Nicola Mendelsohn, an accomplished advertising industry executive who leads Facebook in Europe. Lynn O’Connor Vos, a pediatric-nurse-turned-communications guru. Michael Milken, a financier with a penchant for philanthropy. What do they have in common? They’re leading progress towards curing very specific diseases: follicular lymphoma, muscular dystrophy, and prostate cancer.
What It Takes to Lead a Disease Research Foundation
Three strategies to stay laser focused on the path to a cure.
August 18, 2020
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Summary.
Leading foundations that are seeking breakthroughs in curing diseases requires a specific approach. Often, such organizations are founded and led by patients with their disease or their loved ones. But while passion and urgency are important, they are not enough. They must articulate and live the strategy. And they must stay current with the science.
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