The 36th Annual Fanconi Anemia (FA) Scientific Symposium and Adult Retreat took place in Charlotte, North Carolina in September 2024, and brought together researchers, clinicians, advocates, individuals with FA and community members from across the globe. This year’s theme, “It Takes...
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André Hessels
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Father of Dylan & Joy
André became involved with FARF when his two children, Dylan and Joy, were diagnosed with FA in 2013. Since then, he has participated in numerous runs to raise funds, including the New York, Chicago, and Boston marathons. André is a seasoned corporate financing specialist who is currently General Manager for Philips Medical Capital in Wayne, Penn. Originally from the Netherlands, André has worked in Europe, China and North America as a relationship banker for Rabobank. He brings a wealth of financial knowledge to the board and is looking forward to expanding his fundraising efforts.
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Hello, this is FA Adult Council member Lexi Marshall with a recap of the FA Adult Retreat in Charlotte, North Carolina. To back up, I attended my first FA Adult Retreat and Scientific Symposium as a newly diagnosed person with...
Since 1991, the FA Family Retreat has been a tradition that surprises, supports, and uplifts FA families worldwide. Whether families travel from within the United States or across the globe, the retreat offers connection, educational sessions, resources, expert consultations, and...