Lauren Gearhart, Mph, Mches, Pmp, Cps Ii
About Lauren Gearhart, Mph, Mches, Pmp, Cps Ii
Lauren Gearhart is a Technical Solutions Manager at Unite Us, where she has worked since 2022. She holds a Master of Public Health and is dedicated to advocating for equity in public health through systemic change.
Work at Unite Us
Lauren Gearhart serves as a Technical Solutions Manager at Unite Us, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she works remotely and focuses on developing technical solutions to enhance community engagement and health outcomes. Prior to this role, she was the Community Engagement Manager at Unite Us for seven months in 2021, where she contributed to building partnerships and fostering community involvement. Additionally, she worked as the National Partnerships Program Manager for seven months in 2022, further emphasizing her commitment to collaborative efforts in public health.
Education and Expertise
Lauren Gearhart holds a Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) from the University of Toledo, where she studied Public Health Education and Promotion from 2008 to 2010. She also earned a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in the same field from Bowling Green State University, studying from 2004 to 2008. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in public health principles and practices. Additionally, she holds multiple certifications, including MCHES, PMP, and CPS II, which reflect her diverse skill set in public health, project management, and prevention strategies.
Background
Lauren Gearhart has a diverse professional background that includes various roles in public health and community engagement. She worked as a Health Educator at Summit Community Care Clinic for seven months in 2014-2015, where she focused on health education initiatives. Prior to that, she served as Program Director at Woodward Camp from 2010 to 2014, overseeing program development. Her early career included positions such as a Lifeguard for the Town of Breckenridge and a Gymnastics Coach for the Town of Silverthorne, showcasing her commitment to community service and youth development.
Advocacy and Leadership
Lauren Gearhart advocates for equity and intentionality in upstream prevention within public health. She emphasizes the importance of systemic changes to address health disparities. Her leadership approach integrates social justice values into strategic planning, ensuring that diverse perspectives are considered in decision-making processes. She utilizes her coaching and facilitation skills to lead teams, focusing on growth and character development through diverse thought.