Today we’d like to introduce you to Latrice Snodgrass
Hi LaTrice, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
DR. LATRICE D. SNODGRASS ABOVE PLEASE — WE ARE EXCITED TO INTRODUCE : )
It is because of my own personal struggles that I am committed to aiding those fighting poverty and inequity. On April 26, 1992, at the age of 19, I gave birth to my son and spent the next three years raising him in subsidized housing while enrolled as a full-time college student with a part-time work-study job. Like many other young mothers without access to essential financial security, I received Medicaid for health coverage, a monthly welfare check, and food stamps. I can recall those days, as if they were yesterday, of being on Medicaid. I remember being treated like a second-class citizen, having medical clinicians and care team members talk at me and not to me, disregarding my concerns and comments, not answering my questions directly, or just blow ***BLOWING**** ME OFF AND NOT ANSWERING MY me off and not answering my questions at all. I was made to feel ashamed and discounted because I was “in the system. I was pegged as one of those lazy, uneducated, non-compliant patients when no one really bothered to listen because, in their minds, I was that able-bodied person who was taking advantage of their tax money.
I did not feel like an active participant in my own health and wellness journey. Although, at the time, I was unable to articulate that, as I did not understand what “that” was.
I eventually got married, began working full-time, and put school on hold. Fortunately—although many years later—due to the dawn of online learning, I was afforded the opportunity to return to school and still work full-time.
In 2005, I received my master’s degree in Health Care Management, followed by a doctorate in Health Care Administration in 2015. Entering the healthcare arena as a professional staff member, I vowed that I would aim to make a difference for struggling people with marginalized backgrounds like my own. CHANGE THE VERBIAGE TOO THIS: In 2005, I received my master’s degree in Health Care Management, followed by a doctorate in Health Care Administration in 2015. ONCE I BECAME A MEMBER OF THE LEADERSHIP TEAM, I COMMITTED TO MAKING A MEANINGFUL IMPACT, ESPECIALLY FOR INDIVIDUALS FROM MARGINALIZED BACKGROUNDS—PEOPLE WHOSE STRUGGLES I DEEPLY UNDERSTAND FROM MY OWN EXPERIENCES.
And here I am – laser-focused on ensuring that all people experience justice and equity – regardless of their socioeconomic status, gender, or race.*****HERE I AM, FULLY COMMITTED TO ADVANCING JUSTICE AND EQUITY FOR ALL, REGARDLESS OF SOCIOECONOMIC STATUS, GENDER, OR RACE. MY FOCUS REMAINS STEADFAST ON CREATING A WORLD WHERE EVERYONE HAS EQUAL ACCESS TO OPPORTUNITIES AND FAIR TREATMENT.*****
Over the last 20 years, I have witnessed how healthcare access, health outcomes, and health status of specific populations in the United States are affected by social determinants of health (SDoH), leading to significant disparities.*****IN HEALTH OUTCOMES.*****
I am focused on improving the SDoH that so frequently result in a lack of equitable care for marginalized populations.*****I AM DEDICATED TO DOING MY PART IN TRANSFORMING THE DELIVERY OF HEALTHCARE, SERVICES, RESOURCES, AND INFORMATION FROM TRANSACTIONAL TO TRANSFORMATIONAL. ****
Neither Equity House nor I are in the business of placing blame. Rather, we’re here to draw attention to and provide context for health inequities in order to foster thought- provoking dialogue about the issues contributing to inequities and promote an inclusive call to action TO CULTIVATE A PARDIGM SHIFT.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
The journey has been challenging, yet rewarding and transformative. Here are a few of the past and present challenges.
1. Navigating Poverty and Early Motherhood
2. Overcoming Bias in Leadership—Encountered resistance and systemic barriers as a Black woman in executive leadership and healthcare advocacy.
3. Accessing Culturally Competent Mental Health Care – Personally experienced difficulty finding a therapist who aligned with both cultural and faith-based needs,
4. Balancing Multiple Roles – Managing responsibilities across nonprofit leadership, consulting, academic pursuits, and personal commitments while striving for systemic change.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Equity House Consulting Firm is dedicated to advancing health equity, social justice, and systemic transformation. *****I NOTICE THAT SOME OF THIS IS FIRST PERSON AND SOME IS SECOND PERSON. ****Founded by Dr. LaTrice D. Snodgrass, a published author, speaker, transformation coach, certified grief recovery specialist, and IDI-qualified administrator, Equity House partners with organizations and individuals across healthcare, public health, nonprofits, education, and criminal justice to address systemic inequities and promote lasting change.
What We Do & Specialization
Equity House offers a range of services designed to support organizations and individuals committed to equitable practices:
• Equity Audits & Assessments – Conducting comprehensive equity audits to help organizations identify gaps, biases, and systemic barriers within their policies, programs, and services. Our approach provides data-driven insights and strategic recommendations for implementing sustainable change.
• Convening Community Conversations – Facilitating meaningful, action-oriented dialogues among stakeholders, community members, and organizations to address pressing social issues, health disparities, and systemic inequities. These conversations foster collaboration, shared learning, and community-driven solutions.
• Healthcare Equity Consulting – Helping organizations embed equity-focused strategies into their operations, improving access, outcomes, and cultural competence in patient care.
