Scott Taylor, Michele

Education: University of Pittsburgh; Kent State University; University of Akron

What Guides My Decision Making: Whether I am doing the right thing and if I can do it the right way

Favorite Quote: “Words are, in my not-so-humble opinion, our most inexhaustible source of magic, capable of both inflicting injury and remedying it.” — Albus Dumbledore

What Motivates Me: The people I am honored to work with, all of whom are trying to change the trajectory of thousands of lives through education

Most Important Leadership Quality: Competence coupled with strong communication skills

If I Could Have Any Other Job: I’d be a dancer on tour with various hip-hop groups.

My Very First Job and What I Learned From It: My very first job was at Wendy’s. There, I learned that people value being respected and treated with great customer service. It helped develop genuine relationships over time.

Hobby/Passion: Singing and roller skating