Sam Forrest of Florida Power & Light Company named recipient of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s National Leadership Award
Sam Forrest
Boca Raton, FL – Each year, The Leukemia & Lymphoma
“I am so honored to be the recipient of this year’s National Leadership Award and work hand-in-hand with LLS to take steps to end cancer. This organization funds cutting-edge research for treatment and cures while providing support services to patients and their families during their cancer journey,” said Forrest. “Blood cancers have affected some of those closest to me, including my mother, who is a long-time survivor of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. I think it’s very important, in everything you do, to try to make an impact. LLS and FPL have partnered to make that impact here in the community where we live, work and raise our families.”
The National Leadership Award honors an organization or individual who has provided expertise and guidance that has enabled the chapter to achieve new levels of success. Forrest, vice president of energy marketing and trading at Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), became involved with LLS when he was asked by one of his co-workers who served on the LLS Board to chair the West Palm Beach Light The Night event. Forrest subsequently chaired the walk for three years, assumed the chairmanship of the Board of Trustees and has served as a spokesperson for LLS at national events. Forrest joined the fight against blood cancers to honor his co-worker who was battling AML, and unfortunately lost his battle a year later, and he is committed to finding a cure.
“Sam Forrest continues to make a significant impact while selflessly dedicating his time and talent to achieve our mission, to cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life of patients and their families,” said Pam Payne, Palm Beach-Treasure Coast Chapter executive director. “Our organization would not exist without volunteers like Sam who finds countless ways to engage himself and others. Because of his efforts, he is helping to change the landscape of cancer.”
To learn how you can become part of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society family, contact The Palm Beach-Treasure Coast Chapter of LLS, (561) 616-8682.
About The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) is the world’s largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer. The LLS mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world, provides free information and support services, and is the voice for all blood cancer patients seeking access to quality, affordable, coordinated care.
Founded in 1949 and headquartered in Rye Brook, NY, LLS has chapters throughout the United States and Canada. To learn more, visit www.LLS.org. Patients should contact the Information Resource Center at (800) 955-4572, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET.
