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William P. Baldwin Director and Chief Financial Officer for F.R.I.E.N.D.S., INC.
Mr. Baldwin brings to F.R.I.E.N.D.S., INC. twenty-plus years of progressive
financial, accounting, supply chain and information technology management experience
with an international focus. Mr. Baldwin has worked with both small and large chemical
companies, medical billing & technology companies and investment banks. Mr. Baldwin
has operational experience gained in marketing, new product development and supply
chain/customer support in both chemical and medical companies.
Mr. Baldwin’s education includes:
- Harvard University - Executive Management Program
- London University - International Business Syllabus
- MBA - University of North Florida
- BBA - Georgia Southern University - Accounting/Finance
William P. Baldwin is passionate and committed to F.R.I.E.N.D.S. FAITH BASED CANCER
CARE, INC. Mr. Baldwin personally states, “There are many groups and
organizations that are about raising funds for research, which is needed, but might
be 10-20 years down the road before those affected by cancer are helped. F.R.I.E.N.D.S.,
INC. is totally unique in that we provide help 3for practical needs
that all those affected by this insidious disease have to endure. It is a privilege
for me to be on the Board of Directors of F.R.I.E.N.D.S., INC.”
Mr. Baldwin’s major accomplishments include turning-around failing chemical
businesses; acquiring, integrating and growing a large chemical/flavor and fragrance
business as well as the acquisition of over 10 companies and a successful IPO; establishing
global business unit and product line profitability reporting and establishing a
global customer supply chain function (customer service, production planning and
transportation groups). Also turned-around a medical business and grew an international
nutraceutical business. ational nutraceutical business.
Mr. Baldwin has also been Consultant to the Chemical, Manufacturing and Medical
Industries Working with Private Equity Groups such as Goldman Sachs, Credit Suisse
and SPG. Mr. Baldwin’s experience includes Mergers, Acquisitions and Divestitures,
Strategic Plan Development and Implementation, Profitability Analysis and Implementation.
Mr. Baldwin has successfully implemented Turn-Around With Emphasis On Improving
Earnings and People, IT Systems Management, Business Process Redesign plus International
Growth and Development.
Mr. Baldwin is currently holding the following positions: COO/Executive Vice-President
for Physicians Online – A Medical Billing Company that Increases the Cash
Flow and Income for Medical Doctors by utilizing Technology as well as Vice-President
Arboris LLC – Responsible for Strategic Growth and Development of a specialty
chemical company in the Nutraceutical industry serving Europe and Asia Pacific.
Mr. Baldwin has held executive officer positions in Arizona Chemical which is a
specialty chemical company with 11 manufacturing operations in the United States
and Europe and global sales coverage; as well as BUSH BOAKE ALLEN, Ltd., London,
United Kingdom where Mr. Baldwin had Global Responsibility for all Finance, Treasury
and Accounting of a $650 million, Multi-Divisional Specialty Chemical and Flavor/Fragrance
Business with Operations in 27 Countries.Mr. Baldwin enjoys travelling with his
beautiful wife Debbie as well as biking, and spending time with family and friends!
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Morris S. Dees, III, M.D. Oncologist, Vice President/Medical Director and Co-Founder
of F.R.I.E.N.D.S., INC.
Morris S. Dees, III, M.D. is board certified in Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine.
Born and raised in Montgomery, Alabama, he graduated from the Montgomery Academy.
Dr. Dees attended The University of Alabama, earning his Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary
Studies. Transferring to the University of Central Oklahoma, he received his Masters
in Counseling Psychology and then completed a Clinical Psychology Practicum at the
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Continuing his education, Dr. Dees
graduated with a Doctorate in Medicine from the University of Oklahoma Medical School
and completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Oklahoma Health
Sciences Center in Oklahoma City. He practiced as an internist and served as Chairman
of the Department of Medicine in a large multi-specialty group practice before earning
his Fellowship in Oncology at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine.
Dr. Dees has received numerous awards and honors including: The Chief Resident Award,
the Mead JThe Chief Resident Award, the Mead Johnson Pharmaceutical Society of Teachers,
the OU Family Medicine Honors Research Scholarship, and the Most Outstanding Psychology
Graduate Award. He was the Director of University Hospital Cancer Support Groups
and has authored such presentations as “Cancer and Psychosocial Issues: An
Evaluation of Support Groups” and “Genetics of Breast and Colon Cancer”.
His memberships include the Psi Chi Honor Society, the Duval County Medical Association
and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Recently, he was the recipient of
the prestigious HOPE award from the Beaches Division of the American Cancer Society.
Dr. Dees is noted for saying: “I knew that patients not only needed
the very best medicine and medical care – they needed a spiritual focus as
well! Again, I prayed to God to help me find a way to treat the whole person: the
body, the mind and the spirit. God listened and brought Rev. Lillian Elizabeth Barnhardt
Israel, a Minister and breast cancer patient to my office one day. We prayed together
for God to heal her and create something wonderful from her journey through cancer.
I asked her to write a prayer for cancer patients. This led to F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Faith
Based Cancer Care, Inc.Our group is a special place where God’s healing power
touches us all. We feel His love as we laugh and cry together. Now we want the world
to know they have a place to come for God’s comfort. We want everyone who
is affected by cancer to know there is hope and peace through God’s Holy Word.
Come and help us as we help others overcome and beat cancer once and for all!”
Dr. Dees has a special interest in the integration of science and spirituality in
relation to cancer treatment and recovery. In his free time, he likes golfing with
his son Taylor at the TPC Sawgrass golf course.
