Elaine is the Co-CEO of The Center for Rural Health Development, Inc. (“The Center”) and its Director of Programs. She brings over 18 years of public health experience, with over 15 years of experience in developing strategies to improve health in West Virginia. Previously, Elaine managed the West Virginia Immunization Network, and is the co-developer of The Center’s Wild, Wonderful & Healthy WV program. Before joining The Center, Elaine worked in substance abuse prevention at the United Way of the River Cities, and for the MidAtlantic AIDS Education and Training Center at the University of Pittsburgh. Elaine also served as a Community Health Facilitator for the U.S. Peace Corps in the South Pacific for several years. She holds a Master’s Degree in Public Health from WVU and a bachelor’s degree from Kent State University.