Deanna Simon

Deanna Simon is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in environmental management and health policy, currently serving as the Strategic Projects Coordinator at the Oregon Health Authority since 2023, following a tenure as Regional Outreach Coordinator. With a focus on collaboration and conflict resolution, Deanna leads initiatives to enhance health coverage access for Oregonians. Prior roles include Environmental Consultant and Analyst in Portland, and Outreach Coordinator for the City and County of San Francisco, where efforts in waste diversion and toxics reduction were central. Deanna's academic background includes a Master of Science in Environmental Science, Policy, and Management from UC Berkeley, alongside a Bachelor's degree in Entomology from UC Davis and a Project Management Certificate.