Peter Ames

Peter Ames is an accomplished public health professional with extensive experience in leadership and advocacy. Currently serving as the Executive Director at the Foundation for Healthy Communities since August 2017, Peter previously held multiple key roles at the American Cancer Society from August 2005 to June 2017, including Senior Director of State Health Systems, Vice President of Health Initiatives, and Director of Government Relations and Advocacy, where skills in lobbying were utilized. Peter's educational background includes a Master of Public Health in Public Health Education and Promotion from The George Washington University (2002-2004) and a Bachelor of Science in Health Management and Policy from the University of New Hampshire (1998-2001).