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Rev. Lillian Elizabeth Barnhardt Israel, President/Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of F.R.I.E.N.D.S.
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Today Rev. Lillian Elizabeth Barnhardt Israel's goal is for TODAY! Rev. Israel has
stated, "This is precious to me!" I want to continue to promote her organization,
help people, and promote positive attitudes and healing through spiritual well being
and a hands-on approach. She does this while working with the medical profession
to provide hope and excellent care.
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ATLANTIC BEACH, FL, July 26, 2011, Rev. Lillian Elizabeth Barnhardt Israel, President
and Chief Executive Officer of F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Christian Cancer Care, Inc., Author
of Friends in High Places and holds the position of Ordained Women's Minister.Rev.
Israel has been recognized by Cambridge Who’s Who for showing dedication, leadership
and excellence in counseling. Rev. Lillian Elizabeth Barnhardt Israel is also recognized
for her outstanding Administrative abilities while promoting team play as well as
networking with integrity and focused follow-through on details and all projects.
In 1991, Rev. Lillian Elizabeth Barnhardt Israel worked with the St. Johns County
School Board Chairman and was responsible for co-coordinating, writing and implementing
abstinence based curriculum for St. Johns County. She is the Web Administrator,
Author, and Co-Designer of the F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Christian Cancer Care Web Site as
well as the F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Testimony brochure that was copyrighted in 2007. She
also has been a faithful member to a non-denominational Christian Church for 25
years. Rev. Lillian Elizabeth Barnhardt Israel also implemented GriefShare at her
Beaches Church and at Baptist Medical Center Beaches. GriefShare is an international
ministry for those who have lost a loved one.
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Rev. Lillian Elizabeth Barnhardt Israel offers spiritual support and comfort to
anyone affected by cancer through F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Christian Cancer Care, Inc., which
she co-founded with the renown Oncologist Morris S. Dees, III, M.D. F.R.I.E.N.D.S.,
or “Friends Respond in Every Need Doing Something,” is a nonprofit organization
that provides free professional support services, including counseling and support
groups, education, financial assistance and practical help. Rev. Lillian Elizabeth
Barnhardt Israel is the Web administrator, author, and co-designer of the organization's
website.
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Rev. Lillian Elizabeth Barnhardt Israel is the author of the book Friends in High
Places, a Christian guide to fighting and overcoming cancer that is available on
the F.R.I.E.N.D.S. website: www.friendsccg.com She taught and counseled young adult
and adult women in her role as Women’s Minister for over 2-1/2 decades. Moreover,
she started the Beaches Labor Day 5K Run/Walk with F.R.I.E.N.D.S. in Atlantic Beach
to benefit cancer care and is responsible for organizing several other events for
those affected by cancer during the year. Attributing her success to her belief
that it is her purpose to help people, Rev. Lillian Elizabeth Barnhardt Israel became
involved in her current activities five years ago because she is a Stage 3 Cancer
OverComer, and she understands the importance of spiritual support and positivity
in addition to medical treatment.
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Rev. Lillian Elizabeth Barnhardt Israel has received a Master's Degree in Christian
Counseling from Covington Theological Seminary, as well as a Bachelor of Biblical
Studies. She is also an Ordained Minister. Rev. Elizabeth Barnhardt Israel is in
the process of completing a Doctorate of Religious Studies.
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Rev. Lillian Elizabeth Barnhardt Israel is the author of the book Friends in High
Places, a Christian guide to fighting and overcoming cancer that is available on
the F.R.I.E.N.D.S. website: www.friendsccg.com She teaches and counsels young adult
and adult women in her role as Women’s Minister at Beaches Chapel Church.
Moreover, she started the Beaches Labor Day 5K Run/Walk with F.R.I.E.N.D.S. in Atlantic
Beach to benefit cancer care and is responsible for organizing several other events
for those affected by cancer during the year.
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Mark A. Messinese, M.D., Internal Medicine, Chief of Staff Baptist Medical Center
Beaches and Board Medical Director of F.R.I.E.N.D.S.
Dr. Messinese is board certified in Internal Medicine and practices as a Family
Physician in the Jacksonville Beaches Area. He was born and raised in Jacksonville,
Florida before graduating from the University of Florida, Gainesville with a degree
in Microbiology. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the American University
of the Caribbean and completed a residency in Internal Medicine at Memorial Hospital,
Johnstown, Pa and Temple University. Dr. Messinese served as chief resident and
clinical instructor in internal medicine for 4 years before returning to private
practice in the Beaches area in 1993.
Dr. Messinese is the former chairman of Medicine at Baptist Medical Center, Beaches
and presently serves as its Chief of Staff. He sits on the Board of the American
Red Cross Life Saving Corps and also serves as medical advisor. Dr. Messinese’s
volunteer efforts include Mission House Clinic, Jacksonville Beach Pop Warner Association,
The American Red Cross Life Saving Corps, and Fletcher High School football.
Dr. Messinese has a personal interest in Science and Faith integration and serves
as an officer of the local chapter of Reasons to Believe, an international Apologetics
ministry. This experience and many years of practice have taught him the importance
of treating the physical and spiritual needs of his patients and families as they
confront the challenges and uncertainties of illness. The ministry of F.R.I.E.N.D.S.
is just such a resource and fellowship for cancer patients to share their common
experiences and receive encouragement through hope and faith in God. Dr. Messinese
believes that God’s word teaches that no matter what circumstances we might face
we can be filled with hope that transcends this life.
Dr. Messinese is married to his lovely wife and partner Debbie who manages his medical
practice. Between them they have 5 children and enjoy spending their free time kayak
fishing, attending Gator football games, and spending time with their children.
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