Meet Our Team

Real Health Impact is a strategy and consulting firm grounded in the belief that equity driven solutions create stronger systems and healthier communities.

Our team brings deep experience across public health, policy, research, and community engagement, translating complex challenges into clear, actionable strategies that move work forward.

We partner with government agencies, nonprofits, and mission aligned organizations to design initiatives that are data informed, community centered, and built for real world impact.

Simply put, we help good ideas become lasting change.

Associates & Fellows Squad

  • Liana Bethala

    Liana Bethala

    Community Engagement Fellow

    Liana Bethala is an early career public health project manager who is passionate about infectious disease control and prevention. She holds a Masters degree in public health infectious diseases from George Washington University where she gained experienced conducting lab research, particularly in HIV/AIDs, and studied public health microbiology. As both an academic and creative writer, she believes in the importance of communicating research to the broader public and is currently working on publishing her research in peer reviewed journals. She recently gained a certification in project management, and is excited to work with communities to drive public health initiatives. She lives in Atlanta, GA, and spend her free time writing, reading, and exploring the city!

  • Ortecia Guity

    Marketing & Communications Associate

    Ortecia Guity is a public health professional dedicated to advancing health equity through communications, research, and community engagement. Her introduction to public health began as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Uganda, where she facilitated HIV prevention interventions and community health education. She has since earned her MPH from Tulane University and contributed to projects spanning digital health, podcasting, and global health research. Ortecia currently volunteers with her local Department of Public Health in the HIV division, supporting outreach and prevention efforts. She is passionate about blending data, storytelling, and advocacy to improve outcomes for underserved communities.

  • Hannah Worby

    Hannah Worby

    Research & Insights Fellow

    At heart, Hannah is a storyteller. She is passionate about advocating for health equity and she believes storytelling is both a meaningful research methodology and an effective community builder. Working in sexual disease intervention, Hannah values the connections she makes with her patients and she sees every day the benefits that motivational interviewing can have on sexual health outcomes. Hannah is adept in communicating with broad and diverse audiences, and she combines her client service experience with her creative, empathetic instincts to build strong relationships across differences. Hannah completed her master's degree in public health with a certificate in health disparities, and she deftly applies her technical education with her talent for narrative building and communicating to reduce health inequity, protect and promote bodily freedoms, and to support the health and wellbeing of all.

  • Brianna Halliburton

    Brianna Halliburton

    Business Development Associate

    Brianna Halliburton is a researcher, sociologist, and public health professional. She is deeply passionate about the experiences of Black mothers and children, and how social determinants of health and intersectionality impact physical and mental health. Brianna is committed to employing inclusive research practices and promoting health equity through community-centered research and storytelling. Brianna’s public health experience ranges from hospital & healthcare administration to state, local and federal government health policy and consulting. She especially enjoys qualitative research to illuminate intersectional experiences and advocate for social justice. For fun, Brianna loves all things creative —including photography, scrapbooking, and writing. Brianna also loves incorporating breathwork and movement into her day and spends a lot of time practicing yoga or pilates.

  • Jada Johnson

    Jada Johnson

    Project Coordination Associate

    Jada Johnson is a public health professional and strategist working at the intersection of workforce development, social impact, and community engagement. Currently serving as a Program Analyst at the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO), she manages federal grant programs supporting 800+ public health professionals annually, leads national performance improvement initiatives, and directs storytelling campaigns that have grown member engagement by 50 percent. She also serves as a Project Coordination Associate at Real Health Impact LLC, where she supports business development and builds the operational infrastructure that keeps mission-driven work moving. Her background spans federal consulting, direct community health work at the county level, and training and technical assistance at the national level. Jada holds a B.S. in Public Health and a B.A. in Spanish from Mercer University, as well as a Master of Public Health from Georgia State University.

Volunteer Squad

  • Jamirra Franklin

    Jamirra Franklin

    Project Coordination Volunteer

    Jamirra Franklin is a public health professional with a strong background in research and data-driven approaches to improving access to care. She holds a bachelor's degree in health sciences from Spelman College and a Master of Public Health from Johns Hopkins University. She also earned certificates in Health Informatics and Health Disparities/Health Equity from Johns Hopkins.

    Jamirra previously served as a research fellow at the National Institutes of Health, where she conducted breast cancer disparities research. Her professional experience includes work with organizations such as CareFirst, the Maryland Department of Health, The Pride Center of Maryland, and the University of Maryland Capital Regional Hospital. She is passionate about leveraging data to identify gaps in care and address health disparities.

  • Eunice Chukwunyere

    Eunice Chukwunyere

    Project Coordination Volunteer

    Eunice Chukwunyere is a Public Health student at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, with a focus on Health Administration, with an interest in improving healthcare systems and addressing health disparities. She has previous research experience as an intern at the National Institute of Health and Walter Reed Research Center. She serves as a volunteer for the Project Coordination team at the Real Health Impact. She serves on the American Public Health Student Assembly (APHA SA) Social Media committee while being the Event Coordinator for her Public Health Council of Major clubs at UMBC.

