WE ARE A
RESOURCE
For anyone with questions
about prostate cancer
WE SURROUND
YOU WITH SUPPORT
You are not alone. We will help
you navigate the road ahead
WE WILL GUIDE YOU
Through these intersections
in life and onto the right
road toward recovery
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ABOUT US
Known throughout the Valley and the game of baseball for his never-ending positivity and pioneering spirit, D-backs President & CEO Derrick Hall turned the franchise into a model organization focused on a fan experience and corporate culture that was second-to-none, paired with the goal of competing for a championship on the field each year and giving back to the community in a meaningful way. But Hall faced his biggest challenge in September, 2011 when he learned that he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer at the young age of 42. Determined to face this challenge in the same fashion that led to him becoming one of Major League Baseball’s top executives, Hall immediately penned a note to his staff letting them know of his diagnosis. “Why would I share with you all so openly?” read the message, which was sent before even alerting his children. “Because I share everything with you, my family. And you will help me and my beautiful immediate family get through this. I will win! Survival rate is high, and I will be an "add on" to the statistics.”
Within days, Hall began using his platform as one of the state’s most influential business leaders to encourage all men to get tested after age 40, as his early diagnosis led to his successful surgery and treatment, as well as a current clean bill of health. Over the course of the next year, the 20+ year veteran of professional baseball management spoke openly and often about the challenges he faced, with hundreds of people reaching out to explain how his diagnosis had led them to get tested. One in every six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime and it became Hall’s hope that he and his wife, Amy, as well as their three children could do more than just raise awareness for early testing.
In January 2013, the Derrick Hall Pro-State Foundation was officially launched as a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to serving as a comprehensive tool for those who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer and their families to help them understand the challenges and choices they face and how they can maintain a “pro” state of mind. For Hall, it was this approach and the support of those around him that helped him get through the most difficult time of his life and has put him and the D-backs back on the winning track.
Nearly one in every six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime and almost 250,000 new cases are diagnosed each year, with almost 30,000 men succumbing to the disease on an annual basis, according to the American Cancer Society. It is the second-leading cause of cancer death in American men, behind only lung cancer but there are millions of cases of men who beat the disease and live long and healthy lives. Derrick Hall is one of those men and with each every visitor to this site and every dollar donated to the cause, millions of people around the world and their families can be impacted in a positive way.
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SOBRE NOSOTROS
Conocido a través del Valle y el deporte del béisbol por su positivismo interminable y el espíritu pionero, el Presidente y Máximo Ejecutivo Derrick Hall convirtió a la franquicia en una organización modelo centrada en una experiencia de los aficionados y la cultura corporativa que es segundo a ninguna, combinada con la meta de competir por un campeonato en el terreno de juego y retribuir a la comunidad de una manera significativa. Pero Hall se enfrentó a su reto más grande en septiembre de 2011 cuando le dieron la noticia que había sido diagnosticado con cáncer de próstata a la joven edad de 42 años. Decidido a enfrentar el reto de esa misma forma que lo llevó a convertirse en uno de los principales ejecutivos en el Béisbol de Grandes Ligas, Hall inmediatamente le escribió una nota a su personal para hacerles saber de su diagnóstico. “¿Por qué habría de compartir con todos ustedes tan abiertamente?”, decía el mensaje, que fue enviado antes de darles la noticia a sus propios hijos. “Porque yo comparto todo con ustedes, mi familia. Y ustedes me ayudarán a mí y a mi hermosa familia salir de esto. ¡Yo ganaré! La tasa de supervivencia es alta, y yo seré una estadísticas positiva.”
Dentro de días, Hall empezó a utilizar su plataforma como uno de los líderes empresariales más influyentes del estado para alentar a todos los hombres a hacerse la prueba después de los 40 años de edad, ya que su temprano diagnóstico logró que tuviera una cirugía y un tratamiento exitoso. Durante el transcurso del próximo año, el veterano de más de 20 años como ejecutivo en el béisbol habló abierta y frecuentemente con cientos de personas sobre los retos que enfrentó, comunicándoles cómo su diagnóstico lo había llevado a hacerse la prueba. Uno de cada seis hombres serán diagnosticados con cáncer de próstata durante su vida, esto se convirtió en la esperanza de Hall, que él y su esposa, Amy, así como sus tres hijos, podrían hacer algo más que sólo aumentar la conciencia de las primeras pruebas.
En enero del 2013, la Fundación Pro-State de Derrick Hall fue lanzada oficialmente como una organización dedicada a servir como una herramienta completa para aquellos que han sido diagnosticados con cáncer de próstata, también para sus familias, para ayudarles a entender los retos y opciones que se enfrentan y como mantener un estado de mente “pro” state. Para Hall, este tipo de enfoque y el apoyo de las personas a su alrededor fueron lo que lo ayudaron a pasar por los momentos más difíciles de su vida y lo han puesto a él y a los D-backs en buen camino.
