Dr. Rochester is a social scientist, educator, and communications practitioner with more than 20 years of experience advancing research, funding development, and evidence-based strategies that support health/wealth development and economic inclusion. She specializes in translating complex social and business issues into actionable research and grant initiatives that strengthen community-based programs. Dr. Rochester has served as a principal/co-investigator, evaluator, and reviewer for national, state, and local economic inclusion, public health, and rehabilitation initiatives including CDC youth risk behavior, NIH health innovation, RSA model demonstration research, and NIDLRR grant initiatives. She is particularly passionate about addressing the intersections of financial stability, mental health, and housing insecurity in underserved communities. Dr. Rochester holds degrees in Computer Information Science and Communications and earned her PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from Florida Atlantic University. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys travel, lifelong learning, and hosting holistic health/wealth programs for women and families.