Michaëlla has been a steadfast advocate since the onset of her daughter’s diagnosis 7 years ago. The #WeAreNotWaiting Diabetes DIY movement gave her the courage to pursue altruistic endeavors in the T1D community. She has spent over 20 years developing strategies and tools for leaders and managers, and coaching them how to integrate people as a key component to achieving competitive advantages. She got involved with CommuniT1D because she believes that the same engineering principles and systematic approach that has brought her clients success, also apply in the health care ecosystem: outcomes will always improve when a person is placed front and centre. Michaëlla serves on the CommuniT1D steering committee and national research team.