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Akoya Nelson, BS, MA
Program Coordinator, Online Community
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Akoya Nelson, BS, MA
Global Pediatric Medicine
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
262 Danny Thomas Place
Memphis, TN 38105-3678
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Education
BA - University of Memphis MA - University of Memphis
Short Biography
Akoya Nelson is a Program Coordinator with St. Jude Global Operations, where she coordinates the operation of digital platforms that support the St. Jude Global mission. She manages key web platforms including the St. Jude Global Alliance Online Community and global.stjude.org, ensuring seamless user experiences and strategic alignment with institutional goals. Akoya collaborates with over 30 global programs, optimizing content for accessibility, SEO, and engagement. With extensive experience in global web operations, online communities, and cross-functional collaboration, she drives impactful digital strategies, fosters strong partnerships, and leads projects that enhance visibility and connectivity across St. Jude Global.
Akoya worked as the Assistant to the Director of Recruiting at the University of Memphis for several years, gaining valuable experience in marketing strategies, website content, event promotion, and building vendor relationships. As a member of the football staff, Akoya played an intricate part in the recruiting and operations efforts. Those efforts produced an American Athletic Conference Championship and the first-ever Cotton Bowl appearance in 2019. She has experience leading multiple projects, including the Reading Challenge that connected elementary students to the University and the Football Student Ambassador program that created involvement opportunities for college students.
She has a passion for helping others, which is what led her to St. Jude. The experience she gained by working with diverse populations contributed to her interest in the Department of Global Pediatric Medicine. She is thrilled at the opportunity to join St. Jude.
Although Akoya is a native Tennessean, she is an adopted Memphian. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees at the University of Memphis. As an avid sports fan, she enjoys attending live sporting events, concerts and discovering new restaurants.