Director of Tissue Recovery Services at We Are Sharing Hope SC receives 2024 Outstanding Role Model Award

Presented by INvolve and Supported by YouTube

We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC) announces Michael Palmisano, Director of Tissue Recovery Services, has been recognized as one of the 100 executives on the 2024 Outstanding Executive Role Models list.

The prestigious award, presented by INvolve and supported by YouTube, includes global role models who drive inclusion and support LGBTQ+ in the workplace helping to shape and foster a culture of value diversity, equity and inclusivity.

Suki Sandhu OBE, Founder and CEO of INvolve, said, “LGBTQ+ and advocate role models remain vital for driving tangible, long-term inclusion for LGBTQ+ individuals worldwide. The individuals featured within the Outstanding Role Model Lists supported by YouTube are all trailblazers driving impactful initiatives and strategic change within their organizations and across society. I am excited to celebrate these achievements through this year’s Outstanding Role Model Lists, and I look forward to seeing the continued positive impact these Role Models will make for global LGBTQ+ inclusion.”

Palmisano is an active member serving on the governing board of the Association for Multicultural Affairs in Transplantation (AMAT) and is passionate about providing equitable donor eligibility and access to healthcare resources for our community.

“This recognition is a testament to Michael Palmisano’s dedication to his work and his commitment to further advancing Tissue Recovery Services,” said Dave DeStefano, President and CEO at We Are Sharing Hope SC.

More about We Are Sharing Hope SC

We Are Sharing Hope SC is South Carolina’s nonprofit, federally designated Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) facilitating the gift of life through organ, eye and tissue donation. Our staff stand mission-ready to support families and honor donor legacies. To learn more or become a registered donor visit: SharingHopeSC.org.