Board

Becca Vollmer Hiebing What is your connection to the UW Carbone Cancer Center? Living in Madison for the past decade, I’ve heard a lot about the research and impact that the UW Carbone Cancer Center has. Recently, I connected with a past board member because I wanted to get involved with the ELB. Like many others, I’ve known friends, family and co-workers who have been affected by cancer, and I’m looking forward to having a small role in raising awareness for the important...

Alex Gasser American Family Insurance Connection to UWCCC? Having been in Madison for a number of years, including graduating from UW Madison, I’ve often heard of the incredible work of the UW Carbone Cancer Center. I feel incredibly grateful to be part of the team advancing the achievements of the UWCCC, knowing so many of us and our loved ones are impacted by this vicious disease. Favorite ELB/UWCCC event? Trivia Night with Andy North Something Interesting about you? I have never felt more myself than I do...

Drew Bellefeuille M3 Insurance What is your connection to the UW Carbone Cancer Center?  My connection to the UW Carbone Cancer Center comes from the years of treatment my grandmother and father-in-law received here. Spending time with my grandmother at chemo appointments and seeing how caring the staff was to her and our family was an added bonus. When I heard about ELB through colleagues, immediately I wanted to be involved. What is your favorite ELB/UWCCC event?  Trivia Night with Andy North! What is something interesting about you?  I have visited Germany and Italy. Where is your favorite vacation spot?  My two favorite vacation spots are Fort Myers, Florida, and New York City. Everyone has a guilty pleasure. What is yours?  Peanut...

Ian Andrews National Electrical Contractors What is your connection to the UW Carbone Cancer Center? Having been a part of the Madison community for many years, I’ve witnessed close friends achieve lifesaving successes through the exceptional care at the UW Carbone Center. The opportunity to contribute to such meaningful work deeply resonated with me. If my efforts can help bring about even one more positive outcome for a family fighting cancer, I’m honored to play a role in making that happen. What is your...

Tess Hackworthy Trek Travel What is your connection to the UW Carbone Cancer Center? Our family was first introduced to the Carbone Cancer Center when my mother was treated for Breast Cancer there 14 years ago. My father has been a member of the Board of Directors for a few years and has inspired me to contribute in my own way. What is your favorite ELB/UWCCC event? I am looking forward to helping plan the trivia night at the Sylvee! What is something interesting about you? I...

Tyler Kehoe Pepsi-Cola of Madison What is your connection to the UW Carbone Cancer Center? I had attended multiple Andy North Trivia nights in years past and met current board member Eric Hatchell at one of the events. I have always wanted to get involved with causes that are dedicated to making the world a better place. What is your favorite ELB / UWCCC event? I thoroughly enjoy the Andy North Trivia event. Not only do I love doing charity for good causes, I love...

Dan Truehl LIFT Consulting, LLC What is your connection to the UW Carbone Cancer Center? Growing up in the Madison area and going to school at UW exposed me to the great work the UWCCC does every day. Ryan Waite floated the opportunity to join the board, and I couldn’t pass on the great opportunity. Far too many family members and friends have received cancer care at the University Hospital and supporting the search for new treatments and a cure is near and...

Stephanie O’Connor Wind River Financial What is your connection to the UW Carbone Cancer Center? I have been an active supporter of the UWCCC from the sidelines for a few years. I was introduced more specifically to the ELB by my coworker, who was a current board member. It was a wonderful opportunity to be more engaged with a cause that I’ve actively supported throughout my life. What is your favorite ELB / UWCCC event? I love a good mixture of friendly competition and mingling. What...

Peter Stafford General Manager, Asia Pacific at TAE Life Sciences What is your connection to the UW Carbone Cancer Center? Growing up in Madison, it is hard not to witness first hand the University’s impressive pedigree in its cancer care and forward-looking investments and commitment to research. I have had several people in my life that have been impacted by cancer and also treated at the UWCCC. Most recently my mother-in-law was treated at the UWCCC and her experience couldn’t have been better....

Nathan Harrill Exact Sciences What is your connection to the UW Carbone Cancer Center? (text) What is your favorite ELB / UWCCC event? (text) What is something interesting about you? (text) Where is your favorite vacation spot? (text) Everyone has a guilty pleasure.  What is yours? (text) ...