Chrystal Okonta

Chrystal Okonta, MSPH, CHES, currently serves as the Director and Health Communications Consultant at FGS Global, bringing extensive experience in public health education, communications, and project management. In this role, Chrystal develops strategic communication plans for diverse health clients, translating complex scientific language into accessible messaging. Prior to this, Chrystal worked as a Technical Information Specialist at USDA-FSIS, where responsibilities included developing food safety communication campaigns and managing consumer inquiries. Chrystal's background also includes significant roles at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Washington University in St. Louis, focusing on research, admissions, and student outreach. Chrystal's educational credentials include a Master of Science in Public Health Education and Promotion from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor of Arts in Biology with minors in Public Health and Spanish from Washington University.