Welcome

Kristi James, APHA

Panel: From Service to Career: Public Health Pathways After AmeriCorps

Carly Bass, Program Director, National Health Corps at Health Federation of Philadelphia (VISTA ‘15)

Kelly Beckwith, Assistant Director of Academic Programs at George Mason University (AmeriCorps ‘00)

Zamir Brown, Program Officer, DeBeaumot Foundation (Americorps ‘20)

Moderator: Kimberly Green-Warren, WE Public Health (AmeriCorps ‘13)

In this interactive 45-minute workshop, discover how to transform your AmeriCorps experience into a focused public health career path. Public health offers a diverse landscape of opportunities—from epidemiology to health policy, community health to global initiatives. This session will guide you through a structured self-assessment process to align your unique skills, values, and interests with specific public health specializations. Learn practical strategies for developing expertise while maintaining the flexibility needed in this evolving field. Leave with a clearer vision of your professional direction and concrete next steps for pursuing specialized public health roles that match your passion and experience.

In this dynamic 45-minute workshop, discover how to navigate the digital networking landscape to advance your public health career. As the field increasingly relies on virtual collaboration and remote connections, mastering digital networking has become essential for professional growth. Learn how to strategically optimize your LinkedIn profile to attract public health opportunities, initiate meaningful virtual conversations, and practice professional digital etiquette. This session will show you how to leverage your valuable AmeriCorps experience and connections while building relationships with potential mentors and colleagues across the public health ecosystem. Walk away with practical tools and confidence to expand your professional network in ways that authentically reflect your public health aspirations and values.

Chinonye (Chi Chi) Donna Egbulem, Sproutly Careers

Resume Review  - Transform your resume with expert guidance tailored specifically for AmeriCorps alumni entering public health. In just 15 minutes, receive personalized feedback on highlighting your service experience, strengthening your professional narrative, and positioning yourself effectively for competitive public health roles.

Interview Introduction Practice - Perfect your response to "Tell me about yourself" with personalized coaching on your concise professional introduction. Practice live with our consultant and receive immediate feedback on effectively highlighting your AmeriCorps experience and relevant skills. Walk away with a polished, confident introduction that creates a strong first impression in your public health interviews.

Job Search Strategy - Navigate the public health job market with confidence after this targeted strategy session. Receive customized advice on identifying suitable roles, networking effectively in the public health sector, and discovering hidden opportunities. Our consultant will assess your current approach and help develop focused ideas to leverage your AmeriCorps experience.

Maintaining Resilience - Strengthen your emotional wellbeing during the job search process with this targeted consultation. Receive personalized guidance on managing rejection, developing sustainable routines, and implementing quick self-care strategies. Our consultant will help identify support networks and provide practical tools to celebrate progress and stay connected to your core values throughout your transition.

Connect directly with public health professionals in our interactive Career Paths Ask Me Anything sessions. We've assembled professionals representing diverse specialties across the public health landscape - from epidemiology and health policy to community outreach and global health initiatives.

Join any of our virtual roundtables for candid 15-minute conversations where you can ask questions about day-to-day responsibilities, required qualifications, career progression, challenges, and rewards of specific public health paths. These informal sessions provide a unique opportunity to gain insider perspectives from professionals who have successfully navigated careers that might interest you.

Access our comprehensive On-Demand Library featuring a curated selection of career-related resources for AmeriCorps alumni transitioning to public health careers. This digital collection includes recordings of past webinars, training sessions, and workshops covering essential professional development topics. Browse through expert-led presentations on resume building, interviewing skills, networking strategies, and public health career pathways—all available to watch at your convenience. 

In this dynamic 45-minute workshop, discover how to navigate the digital networking landscape to advance your public health career. As the field increasingly relies on virtual collaboration and remote connections, mastering digital networking has become essential for professional growth. Learn how to strategically optimize your LinkedIn profile to attract public health opportunities, initiate meaningful virtual conversations, and practice professional digital etiquette. This session will show you how to leverage your valuable AmeriCorps experience and connections while building relationships with potential mentors and colleagues across the public health ecosystem. Walk away with practical tools and confidence to expand your professional network in ways that authentically reflect your public health aspirations and values.

Chinonye (Chi Chi) Donna Egbulem, Sproutly Careers

In this interactive 45-minute workshop, discover how to transform your AmeriCorps experience into a focused public health career path. Public health offers a diverse landscape of opportunities—from epidemiology to health policy, community health to global initiatives. This session will guide you through a structured self-assessment process to align your unique skills, values, and interests with specific public health specializations. Learn practical strategies for developing expertise while maintaining the flexibility needed in this evolving field. Leave with a clearer vision of your professional direction and concrete next steps for pursuing specialized public health roles that match your passion and experience.