• Speaking & Workshops – Delivering customized keynotes and interactive workshops on topics such as health equity, emotional intelligence, and mental health first aid.*****AND MULTICULTURAL AWARENESS. ****
• Personal Coaching – Supporting individuals through the “Transform U” coaching program, guiding them through a seven-phase process to achieve personal and professional growth.
• Grief Recovery Method – Providing structured support and healing strategies for individuals experiencing grief and loss.
• Doc LaLa’s Personal Hygiene Closet – A community initiative providing hygiene products to Stark County Public School families living below the federal poverty threshold, ensuring dignity and well-being for students.
What Sets Us Apart?
Equity House is not just a consulting firm—it’s a movement for systemic transformation. Our approach is:
• Rooted in Lived Experience – Combining academic expertise with real-world understanding to ensure practical, actionable solutions.
• Action-Oriented – Moving beyond performative diversity efforts to drive real, measurable change.
• Community-Centered – Bridging organizational goals with community needs, ensuring inclusive and effective solutions.
Brand Pride & Identity
Equity House is proud of its ability to help organizations move from awareness to action. Through equity audits, community conversations, and strategic consulting, *****AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. ****we empower organizations to embed equity into their mission and create tangible impact. Our brand stands for authenticity, advocacy, and a relentless commitment to justice.
Dr. LaTrice D. Snodgrass: Author & Speaker
Dr. Snodgrass is the author of JUSTice for the Health of It, a book that examines health equity, systemic injustices, and solutions for addressing social determinants of health.
She also delivered a TEDx Talk titled “Fishing in a Polluted Pond,” where she challenges audiences to rethink systemic disparities and focus on upstream solutions rather than placing blame on individuals impacted by unjust systems.
What We Want Readers to Know
Equity House is a trusted partner in advancing health equity, justice, and community transformation. Through equity audits, consulting, coaching, training, and community initiatives, we equip organizations and individuals with the tools, strategies, and resources needed to drive real impact. If you’re ready to create equity-driven change in your organization or community, Equity House is here to help.
Can you talk to us about how you think about risk?
I see risk-taking as a crucial part of growth, impact, and change. In my work—whether through Equity House Consulting Firm, Beacon Charitable Pharmacy, my writing, *****TRAINING IN LIEU OF WRITING. ****or my speaking engagements—risk is often necessary. Addressing inequities, advocating for systemic change, and speaking truth to power means stepping into uncomfortable spaces, and I’ve never been afraid to do that.
Major Risks I’ve Taken
1. Publishing JUSTice for the Health of It – Some consider my book confrontational, and I take that as a compliment. The issues worth addressing are often the ones that make us uncomfortable. JUSTice for the Health of It challenges health disparities, systemic injustices, and inequities in healthcare, and I knew that not everyone would embrace those conversations. But real change doesn’t come from avoiding difficult truths—it comes from confronting them head-on.
2. Speaking Openly About My Mental Health – One of the most personal risks I’ve taken is sharing my struggles*****MY JOURNEY REPLACE STRUGGLES WITH JOURNEY. **** with depression and anxiety. Mental health is often stigmatized, especially in Black and Brown communities, where silence around these topics is common. I chose to be open about my experiences in hopes that it would help others navigate their own *****JOURNEY REPLACE STRUGGLES WITH JOURNEY. ****struggles and recognize that they are not alone. I want people to know that there’s strength in seeking support and that mental health is just as important as physical health.
3. Launching Equity House While Working Full-Time – I founded it while maintaining full-time employment. Balancing both was a significant risk in terms of time, energy, and investment, but I knew the work Equity House was doing was necessary. Helping organizations embed COMPASSION into their core values was too important to wait for the “perfect” time to start.
4. Expanding Beacon Charitable Pharmacy’s Reach — Becoming CEO of Beacon was a bold step. Leaving the hospital system to join a charitable pharmacy that is 98% grant-funded was a significant risk. Taking a substantial pay cut and leaving the security of guaranteed revenue was daunting, but it was worth it because expanding the nonprofit pharmacy model in historically overlooked communities is necessary. Equitable access to healthcare and pharmaceutical medications should be a right and not a privilege. This role requires taking financial and strategic risks—from securing funding to proving the impact of a charitable pharmacy in addressing health disparities. Navigating these challenges demands resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to advancing healthcare equity.
5. Delivering a TEDx Talk – My TEDx talk, Fishing in a Polluted Pond, took a risk by challenging the way society views systemic inequities. Instead of blaming individuals for their circumstances, I focused on how broken systems set people up for failure. That’s not always an easy message for people to hear, but it was necessary to spark real conversations and solutions.
How I Think About Risk
For me, risk isn’t about being reckless, it’s about having the courage to pursue what matters, even in the face of uncertainty. Every risk I’ve taken, whether in my advocacy, consulting, writing, SPEAKING or personal journey, has been rooted in my commitment to health equity, social justice, and community transformation.
The most rewarding moments in my life and career have come from taking risks that align with my values and purpose. Even when met with resistance or challenges, those risks have led to growth, impact, and meaningful change—and that makes them all worthwhile.
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Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.theEquityHouse.com
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