Partnership Opportunities

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Jeanette is a prominent health policy advocate with over 20 years of experience dedicated to improving health outcomes for underserved communities in the U.S. Before establishing OLHA, Jeanette founded the Latina Health Collab, a consulting firm aimed at engaging diverse stakeholders in public policy advocacy. Jeanette has held leadership roles in several national nonprofits, including the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), UnidosUS (formerly the National Council of La Raza), the National Consumers League, and the American Academy of Family Physicians. Jeanette began her career in the legislative office of the National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health, culminating in over a decade of public service in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. She serves on the board of directors for the Hispanic Society for Rare Diseases (Sociedad Hispana de Enfermedades Raras) and HealthyWomen. Jeanette holds a Bachelor's degree in political science from California State University, Los Angeles, and a Master's degree in public policy from American University in Washington, D.C.

Sabrina is a results-driven leader and passionate advocate for equitable healthcare. As Vice President of Multicultural Initiatives and Engagement at McUlksy Health Force, she works with her team to amplify underrepresented voices and drive meaningful change in health access and outcomes. With over 20 years of experience in business development, media and communications, Sabrina brings a unique ability to bridge the worlds of advocacy and industry. Her career includes leadership roles at NBC Universal, Telemundo, and Univision, making her an expert at engaging U.S. Hispanic and minority communities using culturally relevant strategies. Fluent in English and Spanish, she brings a bilingual, bicultural lens to all her work. Sabrina holds a Bachelor‘s degree in biology and chemistry from St. Joseph's College in Indiana. Prior to attending college in Indiana, Sabrina pursued medical studies in Argentina which ignited her passion for Latino health advocacy and making a difference in people’s lives through health-focused work. 

Estela is a passionate advocate for health equity, leading impactful initiatives that blend healthcare policy, community engagement, and patient empowerment. As president and co-founder of Looms for Lupus and Mata Advocacy and Support (MAS), Estela drives awareness for lupus, fibromyalgia, mental health, and community wellness. With over 30 years of healthcare experience and personal insights as both a patient and caregiver, she fosters meaningful connections across diverse communities, bridging industry and patient advocacy voices. Her health care and public policy influence spans local to global platforms, collaborating with organizations like the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, National Institutes of Health: All of Us Research program, and Scripps Research Digital Trials Center. Estela also serves on the City of Baldwin Park Stakeholder Oversight Committee. 

Dr. Bruna is a medical anthropologist and health services researcher focused on improving patient safety, system performance, and workforce capacity through applied qualitative and mixed-methods research. He is a Staff Scientist in the Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine at Medical University of South Carolina, and a professor at Western Washington University. From 2023 to 2025, he served as a Presidential Appointee and Senior Advisor to the Director of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), where he led national healthcare initiatives. He regularly advises health systems and professional organizations on translating social science insights into operational and policy decisions. In 2025, Dr. Bruna was selected for the Richard and Hinda Rosenthal Emerging Leaders in Health and Medicine (Emerging Leaders Forum), an annual assembly of outstanding early- and mid-career professionals with exceptional professional promise, achievement, and leadership in biomedical science, health, health care, and related fields. 

Michele is the Founding Director of Culture IQ, a full-service market research and strategic communications firm dedicated to amplifying the voices of multicultural consumers and voters and delivering actionable insights to companies, policymakers, candidates, and campaigns. She is a skilled researcher in both English and Spanish, with expertise in issue advocacy, message development and consumer engagement. Michele brings a unique perspective to the research world from her background in the media and entertainment industry, where she gained recognition as an Emmy-award winning producer. Prior to founding Culture IQ, Michele led consumer insights, marketing and promotions efforts for top Spanish-language networks Telemundo and Univision. She is passionate about empowering underrepresented communities and ensuring their voices are heard. Michele holds a Bachelor's degree in Spanish from Scripps College and a Master's from the American Graduate School of International Management (Thunderbird).

Pedro is a public health leader and equity advocate with over 15 years of experience advancing health access and outcomes for underserved communities. His career spans public service, nonprofit leadership, and national initiatives focused on closing health disparities across systems and populations. Pedro currently serves as Director of Health at UnidosUS (formerly National Council of La Raza), where he leads efforts to strengthen vaccine equity, improve health access, and support community-based solutions to public health challenges. He has held leadership and technical roles across local, state, and federal levels, contributing to major initiatives addressing maternal and child health, injury and violence prevention, overdose and suicide prevention, and public health preparedness. Pedro began his career in local and state health departments and has advised on several federally funded programs. A trained epidemiologist, he integrates data, policy, and community collaboration to drive sustainable impact. He holds a Bachelor’s in public health sciences from the University of California, Irvine, and a Master’s in public health from Loma Linda University. 

