CHICAGO, July 10,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of
the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF), the nation's
leading pulmonary fibrosis (PF) research, education and advocacy
organization, today announced the appointment of Scott Staszak to President and Chief Executive
Officer, effective immediately. Staszak was appointed in the role
of Interim CEO earlier this year.
"On behalf of the PFF Board, I am pleased that Scott has agreed
to serve as the PFF's next President and CEO," said David McNinch, Chairman of the PFF Board of
Directors. "From the development of the PFF's Care Center Network
to the expansion of PF support groups nationwide, Scott has been
integral to the growth and success of the Foundation since he
joined the organization 14 years ago. I have known and worked with
Scott for over a decade, and he has the experience, capabilities
and vision to lead the PFF well into the future."
"I am honored and grateful for the opportunity to assume the
role of President and CEO for the PFF," said Staszak. "We have a
tremendous responsibility to patients, their family members and
loved ones, and I look forward to collaborating with all members of
the community to provide better solutions for everyone impacted by
pulmonary fibrosis."
Staszak was previously the PFF's Chief Operating Officer and
directed the implementation of the strategic plan and managed
education, research, finance, development, human resources and IT
operations. He has been instrumental in launching the PFF Registry,
PFF Scholars, Clinical Trial Finder and numerous other
initiatives.
In addition to his professional experience with the Foundation,
Staszak has a personal connection to pulmonary fibrosis. His mother
suffered from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and succumbed to the
disease in 2015.
About the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
The mission of the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation is to
accelerate the development of new treatments and ultimately a cure
for pulmonary fibrosis. Until this goal is achieved, the PFF is
committed to advancing improved care of patients with PF and
providing unequaled support and education resources for patients,
caregivers, family members, and health care providers. The PFF has
a four-star rating from Charity Navigator and is an accredited
charity by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Wise Giving Alliance.
The Foundation has met all of the requirements of the National
Health Council Standards of Excellence Certification
Program® and has earned the Guidestar Platinum Seal of
Transparency. For more information,
visit pulmonaryfibrosis.org or call 844.TalkPFF
(844.825.5733).
Contact: Dorothy Coyle
773-332-6201
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