We believe in a holistic approach to cardiovascular health. Through community outreach programs, we raise awareness about heart disease risk factors, promote healthy lifestyles, and provide education on early warning signs. We collaborate with local healthcare providers and organizations to enhance medical infrastructure, improve access to diagnostic tools, and deliver life-saving interventions in a timely manner.
Heart Attack Ethiopia Inc. is dedicated to saving lives and improving cardiovascular health in Ethiopia and beyond. Our mission is to establish a comprehensive and sustainable emergency cardiovascular service line that provides state-of-the-art management and care for cardiovascular conditions…
We aspire to inspire and catalyze positive change in cardiovascular health throughout Africa. Paving the way for a healthier Ethiopia by Saving one heart at a time and leaving no heart behind.
Jack Carlson is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in leadership roles at top global companies. Jack’s career has been marked by success, having held key positions such as President and CEO at Sullair, a prominent industrial air compressor manufacturer under the Hitachi Group, and Chairman of the Board for the IHI-Sullair joint venture in China.
Prior to his impressive tenure at Sullair, Jack served as President of North America at Southwire Company, a renowned leader in copper rod production and the design, manufacturing, and sales of utility, OEM, and electrical wire and cable. His diverse background also includes executive roles at Yale Security Group, Schneider Electric, and Square D Company, where he demonstrated his expertise in sales, marketing, and product management.
Jack’s commitment to innovation and excellence is further exemplified by his Chairmanship of the Board for the electrical industry’s IDEA organization and his extensive portfolio of over 15 patents in the United States. His deep-rooted passion for addressing healthcare disparities and advancing humanity sets him apart as a leader dedicated to making a positive impact.
We are delighted to welcome Jack Carlson to our nonprofit organization, Heart Attack Ethiopia Inc., where he will bring his exceptional leadership skills and unwavering dedication to serving others as our President and Board Chair.
Dr. Jim Kauten is a celebrated cardiac surgeon joining our nonprofit team as Co-Director of Philanthropy. Dr. Kauten’s remarkable expertise and dedication to the field of cardiothoracic surgery will significantly enhance our mission and efforts.
Dr. Jim Kauten has been a practicing cardiothoracic surgeon since 1986. Together with Ellis L. Jones, M.D., he co-founded the Cardiac Surgery program at Piedmont Hospital. He is a distinguished fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the American College of Cardiology, and the American College of Chest Physicians. Dr. Kauten is board-certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
Dr. Kauten earned his medical degree from the University of Health Sciences of the Chicago Medical School in Illinois. He completed his General Surgery residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 1983 and his cardiac surgery fellowship at Emory University in 1986. In 2011, he furthered his expertise by obtaining a master’s degree in medical informatics from Northwestern University.
Since 1988, Dr. Kauten has been a valued member of the medical staff at Piedmont Hospital and, since 2009, at the Piedmont Heart Institute. Throughout his distinguished career, he has performed over 11,000 open-heart surgical procedures and more than 2,000 minimally invasive transcatheter valve replacements (TAVRs). He is an integral member of the Marcus Heart Valve Center’s Transcatheter Valve Replacement team. His clinical interests include valvular replacement surgery, transcatheter procedures for all types of cardiac valves, aorta and aortic root replacement, and mitral repair. Additionally, he is deeply involved in coronary revascularization (CABG) procedures. Dr. Kauten has also served as the principal investigator for multiple TAVR trials and an aortic valve trial, among others.
Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Kauten enjoys traveling the world with his wife, engaging in amateur radio (ham radio), building and designing computers and networks, bird hunting, sporting clays shooting, and photography.
We are honored to have Dr. Jim Kauten join our team and look forward to the significant contributions he will make to our organization and the communities we serve.
Arthur J. Poole, Jr. is a native of Montgomery, Alabama and currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia where he is currently employed with a major retail organization while consulting independently within the cybersecurity space.
Arthur finished a Bachelor of Science degree in Management of Information Systems and is currently completing a Master of Science in Information Systems with a focus in Business Analytics and Cybersecurity Management both from Auburn University.
He is the owner of Poole Technology Solutions, LLC.
Arthur is a skilled cyber security engineer specializing in risk management and messaging security and authentication. His 18 years of experience in the information technology and cybersecurity industry have improved his skills significantly, making him a noteworthy asset for the cyber community. He is married to his wife of 6 years, Erica Poole. They have a 5-year-old son. He is excited to serve as a Social media campaign and Security advisor for Heart Attack Ethiopia Inc.
We are thrilled to welcome Yididya Tilahun to the advisory board of Heart Attack Ethiopia, Inc. Yididya is a seasoned business analyst with over five years of experience in pricing analysis, operational risk consulting, and sales advisory for business and financial corporations. She also brings valuable expertise as a sponsorship facilitator in nonprofit organizations.
Yididya has demonstrated strong leadership skills through her volunteer work with the Women’s Ministry at the Ethiopian Evangelical Church in Minnesota since 2017. Her lifelong passion for helping people, especially vulnerable children, aligns perfectly with our mission.
As a mother of a daughter who underwent open-heart surgery at just five months old, Yididya has a profound understanding of the critical importance of heart condition treatments. Her personal experience drives her commitment to saving lives through our cause.
We are confident that Yididya’s unique insights and dedication will greatly contribute to our efforts in making a significant impact.
Heart Attack Ethiopia is based in Georgia, USA. While our physical presence may be in the United States, our hearts and efforts extend to Ethiopia and other African countries where our work is focused. We work closely with local partners and stakeholders to ensure our initiatives are culturally sensitive, sustainable, and yield long-term impact.
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