Her Story
About Claudia
Claudia Habilhomme has spent over 20 years in healthcare and more than 15 years in community service. After being laid off from her position as Revenue Cycle manager at a hospital, she has dedicated herself full time to her role as Director of Community Service for a church, where she runs a soup kitchen that feeds 100 to 200 people each week and coordinates mobile showers for the homeless. Previously, she served as director of an ambulatory center performing outpatient procedures for 16 years, worked her way up from associate to management roles, and briefly taught before returning to healthcare leadership. She earned a bachelor's degree in science, a medical assistant certificate, and a master's degree in healthcare administration from the University of New Haven in 2011. She is currently pursuing a PhD in natural medicine at Loma Linda with an expected completion in August 2027. Habilhomme is a member of the NACP Black MBA Graduates Organization. She attributes her success to her hardworking nature, her experience as caretaker in a large family of 12 siblings, her faith, and her driven personality that refuses to accept no for an answer. Her values center on respect for others and herself, lessons reinforced through her career working with physicians and her upbringing.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Claudia
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to being hardworking and coming from a large family where I was the caretaker. My faith and church have centered me, helping me focus on helping others. I'm a driven person who doesn't take no for an answer.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice came from watching my mother, who worked hard, gave back, and was kind and patient. She worked for Carl Lagerfeld as a designer. This taught me to help others, which has guided my career in healthcare and community service. When facing a nursing school freeze, I pursued a master's in healthcare administration instead of waiting.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Stay focused, know your purpose and walk with a purpose. Work hard because it is rewarding. Don't give up no matter how hard it gets. Walk with authority because nobody's gonna give it to you. Do what you love, not just chase money, because that love will radiate and you will make money eventually.
04What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Respect for others and respect for yourself. My parents taught me this with 12 siblings. In my career working with doctors, I've learned to respect people for who they are.
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