Magaly Dante Ph.D, LMHC

Chief Executive Officer

With 30+ years of leadership experience in public and private health sectors, Dr. Dante blends personal experience, best practices and research-driven approaches to provide audiences with practical strategies they can implement immediately.

Full Bio

Magaly “Maggie” Dante, Ph.D., LMHC, has been at the helm of MHP Salud since 2022, transforming community health in rural and underserved communities through nationally recognized workforce development programs, training and apprenticeship programs, and direct community initiatives. She’s a national expert in organizational culture building and psychological safety, workforce stability, leadership development, and Community Health Worker programming and implementation.

With nearly three decades of leadership experience in health care, mental health and child welfare, Dr. Dante has a track record of elevating quality, maintaining fiscal integrity, and engaging the community in services that lead to improved safety, health and well-being. She is a sought-after speaker, trainer and consultant, a certified family life educator, licensed mental health counselor, and a Florida-licensed qualified supervisor.

Dr. Dante is an active member in several national organizations, including the National Association of Community Health Centers, the National Association of Community Health Workers, the American Public Health Association, the American Society for Public Administration, and National Training and Technical Assistance Partners. She is also on the Policy Committee for the Florida Community Health Worker Association, an active member of the Florida Rural Health Association, and an active contributor to the American Public Health Association CHW Section. She also has been recognized by the Orlando Business Journal with the coveted “Women Who Mean Business” award. Dr. Dante holds a Doctor of Public Policy and Administration from Walden University and a Master of Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University.

Expertise

Leadership
Workforce Development
Building from Within
The Community Health Worker Model
The Impact/ROI of Community Health Workers
Addressing Community Challenges to Improve Health Outcomes