Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center – Jefferson Health Joins Legacy of Hope for PHL24

Legacy of Hope is thrilled to announce that the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center – Jefferson Health will be the presenting sponsor for Legacy of Hope’s PHL24, beginning on September 20, 2019. With their national-level, locally focused care, the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center has long been a crucial resource for Legacy of Hope.

“The Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center is proud to be the presenting sponsor of Legacy of Hope’s PHL24,” said Wm. Kevin Kelly, DO, Director, Division of Solid Tumor Oncology and Associate Director, Clinical Research at the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center – Jefferson Health and chair of the Legacy of Hope Scientific Review Board. “We are united with Legacy of Hope in our goals to fight cancer through innovative scientific research and to support Philadelphians being treated for cancer who are experiencing financial hardships.”

The Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center is one of 70 NCI-designated cancer centers in the United States, providing patients with the newest advances in treatment. Having one of the best hospitals in the country for cancer care right in the heart of Philadelphia allows families to seek treatment locally, easing some of the burden on their already strained resources. Legacy of Hope continues to focus on creating a supportive environment for the patient and their family outside of their medical care, providing financial assistance when necessary to ensure those affected can pay their bills, remain in their homes, and provide for their families while focusing on their health.

“The relationship between Legacy of Hope and Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center has become a pillar of hope for many of Philadelphia’s most financially distressed cancer patients,” says Mike Rowe, Founder and President of Legacy of Hope, “We are continuously working to expand our network to ensure the most comprehensive support for patients and their families. The involvement of the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center in PHL24 will enhance that network immeasurably.”

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Bryan Lathrop

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Kimberly S. Reed

An award winning international speaker, author, corporate trainer and diversity, equality and inclusion executive, nationally recognized thought leader, expert, strategist and advisor to some of the world’s most influential organizations in global professional services, health care, financial services, consumer products and pharmaceutical industries.

Kimberly is a seasoned leader in transforming organizations into high-performing enterprises and challenging leaders to live without limits, with more than 20 years of HR, talent acquisition, and diversity & inclusion experience; successfully turning around troubled diversity practices by designing, building, leading, and shaping high-performing cultures at global organizations with robust strategies, global employee development programs and enterprise-wide initiatives that have increased revenue growth and organizational brand eminence.

Michele Redrow

Michele is a Director on the Legacy of Hope board and also serves on the Executive Committee.

mary chicorelli

Professional:  Mary is a certified city planner for Philadelphia, a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association as well as the Philadelphia Bar Association, and the Pro Bono Honor Roll First Judicial District of Philadelphia.

Bio: Mary’s insight into the legal world is invaluable to Legacy of Hope, both in keeping our daily operations moving fluidly as well as making connections for our patients and their families when needed.

“Michael reached out to me about 2 years ago through mutual friends. We worked together to help a woman with stage 4 cancer get her electricity turned back on after it was shut off during the winter. I’ve been 100% supportive of Mike’s vision since then.”

joseph ruggieri, jr

Education: Bachelor’s of Science from West Chester University in Management and Finance

Bio: As a member of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.’s upper management team, Joseph brings a wealth of knowledge regarding finances, management, team-building and planning to the Legacy of Hope board. Joseph linked up with Michael, our President, and Wells Fargo began supporting Legacy of Hope annually.

“My father passed away from what started as Colon Cancer in 2015. Cancer is horrible and if there is something I can do to help others impacted I would want to be a part of it.”

David April

David is the founder of the Fishtown Beer Runners, an organization with chapters all over the world based here in Philadelphia.

dr. kevin kelly

Dr. Kevin Kelly leads Legacy of Hope’s Scientific Review Board to seek out and support the most promising cancer research in Philadelphia using a merit-based system.  He is Jefferson’s Director of Solid Tumor Oncology.

greg garber

Greg Garber is the director of Oncology Support Services at the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center.

Gina Mancuso

Gina’s experience as the very successful co-owner of CoreFitness, LLC coupled with her expertise in planning special events makes her the perfect Vice President for Legacy of Hope. With energy, passion, and drive that makes her seem superhuman, Gina’s connection to our mission is a personal one.

“Both my father and my dear childhood friend were diagnosed with cancer within 3 months of one another. They were surrounded and supported by friends and family throughout their battle and until their passing. No one should suffer through a diagnosis alone and, without Legacy of Hope, some people would do just that.”

Michael Rowe

Awards:

Volatile Media Management’s Mover, Shaker, Changemaker Award – February 2017

Miles Mack Community Services & Leadership Honorable Mention – 2016 TJUH Emergency Department Technician of the Year, Physicians Choice Award – 2015

TJUH Emergency Department Technician of the Year, Physicians Choice Award – 2014

Bio:

With his free time so limited, Michael manages to fuse his work with his other passion: running. Whether it is with the Fishtown Beer Runners, our own Team Relentless Hope, or his closest friends, Michael can often be spotted on the streets of Philadelphia keeping himself fit and active.