Executive Board
Each with a designated role, each Executive Board Director fields any and all inquires about endeavors related to their respective roles.
Philippine Health Initiative is reliant on 4 "pillars" to operate. These cornerstones designate our roles: Communications, Partnerships, Programs, and Finance. Each board member assigned to a pillar covers the necessary foundational aspects that PHI needs to run. These individuals also have the opportunity to expand their pillar in order to elevate PHI's impact.
Nayla Jimenez
Founder and Executive Director
Nayla is a second-year Neuroscience student at the University of Florida, planning to pursue medicine as MD or MD/PhD. She's passionate about scientific research, the brain, and her culture. In her free time, she loves to paint, play the oboe, dance, and watch basketball.
Joshua Salva
Director of Finance
Josh is a third year Microbiology and Cell Science/Combination Master’s of Public Health student at the University of Florida (go gators!) with plans to go to medical school. Throughout his time in college, he’s been highly involved in education and tutoring. In his free time, he likes to watch basketball and football, listen to music, and read.
Sophia Paray
Director of Programs
Sophia is a first-year Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Central Florida, planning to pursue a career in the biomedical industry. She’s passionate about medical innovation and community youth events. In her free time she loves to dance, read, and bake.
Lynnelle Mosqueda
Director of Partnerships
Lynnelle is a third-year Health Science student at the University of Central Florida, planning to pursue medicine as a Physician Associate. She’s passionate about community engagement and leadership, and cultural stewardship. In her free time, she loves to play sports, especially basketball, dance, and sing.
Kayla Kho
Director of Communications
Kayla is a second-year Nutritional Science student at the University of Florida. She is a BS-DMD candidate and planning to pursue a career in dentistry. Her passions include serving her community and connecting others through art. In her free time, she loves to read, practice yoga, and eat sweet treats.
Bahay
Our Balikbayan Mascot!
Bahay is a tiny balikbayan box with large dreams, Bahay (or “home” to his American friends) has a penchant for traveling the world!
Bahay is the glue that keeps this team together, a mascot that brings joy to all who meet him, and a dreamer who has big plans to change the world!