Dr. Kanika Tomalin
President & CEO, Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg
Industry: 501(c)(3) HQ: St. Petersburg
How This Boss Makes an Impact for Children in Florida
The Foundation for a Healthy St. Pete has a strong commitment to fostering a supportive and family-friendly work environment. Recognizing the diverse needs of its employees, the foundation has implemented flexible work hours that allow team members to manage their professional responsibilities alongside their personal and family obligations, contributing to a healthy work-life balance.
In addition to flexible scheduling, the foundation offers a comprehensive package of paid leave policies designed to accommodate a wide range of life events and needs. This includes generous paid time off (PTO) for vacations and personal needs; holiday leave to celebrate significant dates; sick leave for health-related absences; bereavement leave to mourn the loss of loved ones; and leave for domestic violence situations, providing support and safety during difficult times. The foundation also acknowledges the importance of family through its family and parental leave policies, which support employees during major family milestones such as the birth or adoption of a child.
Health and well-being are also prioritized through the provision of eight different health plans, allowing employees to choose the option that best fits their and their family's needs. Dental and vision insurance are available, further emphasizing the foundation's dedication to comprehensive healthcare benefits. Additionally, the foundation supports its employees' future financial security by offering a 401(k) plan with a match, encouraging and aiding in retirement savings.
Ultimately, under the leadership of Dr. Tomalin, the Foundation for a Healthy St. Pete's family-friendly policies are a testament to its commitment to the well-being and support of its employees and their families, fostering a nurturing and inclusive workplace culture.
Bio
Dr. Kanika Tomalin is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg, a private foundation dedicated to achieving health equity through racial equity. In this role, she leads, directs, and integrates all aspects of the Foundation’s work. Working closely with the Foundation team, Dr. Tomalin creates and executes the Foundation’s strategic plan, overseeing grantmaking, strategic initiatives, and the Center for Health Equity. She guides the organization as a steward of the Foundation’s resources, consistently reporting back to the community and ensuring decisions and plans of action are mission-aligned and based in equity.
Prior to joining the Foundation, Dr. Tomalin served as Deputy Mayor and City Administrator of the City of St. Petersburg, Chief Operating Officer and Vice President for Strategy at Eckerd College, Regional Vice President of External Affairs at Bayfront Health Network, and Director of Strategy for Health Management Associations.
Dr. Tomalin currently serves on the boards of The Dali Museum, Academy Prep St. Petersburg, Bayfront Health Foundation, and Celma Mastry Ovarian Cancer Foundation, as well as the Eckerd College National Advisory Council. She has received numerous honors and appointments, including being named: the ACLU’s Gardner Beckett Civil Liberties honoree; St. Petersburg Chamber’s Businesswoman of the Year, inaugural “Iconic Woman to Watch” and Young Business Leader of the Year; YWCA of Tampa Bay’s Woman of Distinction; one of Florida Business Observer’s 40 Under 40; and one of Florida’s Most Powerful and Influential Women.
Dr. Tomalin was married for 17 years to well-known adventure journalist Terry Tomalin, until his passing in 2016. She is the fifth generation of her family to call St. Petersburg home and enjoys life here with her children Kai and Nia.