Qualitative Research Manager
Brandi brings years of experience in qualitative research, project coordination, and working with vulnerable populations. She has contributed to projects that span the field of public health and have propelled community-driven change. Brandi has extensive experience training future public health professionals and supporting strategic planning to improve community health outcomes.
Her research experience has explored a range of critical public health issues, including the experiences of criminal-legal-involved individuals, substance use and health behaviors, hospital-based quality improvement initiatives, and the resiliency of local food system. Her work across multiple sectors of health has provided valuable insight into the intersectional needs often faced by vulnerable populations. She is passionate about using qualitative research to better understand these challenges and develop meaningful, data-driven solutions.
Brandi is currently pursuing a PhD in Health Studies at Texas Woman’s University. She also holds a Master of Public Health in Social and Behavioral Population Sciences from Tulane University and a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Michigan State University. With experience spanning academic, clinical, and nonprofit settings, she understands the value of inter-agency collaboration.