Michael Weamer

Michael L. Weamer is the President and CEO of The Marfan Foundation, a role he has held since February 2015.12 He brings extensive nonprofit leadership experience, having previously served for 25 years with the American Heart Association (AHA), where he was Executive Vice President of the Founders Affiliate.4

Professional Background:

• President & CEO of The Marfan Foundation (2015-present)2
• Also leads the Loeys-Dietz Syndrome Foundation and The VEDS Movement3
• Previously worked with the American Heart Association for 25 years4
• Served as President of the National Society to Prevent Blindness2
• Executive Director of National Easter Seal Society4

Board and Community Involvement:

• Board member of the Association of Black Cardiologists4
• Chair of the New York Society of Association Executives4
• Vice Chairman of the American Society of Association Executives4
• Chairman of Health Power, a nonprofit focused on minority health4

Personal Details:

• Graduate of Pennsylvania State University24
• Married to Karen, with four children: Mollie, Caitlin, Sean, and Daniel4
• Has seven grandchildren: Max, Lukas, Philip, twins Charlie and Michael, Jack, and Natalie2
• Licensed Coast Guard Captain in his spare time4

Weamer has been recognized with several awards, including the Hero with a Heart Award from The Marfan Foundation and multiple honors from the New York Society of Association Executives.4