Christopher Kunney, FHIMSS, eFACHDM, MSMOT

I had the privilege of serving as Chairperson for Ivy Prep Academy's Board of Directors. I'm very proud to highlight the following list of accomplishments the institution achieved during my tenure:

* IPA Gwinnett was recognized as the Top Performing School in the County for 3 consecutive years.

* Advocacy and led the communities' effort to ratify a revision of the GA State Consitution to an alternate state commission with the authority to authorize/approve charters and funding… Show more

I had the privilege of serving as Chairperson for Ivy Prep Academy's Board of Directors. I'm very proud to highlight the following list of accomplishments the institution achieved during my tenure:

* IPA Gwinnett was recognized as the Top Performing School in the County for 3 consecutive years.

* Advocacy and led the communities' effort to ratify a revision of the GA State Consitution to an alternate state commission with the authority to authorize/approve charters and funding for locally managed charter schools.

* IPA acquired two charter schools (boy and girls) and expanded its footprint in Fulton, County

* Secured a $14M bond for the acquisition of the Ivy Prep Decatur schools properties. During this period, IPA was also the first African American-led charter school in the US to successfully secure public/private funding. This acquisition positioned IPA to serve as a property owner and landlord for two commercial businesses and a regional hospital clinic currently leasing space on the acquired property.

* 100% of the students in IPA's inaugural graduating class received college scholarships.

* Recognized by Governor Nathan Deal during at an official ceremony at the Governor's Mansion for the institution's courage, commitment, and perseverance in advocating for the amendment of the state's constitution to require equitable funding of state-approved charter schools. In addition, celebrate IPA's success in delivering high-quality educational options for students of color and disadvantaged marginalized communities. Show less

The Opportunity Hub Pre-Accelerator Cohort was designed by over 50 successful innovators, entrepreneurs and investors committed to creating an end-to-end curriculum to take idea stage, startups and early stage companies from ideation to exit/acquisition.

CaringMeds was birthed out of a medical missions based program sponsored by Right Direction Church International (RDCI). The first medical missions trip began in 2011. Six members from RDCI went on a trip to Ghana, West Africa. The team partnered with African Relief Mercy Ministries ( Founders Faithful and Mary Biney) to see over 400 patients in a 5 day time period in several villages near Tema, Ghana. They saw patients with severe hypertension, infectious diseases, Malaria and several… Show more

CaringMeds was birthed out of a medical missions based program sponsored by Right Direction Church International (RDCI). The first medical missions trip began in 2011. Six members from RDCI went on a trip to Ghana, West Africa. The team partnered with African Relief Mercy Ministries ( Founders Faithful and Mary Biney) to see over 400 patients in a 5 day time period in several villages near Tema, Ghana. They saw patients with severe hypertension, infectious diseases, Malaria and several arthritic diseases.

The team returned from Ghana with a renewed vision to serve more people in Ghana in desperate need of medical care. They developed two primary missions: to sponsor reoccurring medical mission trips to underserved communities in Ghana, West Africa and to partner with African Relief Mercy Ministries to develop an infrastructure to train local residents to provide healthcare services to local communities. Show less

HIMSS (Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society) is a global advisor, thought leader and member-based society committed to reforming the global health ecosystem through the power of information and technology. As a mission-driven non-profit, HIMSS offers a unique depth and breadth of expertise in health innovation, public policy, workforce development, research and digital health transformation to advise leaders, stakeholders and influencers across the global health ecosystem on… Show more

HIMSS (Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society) is a global advisor, thought leader and member-based society committed to reforming the global health ecosystem through the power of information and technology. As a mission-driven non-profit, HIMSS offers a unique depth and breadth of expertise in health innovation, public policy, workforce development, research and digital health transformation to advise leaders, stakeholders and influencers across the global health ecosystem on best practices. With a community-centric approach, our innovation engine delivers key insights, education and engaging events to healthcare providers, payers, governments, startups, life sciences and other health services organizations, ensuring they have the right information at the point of decision.

HIMSS has served the global health community for more than 60 years, with focused operations across North America, Europe, the United Kingdom, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific. Show less

Reflecting its Judeo-Christian heritage, the YMCA of Metro Atlanta is an association of volunteers, members and staff, open to and serving all, with programs and services which build spirit, mind, and body. Financial assistance is available based on need. The YMCA actively seeks to identify and involve those in need.