Keena Friday-Gilbert, MBA, MSW, IECMH-E®

CHIEF OFFICER OF PROGRAMMING AND BELONGING

keenafg@aimhitn.org

Greetings! I'm Keena Friday-Gilbert, the Chief Program Officer at AIMHiTN. I proudly joined the AIMHiTN team in December 2020, and since then, it's been my honor to contribute to our mission. As a native Tennessean, I've dedicated over 16 years of my professional career to transforming the lives of children and families in our state. My career has seen me in various roles in nonprofit management, consistently advocating for infant and early childhood mental health. I am a proud alumna of the University of Tennessee, where I earned my Master's degree in Social Work, and I'm currently furthering my studies in pursuit of a Doctorate in Social Work at the University of Memphis.

My path with AIMHiTN began as an intern, an enriching experience spanning two years. In that time, I contributed significantly to the Safe Baby Court program and strategic planning, shaping the direction of our various projects. With my IECMH-E® endorsement, I pour my heart into serving each family and community we touch in Tennessee.

Away from my professional commitments, I cherish spending quality time with my family and enjoy an active lifestyle, basking in both the vibrant and tranquil moments of life.