The National Kidney Foundation announced on May 20 the appointment of Dr. Marc Hurlbert as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1.
The announcement marks a leadership transition for the foundation, which has been active in patient advocacy, education, and research for more than 75 years. The organization said that Dr. Hurlbert brings over 25 years of experience in healthcare leadership, research advancement, and public health.
“Marc is a mission-driven leader with a strong track record of advancing public health, building strategic partnerships, and supporting patients and families facing serious disease,” said Kevin Longino, CEO of the National Kidney Foundation. “His experience across research, advocacy, healthcare innovation, and nonprofit leadership positions NKF strongly for the future as we continue working to improve kidney health and save lives.”
Dr. Hurlbert has managed more than $750 million in funding through over 4,000 awards to hospitals and organizations addressing public health challenges. He is known for collaborations among patient advocates, academia, government agencies, biotechnology firms and pharmaceutical companies to drive innovation in healthcare outcomes.
“I am honored to join NKF as its next CEO building off of a rich 75-year history of supporting patients and families facing a diagnosis of kidney disease,” said Dr. Marc Hurlbert. “Supporting patients and families—while also empowering healthcare professionals, community-based educators, and researchers—is my north star.” He added: “NKF’s programs already improve lives through education, advocacy, and support for patients and families… As the incoming CEO I see tremendous opportunity to build on that momentum and to embrace technology AI and research investments to better support patients improve kidney care and deliver NKF programs.” Dr. Hurlbert also has personal experience with chronic kidney disease through his role as care partner for his brother since 2016.
Anne Barr—the National Board Chair—said that Dr. Hurlbert’s blend of scientific training with business skills made him an ideal choice: “Finding someone to succeed Kevin… was not a quick or easy process… What we found so compelling about Marc is that he is both visionary and practical… an amazing fundraiser with strong business acumen.”
Longino will continue working closely with Dr. Hurlbert during the transition period for onboarding continuity across the organization.
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