LifeLink Foundation has appointed Kelly Cullen, RN, MBA, as Chief Operating Officer to advance LifeLink Foundation operations and mission growth. The leadership move strengthens LifeLink Foundation and reinforces its long-term healthcare strategy. Moreover, the appointment supports continued organizational expansion and operational excellence.
Cullen will be in charge of implementing LifeLink Foundation strategies and operations. She will improve the quality of performance and make the healthcare operations more efficient. Besides that, she will encourage the staff to be more involved and develop professionally. Moreover, through her job, she will contribute to the continuation of LifeLink Foundation’s work and its outreach to patients, families, and society at large.
For Cullen, joining LifeLink Foundation marks a meaningful full circle in her healthcare leadership journey. She began her career as an emergency room nurse. Since then, she has dedicated her work to patient care and clinical operations. Therefore, she has long regarded LifeLink Foundation as a trusted partner in saving lives.
“From caring for patients to making the gift of life possible,” her transition reflects a strong personal connection. Throughout her career, she witnessed the organization’s purpose firsthand. Consequently, her move to LifeLink Foundation aligns with her long-standing commitment to healthcare service.
Strengthening Operational Leadership in Healthcare
“I am deeply grateful for the exceptional teams and organizations I have had the privilege to serve with, and I am honored to join LifeLink as the Chief Operating Officer,” Cullen said. “Our work lives at the intersection of profound sadness, hope and joy. Organ and tissue donation is one of the most selfless acts a person or family can give, and our responsibility is to honor that trust by helping make the gift of life possible for those in need.”
Cullen brings more than three decades of experience in clinical care, healthcare operations, and executive leadership. She earned a Master of Business Administration in Health Care Administration. Furthermore, she actively participates in the American College of Healthcare Executives and the Florida Hospital Association. She also engages with other professional and civic organizations.
Over time, Cullen built a reputation for mission-driven leadership and operational strategy. She consistently advanced quality improvement and patient experience initiatives. In addition, she developed resilient healthcare teams focused on compassionate care delivery. Her leadership style centers on connection, empathy, and accountability. She ensures LifeLink Foundation teams receive the tools and resources needed for excellence.
Advancing Mission-Driven Growth at Scale
“Kelly leads with deep purpose and authenticity,” said Stephanie Hernández, Chief Executive Officer of LifeLink Foundation. “She understands that our mission is carried out by people—our team members who show up every day to support donor families, recipients, and hospital partners. Her ability to provide strategic operational leadership, while honoring the heart of our lifesaving mission, will help an already great organization become even stronger.”
As Chief Operating Officer, Cullen will strengthen the operational foundation supporting LifeLink Foundation nationwide. At the same time, she will prioritize the human impact behind each organ and tissue donation.
“At the end of the day,” she said, “it’s about saving lives and making sure our teams have what they need to do that work with compassion, dignity, and excellence.”
Cullen’s appointment highlights LifeLink Foundation’s continued focus on healthcare leadership, operational excellence, and compassionate service. Therefore, the organization remains committed to honoring and extending the gift of life to more people.
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News Source: Businesswire.com
