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Dr. Karen E. Knudsen, MBA PhD, is CEO of both the American Cancer Society (ACS, a 501c3)…
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I am honored to be included among The NonProfit Times Power & Influence Top 50. This recognition is a testament to the important work that we're…
I am honored to be included among The NonProfit Times Power & Influence Top 50. This recognition is a testament to the important work that we're…
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GOD’s preparation empowers us to accomplish the unimaginable. I will be a Distinguished Speaker at the Digital Marketing, Advertising & Technology…
GOD’s preparation empowers us to accomplish the unimaginable. I will be a Distinguished Speaker at the Digital Marketing, Advertising & Technology…
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A huge thank you and congratulations to Janette Marx who has been featured in the Houston Business Journal sharing her incredible cancer journey…
A huge thank you and congratulations to Janette Marx who has been featured in the Houston Business Journal sharing her incredible cancer journey…
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Education
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University of California, San Diego
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Activities and Societies: Powell Foundation Fellowship Award NCI Training Award
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Leadership Award
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Activities and Societies: Phi Sigma Sigma (Kappa Chapter) Omicron Delta Kappa, National Leadership Honor Society
Honors & Awards
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Forbes, 50 over 50 Women of Impact
Forbes
https://www.forbes.com/50over50/impact?profile=karen-knudsen
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Philadelphia Business Journal, Woman of Influence
Philadelphia Business Journal
Meet 2023 Women of Influence honoree Karen E. Knudsen, CEO of the American Cancer Society and American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network.
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Chao Distinguished Lectureship
University of California, Irvine
The Chao distinguished lectureship hosts an internationally renowned leader in cancer research
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PCF Achievements in Science Award
Prostate Cancer Foundation
Achievement in Prostate Cancer Oncology and Research
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Olof Pearson Lecture, Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic & Case Comprehensive Cancer Center
Distinguished lecture series
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University of Pittsburgh Cancer Center, Ronald B. Herberman Lectureship
University of Pittsburgh Cancer Center
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Healthcare Heroes Award
Teva Pharmaceuticals
This Community Hero Award highlights all heroes whose efforts, particularly in underserved communities, have profoundly impacted the health and well-being of others on a local or global scale. T
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SWIU/SBUR Award for Excellence in Urologic Research
SWIU/SBUR
Awarded for a distinguished track record of urological research.
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Sophie Yen Award for Distinguished Training in Translational Research
Thomas Jefferson University, Sidney Kimmel Medical College
Awarded for outstanding track record of mentoring in translational research
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Wesibach Visiting Professorship in Oncology, University of Michigan
University of Michigan Cancer Center
The Weisbach Lecture is delivered annually by an international leader in prostate cancer research and is dedicated to the memory of Jerry Weisbach who died of prostate cancer on May 24, 2002.
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Endocrine Society Laureate Award: Richard E. Weitzman Award
Endocrine Society
Presented to an exceptionally promising clinical or basic investigator who has not reached the age of 50 by December 31 of the year in which the award is presented.
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Palliative care is about living. Not about dying.
Palliative care is about living. Not about dying.
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Thank you to the National Alliance for Caregiving for focusing on cancer caregivers and working to improve their lives and those of their loved ones.…
Thank you to the National Alliance for Caregiving for focusing on cancer caregivers and working to improve their lives and those of their loved ones.…
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In 2023 Journal of National Cancer Institute (NCI), American Cancer Society researchers found that delayed care due to lack of transportation and…
In 2023 Journal of National Cancer Institute (NCI), American Cancer Society researchers found that delayed care due to lack of transportation and…
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Cambridge biotech, CellCentric, has worked another magic spell with its latest high profile raise. The Chesterford Research Park based business has…
Cambridge biotech, CellCentric, has worked another magic spell with its latest high profile raise. The Chesterford Research Park based business has…
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Women in #STEM, take heed! Study of women CEOs-- although still the vast minority-- found the following: "Early in their careers, nearly 60% of the…
Women in #STEM, take heed! Study of women CEOs-- although still the vast minority-- found the following: "Early in their careers, nearly 60% of the…
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Congratulations, Cid! You are a visionary and I am so glad to call you friend.
Congratulations, Cid! You are a visionary and I am so glad to call you friend.
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Today (Sunday, July 14, 2024) marks my 10 Year Anniversary as President & CEO of HACR - Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility. It’s been…
Today (Sunday, July 14, 2024) marks my 10 Year Anniversary as President & CEO of HACR - Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility. It’s been…
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4 days. Biking from Cleveland to Cincinnati trying to raise $1M to support the Hope Lodge in Cleveland which gives cancer patients and their…
4 days. Biking from Cleveland to Cincinnati trying to raise $1M to support the Hope Lodge in Cleveland which gives cancer patients and their…
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In 2006, I was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and was given a 25% chance of survival. Today, I celebrate my 18-year CANCERVERSARY 💛 Now we are out…
In 2006, I was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and was given a 25% chance of survival. Today, I celebrate my 18-year CANCERVERSARY 💛 Now we are out…
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Really looking forward to this tournament, which supports our Philadelphia Hope Lodge and the research effort to #crushcancer. One of our signature…
Really looking forward to this tournament, which supports our Philadelphia Hope Lodge and the research effort to #crushcancer. One of our signature…
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Grab your clubs and join the American Cancer Society and Philadelphia's Big 5 Men's Basketball Coaches to #crushcancer at the 28th Annual Coaches vs.…
Grab your clubs and join the American Cancer Society and Philadelphia's Big 5 Men's Basketball Coaches to #crushcancer at the 28th Annual Coaches vs.…
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