Sinsi is a national public policy and health equity advocacy thought leader with 25 years of experience advancing equal opportunity for women and families of color, and almost 20 years advocating for increased health care access and improved quality of care for underserved communities. Prior to joining the National Partnership’s staff, she was the founding director of Families USA’s Center on Health Equity Action for System Transformation. Sinsi has served on numerous advisory committees for organizations, including the National Academy of Medicine, the National Committee for Quality Assurance, the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the National Center for Complex Health and Social Needs, and the American Association of Pediatrics. She has published extensively and made numerous appearances in both local and national media, including English and Spanish television, radio, and print outlets. She earned an A.B. from Princeton University’s Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs and a J.D. from New York University School of Law. 

Guadalupe is the founder, President/CEO of Pacheco Consulting Group (PCG). With over 30 years of senior-level experience in health management, policy development, and both non-profit and private sectors, PCG provides strategic solutions for healthcare enterprises to enhance their market products or penetrate new markets, particularly in diverse, underserved communities. 

Mr. Pacheco previously held the position of Project Manager at Lockheed Martin Corporation, assigned to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights. 

Before that role, Mr. Pacheco served as the Training Director for the AIDS Education and Training Center-Multicultural Center (AETC-MC) at Howard University College of Medicine. Mr. Pacheco also served as a senior health advisor/project officer to the director of the Office of Minority Health, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Minority Health, in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. 

Mr. Pacheco currently serves as the Director of Programs for the National Hispanic Health Foundation. Mr. Pacheco earned his B.A. and MSW from California State University, Fresno, and has completed coursework for an MPA from USC.

Pam is a lifelong patient advocate dedicated to breaking down barriers to care and improving care coordination. With a strong focus on mental and emotional well-being, she champions support services and education for both patients and healthcare professionals. Pam collaborates closely with industry leaders, patient advocates, clinicians, policymakers, and researchers to shorten the diagnostic odyssey, accelerate clinical research, and enhance healthcare accessibility. Her expertise spans executive leadership roles in rare disease advocacy at Global Genes and healthcare communications organizations, as well as key positions in biotech and pharmaceutical companies across medical affairs, marketing, and patient advocacy. She also serves on the board of directors for several patient advocacy organizations, including the Patient Empowerment Network, the Organization for Latino Health Advocacy, Uplifting Athletes, and Raregivers. Pam holds a Bachelor's degree in neuroscience from Colgate University and a Master’s degree in public health from Columbia University.

  Deborah is the Director of the Orphan Disease Center’s JumpStart Program. This program serves to establish and progress research agendas in emerging and neglected diseases. She partners with patient groups and scientists to encourage scientific collaboration and drive therapeutic development for rare diseases. 

Deborah is also the co-founder and President of SHER (Hispanic Society for Rare Diseases), an organization that promotes awareness about rare diseases in the Hispanic population and aims to increase the participation of this community in rare disease research and advocacy.

Marilyn has dedicated her career to championing health equity policies for underserved communities. With a distinguished background in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), she has held pivotal roles, including Policy Advisor in the Immediate Office of the Secretary, focusing on immigrant and refugee health, housing, and aging populations. As the Senior Equity Coordinator within the HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, Marilyn advanced initiatives to address health disparities and social determinants of health. Her experience also includes serving as a Policy Advisor in the HHS Office of Refugee Resettlement, where she contributed to evidence-based policy development for vulnerable communities. Marilyn’s work is driven by a commitment to health equity, leveraging research and advocacy to create lasting impact. She holds a Master of Public Health from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and a Bachelor of Arts in Public Health from the University of California, Berkeley. 

