Candra Jalloh

About Candra Jalloh

I\'m a purpose-driven leader passionate about building systems of care that uplift people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As CEO and Co-Founder of Health & Joy Services, I\'ve led our organization with heart and strategy - growing a team committed to providing high-quality, person-centered, and community-based supports. A former athlete, I bring the same discipline, resilience, and team-first mindset into leadership. I believe that care should be equitable, empowering, and grounded in community - and I\'m committed to creating space where both staff and the people we support can thrive. We\'re just getting started.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Health & Joy Services, Llc

   Nov 2018 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   As Co-Founder and CEO of Health & Joy Services, I’ve had the privilege of building this organization alongside my partner with a shared mission: to provide high-quality, person-centered care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. From the beginning, this work has been rooted in collaboration—grounded in strong systems, compassionate leadership, and a deep commitment to equity and inclusion.Key contributions and focus areas include:Co-founded and co-led the strategic vision, infrastructure, and growth of a trusted HCBS provider serving the Washington, D.C. areaDeveloped operational systems that support compliance, quality assurance, and sustainable service deliveryGuided our team through audits, staffing expansion, and service evolution.Advocated for policy change and equitable funding through grassroots efforts and stakeholder engagementCollaborated across teams to cultivate a positive, mission-aligned culture rooted in respect, accountability, and careRepresented the agency in public forums, community events, and professional networks to elevate our work and broaden our impactAs a former athlete and lifelong advocate, I bring the mindset of a teammate and the heart of a leader—driven by the belief that we go farther when we go together.

Education

• Goucher College

  Master of Education (MEd), Athletic Program Leadership and Athletic Administration

  2010 — 2012

• Goucher College

  Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communications and minor in Psychology

  2006 — 2010