Angelita Scott, Ph.D., is Director, Standard Development, Community Concept Lead, and WELL Equity Lead at the International WELL Building Institute. Dr. Scott previously served as an Assistant Professor of Interior Design, believing that the built environment should be equitable for everyone regardless of race, gender, age, or ability. Her research takes a preventative approach to the interior environment focusing on the intersection of residential design, housing, and well-being, and cultural well-being and workplace environments. She focuses on mental health (stress reduction) and occupant satisfaction through these perspectives.