Rosa has over 25 years of program management experience within the corporate and nonprofit sectors, specializing in organizational restructuring and leadership transitions. Dr. Krewson is a 2025 American Political Science Association Congressional Fellow placed on the House Committee of Veterans Affairs where she supported the work of the Economic Opportunity Subcommittee. She is the recipient of numerous awards and fellowships, including from the American Society for Public Administration, the Public Administration Theory Network, and the Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management. She earned a BA in Philosophy and Political Science from Boston University, completed the Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate at the Center for Public and Nonprofit Leadership at Georgetown University, and a Ph.D. in Public Administration and Public Affairs from Virginia Tech. Dr. Krewson works with government and nonprofit leaders interested in dismantling racism; focusing on social equity issues in areas of public and nonprofit management, veterans affairs, and education. 

 Candace (she/her) oversees the Guttmacher Institute’s work to advance evidence-based state-level policies to secure sexual and reproductive health and rights. Previously, Ms. Gibson served as the Director of Government Relations at the National Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice and as a staff attorney at the National Health Law Program. Prior to attending law school, Ms. Gibson collaborated with refugee and immigrant communities to eliminate health inequities at Comunidades Unidas, in Salt Lake City, UT. She has a JD from the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law and received her bachelor’s degree from Smith College. She was an If/When/How Reproductive Justice Fellow from 2012 to 2014 and was a New Leaders Council Maryland Fellow in 2020. 

Dr. Loarte-Rodriguez’s professional journey as a nurse and educator reflects a deep passion for innovation, health equity, and advocacy. In her role as Executive Director, she fosters statewide collaborations to build a highly educated, diverse, and sustainable nursing workforce. She is also the creator, author, and publisher of the groundbreaking anthology series Latinas in Nursing, amplifying the voices and leadership of Latina and Latino nurses nationwide. A first-generation college graduate of Cornell University, the University of Connecticut, and Quinnipiac University, she is currently a Pozen-Commonwealth Health Equity Leadership Fellow at the Yale School of Management. She was named a 2021 Hartford Business Journal Healthcare Hero and led her team to win the Connecticut Nurses Association Excellence in Team Award. Proud of her Afro-Latina Boricua (Puerto Rican) roots, Dr. Loarte-Rodriguez was born and raised in the Bronx, NY.

Elizabeth is a distinguished public health leader with over a decade of transformative experience driving health equity initiatives across federal, state, and local government. Her career is defined by bold, systems-level interventions—from architecting innovative funding models and championing community-driven policy reform to deploying high-impact social marketing campaigns that catalyze measurable behavioral change. Throughout her career, Elizabeth has held prominent leadership positions, including gubernatorial appointments and executive roles in mission-critical state initiatives. Drawing on deep expertise in healthcare delivery systems and population health strategy, she has orchestrated complex, multi-sector collaborations that dismantle structural barriers to health equity. She earned her undergraduate degree from Loma Linda University in Southern California, where she integrated radiology sciences, health administration, and communications and marketing into a comprehensive foundation for health leadership. She subsequently completed graduate studies in public health, with specialized focus in health policy and leadership.

Leslie brings a wealth of knowledge in bilingual communications, language access, and public and media affairs to OLHA. She served as a Bilingual Public Affairs Specialist at the Department of Health and Human Service (HHS) Office of Minority Health, Department of Homeland Security, and National Institute of Health where she led Spanish language communications and supported multimedia campaigns and initiatives reaching underserved audiences in English and Spanish. Before joining the Federal Government, Leslie worked for nearly 13 years as a communications consultant, supporting federal and state agencies in reaching racial and ethnic minorities. Leslie started her communications career at the newspaper El Nuevo Día in her native Puerto Rico. She holds a bachelor’s degree from University of Puerto Rico, a master’s degree from University of Colorado and a professional certificate in Spanish translation from New York University. A two-time cancer survivor, she has collaborated with several cancer advocacy organizations and in 2015 published the memoir, Victorious: My Story as a Cancer Survivor.

Kat began her career serving her county as a Family Resources and Community Services Social Worker. For over a decade, she helped empower families to strengthen their parenting skills, resources, and community support. In 2022, Kat transitioned her passion for education and connection into the role of Program Manager of Community Outreach at the Immune Deficiency Foundation. In this role, she fosters partnerships to increase awareness of Primary Immune Deficiency and improve the lives of those living with immune deficiencies. In her freetime, she enjoys paddleboarding the beautiful twin rivers of Eastern North Carolina (ENC) near her hometown. Kat is also an aerialist. Most days, you can find her tangled up in her favorite aerial apparatus, Silks. A proud Pirate who graduated with honors from East Carolina University (ECU) with a Bachelor of Human Services in Social Work and a minor in Child Development.