Rebecca Kaufman (she/her)
40 Under 40 Class of 2025
Rolesville, North CarolinaDirector of Public Health
Wake County
I feel like I belong in local public health, where we have boots on the ground and we can get the work done directly with our community.
Three words to describe me:
level-headed, driven, passionate
The best part of my job:
The best part of my job is that public health is everywhere; I see it in action all around. The work we do improves lives and keeps people safe every day.
Something that would surprise others about me:
I have known I have wanted to work in Public Health since I was twelve years old when I took my first middle school health class and fell in love. I have now worked in three local health departments, all varying sizes but all with a passionate team who will work endlessly to better their community.