Governing Board
Empowering Health Leadership
visionary leadership
Steering the Course of Healthcare Excellence In Our Region
At the heart of our organization lies a dedicated team of professionals and experts committed to improving the health and well-being of our community. SEMHA’s Governing Board is made up of healthcare professionals, administrators, and community advocates committed to fostering a healthier and more resilient community.
Our Board members bring a wealth of expertise and work in tandem to chart a strategic direction for SEMHA. By working collaboratively, they identify key areas of focus and develop innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of our community. At SEMHA, we are proud to have such a committed and dedicated Governing Board.


Kate Kohn-Parrott, MAS, MBA, CIA, CMA Chairwoman
Principal, Novi-based KKP Consulting, LLC.

Daryl Hurley, MBA Treasurer
Chief Financial Officer, Focus: HOPE

Karen Wood, BS Secretary
Chief Executive Officer, MyCare Health Center & Registered Dietitian

Ali Abazeed, MPH, MPP Director
Founding Director of Public Health, Chief Public Health Officer, City of Dearborn; Faculty, Wayne State University

Andrew Cox, MPH Director
Director/Health Officer, Macomb County Health Department

Erika Monaé Lewis, MS-HROD Director
Founder & CEO, The Erika Monaé Group

Jessica Steinhart, MPH Director
Director of Population Health, Henry Ford Health City Commissioner, City of Huntington Woods

Lois Elizabeth Bingham, Esq. Director
General Counsel, Soulivity
