We are Orchestrators of Opportunity

Allison Coffman serves as the Director of Community Engagement at the Georgia Health Initiative, where she draws on her background of coalition building, strategic planning, and grassroots organizing to advance community-driven solutions for health equity. She brings over a decade of experience in the field of reproductive health, rights, justice and a commitment to mobilizing communities towards long-term systemic change.

With a BA from Washington University in St. Louis and a Master’s degree in International Development from the University of Pittsburgh, Allison began her career advancing equitable access to reproductive health care in Latin America. Most recently, she served as Executive Director of the Amplify Georgia Collaborative where she helped transform a time-bound donor initiative into a thriving, fiscally sponsored organization–tripling its annual budget, growing its distributed leadership model, and deepening its engagement of partner organizations across the state. She has also held key roles at CARE USA and Ipas, where she designed global programs, led multimillion-dollar proposals, and co-chaired efforts to embed equity and inclusion across organizational systems. Across every role, she has remained focused on building lasting relationships rooted in justice, equity, and collaboration.

Originally from Oklahoma, Allison now calls Georgia home. What she likes most about Georgia is its rich legacy of leading national movements for social justice–from civil rights to reproductive justice to environmental activism.

To Allison a healthy Georgia is one where all of us– no matter our income, race, zip code– have what we need to thrive.

Kristy Klein Davis is nationally recognized as a thought leader on health equity and the role of philanthropy in catalyzing positive change in communities. Currently President and CEO of Georgia Health Initiative, Klein Davis is a creative leader with deep expertise designing and implementing complex philanthropic strategies in public health and social sectors. In her role as President, she works collaboratively with the Board of Directors to achieve the Initiative’s vision of a Georgia in which all people have the opportunity to attain their fullest potential for health. She brings a creative approach to leadership and a strong passion for advancing health equity for all Georgians.

Prior to joining the Initiative, Klein Davis held various program and leadership positions at Missouri Foundation for Health, most recently Chief Strategy Officer. In this role, she drove the evolution of the foundation from a traditional grantmaker to a systems change institution, and built and leveraged internal expertise in grantmaking, policy, research, and communications to achieve long-term, equity-focused change.

In addition to her time at Missouri Foundation for Health, Klein Davis has also held positions in public health and health research organizations. Throughout her career she has worked to improve health equity through adaptive strategies that emphasize community-informed approaches that value and elevate lived experience. Klein Davis is a frequent writer and speaker on systems change, health equity, and modern philanthropy.

Klein Davis earned her Masters degree from The Brown School of Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis.

Rochelle Heard serves as Program Administration Manager with the Initiative. An Atlanta native, Rochelle grew up spending her summers with her great-grandmother in rural Georgia. This instilled in Rochelle a deep appreciation for rural community, and it also improved her understanding of some of the health challenges faced in rural areas across the state. Rochelle earned  a Bachelor’s Degree in Science and a Master’s Degree in Public Health from Mercer University and began her career evaluating public health programs and community coalitions/collaboratives as a Research Associate for Community Evaluation Solutions (CES).

This work fueled Rochelle’s passion for community health and led her to Morehouse School of Medicine, where she nurtured national partnerships, fostered collaboration among national, community-based, and grassroots organizations, and led microgrant initiatives. Rochelle served as the Program Manager of the National COVID-19 Resiliency Network and led the National Health Equity Collaborative in its mission to advance health equity through strategic and diverse collaboration.

Rochelle believes centering community voice is essential to driving the collective action necessary for creating equitable access to health information and health care resources. Combining her passion for community with her skills in program management, program evaluation, and grant management, she is excited to collaborate with communities, strengthen communities’ capacity, and “spark” change in Georgia.

Joann earned a Juris Doctor from Emory University School of Law, and a Bachelor of Science in Advertising from the University of Illinois.

Yolanda Kyle joined Georgia Health Initiative in April 2023 and serves as the Operations Manager. In her role she is responsible for human resources and facilities management, as well as employee and Board engagement.

Prior to joining the Initiative, Yolanda served for over 20 years in administration and management, much of it in the non-profit sector. Throughout her career, she has driven organizational change, improved team productivity, and enjoyed leading teams and individuals.

Yolanda received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Shorter University.

Ky earned a Master of Education and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, both from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI.

Shaunae Motley is a visionary leader with over 20 years of experience advancing health equity, community wellness, and systems change. She previously served as President and CEO of United Way of Southwest Georgia, leading transformative efforts to bridge resource gaps, mobilize locally led solutions, and champion equity-driven investments in and across Georgia communities. Her experience spans grassroots advocacy to large-scale initiatives, always centering the voices of those most affected by systemic inequities. 

A strategic and collaborative leader, Shaunae is committed to fostering trust, transparency, and shared purpose. She brings a unique ability to connect vision with action, helping organizations move from intention to impact. Passionate about developing leaders and building high-performance teams, she equips individuals and organizations with the tools to drive meaningful and sustainable change. 

Shaunae’s prior leadership extends into philanthropy, where she has worked to align investments with community-driven solutions to promote long-term well-being. She currently serves on multiple boards dedicated to advancing health equity, economic opportunity, and educational excellence—critical drivers of both individual and collective prosperity. 

