Sawan Watford

SaWan Watford is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in information technology project management, data science, and health sector analysis. Currently serving as a Senior Information Technology Project Manager at the NC Department of Health and Human Services, SaWan Watford directs the development of a statewide web-based system, collaborating with executive-level managers to enhance departmental performance. Previous roles include Senior Data Scientist at SE2S, where SaWan Watford provided analytical support to the National Ground Intelligence Command, and Senior Program Manager at Trifecta Solutions, LLC, focusing on medical research strategies for Navy humanitarian missions. SaWan Watford also held significant positions in education and policy analysis, including a long tenure as a Health and Medical Instructor and a Senior Principal Policy Analyst at CACI International Inc. SaWan Watford holds a Doctorate in Health Sciences from A.T. Still University, a Master's in Public Health from the American Public University System, and a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from South Carolina State University.