Airica Steed
The MetroHealth System
Education: Doctoral degree in ethical leadership, with distinction; master’s degree in business administration; bachelor’s degree in nursing
What Guides My Decision-Making: The values of integrity, accountability and respect
Favorite Quote: “If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring in a folding chair.”
If I Could Have Any Other Job: President of the United States
The Advice I’d Give Someone New: Embrace the power of being comfortable being uncomfortable and facing adversity head on — it will become your biggest superpower.
My Biography Would Be Called: Adversity Is Your Superpower
Hobby/Passion: Eradicating health inequities
If I Could Relive One Moment: To hear my mother’s voice, see her smile and feel her touch
Who’d Play Me in a Biopic: Sanaa Lathan