Grounded in the belief that real change happens through collaboration and strategic investment, Shaunae remains dedicated to building a more just and equitable future. She finds joy in traveling, exploring new communities, and spending time with her daughter, Sanaa Lauren, and their dog, Bumble. 

Bethany Munshi serves as the Director of Policy Strategies at the Georgia Health Initiative, leveraging two decades of experience advancing equitable health outcomes through qualitative and quantitative research, public health strategy, and program implementation. She leads cross-sector initiatives that translate data and community priorities into actionable change, with a focus on maternal health and systems transformation.

Bethany’s background includes leading global maternal health programs in over a dozen countries, managing large public-private portfolios at Johnson & Johnson, and driving federal transformation strategies for CDC as a senior consultant. A Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), she combines technical rigor with community grounded insight, shaped by her MPH from Johns Hopkins University and her Peace Corps service in Cameroon. She is fluent in French and works hard to find clarity in complexity.

Driven by curiosity, Bethany envisions a healthier Georgia built at the intersection of community voices and bold policy. Born into a military family and raised across the globe by proud Georgians, Bethany now calls Atlanta home. She enjoys biking the beltline or walking her dog in one of Georgia’s beautiful state parks.

Faith Olatile was born in Nigeria and moved to Atlanta at the age of ten, where she developed a passion for public health. She earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Public Health from Georgia State University, specializing in Health Policy and Health Management. To her position as Health Policy Fellow, Faith brings diverse experience within nonprofit, corporate, and health research sectors and a well-rounded perspective on the healthcare landscape. In joining the Initiative, Faith is eager to apply her broad expertise to support strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing health outcomes and the healthcare landscape for all Georgians.

Akil Reynolds is the Programmatic Partnerships Manager for Georgia Health Initiative. In this role, Akil leads the Initiative’s efforts in building rich partnerships throughout Georgia and ensuring that the Initiative’s programs align with its values and mission.

Akil has demonstrated his commitment to health equity and community through his leadership across various roles previously held. While at FieldWorks, LLC, Akil served as a Canvasser Team Lead. His efforts in partnership with SEIU-United Healthcare Workers West led to the passing of California Senate Bill 525, which successfully raised the minimum wage for healthcare workers in California. As a Health Education Consultant with the Florida Department of Health, Akil championed health resources for low-income communities and conducted research to inform implementation of public health best practices in Alachua County, Florida. At the national level, Akil previously served as a State Advocacy Manager with Community Catalyst, where he partnered with state and community-based organizations across the country. In this role, he provided strategic coaching, developed advocacy resources, and facilitated learning communities to support health advocates and policy campaigns focused on health justice.

Specific to Georgia, Akil recently conducted research and provided strategic guidance for The Fibroid Pandemic, LLC. In this role, Akil contributed to strengthening the organization’s ability to serve Black individuals living with uterine fibroids in the Atlanta metropolitan region.

Akil holds a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health with a minor in Health Disparities in Society from the University of Florida and a Master’s degree in Public Health with a concentration in Social, Behavioral and Health Education Sciences from the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University.

Maura Tangum serves as Communications Manager at the Georgia Health Initiative, where she uses her expertise in instructional design, digital marketing, and content development to advance the Initiative’s mission of building a healthier and more equitable Georgia. She brings a strong ability to translate complex ideas into creative and engaging resources.

With a BA in English and Studio Art from Davidson College and an MA in Design from Bard Graduate Center, Maura developed an appreciation for the ways words and visuals can work together. This perspective sparked her entry into the communications field and continues to guide her creative approach today. Prior to joining the Initiative, Maura consulted with the Task Force for Global Health, where she developed branding kits, designed digital assets and infographics, and created an online advocacy course for global program managers. Through these and other projects, Maura has continually honed her skills in storytelling, digital engagement, and project management.

Born and raised in Atlanta, Maura’s favorite part of living in Georgia is having access to the best peaches in the world. She enjoys bringing fresh peaches to friends and family in other states, giving them a piece of Georgia—and a little joy in the process.

To Maura, a healthy Georgia is a place where access to physical activity and healthy eating is available to everyone.

Cindy Zeldin serves as Vice President of Health Policy and Government Affairs for Georgia Health Initiative and is a member of the executive leadership team. As the inaugural staff member in the Health Policy role she designs and implements a portfolio of initiatives and activities that inspire and promote collective action to advance health equity for all Georgians.

With more than twenty years of experience in the health policy and advocacy field, Cindy has established herself as a connector, bridge builder, and strategic innovator who works for the good of all Georgians.

As the first executive director of Georgians for a Healthy Future (GHF), a statewide consumer health advocacy organization, she worked closely with partners and key stakeholders to establish and build the new organization’s capacity for policy development, community outreach and education, coalition building and mobilization, strategic communications, and advocacy. Most recently, she served as a Senior Consultant for Health Management Associates (HMA), a leading national research and consulting firm that specializes in publicly financed health care.

In her early career, Cindy held various positions in research, policy analysis, and advocacy, all with a focus on health. She earned her MPH in Health Policy and Management from the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University, an MA from The George Washington University, and a BA in Political Science from Emory University.