Michelle Hall, a clinical research manager with 25+ years in the clinical trials industry, is dedicated to empowering services to conduct impactful research. Her passion lies in providing resources that allow services to conduct research that can improve the lives of individuals seeking treatment for substance use dependencies. Workshop Description Fearlessly Embrace the Research Adventure is a workshop demystifying research and highlighting its significance in AOD services. We’ll clarify the differences between Quality Improvement (QI) and research while exploring the landscape of ethics and governance. This engaging session will provide practical strategies, insights, and resources for harnessing existing data to drive QI activities. By the end, you’ll have a clearer understanding of these concepts and feel empowered to start your research journey.