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Speaker Bio

Magdala Chery, DO, MBS, MPH is a people leader and Change Practitioner reimagining systems, products, and organizational leadership to advance equity-based care in health and tech settings. As a Product Inclusion & Equity Program Manager at Google, Dr. Chery guides and influences cross-functional teams and partners in building solutions rooted in equity and responsible innovation. 

This role builds upon a 10-year track record of leadership, teaching, and in-field work in clinical care, health policy, and health equity spaces. Her professional journey, as well as her personal experiences navigating healthcare systems, have defined Dr. Chery’s commitment to improving care paradigms inside and beyond clinical environments. 

Dr. Chery’s approach to creating change is people-first, centering on three key strategies: fostering meaningful dialogue, seeking truth with courage, and taking strategic action. She leverages these pillars to guide people towards practices that result in meaningful transformations within themselves and for those around them. She operates dynamically as a speaker, consultant, and coach to meet people where they are, providing tailored methodologies that encourage and equip people to be changemakers within the systems they navigate. This unique framework has shaped her effectiveness as a leader with a demonstrated ability to champion radically inclusive care in diverse settings and build capacity within others to do the same.

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Approach

  • Dr. Chery’s approach is deeply informed by her personal journey, including caregiving for a chronically ill parent, navigating grief, managing career pivots and transitions, and overcoming setbacks. These experiences allow her to empathize with diverse challenges, and foster authenticity and connection in her work. She integrates these lessons into her speaking, coaching, and consulting to inspire and equip others to navigate their own journeys with resilience, purpose, and centering joy. 

  • Emotional intelligence is a core pillar of Dr. Chery’s approach to leadership and service delivery. She believes that meaningful transformation starts with self-awareness, empathy, and intentional communication. By fostering these qualities in individuals and organizations, she helps cultivate leaders who can build inclusive systems, navigate complex challenges, and drive sustainable change.

  • Dr. Chery prioritizes partnerships that resonate with her expertise, values, and mission. She believes that successful collaborations are founded on mutual understanding, shared objectives, and trust. By taking the time to evaluate alignment, she ensures that each engagement is meaningful, impactful, and beneficial for all involved.

Pricing

  • Dr. Chery operates with flat rates for common engagement types, such as speaking engagements, consulting sessions, and coaching packages. These rates are transparent and provide a clear starting point for collaboration.

  • Yes, pricing may vary for highly customized engagements or projects requiring additional time, resources, or preparation. Dr. Chery works closely with clients to ensure the pricing reflects the scope and complexity of their unique needs.

  • Travel expenses for in-person engagements are not included in the flat rates. To ensure transparency, these costs will be outlined and agreed upon during the contracting process.

  • To receive a detailed quote, please share the specifics of your request via the contact form on her website. Dr. Chery will work with you to tailor the engagement and provide clear pricing details.

  • Absolutely. Dr. Chery offers flexible packages that combine speaking, consulting, and coaching to meet the unique needs of your event or project. Pricing will reflect the combined scope of work.

  • Cancellation and rescheduling policies are outlined in the engagement agreement. Typically, cancellations made within a specific timeframe may forfeit the deposit or incur additional fees to account for preparation and scheduling changes.