Director, Administrative Operations
Center for Excellence in Public Health Leadership
Kennedy Krieger Institute
716 N. Broadway
Baltimore, Maryland 21204
Email: Littlekel@KennedyKrieger.org
About
Ms. Little is the director of administrative operations for the Center for Excellence in Public Health Leadership at Kennedy Krieger Institute. Her academic credentials are impressive; she holds a Managerial Finance certification, Communications and Health Services Management degrees, and a Master’s in Health Administration. Currently, she is advancing her expertise by pursuing a Master of Social Work (MSW) focusing on Community, Administration, and Policy Practice.
With a robust career spanning over 30 years, Ms. Little has cultivated extensive leadership, management and advocacy skills. She has adeptly managed and overseen a myriad of public health programs, policies, and personnel across local, state, federal and non-profit landscapes. Passionate about fostering large-scale systemic change, she excels in policy development, program planning and community organizing that empowers diverse populations.
Ms. Little thrives on initiatives aimed at enhancing community health outcomes, efficiently managing critical resources and responding to public health emergencies with agility and insight. Her commitment to mentorship, recruitment, and community engagement is unwavering, making her a pivotal figure in her field. Known for her resilience and proactive nature, she consistently addresses inquiries with responsiveness and a solution-oriented mindset, all while cultivating strong relationships with program partners and vendors.