Columbus Heart Ball

Leadership

A Message from Our CEO


for position only

Together we are changing the way the world thinks about health and life. We’re transforming attitudes and behaviors, so people everywhere can experience the best possible health–today and for the rest of their lives … from generation to generation. Through research, education and advocacy, we are making an extraordinary impact … changing and saving lives — reducing disease, disability and death. The work that we’re doing … that all of YOU are doing … is leading to real, lasting change.

While there is much work ahead, we are in this together — for the lives of those we love. Thank you again for your generous support and unwavering commitment to our mission. You are making an impact on your community, on our nation and on the world.

Warm regards,

Nancy Brown
Chief Executive Officer
American Heart Association

Leadership Team

  • Mark & Deb Thresher, Co-Chairs
    Executive Vice President, CFO, Nationwide Insurance
  • Chris Kaiser
    COO, Ohio State University Surgery, LLC
  • John McEwan
    Managing Partner, Deloitte & Touche, LLP
  • Mark Phelan
    Vice President Sales and Marketing, Progressive Medical
  • Daniel Gifford
    Chief Financial Officer, Progressive Medical 
  • Douglas Robinette
    CEO/Owner, Integros Coaching 
  • Eddie Harrell
    General Manager, Radio One
  • William Petrus
    Partner, McGladrey & Pullen 
  • Gina Ricks
    Vice President, Key Private Bank 
  • Drew McCartt
    Senior Vice President, Event Marketing Strategies
  • Tim Hill
    Administrator, American Health Network
  • Syed Rizvi
    Vice President, Nationwide Insurance