EP 33: Breaking Barriers: Defying the Odds in Health Innovation with Shaunté Kinch

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Shaunté Kinch. Shaunté Kinch, CEO of Empact Global and an expert with over 20 years of experience in healthcare and aerospace engineering. Kinch, a transformative force in healthcare, holds a Master's in Mechanical Engineering and certifications in Lean Practice, Project Management, and Systems Engineering. Her impactful work at Stanford Hospital and UCLA Health System focused on improving clinical quality and patient satisfaction. Kinch's innovative approach includes leveraging AI for equitable access to quality care. As an Innovation Architect with NASA, she applies her problem-solving skills to address significant challenges. Kinch's leadership has earned her accolades, such as Profiles in Diversity’s Black Leadership Award and the 2020 Working Mother of the Year, showcasing her commitment to global change through empathy and ingenuity.Connect with Shaunté:Linkedin: Shauneté Kinch Website: https://www.empactglobal.com/