Lenworth Kiese Jr. (he/him) is the Vice President of Communications and Community Relations at 26Health.  In this role, he leads strategic communications, media relations, and branding initiatives that amplify the organization’s mission of providing accessible and inclusive healthcare. 

A native of Baltimore, MD, Lenworth is a proud graduate of Towson University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Electronic Media & Film with a focus on television. He spent nearly two decades as a reporter and anchor in several news markets including Columbia, SC; San Francisco, CA; and Orlando, FL. His work earned him two Emmy awards and recognition as “Anchor of the Year” by the South Carolina Broadcasters Association.

After leaving television in 2022, Lenworth served as a Public Information Officer for the Orlando Police Department, where he specialized in crisis communications and public outreach.  In that role, he and his team were honored with the “Chief’s Special Award” for their response to a critical incident in the city.

He now brings that expertise to 26Health, working to strengthen the organization’s voice, visibility, and connection with the communities it serves.

Media inquiries can be sent to Lenworth at: lenworthk@26health.org