TULSA, Okla. — Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols has officially rounded out his administration with the appointment of two key figures to his staff, Dr. Jabraan Pasha as Senior Advisor of Community Health and Brentom Todd as Deputy Chief of Staff.
Additionally, Dana Walton, a crucial member of Nichols’ team, has been promoted to Chief of Staff.
The appointments add to a historic administration, with Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols becoming the first Black mayor in the city’s history. They also address promises to bring community health and development into the core focus of city government.
Dr. Jabraan Pasha: A leader in health equity
A Tulsa native and former medical director in Greenwood, Dr. Jabraan Pasha has long been recognized as a dedicated advocate for health equity and community-driven healthcare solutions. His role in the administration signals a historic shift in how Tulsa approaches public health policy, integrating medical expertise into the city’s core leadership.
Starting March 17, Pasha will work to strengthen cross-sector partnerships with healthcare providers, policymakers, and local organizations to combat systemic health disparities affecting marginalized communities.
“I want to thank Mayor Nichols for his belief in not only me but in health equity and how the City can be a major player in improving outcomes moving forward,” Pasha said in a statement. “Having the ability to address Tulsa’s most challenging health issues from the Mayor’s Office is a fundamental shift in how we address health outcomes in Tulsa.”
Pasha, an internal medicine physician and educator, previously served as assistant dean of student affairs and associate professor of medicine at the University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine. He focused on expanding diversity in medical education and dismantling systemic barriers in healthcare access.
In addition to his academic and clinical work, he led the Tulsa chapter of the American Heart Association and has delivered over 250 keynotes and training sessions nationally and internationally on health equity.
His most recent impact on Tulsa’s medical landscape includes overseeing the launch of Juno Medical in Greenwood, a state-of-the-art healthcare facility aimed at increasing Black and Brown communities’ access to quality, culturally competent care.
In 2023, Pasha was honored with the W. Lester Henry Award for Health Equity by the American College of Physicians, underscoring his decades-long commitment to fighting racial health disparities.
Brentom Todd: A visionary in civic leadership
Also joining Nichols’ administration on April 1 is Brentom Todd, a Tulsa native and experienced community advocate, who will serve as Deputy Chief of Staff.
Todd brings over a decade of leadership experience in civic engagement, entrepreneurship, and strategic development. Most recently, he worked at Atento Capital, where he played a key role in connecting local entrepreneurs with resources to build sustainable businesses. He also served in leadership roles at Transformation Church and remains deeply engaged in North Tulsa’s economic and neighborhood revitalization efforts.
“I want to thank Mayor Nichols for his trust in bringing me on, and I am excited to join the team that will be responsible for doing the everyday work to make Tulsa the best city in America,” Todd said.
His appointment is expected to drive new policies aimed at economic mobility and business development in historically underserved communities.
Dana Walton elevated to Tulsa Mayor Chief of Staff
Dana Walton, who initially joined Nichols’ team as Deputy Chief of Staff, has been promoted to Chief of Staff. Walton has been instrumental in guiding Nichols’ transition into office and executing key priorities for the administration.
“I’m honored to have been selected as the Chief of Staff, and I’m eager to continue the work we’ve started here at the City of Tulsa,” Walton said. “As we move the needle on key priorities and community needs, I’m reminded of the incredible team we have here at the City and in the Mayor’s Office.”
“These final additions to our team represent some of the very best minds in Tulsa, and I couldn’t be prouder of the important work they are going to be taking on to improve the lives of everyone in our city,” Nichols said.
For more information on the Tulsa Mayor’s Office, staff and upcoming policy initiatives, visit www.cityoftulsa.org/mayor.