Executive Leadership
Angela Clabon
Chief Executive Officer
Angela Clabon, the Chief Executive Officer of CareSTL Health has 40+ years of healthcare experience. Mrs. Clabon has always been very passionate about the North St. Louis Community. She started her journey in the health care movement as a Registration Clerk of People’s Health Center. From there, she moved up to the Director of Revenue for Grace Hill Health Center, the Chief Financial Officer for Hopewell Center and Myrtle Hilliard Davis Comprehensive Health Centers to the Chief Executive Officer of CareSTL Health.
A native of Saint Louis, Clabon obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Missouri. She obtained her Master’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance from Webster University and an Executive Master’s degree in Urban Planning from the University of Southern California.
A member of the Zeta Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc., Clabon “lives for the blue and will die for the gold!” She is passionate about being an advocate for healthcare equity and health justice. Clabon serves as a Board Member for Missouri Primary Care Association, Missouri Health Plus, St. Louis Integrated Health Network, St. Louis Regional Health Commission, Harris Stowe University Advisory Board, Top Ladies of Distinction-Cardinal Chapter and the Network Nine Advisory Board. Additionally, she is the Chairperson of several committees and an active member of several organizations including the NAACP, NABA and the Urban League.
Articles featuring Ms. Clabon:
A Conversation with CareSTL Health CEO Angela Clabon – STLMag.com
CareSTL Health Breaks Ground on New HQ – The St. Louis American
Still Working on the Vaccination and Antidote to Racism – The St. Louis American
Dr. Hari Nallapaneni
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Hari Nallapaneni hails from Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. He completed his medical degree at Guntur Medical College and earned an MBA from Andrews University in Michigan. After graduating, he spent 10 years working in the Caribbean. Subsequently, he moved to the United States, where he completed his Residency in Internal Medicine at Saint Louis University and his Cardiology Fellowship at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
Since completing his training, Dr. Nallapaneni has been dedicated to working in Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC). His passion for helping underserved communities was inspired by his mother, Mrs. Samrajyam Nallapaneni, who was a lifelong advocate for the socioeconomically disadvantaged, particularly those suffering from healthcare disparities. Following her sudden and unfortunate passing, Dr. Nallapaneni has embraced her aspirations and continues to strive for quality healthcare for the most underserved patient populations.
Dr. Nallapaneni sees patients once a week at 5471 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive
Carol Henley
Chief Dental Officer
A native of Kansas City, Kansas Dr. Carol Henley has been with CareSTL Health for more than 20 years. She holds degrees in Biology from Benedictine College and a Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Missouri Kansas City. She has practiced dentistry for 30-plus years and now serves as the Chief Dental Officer at CareSTL Health Centers.
Dr. Henley is a member of numerous dental affiliations including, the American Dental Association and the American Association of Women Dentists, to name a few. In her spare time, Dr. Henley enjoys giving back to her community and spending quality time with her two wonderful daughters: Cara and Carly.
Jesse Champagne
Chief Nursing Officer
Jesse Champagne is an accomplished healthcare leader and nurse
practitioner with extensive education and experience. He earned a Bachelor of
Science in Nursing from Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, Louisiana, and a
Master of Nursing from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New
Orleans. He also holds a Master of Business Administration from Western Governors
University.
Kaylee Huelsing
Chief Financial Officer
As Chief Financial Officer, Kaylee Huelsing brings extensive experience in nonprofit accounting and a passion for supporting the St. Louis community to CareSTL Health. Before serving as CFO, Kaylee worked at CareSTL Health as Director of Accounting.
Much of her nonprofit accounting. experience was gained in Denver, Colorado, where she worked as the Accounting Manager at Clayton Early Learning Center. Kaylee earned her Bachelor of Science degrees in Accounting and Business Administration from Fontbonne University In St. Louis, Missouri, where she served as Captain of the Women’s Golf Team. She also completed her Master of Business Administration at Fontbonne.
Kaylee volunteers with The Trevor Project as a Crisis Counselor and has also volunteered in fund development for other local and national nonprofit organizations In her free time, Kaylee continues to enjoy playing golf, in addition to hiking and traveling to new destinations!
