Interview with Jimica Tchamako, MBA, MPH
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Highlights from this episode:
- Her journey into public health and pursuing an MBA.
- Understanding the problem and engaging stakeholders are key in managing change when adopting new healthcare technologies.
- Sustainability in implementing software and systems in public health and health care organizations requires buy-in from people within the organization.
- Public health is about more than disease prevention—it’s about fostering thriving communities and improving quality of life.
- An MBA offers a broader view of public health and the role of business in building communities.
Episode 212 of Public Health Careers
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. During her undergraduate years, she participated in Alternative Winter Break and Alternative Spring Break programs and was involved in Delta Sigma Theta Incorporated.
After completing her degree, Jimica began her career as a Management Consultant at Huron, where she developed her expertise in organizational management. She then pursued a Master of Public Health in Informatics and a Master of Business Administration from Emory University while working as a Senior Business Analyst.
Following her time at Emory, Jimica held various roles at The Task Force for Global Health, Inc., eventually being promoted to Director of Business Unit Informatics.
Jimica furthered her education by earning a Master of Business Administration from Emory University,
Links from show
Delta Sigma Theta Incorporated
“Celebrating International Women’s Day: Three Generations of Women in Public Health”
