My Bio
Speaker, Consultant, and Cross-Cultural Communication Educator, Dr. Jeremy Holloway is a former Geriatric Professor and Director of Geriatric Education at the University of North Dakota and a current Professor specializing in Health Equity, Social Connection, and Resiliency at New Mexico Highlands University. With expertise in Social Determinants of Health, cross-cultural communication, human connection, and workforce resiliency, Dr. Holloway has empowered organizations to improve outcomes across healthcare and community settings. His tailored strategies have been shown to enhance team effectiveness, reduce burnout rates by as much as 25%, and strengthen patient-provider communication by over 30%. Dr. Holloway’s work bridges the gap between education, healthcare, and underserved populations, ensuring measurable improvements in equity and well-being.
His curriculum is designed to combat the social isolation and loneliness experienced by older adults, addressing a critical Social Determinants of Health challenge. Dr. Jeremy Holloway is a curriculum specialist and leader with 20 years of professional and global experience in advancing health equity and social connection. He founded Tellegacy, an intergenerational and interdisciplinary program that connects university students with older adults, creating meaningful relationships and measurable reductions in loneliness, and give older adult legacy books that reinforce the fact that their stories matter! Through Tellegacy, Dr. Holloway has partnered with hospitals, older adult communities, and universities across the United States to improve social outcomes and community well-being.
Dr. Holloway is passionate about creating action plans and curricula that promote health equity and inclusion, particularly for underserved and marginalized populations. His initiatives have driven measurable improvements in social connection, decreased isolation among older adults by over 40%, and strengthened intergenerational understanding.
Through strategic collaborations with stakeholders, Dr. Holloway has led initiatives that resulted in significant retention improvements for minority student populations, with a notable 32% increase among African American and Hispanic students. Recognized as a thought leader, Dr. Holloway’s achievements earned him the prestigious Top 20 Leaders Under 40 award.
Dr. Holloway leverages evidence-based approaches and data-driven assessments to establish a culture of equity and inclusion in academic and healthcare settings. A passionate advocate for resilience and connection, he enjoys running, playing guitar, and resides in Fargo, North Dakota, with his wife, Kayla, and their four children.
Testimonials
“I had expected a discussion on becoming more aware of the social care in others. Instead, your model comes from a point where it includes and binds us together as human beings and I have believed for a long time that we forget this in today’s society.”
“Dr. Holloway was very informative”
“Dr. Holloway did a tremendous job presenting to our faculty, and we have invited him back to help facilitate a Social Care-focused activity!”
Your insights and experience were invaluable and provided a much-needed perspective on this important topic. Your expertise and experience in the field are evident, and your ability to connect with the audience was truly inspiring. Your examples and anecdotes helped to make complex concepts more relatable and understandable. Your presentation leaves an impact on our whole state and will benefit the communities we serve for many years to come!
“Dr. Holloway did a fantastic job in his presentation on generational programs and topics for older adults. It covered several of the 4Ms and the competencies that providers should be aware of in working with caregivers.”
“It was a new perspective in looking at social care and I really liked it. [It] forces you to really look at yourself and your identities and puts it back on you to make the changes personally so you can help make external changes.”
“We loved the presentation! Dr. Holloway is so fun to listen to and the passion that he has is palpable. We are very excited to have him again!”
“We truly appreciate Dr. Holloway joining and presenting for Nebraska GWEP’s Geriatrics Case Conference ECHO!! Attendees were truly appreciative for his presentation and engaging attendees to identify opportunities to reduce loneliness and social isolation for patients. Thank you!.”
“You are fresh air! Thought provoking vs. instructional. I hope to have access to the power point you used today, and hope that you may have a book published! Now I am going to see if I can find your art work online.”
“Well received. Loved the way you presented this in a politically neutral fashion .”