Kimberly Carson, CEO of Breast Cancer Canada, boasts over 25 years of invaluable experience in the charitable sector. Renowned for her commitment to accountability and progressive thought leadership, Kimberly’s impact since joining BCC in 2015 has been nothing short of transformative. She spearheaded restructuring the organization, increased fundraising revenues through the pandemic, and established the BCC Scientific Advisory Committee.
Beyond the scope of her role, Kimberly is a distinguished figure on national and global breast cancer advisory boards and patient panels, contributing significantly to the dialogue surrounding the world’s most diagnosed cancer. Her expertise in government and media relations adds depth to her multifaceted approach charting a new course for patient advocacy and scientific research. Under Kimberly’s visionary leadership, Breast Cancer Canada experienced a renaissance. The organization’s focus on bridging national research to local communities is evident through the BCC volunteer hubs in place across Canada and the national patient reported outcomes (PROs) study where patients can participate from anywhere in Canada.
Kimberly’s dedication to patient-focused, precision oncology research incorporating AI continues to position BCC as an innovative force. Her advocacy beautifully mirrors the progress of science, challenging the conventional portrayal of science and researchers. Kimberly’s academic background includes an MA in Leadership from Royal Roads University, a BA in Psychology from York University, and a BA in Not For Profit Management from the University of Western Ontario. Her bold direction has elevated Breast Cancer Canada from conventional formats, yielding real world and thought-provoking results