Phyllis Meadows

Phyllis Meadows, PhD,MSN,RN Phyllis has a account Senior Fellow, Health -The Kresge Foundation Greater Detroit Area See 500+ connections See contact info The Kresge Foundation Wayne State University Highlights Reach out to Phyllis for... Probono consulting and volunteering. Message Phyllis About I have nearly 30 years of professional experience as a health professional working in community-based health, governmental public health (county and city) and philanthropy. Through out my career, I've had the honor of working with and learning from an array diverse communities domestically and internationally. I have a strong value towards building effective partnerships, and designing solutions that incorporate the voices of those most impacted by the pathways to health. Experience The Kresge Foundation Senior Fellow - Health Programming Company NameThe Kresge Foundation Dates EmployedJan 2009 – Present Employment Duration10 yrs 6 mos LocationTroy, Michigan Provides content expertise in health and philanthropy to support the development and design of programs and funding opportunities that address the goals and objectives for the Kresge Foundation's Health Team. University of Michigan Associate Dean for Public Health Practice, Clinical Professor Health Management and Policy Company NameUniversity of Michigan Dates EmployedJan 2009 – Aug 2016 Employment Duration7 yrs 8 mos LocationUniversity of Michigan School of Public health In addition to a faculty position in Health, Management and Policy, I serve as the Associate Dean for Practice. These roles allow for engagement with communities and academic partners in the development and implementation of education, leadership and training activities designed to build the capacity of the existing and future public health work force. City of Detroit - Department of Health and Wellness Director of Public Health and Health Officer Company NameCity of Detroit - Department of Health and Wellness Dates EmployedMar 2004 – Dec 2008 Employment Duration4 yrs 10 mos LocationDetroit, Michigan As the Health Director of a large metropolitan health department, I had the honor of working with over 400 dedicated professionals, responsible for implementing 38 programs and services for the citizens of the Detroit. Responsible for strategic leadership and administration of an annual operating budget of $124 million comprised of gover... See more W.K. Kellogg Foundation Company NameW.K. Kellogg Foundation Total Duration12 yrs TitleProgram Director Dates EmployedFeb 1996 – 2004 Employment Duration8 yrs LocationBatte Creek Michigan Responsible for managing a large portfolio of grants and initiatives focusing on the health and well-being of children, youth and families. Worked closely with national and international partners within the non-profit sector to design and implement programs to improve outcomes in high-need communities. Provided leadership in the design and implementatio... See more TitleAssociate Program Director - Kellogg Youth Initiative Program/Youth and Higher Education Dates Employed1992 – 1996 Employment Duration4 yrs LocationBattle Creek, Michigan Worked with community and organizational partners in three place-based efforts in Michigan, focusing principally on Detroit. Engaged and provided funding for cross-sector programs involving health and recreation, arts & culture, economic development/entrepreneurship, education, leadership and safety/violence prevention. Designed and coordinated... See more Education Wayne State University Wayne State University Degree NameDoctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Field Of StudyApplied Sociology Dates attended or expected graduation 1992 – 1998 Wayne State University Wayne State University Degree NameMaster's Degree Field Of StudyCommunity Health Nursing Dates attended or expected graduation 1982 – 1987 Oakland University Oakland University Degree NameBachelor's Degree Field Of StudyNursing Dates attended or expected graduation 1976 – 1980