212: Driving Change in Public Health Informatics: A Leadership Journey with Jimica Tchamako, MBA, MPH

Public Health Careers podcast episode with Jimica Tchamako, MBA, MPH 🎯  Learn more about this episode and resources mentioned 🧠 Join our public health community 📲Jimica Tchamako, MBA, MPH Jimica Tchamako, MBA, MPH a Director of Business Unit (Informatics) at The Task Force for Global Health, Inc..With over 15 years experience working in the health sector, she is passionate about digital transformation strategies and making a positive impact in the global community. She conferred a Bachelor of Science in Human and Organizational Development, International Leadership and Development, and Political Science from Vanderbilt University. Master of Public Health in Informatics and a Master of Business Administration from Emory University. In today’s episode you’ll hear and learn more about1. Her journey into public health2. Understanding the problem and engaging stakeholders are key in managing change when adopting new healthcare technologies.3. Sustainability in implementing software and systems in public health and health care organizations requires buy-in from people within the organization.4. Public health is about more than disease prevention—it's about fostering thriving communities and improving quality of life.5. An MBA offers a broader view of public health and the role of business in building communities.6. Leadership as a Black woman in public health is challenging, but confidence and authenticity are essential.And much much more!Chapters:@0:00 Trailer@3:00 How do you identify & tell us a little about your personal background?  @6:20 How do you approach change management?@15:57 How do you see digital transformation shaping the future of public health?@23:15 What does public health mean to you?@24:56 B.S. from Vanderbilt University @31:18 Any undergrad takeaway(s)?@34:20 Management Consultant at Huron @41:05 Senior Business Analyst and MPH in Informatics at Emory University @45:38 Various Roles at The Task Force for Global Health, Inc.@1:00:04 Master of Business Administration from Emory University. @1:03:46 Journey from management consulting to public health leadership@1:07:23 Where can people connect with you and where would you like to see yourself in the future?@1:08:47 The Furious FiveSupport the showThanks for tuning in. Let's all work together towards a culture of health, wellbeing, and equity for all. ⭐⭐ SUBSCRIBE & Leave a 5-STAR REVIEW! ⭐⭐ Follow & Support:- Join The Public Health Community- The Public Health Millennial on IG - The Public Health Millennial on LinkedIn - The Public Health Millennial Website- Omari Richins, MPH on LinkedIn- Support on The Public Health Store