First African American Chief of Staff at Novant Health had conversation with Sheriff Kimbrough…Dr. Jaleema Speaks, MD . Her daily responsibilities as Chief of Staff holds her accountable to being the liaison between clinical and administrative staff, forming rules and regulations and changing policies. In addition, she is a Medical Director of a Women’s Health location and provides her Ob/Gyn services to her patients. She states,” it’s not just about providing care but to have “knowledge” of the people you are serving and there should be equitable access to resources to help make healthier communities. ”…”There is a need for leaders, companies, businesses and government to come together for conversations to see change.”