5 Years Later: How One Act Made Former Leidos Exec Gerry Fasano Part of a Life-Saving Chain
It was late summer 2019, and Gerry Fasano couldn’t believe his eyes. Slipping out after a black tie event, the Leidos president of defense climbed into his sedan and prepared to drive home. But a bumper sticker on the car in front of him caught his eye. It said, “Help, kidney needed . . .
Kidney Disease Survivor Zach Gifford Sets Sights on June 3 National Kidney Foundation Golf Tournament
Oct. 4, 2016, was the day Zach Gifford’s life changed forever. Before, he had been diagnosed with Immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgA), a type of kidney disease that often progresses slowly but is incurable. He spent a year and a half on dialysis. With a courage that defined their bond, Gifford’s father, Rod, decided to donate
WATCH: Maximus’ Bruce Caswell on March 16 Kidney Ball
Early detection can make a big difference in combating the devastating effects of kidney disease. In this video, Kidney Ball Chairman Bruce Caswell, who’s CEO of Maximus, speaks with WashingtonExec’s Rachel Kirkland about the Kidney Ball, which will be held March 16 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.
Save the Date: Kidney Ball on March 16
Mark your calendars for March 16, 2024, for the 42nd annual Kidney Ball. The ball will be held at The Anthem and is one of the nation’s largest galas raising funds for the National Kidney Foundation. NKF funds go toward advancing early detection of kidney disease, removing barriers to treatment, as well as research, education,
WATCH: Michele Anthony Gives Sneak Peak into Kidney Ball
WashingtonExec’s Rachel Kirkland speaks with National Kidney Foundation Executive Director Michele Anthony about the upcoming Kidney Ball livestream event March 25. Anthony discusses the retro theme, honorees and entertainment, and what to expect from this year’s event. Register at kidneyballdc.org.
Kidney Ball Chair Paul Smith Talks Awareness, Prevention and Corporate Citizenship
Paul Smith didn’t know the widespread impact and reach of chronic kidney disease until he was asked to chair this year’s annual Kidney Ball, conducted his own research, and until the disease hit so close to home. Smith is senior vice president and general manager of public sector at Red Hat, and is serving as
Kidney Ball Promises All-Star Performances
Manish Agarwal is on a mission — a mission to ensure others avoid a life-threatening reality he faced five years ago. Agarwal, chairman of the board for the National Kidney Foundation’s National Capital Area and a member of the national board, calls kidney issues “an urgent public health challenge.” He is among the reported 30
Kidney Ball Chair Reaches Out
Jay Johnson knows firsthand just how important kidney research is. “My father was diagnosed with kidney cancer and had an operation to remove part of his affected kidney,” said the chairman of the D.C. area Kidney Ball. “The procedure was successful; he lived for another six-plus years and was able to see the birth of
National Kidney Foundation’s 36th Annual Masquerade Gala Raises $600,000
The National Kidney Foundation hosted its annual Kidney Ball on Nov. 19 at the Washington Hilton and raised $600,000 to fight kidney disease. The Masquerade Kidney Ball celebrated the community for its support and put the spotlight on the national health crisis, which impacts 73 million Americans and costs $87 billion in government health care spending. The
SAVE THE DATE: 35th Annual Masquerade Kidney Ball Set for Oct. 24, Mark Testoni Named Chairman
One in nine adults suffer from chronic kidney disease and one in three are at risk. It is the mission of the National Kidney Foundation to spread awareness and defeat every type of kidney disease. The Kidney Masquerade Ball is the National Kidney Foundation’s largest black-tie affair with all proceed supporting research, patient services, and
Video Interview: Manish Agarwal, President of Attain, on the Importance of the National Kidney Foundation
Attain President Manish Agarwal explains the importance of the National Kidney Foundation, both in his personal life and to society at large. Kidney disease can happen to anyone, he said, and encourages everyone to consider becoming a kidney donor. “We have so many people waiting for a kidney and passing away,” Agarwal said. “NKF is
National Kidney Foundation Hosts 34th Annual Kidney Ball, Raises $700,000
More than 700 people attended the National Kidney Foundation‘s 34th Masquerade Kidney Ball at the Omni Shoreham Hotel on Saturday, Nov. 15, raising more than $700,000. The NKF honored are variety of individuals at the gala, including His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed
