Barnstable County’s Katie O’Neill Named to de Beaumont Foundation’s 40 Under 40 in Public Health Class of 2025
Barnstable County proudly congratulates Dr. Katie O’Neill, Shared Services Program Manager in the Department of Health and Environment, on being named to the de Beaumont Foundation’s 40 Under 40 in Public Health Class of 2025.
The national 40 Under 40 program recognizes rising leaders across the United States who are advancing health equity, driving innovation, and building stronger, healthier communities. This year’s class includes 40 professionals from 22 states whose work demonstrates collaboration and creativity shaping the future of public health.
As Shared Services Program Manager, Katie O’Neill leads Barnstable County’s regional public health collaboration, bringing together local health departments across Cape Cod’s 15 towns to strengthen programs, share resources, and expand workforce development and training opportunities. Her work helps local boards of health enhance capacity and align efforts to better protect and promote community health.
“Being named a de Beaumont 40 Under 40 honoree is a tremendous honor. This work goes beyond shared services — it’s about building trust between towns, aligning local priorities, and creating a stronger, more connected foundation to protect community health. I am deeply grateful to my shared services staff for their hard work and commitment, which makes this progress possible. I am deeply committed to collaborating with our municipalities to ensure a healthier, more resilient Cape Cod for generations to come.,” said O’Neill. “This honor reflects the collective effort happening every day across Cape Cod’s towns to build stronger, healthier communities.”
Katie’s recognition highlights Barnstable County’s leadership in supporting shared public health services — a model that fosters cooperation among towns and ensures consistent, high-quality health protection across the region.
Honorees in the de Beaumont Foundation’s 40 Under 40 program participate in a year-long professional development experience that connects leaders nationwide and provides new opportunities to advance community health.
To learn more about the 40 Under 40 in Public Health Class of 2025, visit www.debeaumont.org/40Under40
