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Meet the team
Mike Pruitt -President and Founder
Mike Pruitt is the founder and president of the Rylan Strong Network, a nonprofit organization established in honor of his son, Rylan, who courageously battled pediatric brain cancer. Driven by faith, compassion, and a commitment to serving others, Mike has dedicated himself to supporting families facing childhood cancer, advancing pediatric cancer research, and advocating for meaningful legislative change. Through the Rylan Strong Network, he strives to ensure that no family has to face a pediatric cancer diagnosis alone while honoring Rylan's legacy by bringing hope to others.
Rudy Diaz -Treasurer
Rudy Diaz brings a wealth of nonprofit leadership experience to the Rylan Strong Network, with many years dedicated to serving and strengthening 501(c)(3) organizations. His passion for helping others, combined with his knowledge of nonprofit operations and financial stewardship, makes him a valuable addition to the Board of Directors. Rudy is excited to be part of the Rylan Strong Network and is committed to advancing its mission of supporting children battling pediatric cancer, providing hope to families, and helping the organization continue to grow its impact for years to come.
Craig Brown
Craig Brown is dedicated to serving others and making a meaningful difference in his community. As a member of the Rylan Strong Network Board of Directors, he is committed to supporting the organization's mission of bringing hope to children battling pediatric cancer and providing assistance to the families who walk that difficult journey. Craig looks forward to helping strengthen the organization through community involvement, fundraising efforts, and a shared commitment to ensuring that no family faces pediatric cancer alone.
Tony Sanders - Expansion Coordinator
Tony Sanders joins the Rylan Strong Network with a heart for service and a vision for growing the organization's reach. As the organization's Expansion Coordinator, Tony is committed to building strong community relationships, developing new opportunities, and helping establish Rylan Strong Network branches that will extend the organization's mission to more families across Texas. He is honored to be part of a team dedicated to making a lasting difference in the lives of children battling pediatric cancer and the families who stand beside them.
Gage Nail
Gage Nail serves as Secretary for the Rylan Strong Network Board of Directors and is dedicated to helping the organization grow through strong leadership, organization, and community engagement. Passionate about the Network's mission, Gage is committed to supporting families affected by pediatric cancer and helping advance initiatives that provide hope, assistance, and lasting change. He is proud to serve alongside a team united by compassion, integrity, and a shared commitment to honoring Rylan's legacy.
We are Rylan Strong....
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