At ProstAware, (“Prostate cancer awareness through music and technology”) we’ve dedicated ourselves to educating the Atlanta area about prostate health and how everyone can participate in the battle against prostate cancer:

• Encouraging men in the Atlanta area to monitor their prostate health
• Provide a centralized resource for prostate cancer awareness
• Promote education and awareness through our annual Blue Ties event, local speaking engagements and other Atlanta area   health programs

ProstAware follows a different path to engaging men and their loved ones in the discussion about watching out for prostate cancer. By tapping into the dynamic, exciting and imagination-rich worlds of music and technology, we give people an enjoyable, new way to open their minds to ProstAware’s important messages.

Our perspective separates ProstAware from other organizations:

• Because we’re non-partisan, we don’t channel our resources toward government advocacy.
• Because of our focus on the greater Atlanta area, we channel our attention to local audiences, local issues, and local needs.
• Because we’re committed solely to prostate cancer awareness, we don’t operate expensive medical research and treatment   programs.
• Because we want to be as inclusive and balanced as possible, our board members include cancer survivors, physicians   and other people committed to the fight against prostate cancer.
• Because most men have not been touched by prostate cancer, we use the fun and wonder of music and technology to   generate an interest in this important issue.

Being an effective leader for nonprofit organization requires a substantial measure of commitment. Being a volunteer leader, however, requires commitment coupled with intensity and passion, and ProstAware is incredibly fortunate to have a group of just such volunteer leaders serving on its Board of Directors.

Scott Miller, MD, President
Dr. Miller is a practicing urologist in Atlanta, who devotes a great deal of his work to the treatment of prostate cancer patients. He founded ProstAware in order to heighten prostate cancer awareness by using music and technology as vehicles for propagating this information.

W. Michael Willis, Secretary
Michael Willis is a prostate cancer survivor since 2008. He has completed nine years with Intel Corporation as Field Sales Engineer for the Southern United States, bringing his talents in business and technology to ProstAware. As husband to Mary, and father to two boys - Aaron, 14 and Ethan, 4 - early detection and successful treatment allows him to serve his company, family, church community, and the cause of prostate cancer awareness.

Brian Gunter, Treasurer
Brian Gunter is a prostate cancer survivor who has been married for nearly 25 years and has three wonderful children. Brian has been vital to the creative side of forming ProstAware, despite a very busy career lighting and photographing feature films (The Pink Panther 2, Sweet Home Alabama, Remember the Titans, The Mothman Prophecies, October Sky and over 75 more). He is also an avid guitar player and collector.

Christy Andrews
Christy Andrews’ career in nonprofit management has spanned over 20 years and began with a foundation in public relations and marketing. Always focused on health care issues, Christy has served as executive director for The Wellness Community-Atlanta Northside since 2006. She has appeared on numerous television shows discussing nonprofit issues including CNN, and ABC’s Primetime. Her work has also been published in national nonprofit publications and in Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul.

Frank Critz. MD
Dr. Critz is a well-known radiation oncologist in Atlanta. He is also founder and Medical Director of Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia (RCOG). He has dedicated his career to prostate cancer treatment, research, and education. This dedication is matched by his involvement in the Greater Atlanta community.

Pradeep Jolly, MD
Dr. Jolly is a partner with Georgia Cancer Specialists, and has practiced as a medical oncologist and hematologist in Atlanta since 1984. He has a special interest in the treatment of prostate cancer patients.

Michael Marto
Michael Marto is a kidney cancer survivor who was diagnosed in 2004. His creative, marketing, finance, and business operations experience make him a perfect match for ProstAware. Executive Visions, Inc., co-founded by Mr. Marto, specializes in corporate event planning, production, and project management. Clients have included McDonald's, Coca-Cola, Harley-Davidson, Bentley Motors, JCPenney, Bombardier, GE, IBM, Apple Computer, Warner Music, BellSouth, Nortel, and Holiday Inn Worldwide. Producing events with the most sought after performing artists and celebrity entertainers in the world, Mr. Marto routinely donates his services to charitable organizations such as Ronald McDonald House Charities, the World Children’s Center, World Vision, Children’s International and the American Red Cross.

To view a full list of ProstAware’s exceptional supporters, please visit our Sponsors page.

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