FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
George Mark Children’s House Welcomes Michael Martinson to Its Board of Directors
Ambry Genetics CFO Brings Strategic Healthcare and Financial Leadership to the Organization
San Leandro, CA — May 14, 2026 —
George Mark Children’s House, the nation’s first freestanding pediatric palliative care home, proudly announces the appointment of Michael Martinson, Chief Financial Officer of Ambry Genetics Corporation, to its Board of Directors.
An accomplished financial executive and Board Director, Martinson brings more than 20 years of financial leadership experience, including 14 years in the biotechnology and healthcare sectors. Throughout his career, he has led transformative financial strategies, major mergers and acquisitions, operational improvements, and organizational growth initiatives in highly complex healthcare environments.
“Having dedicated much of my professional career to healthcare, I have remained deeply committed to improving care for patients and their families,” said Martinson. “When I was first introduced to George Mark Children’s House, I was immediately moved to learn more about its mission and the extraordinary compassion at the heart of its work. Hearing the stories of the children and families they serve inspired me to contribute in a meaningful way. I am honored to bring my experience, perspective, and collaborative spirit to support the Board and staff, and to help advance the organization’s mission in a way that ensures a strong and sustainable future.”
“We are thrilled to welcome Michael to the Board of Directors,” said Shekinah Eliassen, CEO of George Mark Children’s House. “His exceptional financial expertise, strategic leadership, and longstanding commitment to healthcare innovation will be invaluable as we continue expanding our impact and advancing our mission to provide respite services, cancer care, and end-of-life support to medically fragile children—always at no cost to the families.”
George Mark Children’s House provides pediatric palliative, respite, cancer and end-of-life care to children and young adults with serious medical conditions, while offering comprehensive support services for their families.
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