Jade Howard
Strategic Program Manager | Inspiring Teams & Driving Results | Championing Health Equity | Research Innovation
- Role
- Project Manager, Community Health Research Initiatives at American Heart Association
- Location
- Midland, TX, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Jade Howard
I\'m a purpose-driven program manager with a collaborative spirit and a passion for turning bold ideas into real-world impact. With a background rooted in community health and clinical research, I bring a unique blend of strategic thinking, creative problem-solving, and heart-forward leadership to every project. I thrive in environments where innovation meets empathy—whether I\'m coordinating cross-functional teams, streamlining complex workflows, or building trusted relationships with stakeholders. I believe strong programs are built not just on metrics, but on meaningful connections and shared goals. What fuels me? Empowering people, improving systems, and seeing a vision come to life through clear planning, agile execution, and a whole lot of grit.
Experience
Project Manager, Community Health Research Initiatives
Jul 2024 — Present
Directed the strategic implementation of rural health initiatives, aligning community-based programs with organizational mission and public health priorities-Spearheaded multi-stakeholder partnerships with libraries, health systems, and local agencies to expand access to preventive services and health education-Oversaw program design and evaluation frameworks, using data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions and demonstrate measurable impact-Managed complex budgets and grant portfolios, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing ROI across health equity initiatives-Led cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment, providing high-level guidance to field staff, community leaders, and subject matter experts-Developed scalable models for rural outreach and engagement, contributing to long-term strategic planning and program replication efforts-Informed organizational advocacy strategies by identifying policy barriers and elevating rural health concerns to state and national platforms.
Education
The University of Alabama
Bachelor's degree
Troy University
Master of Public Administration - MPA
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