Cynthia Bloom
About Cynthia Bloom
Cynthia Bloom serves as the Produce Strategy Manager at Feeding the Gulf Coast in Theodore, Alabama, a position she has held since 2017. She has a background in social work and public health, with previous roles in community service and event coordination.
Current Role at Feeding the Gulf Coast
Cynthia Bloom serves as the Produce Strategy Manager at Feeding the Gulf Coast, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing strategies to enhance the organization's produce distribution efforts. Her work is based in Theodore, Alabama, where she has contributed to the organization's mission of alleviating hunger in the Gulf Coast region.
Previous Experience at Feeding the Gulf Coast
Before her current role, Cynthia Bloom worked as the Media and Events Coordinator at Feeding the Gulf Coast from 2016 to 2017. In this capacity, she managed media relations and coordinated events to promote the organization's initiatives and engage the community. Her experience in this role laid the groundwork for her subsequent position in produce strategy.
Educational Background in Social Work
Cynthia Bloom earned her Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Loyola University Chicago, where she studied from 2005 to 2009. This foundational education provided her with essential skills in social services, which she later applied in various professional roles, including her work as a community social worker.
Master's Degree in Public Health
Cynthia Bloom obtained her Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from The University of Memphis, studying Healthy Food Security from 2013 to 2015. This advanced education focused on public health issues related to food access and nutrition, aligning with her current work in food distribution and strategy.
Early Career as a Community Social Worker
From 2009 to 2013, Cynthia Bloom worked as a Community Social Worker at St. Joseph's/Candler in Savannah, Georgia. In this role, she provided support and resources to individuals and families, addressing various social needs and contributing to community well-being.
Research Experience at the University of Memphis
Cynthia Bloom served as a Research Assistant Intern at the Center for Research in Educational Policy at the University of Memphis from 2014 to 2015. During this internship, she assisted in research projects that focused on educational policies, gaining valuable experience in data analysis and research methodologies.