Andrea Spates
Chief Operations Officer
Jaleisha Abram
Chief Human Resources Officer
With over a decade of experience in human resources, Jaleisha Abram is an accomplished leader known for her strategic vision and dedication to fostering a high-performance, patient-focused culture. As the Chief Human Resources Officer at CareSTL Health, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s mission and strategic plan, working closely with the CEO and senior leadership.
In her current role, Jaleisha oversees a wide range of responsibilities, including talent and leadership development, risk management, benefit administration, quality assurance, and the FTCA claims and credentialing processes. She is instrumental in developing and executing HR strategies that align with CareSTL Health’s core values, ensuring that the organization’s recruitment, employee orientation, career development, professional training, and retention programs are top-notch.
Jaleisha’s career at CareSTL Health began as the Human Resources Director, where she was responsible for developing and implementing HR policies and supporting staff training and professional development. Her extensive knowledge of HR regulations and her commitment to continuous improvement have made her a key asset to the organization.
Before joining CareSTL Health, Jaleisha served as a Human Resources Specialist at Nestlé Purina North America, where she gained valuable
experience in payroll processing, data analysis, recruitment, and benefits
administration. Her work there supported over 2,000 union factory employees and contributed to the company’s operational and strategic goals.
Jaleisha holds a Master’s in Human Resource Management from Lindenwood University and is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Business Administration at Capella University, where she currently serves as the SHRM Student Executive Council President. She is highly proficient in a variety of HRIS platforms and is dedicated to implementing data-driven solutions to enhance talent acquisition and organizational effectiveness. Her educational background, combined with her extensive professional experience, makes her a
formidable leader in the field of human resources.
Renee Jones
Chief Information Officer
Renee is a young, talented Chief Information Officer who has been recognized as a Healthcare Hero for her wealth of knowledge in the business. Her 15 years of healthcare experience allows her to quickly assess barriers, challenges and provide solutions. Renee previously worked as a User Support Analyst in the Physician Billing/Information Services at Washington University School of Medicine. Renee’s experience allows her the ability to foresee future obstacles and make early adjustments. It is not uncommon for department managers to consult with her for guidance and direction on specific issues.
Renee is a proud graduate of Saint Louis University with a bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management. She holds master degrees in Health Administration and Business Administration from Webster University. Renee is an active member of several organizations including Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc., Zeta Sigma Chapter where she is the Corresponding Secretary.
Pamela Meanes
General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer
General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer Pamela Meanes is an accomplished Attorney. Meanes was a partner in the law firm of Thompson Coburn where she represented clients in the areas of health care, personnel, land use, eminent domain and employment. She represented such clients as the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District, Saint Mary’s Hospital, McLeod U.S.A., Energizer Battery, Metro Transit, Monsanto, East St. Louis Children’s Mission, and St. Louis Women’s Healthcare.
Meanes is a former president of the National Bar Association (NBA), the nation’s oldest and largest organization of predominately African American attorneys and judges with more than 65,000 members. She is also past president of Mound City Bar Association. Her service to professional and civic organizations includes her current position as chair of the NAACP St. Louis County Branch’s Legal Redress committee and vice president of the Mound City Bar Foundation. She is a former co-chair of the ABA Section of Litigation’s Legal Service Project. Meanes has also served on the board of directors of MERS Goodwill, Greater East St. Louis Community Fund, Inc., and Legal Services of Eastern Missouri.
Jasmine Bratton
Chief Administrative Officer
As the Chief Administrative Officer of CareSTL Health, Mrs. Jasmine Bratton understands the needs of the community. Bratton was hired as an Administrative Assistant for the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Human Resource Officer. A successful admin, Bratton was promoted to Executive Administrator and then to Chief Administrative Officer.
As the Chief Administrative Officer, she is tasked with directing and providing administrative functions to the organization as needed by the President & Chief Executive Officer as well as the Board of Directors. She also coordinates all public relations activities for CareSTL Health and ensures that customer service is delivered in an effective and quality manner.
A native of East St. Louis, Illinois, Bratton has obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a minor in Criminal Justice from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She also studied at Western Governors University in the Management and Leadership program. In her spare time, she loves to read, watch movies, and spend time with her family.
Bratton’s career is distinguished by her expertise in administrative support, her commitment to excellence in service, and her ability to manage complex and high-stakes responsibilities across various sectors. Her dedication to her work and her proactive approach continue to contribute significantly to the success of CareSTL Health and the community it serves.
