Simran Priel

Experience

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  Yogi

  Jan 1998 - Dec 2000

  Senior Executive Administrator

  As executive admin I responsible for working with the senior management staff in planning strategies and analyzing business decisions to achieve Yogi Tea Europe's goals and objectives. As the executive admin I was a key member of the team in building and growing the reach in this region and was responsible for scaling their business. I collaborated closely with senior management and performed several advanced administrative and managerial duties.

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  Health New Zealand | Counties Manukau

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  Staff Midwife

  Duties included: * support women through the normal physiological processes of pregnancy and childbirth* support women to maintain good physical, emotional and mental wellbeing throughout pregnancy * discuss and organize ultrasound, blood and other screening tests during pregnancy* refer to other health practitioners during the pregnancy, labour, birth and post-birth period* care for women during labour, birth and the post-birth period, including prescribing medications* examine the newborn baby* provide information and support for parents on how to care for and feed their newborn baby. Show less

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  Evolution Healthcare

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2009

  Staff Midwife

  Provided Postpartum care to new parents Duties included; physical and emotional care and recovery for both the new mom and the newborn baby following the birth of a baby. Offered parent education, lactation support and newborn care training to all families. Performed newborn and maternal screenings and connected families with additional resources.

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  United Way

  Apr 2010 - Nov 2012

  Early Childhood Develpment Specialist

  Provided support, training and education to families regarding child development, health and nutrition, community resources, quality care giving, maternal mental health, family support, early intervention techniques, case management and referrals.

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  Kundalini Research Institute

  Jul 2014 - Aug 2020

  Director of Development

  As the Fundraising Director of KRI I developed global fundraising strategies, formulated solicitation procedures, and was in-charge of overseeing all fundraising activities for this non-profit organization. I was able to identify a new donor base, direct and coordinate the solicitation of funds and was their global liaison with funding partners such as Yogi Tea (US & Europe) and SS Corp

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  The Birthing Tree

  Aug 2014 - now

  Executive Director

  The Birthing Tree provides compassionate, high quality parent classes and both birth & postpartum doula services. We offer a variety of classes to prepare parents for childbirth and your little one’s arrival. Our individualized classes, in both English/Spanish are grounded in practical, real-life tools to help guide families in growing their capacity as new parents. We offer evidence based and family centered doula support that is designed to support families not just on a physical level but also on the emotional and spiritual aspects of this journey.• Santa Fe hub for childbirth and parenting education • Instructor for all childbirth, parenting, breastfeeding & newborn care classes • Private breastfeeding & newborn consultations• Manager of The Birthing Tree Birth & Postpartum Doula Program• Coordination with multiple local agencies to support local pregnant families Show less

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  Growing Up New Mexico

  Aug 2020 - Jul 2023

  Great Start Program Manager/ Lactation Consultant

  As the Great Start Manager/ Lactation Consultant. Our program provides three visits during the first month of a baby’s life, providing families with the support they need at a time of momentous transition. During visits, we make sure that mothers and infants are healthy. Mothers learn what they needs to know about breastfeeding and lactation and screening for postpartum depression assess mental health needs and concerns. Parents and caregivers learn to establish healthy attachment with baby and gain access to resources and opportunities within the community. Show less

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  Project ECHO

  Jul 2023 - now

  Director of Gender Equity at project ECHO

  Responsible for aligning ECHO outcomes with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, driving and supporting gender equity, including broadening access to treatment and best-practice care for vulnerable populations (women and girls) across the globe. Work with the ECHO model and ECHO partners to drive meaningful gender equity action in and across programs. Priorities include workplace development, driving greater opportunities for a gender-equity emphasis within ECHO programs, scaling and replicating existing programs that promote gender equity, and supporting institutions (including government agencies, ministries of health, academic institutions) in gender equity work, with a focus on LMICs. Show less

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  Public Health Institute

  Jan 2024 - now

  Fellow - Improving Indigenous Persons Birth Outcomes in New Mexico

  Participating a team focused on Improving Indigenous Persons Birth Outcomes in New Mexico. Fellows receive training and support to increase their mastery of the following competencies:Individual and team leadership principlesThe ability to work effectively across sectorsContinuous quality improvementUsing data to plan, evaluate, and monitorSystems and policy changeNational Leadership Academy for the Public’s Health. The National Leadership Academy for the Public’s Health (NLAPH) began in 2011 to provide training to four-person multi-sector teams from across the country to advance their leadership skills and achieve health equity in their community. Show less