Founding Volunteer and Past CEO Joins Board to Continue Passion for Organization

July 30, 2021 – Sarasota

CAN Community Health (CAN), a Sarasota, FL based healthcare non-profit organization, announced today that past President & CEO, Michael W. Cuffage, has returned to the organization as a new board member. During Cuffage’s tenure as CEO, he established the Federal 340B Drug Discount Program. In addition, he created business models that allowed CAN to grow sixtyfold and continue its growth after retiring.

“As a respected member of our community, Michael has an unparalleled passion for the work we do at CAN. We are truly honored to have him rejoin our CAN family as an influential board member, and I know the entire CAN family is looking forward to working with him in serving our mission,” Dr. Rishi Patel, Interim President & CEO, stated.

Cuffage has over 21 years of parliamentary procedure experience and has served with distinction on various boards and committees, including finance, budget, strategic planning, federal audit, fundraising, and event planning. Now retired, Mr. Cuffage had successful careers in the Finance/Accounting, Information Systems, Medical, Not-For-Profit, and Sales industries. He held positions including Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operations Officer, General and Technical Sales Manager, and Network and Software Systems Engineer throughout his career.

“We are not only gaining a new board member but welcoming back a dear friend and family member of CAN that we all love and respect. We are all so thankful for the path that Michael paved for CAN and will continue to assist in growing our incredible organization,” stated Jackie Rogers, Board Chairwoman. “Michael is a difference-maker in people’s lives, which is so important to our mission.”

“I have observed this organization from just about every possible angle. As Margaret Mead once said, “Never underestimate the ability of a small group of dedicated people to change the world,” stated Cuffage. “Everyone I have served within this organization displays that dedication to its mission and values. I am very excited to be re-engaged with this valuable and incredible organization.”