Sisters Who Lead | As women of color who have occupied senior leadership positions within a West Michigan landscape, we are living testaments to the implicit and explicit ‘people, power, politics’ struggles that impact women of color in Kent and Ottawa Counties. We are not alone. Daily, women of color serve on the front lines of public, private, and nonprofit sector organizations despite systemic barriers, ceilings, and walls that challenge their ability to thrive. Our lived experiences make us passionate.