Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition Staff
Erin Hernandez
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President/CEO
Erin Hernandez serves as President/CEO of the Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition. She brings over 20 years of experience in health education, cancer control research, grant management, and community health program development. In her role as president/CEO, she is responsible for local, state, and national government relations, program and fund development, planning and marketing, and overall strategic direction of the organization. Erin holds a Bachelor of Science in Education (Health Education) from the University of Georgia and a Master of Public Administration from Troy University.
Allison Agnew
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Outreach Manager
Allison Agnew serves as the Breast and Cervical Program Coordinator of the Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition. She began working with the coalition in 2014 as an Affordable Care Program Navigator and Outreach Specialist. In her current role, she works throughout the region to provide education in the areas of breast and cervical cancer prevention and screening, and HPV vaccine education and promotion. She holds an Associates Degree in Business Healthcare Technology from Georgia Northwestern Technical College and a Bachelor's of Healthcare Administration from Reinhardt University.
Kaneisha Smith
Tobacco Education Coordinator
Kaneisha Smith serves as the Tobacco Education Coordinator for the Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition. She began working with the coalition in 2022. In her role, Kaneisha travels to regional schools to educate students on the dangers of tobacco and e-cigarette use, as well as coordinates cessation classes and quit resources for adults. Additionally, she leads the coalition's efforts in community awareness and education regarding the dangers of second-hand smoke and vapor. Kaneisha holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Georgia and a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Capella University.
Debra Proctor
Screening and Operations Coordinator
Debra Proctor serves as the Screening and Operations Coordinator for the Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition. She began working with the coalition in 2023, and brings experience helping low income and uninsured patients access medical treatment and needed resources. In her current role, she partners with area healthcare providers to provide free or low-cost cancer screenings in an effort to increase cancer screening rates throughout the region. Additionally, she manages the accounting operations of the Cancer Coalition office. Debra holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Berry College.
Ernie Elemento
Hamilton Medical Center
Lanell Jacobs
AdventHealth Gordon
Board Members