Key Highlights
- Richard D. Hasz, Jr. elected to a three-year term on the NDRI Board of Directors.
- Hasz is the President & CEO of Gift of Life Donor Program, the nation’s largest organ procurement organization.
- Brings over 30 years of experience in organ and tissue donation, enhancing NDRI’s mission to advance medical research.
- NDRI collaborates with 130+ tissue source sites, connecting donors and researchers for breakthroughs in disease treatment.
Source: Business Wire
Notable Quotes
- “It is a privilege to welcome Rick as a member of the NDRI Board of Directors. He is a respected member of the OPO community, with more than 30 years of life-saving work in the industry.” – Bill Leinweber, President and CEO at NDRI
- “NDRI has enabled us to provide donors and their families with the opportunity to create a lasting legacy through research and medical innovations. I look forward to expanding my contributions as a board member.” – Richard D. Hasz, Jr., President and CEO at Gift of Life Donor Program
- “His deep understanding of organ and tissue donation will enhance our mission and provide real benefit to our nationwide network of researchers, donors, and sites.” – Dr. Mary J.C. Hendrix, Chair of the Board at NDRI and President at Shepherd University
SoHC's Take
Richard D. Hasz, Jr.’s election to the NDRI Board of Directors underscores his profound impact on the field of organ and tissue donation. His leadership at the Gift of Life Donor Program, recognized for setting national benchmarks in successful donation and transplant outcomes, positions him to advance NDRI’s mission significantly. This collaboration highlights the synergy between donation organizations and research-focused institutions, paving the way for groundbreaking medical innovations that benefit both donors and patients.
