PHILADELPHIA, PA – Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), a leading nonprofit dedicated to finding cures for childhood cancer, has announced the addition of three respected business leaders to its Board of Directors. Joining the Board are Ed Bowen, PhD, Managing Director at Deloitte’s AI Center of Excellence; Rich Tremonte, President of US Pharmaceuticals & Animal Health at Cencora; and Kristen M. Waterfield, Founder and President of The Malvern School.
These accomplished individuals bring a wealth of expertise and share a commitment to furthering ALSF’s mission to eradicate childhood cancer. Liz Scott, Co-Executive Director of ALSF and Alex’s mother, expressed optimism about what their contributions could mean for the organization. “We are thrilled to welcome these outstanding business leaders to our Board of Directors,” she said. “With their expertise and passion for our mission, together we look forward to making huge strides toward our daughter’s vision of helping find cures for all kids with cancer.”
Leadership with Impact
Ed Bowen, PhD, comes with 30 years of experience at the intersection of data science, technology, and life sciences. He currently leads Deloitte’s AI Center of Excellence and has a personal connection to ALSF’s mission. Bowen’s daughter, Katie, battled medulloblastoma at age 9 and is now a 26-year-old elementary school teacher thanks to advancements in treatment.
“My daughter’s treatment options were available because of the research and philanthropy of others 20 years before she was diagnosed,” said Bowen. “We owe it to that community to ‘pay it forward’ and enable the next set of cures. Too many children today don’t have good options, and we need to bring together scientists, clinicians, medicine developers, and regulators to accelerate the development of the next set of cures. ALSF is doing tremendous work in pediatric oncology, and I am passionate about helping the Foundation accelerate cures for all children with cancer.”
Rich Tremonte is a seasoned leader in the pharmaceutical industry, spearheading Cencora’s supply chain and commercial sales operations. His extensive experience with pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare providers underscores his alignment with ALSF’s efforts to bring lifesaving medications to those who need them most.
“At Cencora, we believe our purpose is to create healthier futures for all,” said Tremonte. “It’s a purpose I am passionate about and one that aligns with the ALSF mission. I am honored to be part of this distinguished Board and look forward to engaging the Cencora team to help accelerate the Foundation’s goal of ending childhood cancer once and for all.”
Kristen M. Waterfield, an innovator in early childhood education and philanthropy, has been a steadfast supporter of ALSF. Through The Malvern School, which she founded in 1998, Waterfield has raised more than $1.3 million for the organization over 15 years, involving children, families, and staff in the effort.
“Alex showed the world that you’re never too young to make a difference, and it has been phenomenal to see ALSF’s impact continue to grow over the years thanks to support from people of all ages,” said Waterfield. “I’m honored to join the Board of this very special organization. I’ve always believed in putting the children first and look forward to furthering the amazing work ALSF does to support so many brave kids and families.”
Pushing Forward ALSF’s Mission
The addition of these three leaders strengthens ALSF’s capacity to advance cutting-edge research and provide vital support to families facing childhood cancer. Their unique perspectives, shaped by years of professional success and personal investment in healthcare and education, are set to drive meaningful progress toward fulfilling Alex Scott’s dream of curing all kids with cancer.
ALSF continues to be a beacon of hope for families worldwide, and with its newly expanded Board of Directors, the organization is better equipped than ever to achieve its ambitious goals.
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