Dr. Larry Warner is a public health strategist and executive leader who bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world implementation. Dr. Warner is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Health Services, Policy and Practice in the Center for Health Promotion and Health Equity at the Brown University School of Public Health, where he brings a robust practice-based perspective to the study of health disparities, structural inequity, and social determinants of health. Concurrently, he is the Founder and Managing Principal of Warner ILS (Impact, Leadership, Strategy), a consultancy launched in 2026 that provides precision guidance to organizations navigating complex public health and policy landscapes.
Dr. Warner’s work is defined by a commitment to operationalizing health equity. His expertise lies in translating public health data into actionable strategies for policymakers, philanthropy, and community organizations. His scholarly contributions focus on the practical application of public health frameworks to dismantle structural barriers to opportunity. He is a frequent speaker and presenter at national, regional, and local forums, addressing topics such as health equity, the social determinants of health, and the role of anchor institutions in community wellbeing.
Prior to establishing his consultancy, Dr. Warner served as the Chief Impact and Equity Officer at United Way of Rhode Island, where he led transformative initiatives to advance racial equity through community investments and direct services. His career spans significant leadership roles in the non-profit and public sectors, informing his approach to organizational and systems change, and strategy alignment. He currently serves as President of the Rhode Island Public Health Association and Chair of the Governor’s Council on Behavioral Health.
Dr. Warner earned a DrPH from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health with a concentration in Health Equity and Social Justice. He also holds a Master of Public Health and a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Society from Brown University.
