Valerie Riley

Valerie Riley, CHES, currently serves as a Sr. Program Manager for the American Heart Association and a Program Analyst IV for Goldbelt C6, LLC, focusing on antibiotic resistance in healthcare-associated infections. In addition to these roles, Valerie is the Founder and CEO of Swinson-Riley Consulting, which partners with various organizations to address community and public health needs. Previous experience includes leadership positions at the Georgia Department of Public Health, where management of the Tobacco Use Prevention Program and Cardiovascular Health Program occurred, as well as community impact initiatives at the American Heart Association. Valerie's early career featured roles in health promotions at both HealthFitness Corporation and South Georgia Medical Center. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Health Science from Georgia Southern University and two Master of Public Health degrees from Liberty University.