Leadership Team

Our executive leadership team has devoted their careers to improving public health in the United States and around the world. Drawing on experience in the nonprofit, business and government sectors, they guide our advocacy for policies that protect children, improve health and save lives. Together, they bring the strategic depth, issue and advocacy expertise, and organizational commitment to make progress that lasts.

Yolonda C. Richardson
President and CEO
March 10, 2026
Smita Baruah
Executive Vice President, Global Tobacco Control Programs
June 4, 2026
Vlad Ilic
Vice President, Finance
June 5, 2026
Brian King
Executive Vice President, U.S. Programs
June 4, 2026
Stephanie Porter
Chief Administrative Officer 
June 4, 2026
Lucy Martinez Sullivan
Executive Vice President, Global Health Advocacy Incubator 
June 4, 2026

Last updated July 9, 2026