In our inaugural episode of Ahead of the Curve, University of Michigan School of Public Health Dean DuBois Bowman welcomes Tonya Allen, President and CEO of The Skillman Foundation. Allen delves into important leadership lessons she has taken throughout her career from mentors, like leading with grace, examines how to find opportunities in crisis, and discusses the importance of self-care for leaders in any organization. This interview was originally recorded on November 13, 2020, as part of the Ahead of the Curve speaker series.