Kyle Vance is a Research Specialist for the University of Missouri – Saint Louis, Missouri Institute of Mental Health, Addiction Science Team. His interests lie in understanding the impact that resource distribution (naloxone, fentanyl test strips) and education have on communities throughout Missouri. As the Data Management Lead for the team, Kyle coordinates the flow of requests, continually improves processes, and keeps up with changing needs of the vast array of the communities that they serve. Additionally, Kyle contributes to the knowledge base surrounding Substance Use & Addiction through his work in manuscript development. Before this work, Kyle served as an Integrated Health Coach at Places for People, serving the communities of St. Louis. His work with people who use drugs (PWUD) in this role inspired his shift to focus on addiction.