With over 25 years of experience, Valerie is a seasoned professional in developing marketing programs and launching innovative products for Newborn and NICU nurseries. She has led the Point of Market Entry commercial plan and go-to-market strategy for Huggies Healthcare™, ensuring cross-functional alignment and building strong relationships with thought leaders. Valerie collaborates with perinatal and neonatal nursing associations to develop skin health education programs and support equitable care, improving birth outcomes for all moms and babies.
Valerie holds a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from the Medical College of Virginia, ASCP BOC. She has earned multiple graduate certificates, including a Certificate in Business and Health Care Administration from Illinois Benedictine University and a Certificate in Advanced Market Research Methods from the University of Georgia. Additionally, she completed the McKinsey Management Accelerator Black Leadership Academy, focusing on Business Strategy, Problem Solving, and Operations.
Valerie is a Virginia Gubernatorial appointed Board Member of the New College Institute, serving her second term as Secretary on the Executive Committee. She has also served as Communications Chair for the AAEN Employee Resource Group and received the Kimberly-Clark Compass Award for Living Our Purpose for her work in maternal health.
Passionate about helping moms and babies thrive, Valerie continues to create and implement impactful programs in maternal and infant health.