Our Journey to Equity (OJTE) is a hub for purpose, joy and unity-- connecting people through conversations, workshops, and experiences. Here, communities are strengthened through the harmonious blend of evidence-based solutions and the profound recognition of our shared humanity, all aimed at advancing health and wellbeing for everyone.
Engaging in hard conversations is not just important; it is essential for building bridges and driving meaningful progress. By employing evidence-based practices, we ensure that every voice is not only heard but valued, paving the way for genuine common ground. This approach is imperative for fostering understanding and collaboration.
Our hands-on workshops are the ultimate solution for educating, achieving organizational alignment, or fostering community engagement. These dynamic sessions empower groups with the essential tools and knowledge to drive meaningful change and progress within their own communities. By participating, you are not just learning; you are equi
Our hands-on workshops are the ultimate solution for educating, achieving organizational alignment, or fostering community engagement. These dynamic sessions empower groups with the essential tools and knowledge to drive meaningful change and progress within their own communities. By participating, you are not just learning; you are equipping yourself to be a catalyst for transformation, ensuring that the work continues to thrive and evolve long after the workshop concludes.
Our experiences are meticulously crafted to ignite the creative center of your mind, empowering you to rediscover the profound joy and purpose inherent in your work. Experiences are designed to help you embrace the transformative (and often challenging!) journey and reconnect with joy.
Research Faculty at Yale University & Founder of the LaDream Institute
Dental Director at Charlotte Community Health Clinic
CEO of Evolve Health & Wellness Community
Associate Director of Market Access at pharma& and Founder, After This, LLC
Division Manager, City of Charlotte Housing & Neighborhood Services and CEO, Performance Strategy Partners
Founder & CEO,
Harvesting Humanity
CEO & Executive Director CARE RING
Founder & Lead Counselor
Welltheology Counseling Center
Founder & CEO
Melanated Healthcare, Inc.
Tamara Smith is a nationally recognized healthcare executive with over 20 years of experience in developing and driving community health strategies and strategic portfolios. As the National Vice President of Health Equity & Social Impact at Humana, Tamara serves as a leading national voice on health equity and social determinants of health, providing strategic direction for Humana’s health equity efforts across the enterprise. Prior to joining Humana, Tamara served in various leadership roles in Corporate Health, in the Arts, and most recently as the Vice President of Community Health & Engagement at Novant Health.
Tamara is a DrPH candidate at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health, where she is focusing her research on organizational strategies to advance equity. Tamara has served as an active member of the Board of Directors for the Charlotte Rescue Mission, the Centers for Exceptional Children and the Winston Salem Urban League. She also highlights the work of health equity practitioners across the nation through her podcast, Our Journey to Equity, and was named national Top 100 Under 50 Leaders by Diversity MBA Magazine.
Tamara earned a Bachelor of Science in Health & Exercise Science from Wake Forest University and a Master of Science in Health Promotion & Management from Nebraska Methodist College. She resides in Charlotte, NC with her husband, Cassiel, two boys, Gabriel & Israel, and their loving Doberman Pinscher, Luna.
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