CINCH - Key Persons


Amy Paulson

Job Titles:
  • Director
Mrs. Paulson has consulted and presented locally and nationally on a variety of topics related to coalition development and maintenance, community leadership building, strategic development, action planning, group dynamics, health policy advocacy, chronic disease, and pediatric health. Amy Paulson has over fifteen years of experience in public health program management....

Andrea Ward

Job Titles:
  • Program Coordinator
Andrea has been a valued member of the CINCH team since 2022. Initially, she worked as a Program Associate for the 757Breastfeeds and HALO programs, and now she holds the role of Program Coordinator for 757Breastfeeds. Andrea is committed to advancing equity and justice in reproductive, perinatal, and child health. With a focus on maternal and child health outcomes, she has actively participated in various community-based health projects, supporting mothers locally in Hampton Roads and internationally as a breastfeeding advocate, nutritional counselor, and birth and postpartum doula. Her expertise lies in community engagement, fostering partnerships, and providing culturally competent health education. Andrea earned a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from Virginia Commonwealth University.

Danielle Jenkins

Job Titles:
  • Program Implementation Assistant
Danielle joined CINCH in December 2023 as the Program Implementation Assistant for the Bright Views program. She earned her bachelor's degree in Public Health in 2021, followed by her master's degree in Public Health in 2023. Danielle has collaborated with nonprofits in Virginia, offering support and education to communities. Her background includes program development and implementation gained from internships and volunteer experiences.

Mary Holt

Job Titles:
  • Administrative Coordinator
Mary joined CINCH in October 2023 as their Administrative Coordinator, she also serves as Administrative Assistant for EVMS/CHKD Summer Scholars Program.

Sara Rothenberg

Job Titles:
  • Assistant Director
  • Instructor of Pediatrics at Eastern Virginia Medical School
Sara Rothenberg joined CINCH as the Assistant Director and an Instructor of Pediatrics at Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2017. Sara has developed extensive early-career experience in health policy in Washington, D.C. as a project manager and senior researcher for the George Washington University. Her work has focused on health...