Laurie Strongin

Founder and CEO Hope for Henry Foundation

Laurie Strongin is founder and CEO of Hope for Henry Foundation which is reinventing the pediatric patient experience in hospitals around the country. Laurie’s work with Hope for Henry and memoir, “Saving Henry,” have placed her at the forefront of supporting the rights of patients and the responsible use of new medical technologies. Her advocacy has led her to serve on the nation’s preeminent science policy and bioethics panels. Her activism has produced op-eds in national newspapers; appearances on television and radio; collaborations with Congressional leadership; and recognition from the White House. An in-demand inspirational speaker, Laurie has been featured as a People magazine “Heroes Among Us” and in profiles in USA Today, The Washington Post, and Good Morning America. She serves on the board of directors of the National Marrow Donor Program