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About Me
I grew up in Peoria, Illinois in a loving family of passionate caregivers and innovative strivers. My father, Marvin Goodman, a businessman with a big heart, embodied the solid values he instilled in me and my big sister, Susan. Our mother, Ellie Goodman, a Girl Scout leader and community activist, lit up rooms with her vibrant smile and lived her faith with daily acts of loving kindness. Mom was a fundraising marvel, part of the army of everyday people who supported scientists in their search for a polio vaccine in the 1950s. Trooping along with her, Suzy and I witnessed the powerful chemistry of caring and action, and it shaped our lives.
The Book
For sisters and survivors, for anyone who’s ever been lost and found, for every book club that thrives on lively discussion and every reader in search of a riveting emotional journey. For anyone who’s ever wondered, “Who was the real Susan G. Komen?” This is my story and the story of my sister, Suzy.
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NewsRoom
Statement from Nancy G. Brinker on the Appointment of Audrey Brown as CEO of The Promise Fund
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 10, 2025 “I am absolutely delighted to welcome Audrey Brown as the CEO of the Promise Fund. Audrey’s exceptional leadership, deep expertise in the health care and insurance industries, and unwavering commitment to advocacy make her uniquely qualified to lead our organization into its next chapter of growth and impact. “Since its […]
Statement from Nancy G. Brinker on the Passing of President Jimmy Carter
For Immediate Release December 29, 2024 “I am saddened by the passing of President Jimmy Carter, a leader whose legacy of compassion, service, and humanity touched countless lives around the world. President Carter embodied the spirit of dedication, from his work as a statesman to his tireless efforts through The Carter Center to promote peace, […]
Sun-Sentinel Op-Ed: Getting South Florida women the health care they need
October 8, 2024 South Florida Sun-Sentinel Over the last several decades, countless passionate advocates of breast cancer awareness have done an outstanding job of elevating this critical topic each October. They have shouted from rooftops about the importance of prevention and early detection and have fundamentally changed the landscape of breast cancer awareness as we […]
Statement from Nancy G. Brinker on the One-Year Anniversary of the October 7 Attacks in Israel
For Immediate Release October 7, 2024 “As we mark the one-year anniversary of the tragic October 7 attacks in Israel, I stand in unwavering solidarity with the people of Israel and the Jewish community worldwide. The pain, loss, and fear that followed that day are still deeply felt, but so too is the strength, resilience, […]
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[fts_twitter twitter_name=nancygbrinker tweets_count=6 cover_photo=no stats_bar=no show_retweets=no show_replies=no]Speaking Engagements
Ambassador Nancy G. Brinker has given speeches around the world – from the United Nations European Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland to business leaders in Moscow, Russia and at annual meetings of our nation’s largest companies. Her inspiring story of leading the global breast cancer movement from a promise made to her sister resonates with so many looking to transform businesses and organizations. In front of countless audiences big and small, she has shared her fascinating experiences and stories as our nation’s top diplomat in Hungary in the weeks and months immediately following 9/11 and as the United States Chief of Protocol under President Bush where she had the intimate opportunity to walk the halls of the West Wing and White House Residence as she managed protocol and social matters for visiting heads of state and government.
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