Amanda Pears Kelly

Trailblazer
DISC Type : DI

Chief Executive Officer at Advocates for Community Health

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Overview

Amanda Pears Kelly is the CEO of Advocates for Community Health, a nationally recognized leader with over 20 years of experience in health policy and grassroots advocacy for underserved populations. She holds a B. A. from the University of New Hampshire and is a fierce advocate for expanding healthcare access for millions of patients across the U. S.

Her passion for healthcare equity is rooted in her upbringing in Maine, where she witnessed the challenges of limited access to care. This personal experience drives her career, and she now hosts the "Community Health Centers. Unfiltered. " podcast to amplify conversations around health policy and community-based solutions.

As a leader, she once grew a national advocacy network from 70, 000 to over 150, 000 members in less than 12 months.

Personality Overview

Persuasive

Achievement-Oriented

Assertive

They like to keep things under control.  They will fight for you if they come to believe in you. They do not mind taking risks and can make hard decisions, if necessary.

Topics They Care About

Healthcare Equity
Her entire career is dedicated to advancing health policy for underserved populations and ensuring everyone has access to high-quality, affordable healthcare.
Grassroots Advocacy
She has extensive experience launching and managing large-scale grassroots campaigns that have mobilized hundreds of thousands of advocates to influence public policy.
Health Center Policy
She leads national efforts to shape federal policy and secure funding for community health centers, frequently testifying before Congress and speaking with policymakers.

Media Appearances

Four Years Later: The ACH Story With Amanda Pears Kelly, CEO. Featured in Advocates for Community Health

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Amanda Pears Kelly of Advocates for Community Health on 5 Things We Must Do to Improve the US. Featured in Medium / Authority Magazine

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Community Health Centers Unfiltered Podcast (featuring Amanda Pears Kelly). Featured in Advocates for Community Health

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Work History

6-2021
Chief Executive Officer at Advocates for Community Health
2-2020
Chief Executive Officer at Association of Clinicians for the Underserved
5-2018 - 2-2020
VP of Grassroots & Internal Advocacy at American Diabetes Association
9-2013 - 5-2018
National Director of Advocacy & Civic Engagement at NACHC
9-2012 - 10-2013
National Advocacy Director at National Association of Community Health Centers

Education

2012 - 2013
Certificate from INML Boston University
1999 - 2003
B.A from University of New Hampshire

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During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

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DONT's

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  • Don’t force involvement of other stakeholders unless it is critical
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When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

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  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Amanda

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no albeit in a friendly manner.


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    How fast (or slow) will Amanda move?

  • They can reach decisions quickly if they develop trust and confidence in the product.
  • Can Amanda take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if necessary.

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