Paula C. Alston Mph, Des

Paula C. Alston, MPH, is an accomplished public health professional with extensive experience in program and project management, particularly in healthcare accreditation and wellness integration. Currently serving as Project/Program Manager for NCQA Accreditation at Blue Cross NC, Paula oversees initiatives to ensure compliance with NCQA standards. Concurrently, as a Wellness Integration Consultant for Surrounded by Wellness Collective, Paula designs spaces that promote well-being through sustainable and mindful practices. Previously, Paula held various roles at Blue Cross NC from 2003 to 2020, including Program Manager for Corporate Pharmacy and Quality Management, where responsibilities included managing outreach programs and developing member-focused initiatives. Early career experience includes serving as a Wellness/Outreach Coordinator at UnitedHealthcare, focusing on community health programs. Paula holds a Master of Public Health and a Bachelor of Science in Community Health Education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.