About Priya

Priya Rajkumar joined the METRO family in 2008. Before that, she began her career working in foster care in Brooklyn as a social worker. She graduated from Queens College of the City University of New York in 1998 with a Bachelor’s in Sociology. She relocated to the Tampa Bay area in 1999, where she took a case manager position with the Tampa AIDS Network.

When Priya came to METRO, she quickly ascended in the organization. Ultimately, she became the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Programs Officer. Throughout her years at METRO, she has contributed to all facets of the organization. Priya has continually developed and led new initiatives, implemented new programs and services, and has aided in grant writing. Additionally, she has provided technical assistance to other organizations around the country.

Overseeing the Health Center, Behavioral Health, all Programs and Services, Compliance, and general operations of the organization, Priya is credited for a significant portion of the grant and growth opportunities at METRO.

In her off time, Priya enjoys traveling, especially to enjoy eclectic food, and takes any opportunity to binge-watch a good series on Netflix.

Pronouns

She/Her/Hers