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A Conversation with the 2026 Foundation Chairs

The 2026 Foundation Chairs, Kristen Schneider Boerger and Morgan Bertram, bring deep personal conviction and years of service to The Blood & Tissue Center Foundation. In this Q&A, they share what inspired them to join, why they stepped into leadership, and what they hope to accomplish in the year ahead.

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Foundation leader speaking about the 2026 Red & White Ball at board meeting

Expanding our Impact in 2026

Building on the success of the 2025 Red & White Ball, the goal for this year’s ball will be “funding the mission of BioBridge Global,” Foundation Executive Director Jay Podjenski shared with members of the board at its first meeting of 2026.

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Chris Callaway, Vice President & General Manager of UBEO Business Services

Welcome Chris Callaway

We’re thrilled to welcome Chris Callaway to the board. Chris was nominated by Stephanie Stephens following a tour in June and brings with him over 30 years of leadership experience

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Mary Dial talks to Foundation board members during her last meeting.

A Fond Farewell to Mary Dial

The May 5 Blood & Tissue Center Foundation Board meeting saw a strong turnout of longtime board members eager to celebrate more than 15 years of dedicated service by Foundation

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