  • Jordan Foster

    Jordan Foster

    Research & Insights Volunteer

    Jordan Foster is an aspiring public health advocate with a Master of Public Health in Health Management and Policy from Georgia State University. She is currently a Research Administrative Coordinator at Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health, where she helps lead coordination for Heart Health United, a multi-site, soccer-based cardiovascular health program focused on improving outcomes through accessible and engaging interventions. She is also an intern with the Research and Insights Team for Real Health Impact. She brings a strong foundation in public health and a passion for translating research into meaningful, real-world impact. Outside of work, Jordan is exploring her creative side through pottery, drawing, and mastering the art of eating. She’s excited to contribute to Real Health Impact’s mission of using data and insights to drive stronger, healthier communities.

  • Eva Portillo Molina

    Eva Portillo Molina

    Research & Insights Volunteer

    Eva Portillo Molina, MPH, is an early-career public health research analyst with a background in epidemiology and a strong interest in social epidemiology. She earned her Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from Emory University, along with a certificate in Social Determinants of Health.

    She has experience supporting research, evaluation, and technical assistance across academic and federal public health settings. As a finalist for the Charles C. Shepard Award, she has focused on the intersections of immigration, policy, and health, as well as on maternal and child health. In her most recent role as a Data Analyst at Emory University, she examined social stressors among African American populations.

    Her professional interests include maternal and child health, prevention-oriented care, and understanding how social and structural factors shape health outcomes. In her current role as a Research Analyst at Medscape, she supports medical education evaluation and grant-seeking efforts, assessing programs that improve healthcare providers' knowledge and performance worldwide and translating data into actionable insights for stakeholders. She is also committed to creating accessible, equity-centered research products and serves as a Research & Insights Intern with Real Health Impact.

    In her free time, she enjoys running, exploring new restaurants, and photography.

  • Vivian Glenn

    Vivian Glenn

    Research & Insights Volunteer

    Vivian Glenn is a Public Health student at Rutgers University New Brunswick, maintaining a 3.95 GPA, with a research background in health equity, addiction, and community-focused interventions. She began her work on opioid use disorder and criminal justice policy through the NIDA Summer Internship Program at the Brown University School of Public Health and continued as a research assistant, conducting literature reviews and synthesizing findings to inform evidence-based intervention strategies. At the Rutgers Center for Alcohol and Substance Use Studies, Vivian led focus groups across New Jersey community centers, assessing stigma, engagement barriers, and support systems among underserved populations. She synthesized qualitative insights to inform community-based intervention strategies. Her research has been presented at national conferences, including the American Public Health Association and the American Psychological Association. Vivian is also a Learning Assistant for Physics for the Sciences at Rutgers, where she leads weekly problem-solving sessions for 150+ students, guiding them in study strategies and approaches to master quantitative concepts. She is the founder of Wellness Through Clay, a grant-funded initiative that fosters social connection through creative engagement and structured clay workshops. In her free time, Vivian enjoys baking, traveling to visit new countries and national parks, and practicing pottery and ceramics. Vivian is passionate about leveraging research and data analytics to develop practical solutions that make a real difference in the health outcomes of underserved communities.

  • Natalie Joseph

    Natalie Joseph

    Marketing & Comms Volunteer

    I'm Natalie Joseph, a data and evaluation strategist who believes that numbers should tell stories, not intimidate people. Growing up translating complex information so everyone could understand and move forward together taught me that the best insights emerge when we help data make sense to everyone in the room.

    I bring context and clarity to data by combining quantitative expertise with a deeply human perspective, always seeking those "aha" curious connections that support decision-making and make a real difference. My work centers on making evaluations collaborative, accessible, and genuinely fun. Whether I'm identifying gaps and opportunities within networks or collaboratives, redesigning evaluation approaches mid-stream, or creating visual representations that help stakeholders see patterns they might miss, I'm driven by curiosity about the stories data wants to tell.

    Like a field of tulips in full bloom, I believe diverse perspectives and data types create stronger, more nuanced strategies. Currently pursuing my DrPH at Tulane University while developing frameworks that integrate implementation science with culturally responsive evaluation practices, I help organizations bloom into their full potential through thoughtful, community-centered evaluation that connects dots across stories, numbers, systems, and voices.

  • Tashika Robinson

    Tashika Robinson

    Community Engagement Volunteer

    Tashika Robinson is a Research Assistant at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, where she has supported applied public health research since 2020. She brings nearly 10 years of professional experience in research, community health, and project management, with a strong focus on turning data into practical insights that strengthen public health systems. Tashika holds a B.S. in Biology and an M.P.H., and has collaborated with academic, government, and community partners across the country. She is especially passionate about projects that uplift community voices and advance health equity. Based in Georgia, Tashika continues to contribute to national public health initiatives with a commitment to impact and inclusion.