CO-FOUNDER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Hawk grew up in Daviess County then attended Purdue University to pursue his undergraduate studies. Hawk is a recent 2022 graduate with his Bachelor of Science degree in both Neurobiology and Public Health. For 2 years, he was the Wellness Coordinator at TrueScripts Management Services, where he used a public health approach to develop programs that target and prevent the manifestation of chronic diseases. Throughout his study of Public Health and by witnessing the negative consequences of poor health on communities, he realized a massive problem exists and wanted to be part of the solution, and Healthy Hoosiers Initiative grew out of his desire to make that difference.

hawkr@healthyhoosiers.org

CO-FOUNDER, DIRECTOR OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE SERVICES

Kaitlyn was raised in Daviess County then pursued her undergraduate degree at Purdue University studying Brain and Behavioral Sciences. She has been a public healthcare research assistant at Purdue for over 3 years. After earning her Bachelor of Science degree, she moved to Los Angeles, California and became a forensics case manager, working with a statewide population diagnosed with severe mental illnesses such as personality disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. She decided to dive into research on the prevention and treatment to severe illnesses, and joined Vanderbilt University. Working in mental healthcare made her realize the nationwide importance of high-quality care and access for all when it comes to prevention. Integrating research-driven behavioral healthcare models into Healthy Hoosiers Initiative became her way to do that.

kaitlyng@healthyhoosiers.org

Program Director

Marcus was born in Indiana and spent his middle and high school years in Daviess County. He later attended the University of Notre Dame, where he earned his degree in Neuroscience and Behavior. During his undergraduate years, Marcus was a defensive back for the Fighting Irish and Monogram winner. Outside of football, he was involved in the Neuroscience Department’s Public Awareness branch where he organized community events and activities to educate members of the greater South Bend community in various areas of neuroscience. Currently, Marcus is planning on working as an Emergency Medical Technician as he prepares for medical school.

PRESIDENT

Allie is a Nurse Practitioner at Daviess Community Hospital working in maternal medicine. She has direct experience in pediatrics and has had successfully impacts on county infant mortality rates.

VICE PRESIDENT

Chris is a deputy officer at Daviess County Sheriffs Department. Throughout his career, he has experienced diverse issues in mental healthcare within the community and joined HHI to help solve these problems.

TREASURER

Burkley is an undergraduate student at Wabash College studying pre-law and is a local from Daviess County representing the young adult population in public health. Currently, he is in South Africa furthering his education in policy across the borders.

SECRETARY

MaryBeth is serving her 8th year on the board for Mental Health America of Daviess County and is on the Board of Directors for Senior and Family Services in Washington, Indiana. She is retired from the State of Indiana's Division of Family and Social Services Agency after 15 years and is also retired from True Scripts after 6 years.

VOTING MEMBER

Beth is a graduate from Indiana University School of Nursing and has been a NICU nurse for over 20 years. She is currently continuing her work in maternal and neonatal medicine at The Women’s Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.

VOTING MEMBER

Kathy is a graduate of Indiana University School of Nursing and has been the Daviess County Public Health Nurse since 2012. She provides education, health, and nursing care to County residents and ensures compliance with established policies, practices, protocols, and professional and public health standards.