Casi uno de cada seis hombres serán diagnosticados con cáncer de próstata en sus vidas y casi 250,000 nuevos casos son diagnosticados cada año, y cerca de 30,000 hombres sucumben a la enfermedad anualmente, según el American Cancer Society. Es la segunda causa de muerte por cáncer en los hombres estadounidenses sólo detrás del cáncer de pulmón, pero hay millones de casos de hombres que vencen a la enfermedad y viven una vida larga y saludable. Derrick Hall es uno de esos hombres y con cada visitante a este sitio y cada dólar donado a la causa, millones de personas alrededor del mundo y sus familias pueden ser impactadas de una forma positiva.
FOUNDING BOARD MEMBERS
Derrick Hall is President and CEO of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2011, Hall has shared his cancer story openly in an effort to bring awareness to the need for early detection. Since his diagnosis, Hall has made it his personal mission to support and assist other men dealing with prostate cancer. Derrick is Chairman of the Foundation and will oversee operations.
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Amy Hall is President of the Foundation and will assist in all aspects of the Foundation’s operations. Mrs. Hall has particular insight into the support and caregiver responsibilities and will lend her experience in creating materials and support networks for the partners and families of those dealing with cancer.
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Ken Kendrick is Managing General Partner of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Known for his endless generosity and philanthropic leadership, Kendrick is a proven entrepreneur and business strategist. Diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2004, Kendrick will lend his personal experience and professional expertise to the Foundation.
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Y Mark Hong, M.D., is a Phoenix native, Board-certified urologist specializing in minimally invasive surgery. A passionate philanthropist, musician, and athlete, Dr. Hong brings a unique understanding of the medical and social issues related to prostate cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery. He will have a very active role in all aspects of the Foundation.
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Bill Eckholm is a celebrated executive, philanthropist and leader in the Arizona community. As CEO of Firetrace, Eckholm expanded the Scottsdale company into a global powerhouse. He is a sought after strategist and a man of great integrity. He brings experience and leadership to the Foundation.
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Lawrence H. Hayward is Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer of Leslie’s Pools in Phoenix. Mr. Hayward has a proven track record of corporate leadership and governance. He brings a wealth of personal and professional experience to the Foundation.
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Scott Zimmerman is a 20 year industry veteran of the insurance industry, specializing in life insurance, financed life insurance, life settlements, and business succession planning. In addition to his energy and leadership skills, Scott brings a unique perspective of the insurance implications of serious illness.
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Debbie Castaldo is a tenured marketing and community relations executive. She has served on the founding board of several non-profits and is an experienced fundraiser. She will assist the Foundation with fundraising, branding, and marketing.
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Brian Booker focuses his practice on commercial litigation with emphasis in commercial and professional liability, real estate, securities fraud and products liability. His experience includes:
Defense of product manufacturers in the context of property damage and catastrophic injury including automotive products, towing/trailers, and fire litigation.
Defense of commercial and residential mortgage brokers in regulatory/administrative contexts.
Representation of various entities in minority shareholder oppression action.
Representation of various entities in guaranty enforcement actions.
Representation of corporations and individuals in defamation suits.
Defense of commercial real estate brokerage in an intentional interference with contract action.
Defense of a resort operator in numerous wrongful death actions.
Defense of a real estate brokerage in alleged fraud/misrepresentation.
Representation of financial institutions and consumer financial services companies in wire fraud actions, and FCRA, FDCPA and state law claims.
Education and Honors
University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1994)
Stanford University (B.A., departmental honors, 1991)
Degree: Political Science.
He is a prostate cancer survivor.
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Thomas Sherak recently lost his life to prostate cancer after a long and brave battle with the disease. His remarkable career will be fondly remembered by everyone in the motion picture industry. During his brilliant career, he served as President of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and consulted for Skydance Productions and Annapurna Productions among other entertainment entities.
A seasoned film executive, Tom held Senior Executive positions at Twentieth Century Fox Domestic Film Group and Fox Filmed Entertainment, overseeing the marketing and distribution of such films as Star Wars Trilogy Special Edition, Romancing the Stone, Commando, Aliens, The Fly, Broadcast News, Predator, Wall Street, Die Hard, Working Girl, The War of the Roses, Die Hard 2, Home Alone, Edward Scissorhands, Die Hard: With a Vengeance, Mrs. Doubtfire, True Lies, Speed, Independence Day, and Star Wars: Episode 1–The Phantom Menace.
His philanthropic endeavors included raising over $47 million for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, he served as Chairman of the Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation, and actively participated on the Boards of the Fulfillment Fund, the Pro-Baseball Scouts Foundation, the Vision To Learn Foundation, and the Partners in Discovery Foundation.
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