National Kidney Foundation’s Michele Anthony and Wizards Alumni Association Executive Director Bob Dandridge on the 34th Annual Kidney Ball
The National Kidney Foundation will host its 34th Annual Kidney Ball at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, November 15, 2014. The funds raised at this popular black-tie event will support research, patient services, public and professional education, and organ donation awareness for those living with kidney disease and their loved ones. WashingtonExec
Kidney Ball Chair and ICF International President John Wasson Gives us a Sneak Peek of This Year’s Gala
The National Kidney Foundation will host its 34th Annual Kidney Ball at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, November 15, 2014. The funds raised at this popular black-tie event will support research, patient services, public and professional education, and organ donation awareness for those living with kidney disease and their loved ones. WashingtonExec
SAVE THE DATE: National Kidney Foundation to Host The Masquerade Kidney Ball, Nov. 15, 2014
The National Kidney Foundation will host the 34th Annual Kidney Ball at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, November 15, 2014. The D.C. area has the highest prevalence of kidney disease in the U.S. with more than 700,000 affected, nearly 6,000 on dialysis, and more than 1,500 waiting for a life-saving kidney
WashExec RollCall: Your Inside Look at Our Network’s Professional Activity
WashExec Executive RollCall: JD Kathuria pulls from the broader WashingtonExec network to dish out the area’s who’s who and what’s what. When it comes to striking deals, who you know trumps what you know in the government contracting community. And with three years of WashingtonExec’s outcome and result-oriented networking programs and events behind us, I’ve decided to expand our networking
SAVE THE DATE: National Kidney Foundation to Host 33rd Annual Kidney Ball on Nov. 16th
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) will host its 33rd Annual Kidney Ball, Saturday, November 16, 2013 at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. Chair for this year’s event will be General Al Edmonds from Logistics Applications. The Kidney Ball is the largest black-tie fundraiser for the National Kidney Foundation. The D.C. area has the
Q&A with NKF’s Casino Night Media Sponsors, Jummy Olabanji & Scott Jackson, on Kidney Disease & Getting Involved
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is kicking off 2013 with several different events like a Kidney Walk, Golf Tournament, and more upcoming, a Casino Night on March 2nd at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, D.C. ABC7’s “Good Morning Washington” reporter Jummy Olabanji and ESPN 980 talk show host Scott Jackon and who both have
SAVE THE DATE: National Kidney Foundation Casino Night – March 3rd
SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, March 3rd, 2012 is the 23rd Annual National Kidney Foundation (NKF) Casino Night. This years theme is “Old Hollywood” with Honorary Guests Lorenzo Alexander, Washington Redskin, and his wife, Manjanique Alexander. The black-tie optional event will be held at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C. Find ticket information as
31st Annual Kidney Ball Raises Over $1 Million
Saturday November 19th, 2011 the 31st Annual Kidney Ball, held at the Washington Hilton, raised over $1 million dollars to fight kidney disease. This year’s event included a four-course dinner, performance by rock-and-roll music group KC and the Sunshine Band, as well as both silent and live auctions. Washington D.C. has the highest incidence of
Top 11 Branding Pros In GovCon
When you think of personal branding, you may think of celebrities. But the government contracting sector has its own stars, who know exactly how to use their personal brand to the fullest. In my opinion, here are among the top 11 C-level executives who not only shine as leaders, but also hold their own when
Meet Anne Altman
Anne Altman is the General Manager of IBM’s Global Public Sector. She is responsible for the strategy, direction and development of solutions for public sector clients worldwide spanning federal, state and local government, education, health care, life sciences and pharmaceutical industries. Altman’s personal brand comprises of passion and dedication. Although there has been much change since
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