About Scott Thompson |
Scott Thompson is originally from the Oklahoma City area and moved to Dallas in 1993 after graduating from the University of Oklahoma. Scott has worked in the field of wellness and preventive healthcare for the last 7+ years. He worked with WinningHabits, a startup company focused on providing wellness programs to employer groups, beginning in 1999 and is now Senior Vice President of Wellness Operations for Matria Healthcare, an Atlanta-based company that provides population health enhancement solutions to employers and health plans. In addition to offering wellness and prevention programs, Matria also provides comprehensive cancer treatment support programs for their clients’ employees and members. Prior to joining Matria, Scott was a management and technology consultant with Accenture.
Scott’s aunt, Elaine, was diagnosed with breast cancer in May 2000. She was treated with chemotherapy and pronounced cancer-free about a year later, but in 2003 her doctors found that her cancer had returned. She was treated with chemotherapy and radiation and while the cancer did spread to her ribs and skull, it is dormant now and being managed through medication. Elaine has maintained an incredibly positive attitude throughout the ordeal, and was blessed with her first grandchild just after her second diagnosis in 2003. Scott has joined the Everest Rocks trek team in honor of Elaine, and in memory of Melissa Hanner, who died of non-Hodgkins lymphoma in 1989 at the young age of 21. Melissa was the best friend of Scott’s significant other, Kristen, and she continues to be inspired by the beauty of Melissa’s life when she was with us.
Scott has participated in several community-based volunteer organizations, including Habitat for Humanity and Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and he firmly believes in living the life you want to live today. Scott’s passions for music, travel and adventure have come together with this incredible opportunity to raise awareness and funding for cancer patients and research, and he is honored to be a part of the Everest Rocks team.
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Scott, we are so proud of you! This is a wonderful thing that you are doing and you should be proud of yourself too. I wish you all the sucess in your adventure.
Leslie
June 7th, 2007 | #
Dear Scott- I work with Elaine, she is a true friend and survivor. Your efforts are so awesome. You chould not have chosen a better person to represent. May God be with you on your trek.
June 7th, 2007 | #
Woohoo Scott!! YAY for YOU! Please add us to your “biggest fans” list. You’re an inspiration. Best of luck in your training and fundraising efforts. Love, Lynn & Jamie
June 11th, 2007 | #
Scott:
So proud of you buddy. Have the time of your life and thanks for making this trek for all those who still believe in the possibility of hope.
ged
June 13th, 2007 | #
I’ll be glad to contribute to such a worthy cause and noble friend! Goof luck Scotty!
June 19th, 2007 | #
Hey Scott! I’m so proud of you for doing such an amazing thing for such a great cause. You are such an inspiration! Love you, Nic
June 19th, 2007 | #
Scott, This is amazing and inspirational. I think it is awesome you are taking this on and I believe it will be a start something even bigger. I’m looking forward to practicing on the 14er in Colorado soon! Love, Lisa
July 29th, 2007 | #
Scott, What an adventure for a worthy cause! Take care of my friend Rini. She is also climbing.
August 15th, 2007 | #
Scott,
Lisa, Emilie, and I are so proud of you. Good luck and stay safe. We love you.
Todd
October 11th, 2007 | #
What a fantastic opportunity to not only have a great adventure, but to do something even greater for the cause of fighting cancer across the globe. You Rock! Can’t wait to see the pics. Love and Best Wishes, Karen
October 11th, 2007 | #
Hey man, I hope you are having an amazing time. This is such a a great cause. I’m proud of you. Stay safe. See you soon. Jack
October 16th, 2007 | #
Wasn’t sure if you’d be checking this but just wanted you to know that I’m following the Everest Rocks Journal from back here in Austin. What you are doing sounds amazing, AMAZING. I’m very proud of you. Hope you are doing well my friend. Take care, mlm
October 20th, 2007 | #
Scott: Been following the trek via the site/blog… looks like a truly amazing experience. I know it’s got to be thrilling and physical and emotional–hang in there, enjoy all you can. I look forward to seeing you soon and hearing about it in your own words… cjh
October 24th, 2007 | #