Suleima Salgado, Chief Executive Officer
Professional Overview
Suleima Salgado is a seasoned healthcare executive with over 15 years of experience in the public health and telehealth sectors. As the Chief Executive Officer of Global Partnership for TeleHealth, she is responsible for driving the organization's strategic vision, overseeing operational excellence, and championing the expansion of innovative telehealth solutions.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Executive Officer of Global Partnership for TeleHealth since July 2024, Suleima is leading the organization's efforts to increase access to high-quality healthcare services through the effective deployment of telehealth technologies. In this role, she is responsible for setting the strategic direction, fostering collaborative partnerships, and ensuring the delivery of impactful telehealth programs that positively impact communities across the United States.
Prior to her current position, Suleima served as the Chief Operations Officer at Global Partnership for TeleHealth, where she played a crucial role in streamlining operations, enhancing organizational efficiency, and driving the successful implementation of telehealth initiatives.
Career Progression
Suleima's extensive experience in the public health sector includes her tenure as the Director of Telemedicine and Project ECHO at the Georgia Department of Public Health, where she led the development and implementation of cutting-edge telehealth programs that expanded access to healthcare services in underserved communities. She also held leadership roles at the Georgia Department of Public Health, serving as the Manager of Early Brain Development and the Deputy Director of Communications.
Prior to her work in Georgia, Suleima served as the Director of Communications and Health Promotion at the Gwinnett, Newton, and Rockdale County Health Departments, and as a Public Information Officer at the Florida Department of Health.
Academic Background
Suleima holds a Master's degree in Public Health from the University of Florida, where she specialized in Health Education and Promotion. Her academic achievements include graduating with Honors and being recognized for her outstanding contributions to the field of public health.
Areas of Expertise
Suleima's expertise spans across the following areas:
- Telehealth program development and implementation
- Public health policy and advocacy
- Stakeholder engagement and collaborative partnerships
- Strategic planning and organizational leadership
- Grant writing and funding acquisition
- Operational efficiency and process optimization
- Effective communication and stakeholder management
Professional Impact
Under Suleima's leadership, the Global Partnership for TeleHealth has experienced significant growth and expansion, with the organization's telehealth programs reaching underserved communities across the United States. Suleima has been instrumental in securing major grant funding to support the development and implementation of innovative telehealth solutions, and her contributions have been recognized through numerous awards and accolades.
Conclusion
Suleima Salgado's extensive experience, strategic vision, and commitment to improving healthcare access through telehealth make her a valuable asset to the Global Partnership for TeleHealth. As the Chief Executive Officer, she is poised to continue driving the organization's growth and expanding the reach of its impactful telehealth initiatives.
