Organization, he advances chronic-disease prevention and community wellness for low-income populations. Previously, he contributed significantly to public health initiatives at the WV Dept. of Health & Human Resources. His academic research targets barriers in chronic disease management among vulnerable groups, underpinning his comprehensive approach to health equity and program leadership.
Experience
Founder & Principal Consultant
Resilience Strategies LLC · 2024 — PresentConsults with health systems, health departments, health plans, and nonprofits across the nation on population health strategies, program design and evaluation, health equity, and quality improvement. Converts organizational goals into actionable work plans, budgets, and performance frameworks that yield measurable outcomes.Executive Director
Kanawha Coalition for Community Health Improvement (KCCHI) · 2022 — PresentLeads strategic, operational, and fiscal management of county-wide community health programs, focusing on chronic disease, behavioral health, maternal health, and healthy aging. Oversaw two Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) cycles and created the Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), converting data into multi-sector interventions and performance metrics. Develops and sustains cross-sector coalitions and partnerships with health systems, FQHCs, government entities, educational institutions, and community organizations. Responsible for securing and managing grants and budgets while supervising staff and program teams. Represents the organization in collaborations with partners, funders, and the public. Chairs the Kanawha Diabetes Coalition, devising initiatives aimed at advancing health equity for underserved groups.Public Health Specialist
WV Dept. of Health & Human Resources · 2018 — 2021Implemented quality improvement initiatives for immunizations and communicable disease prevention, providing technical assistance and engaging with providers while monitoring data. Created health communication and education campaigns concerning chronic diseases and cancer; assessed Medicaid and SNAP eligibility for underserved communities in compliance with regulatory requirements.Wellness Facilitator / Team Lead
Genesis Project 1 · 2012 — 2015Managed operations of a multi-site community health program, including the collection, analysis, and reporting of data to evaluate outcomes and fulfill grant obligations.Founder & Executive Director
Spotted Owl Healthcare Organization · 2010 — PresentEstablished and leads a nonprofit dedicated to chronic-disease prevention, wellness, and health education for underserved and low-income populations, as well as those in recovery. Directs all facets of strategic, programmatic, and financial management, including budgeting, grant development, compliance, and the supervision of staff and volunteers.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- PhD in Public Health - Community Health Promotion & EducationWalden University · — — 2025
- MBA in Healthcare ManagementUniversity of Phoenix · — — 2009
- BA in BusinessWest Virginia State University · — — 2005
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