SRQ Magazine | She Roars—Fortitude, October 2024 - Children's Cancer Center

SRQ Magazine | She Roars - Fortitude

October 2024

PATTY O'LEARY

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & CEO | CHILDREN'S CANCER CENTER

I have learned that when a community comes together in crisis, love can move mountains.

WHAT HAS BEEN THE SINGLE BIGGEST CHALLENGE IN WORKING AND LIVING THROUGH THE PANDEMIC, AND HOW HAVE YOU CHANGED AS A RESULT?

The pandemic created a barrier in treating the children and families we serve. To meet their needs, I needed to be adaptable to technology, and in turn, we rolled out two virtual programs that continue to this day.

WHAT IS YOUR SINGLE, MOST SIGNIFICANT STRENGTH, AND HOW HAVE YOU UTILIZED IT TO MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT WITHIN AN ORGANIZATIONAL OR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP ROLE?

My most significant strength is my ability to inspire and motivate others. This allows me to foster collaboration, dedication, and resilience, leading my team to achieve remarkable results.

WHAT IS YOUR "SECRET SAUCE”?

A touch of sweetness with compassion. A dash of spice and heat with creativity. A generous portion of strong leadership skills.

DESCRIBE YOUR OWN OUTLOOK ON LIFE IN SIX WORDS.

Believe in yourself and your greatness.

EVERY DAY I AM THANKFUL FOR our community’s generosity enables us to serve the immediate needs of local children and families battling pediatric cancer.

CHILDREN’S CANCER CENTER

4901 W. Cypress Street | Tampa, FL 33607 813-367-5437 | ext.10 poleary@childrenscancercenter.org