Operational Excellence Rooted in Empathetic Change

Project & Change Management

We move beyond basic execution to drive sustainable organizational transformation. Our focus is to emphasize strategic value over simple execution by leading the "people side" of organizational transformations. We aim to act as a "trusted partner" and shift the focus of project impact from mere activities (what was done) to meaningful, strategic outcomes (what changed).

The BME Approach

We deliver operational excellence by balancing technical precision with empathy for the teams navigating change. We build the sustainable infrastructure that empowers Public Health teams to confidently reach their goals.

We focus on change management to guide our partners through complex transitions, identifying and addressing the specific "friction points" where staff might feel overwhelmed.

By leveraging strategic data storytelling, we transform complex data into compelling narratives to reduce "change fatigue".

We embrace digital innovation by helping teams responsibly embed AI into daily workflows.

Core Services

Driving sustainable transformation by aligning stakeholders and navigating complex transitions to shift the focus from mere activities to meaningful, strategic outcomes.

Modernizing Public Health infrastructure by helping agencies strategically implement modern digital tools and AI applications, streamlining workflows and reducing administrative burdens so your team can focus on community impact.

Translating complex metrics into compelling, accessible narratives that clearly demonstrate program impact, engage community partners, and secure the sustainable funding needed to scale your work.

Building and scaling centralized PMO structures that standardize governance, optimize resource allocation, and dramatically expand your agency’s capacity to execute complex, multi-year grant initiatives.

Guiding local health departments through the rigorous PHAB accreditation and reaccreditation processes

Providing embedded project management tailored to niche Public Health domains, ensuring that complex initiatives are guided by professionals with deep, highly relevant subject matter expertise.

The Team

Jessie Cornicello
MPH - MANAGING CONSULTANT, PROJECT & CHANGE MANAGEMENT

Jessie Cornicello is a strategic public health consultant with more than 15 years of experience supporting federal clients in public health training, technical assistance, and evaluation. She has led a wide range of behavioral health projects, with a strong emphasis on project management, data storytelling, and technology-enabled solutions. Jessie is known for her expertise in change management and her ability to drive innovative, evidence-based approaches that strengthen organizational capacity and impact. She holds an MA in Sociology from Columbia University and a BA in Sociology from Skidmore College.