Janet Cates, BA

Position: Program Manager

Janet joined the Cumberland Pediatric Foundation in February 2014, in her role as Program Manager. Her responsibilities include leading the execution of the HPV Vaccine Uptake R01 and the CEASE program as well as assisting to implement new grant-based research projects with emphasis on compliance, quality, efficiency, and the impact on practice operations. In her role over Networking, Janet has focused on creating a multitude of networking opportunities for providers and administrators alike, working to bridge gaps between medical center specialties and community-based primary care. The short list of these opportunities include, CPF’s Pediatric Open House and Showcase, Nashville Predators Hockey Social, Annual New Residents Picnic, Mentor Mixer, and the CPF Pediatric Administrator’s Meeting.

She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in advertising with a minor in Business Administration from Western Kentucky University. Prior experience includes working for Lexmark International as a U.S. Product Marketing Specialist and Sales Operations Analyst as well as an extensive background in management and events planning from her 10 years in Retail Management & Buyer roles.