Keynote: The Value of Service: Building a Career Through Community Impact

Claude Jacob, Health Director at City of San Antonio Metropolitan Health District

Moderator: Kimberly Green-Warren, WE Public Health (AmeriCorps ‘13)

Access our comprehensive On-Demand Library featuring a curated selection of career-related resources for AmeriCorps alumni transitioning to public health careers. This digital collection includes recordings of past webinars, training sessions, and workshops covering essential professional development topics. Browse through expert-led presentations on resume building, interviewing skills, networking strategies, and public health career pathways—all available to watch at your convenience. 

Connect directly with public health professionals in our interactive Career Paths Ask Me Anything sessions. We've assembled professionals representing diverse specialties across the public health landscape - from epidemiology and health policy to community outreach and global health initiatives.

Join any of our virtual roundtables for candid 15-minute conversations where you can ask questions about day-to-day responsibilities, required qualifications, career progression, challenges, and rewards of specific public health paths. These informal sessions provide a unique opportunity to gain insider perspectives from professionals who have successfully navigated careers that might interest you.

Resume Review  - Transform your resume with expert guidance tailored specifically for AmeriCorps alumni entering public health. In just 15 minutes, receive personalized feedback on highlighting your service experience, strengthening your professional narrative, and positioning yourself effectively for competitive public health roles.

Interview Introduction Practice - Perfect your response to "Tell me about yourself" with personalized coaching on your concise professional introduction. Practice live with our consultant and receive immediate feedback on effectively highlighting your AmeriCorps experience and relevant skills. Walk away with a polished, confident introduction that creates a strong first impression in your public health interviews.

Job Search Strategy - Navigate the public health job market with confidence after this targeted strategy session. Receive customized advice on identifying suitable roles, networking effectively in the public health sector, and discovering hidden opportunities. Our consultant will assess your current approach and help develop focused ideas to leverage your AmeriCorps experience.

Maintaining Resilience - Strengthen your emotional wellbeing during the job search process with this targeted consultation. Receive personalized guidance on managing rejection, developing sustainable routines, and implementing quick self-care strategies. Our consultant will help identify support networks and provide practical tools to celebrate progress and stay connected to your core values throughout your transition.

In this focused 45-minute workshop, learn how to excel in virtual interviews for public health roles in today's competitive job market. As remote hiring continues to be prevalent in the public health sector, mastering the virtual interview is essential for career advancement. This session covers everything from technical preparation and environment optimization to effectively communicating your public health passion and translating your AmeriCorps experience into compelling interview responses. Discover proven strategies to manage interview anxiety, navigate common public health interview questions, and implement effective follow-up techniques. Leave with practical tools to showcase your unique qualifications and make a lasting impression—even through a screen.

Zoila Reyna, Public Health Hired

In this practical 45-minute workshop, master the art of crafting application materials that capture attention in today's competitive public health job market. Discover field-specific resume frameworks that highlight your unique combination of skills and AmeriCorps experience, while learning how to navigate Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) that often serve as the first hurdle in the application process. Explore how to craft compelling cover letters that showcase your public health passion and demonstrate your understanding of different sectors—from government agencies to nonprofits and healthcare systems. Leave with templates, examples, and practical strategies to create documents that effectively communicate your value to public health employers.

Olivia Umoren, Liv Career Services

In this practical 45-minute workshop, master the art of crafting application materials that capture attention in today's competitive public health job market. Discover field-specific resume frameworks that highlight your unique combination of skills and AmeriCorps experience, while learning how to navigate Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) that often serve as the first hurdle in the application process. Explore how to craft compelling cover letters that showcase your public health passion and demonstrate your understanding of different sectors—from government agencies to nonprofits and healthcare systems. Leave with templates, examples, and practical strategies to create documents that effectively communicate your value to public health employers.

Olivia Umoren, Liv Career Services

In this focused 45-minute workshop, learn how to excel in virtual interviews for public health roles in today's competitive job market. As remote hiring continues to be prevalent in the public health sector, mastering the virtual interview is essential for career advancement. This session covers everything from technical preparation and environment optimization to effectively communicating your public health passion and translating your AmeriCorps experience into compelling interview responses. Discover proven strategies to manage interview anxiety, navigate common public health interview questions, and implement effective follow-up techniques. Leave with practical tools to showcase your unique qualifications and make a lasting impression—even through a screen.

Zoila Reyna, Public Health Hired

Keynote: The Power of Participation: How Civic Voices Strengthen Public Health

Chris Chanyasulkit, Past President, American Public Health Association (AmeriCorps ‘99)

Moderator: Kimberly Green-Warren, WE Public Health (AmeriCorps ‘13)

Chris Chanyasulkit, PhD, MPH
Past President, American Public Health Association

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Chris Chanyasulkit, PhD, MPH

Chris Chanyasulkit, PhD, MPH, is a public health consultant, advocate, keynote speaker, and master connector who speaks both nationally and internationally about public health, literacy, civic engagement, and racial, gender, and health equity.  She is a Past President of the American Public Health Association (APHA), a mom of three, a dog mom of two pups, and an avid reader.