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DALLAS, Texas (April 4, 2012) – LeukemiaTexas, a nonprofit
organization dedicated to fighting the life-threatening
blood cancer of leukemia through research and patient aid,
today announced the appointment of Mandy Hamilton-O’Neill as
Chief Executive Officer.
“The Board of Trustees is thrilled to have Mandy as our new
Chief Executive Officer. With her experience and enthusiasm
we are confident that we have the right leader to take our
organization to the next level,” said Roger Hendren, Board
President and Office Managing Partner at McGladrey.
Before joining LeukemiaTexas, Mandy worked close to 15 years
in the nonprofit sector, leading small and large
non-profits, such as the American Heart Association and MADD,
focusing on education, health, equality, and victim’s
rights. She has been responsible for executing stimulating
programs and substantial revenue generation to exceed
organizational goals across the country which has resulted
in close to $20 million dollars for these organizations.
“I am honored to lead an organization whose mission is so
critical, financially supports patients in our great state,
and has a dedicated team who works daily to eradicate this
disease,” Mandy said. “For close to half a century,
LeukemiaTexas has been the leader in improving the lives of
those with leukemia and supporting research in Texas and we
will continue to champion our cause.”
Mandy currently serves her community as a member of the
Women’s Auxiliary of Children’s Medical Center of Dallas, a
member of the Auxiliary of the Genesis Women’s Shelter,
volunteer for the Kilgore College Rangerette Alumni
organization, an official ambassador for the American Stroke
Association, a certified Victim Advocate for MADD, and a Big
Sister in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. In 2008,
Mandy was selected as one of Dallas’ 10 most beautiful women
by D Magazine, who also quoted her as “a non-profit’s
dream,” noting her appreciation and love to give back.
Mandy is a member of many professional organizations,
including the Association of Fundraising Professionals and
National Association of Female Executives.
About LeukemiaTexas
Founded in 1970, LeukemiaTexas is an independent,
tax-exempt, 501c3 nonprofit corporation dedicated to
fighting the life-threatening blood cancer of leukemia
through the funding of leukemia research and patient aid in
Texas. LeukemiaTexas is not affiliated with any other
leukemia or nonprofit organization and does not receive any
government funding. The majority of funds raised are from
annual special events including The BeatLeukemia Ball and
the LeukemiaTexas Golf Classic. For more information about
LeukemiaTexas, please contact the office at 214-265-7393 or
visit
www.leukemiatexas.org
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