Mayor Deb Whitfield, City of Lawrence

On today’s episode, Aim COO Jennifer Simmons sits down with Mayor Deb Whitfield. Mayor Whitfield worked her entire career for Community Health Network, first as a respiratory therapist and then as the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. She has a record of expanding services and care to diverse populations across Marion County. Mayor Whitfield’s priorities include bringing more growth and economic opportunities to Lawrence, working with public safety officials to keep the city safe, and making spending more equitable so that the city can effectively serve all of Lawrence—no matter your neighborhood or income.