At the Fanconi Cancer Foundation (FCF), we understand the critical importance of addressing mental health alongside physical health for individuals with Fanconi anemia (FA) and their family caregivers. Recent research on the mental health challenges faced by adults with FA...
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Mark Quinlan
Outgoing Executive Director
Mark has served as Executive Director for the Fanconi Cancer Foundation since 2017. As Executive Director, Mark oversees all facets of operations, finances, and program development, while expanding the donor base, investigating new revenue sources, and elevating impact. He leads with empathy, inclusivity, and unwavering dedication to the cause. He has obtained a bachelor’s degree in Social and Behavior Science and a master’s in Public Administration, which have helped shape his leadership style. He strives to enact meaningful change and positive growth and feels most fulfilled when he is helping others.
“I love knowing that when I go to work each day I have the ability to affect the lives of others in a positive way.” Mark’s love of the outdoors brought him from his native Minnesota to the mountains of the west to pursue his career in nonprofit management while still nourishing his love of nature. He now lives in Coburg, Oregon, with his wife Cheryl. In addition to cycling and fly-fishing, Mark enjoys traveling and experiencing other cultures.
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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...
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...