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Voices of Alzheimer's Welcomes Mark Roithmayr to Board of Directors
Washington, DC, April 6, 2026 – Voices of Alzheimer's today announced the appointment of Mark Roithmayr to its Board of Directors. Roithmayr brings decades of nonprofit leadership and deep expertise in Alzheimer's research and philanthropy to the organization.
Roithmayr recently served as CEO of the Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation (ADDF), where he led a venture philanthropy model dedicated to accelerating the development of therapies for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. In retirement, he advises CEOs and mission-driven organizations on leadership, venture philanthropy strategy, and executive development.
"We are thrilled to welcome Mark to our board," said Jim Taylor, President and CEO of Voices of Alzheimer's. "His experience advancing Alzheimer's research and his commitment to this cause make him an invaluable addition to our leadership. We look forward to the insight and perspective he will bring as we continue our work."
Roithmayr expressed enthusiasm for the role, noting his commitment to supporting the Alzheimer's community and advancing the organization's mission.
"I am honored to join the Voices of Alzheimer's board," said Roithmayr. "The work this organization does on behalf of patients, caregivers, and families is vital, and I look forward to contributing in any way I can."
About Voices of Alzheimer's
Voices of Alzheimer's (VoA) is a 501 (c)(4) non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for the rights and well-being of people living with Alzheimer's disease. VoA is guided and led by those affected by Alzheimer's and maintains a broad membership of people from across the United States.
Learn more on the Voices of Alzheimer’s website, and on social media through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
About Voices of Alzheimer's
Voices of Alzheimer's is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for the rights and well-being of people living with Alzheimer's disease. Our mission is to empower people living with or at risk of Alzheimer’s and other cognitive illnesses, united by urgency, to drive equitable access to innovation in treatment and care. We are guided and led by those affected by Alzheimer’s, but with a broad membership including those individuals in the generation at risk. Our primary focus is to draw attention to the unmet medical needs of people with Alzheimer’s – especially to ensuring the FDA and CMS get meritorious products approved and into the hands of patients.
Learn more on the Voices of Alzheimer’s website, and on social media through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
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