St. Mary’s names Aaron James to lead Foundation

St. Mary’s Healthcare has hired a philanthropy professional as their new Director of the St. Mary’s Healthcare System Foundation.

Aaron James comes to St.Mary’s with more than 20 years of experience in organizations such as the Rheumatology Research Foundation and the Georgia Aquarium.

St. Mary’s spokesman Mark Ralston tells WLHR News James that will lead philanthropy and fundraising for the entire St. Mary’s ministry, including all three hospitals, hospice services, and other components of the system.

He will also be the lead liaison with St. Mary’s Foundation boards and will work closely with Auxiliaries at the three hospitals.

“Aaron is a highly creative and results-driven professional with tremendous
experience in non-profit philanthropy,” said Montez Carter, St. Mary’s Health
Care System President and CEO. “He brings a deep passion for creating win-
win situations that bring together philanthropists of all levels with worthwhile
organizations such as St. Mary’s. We are very proud to have him as part of our
team.”

“I’m excited and humbled to be serving a healthcare organization with a mission committed to providing
cutting-edge technology and access to quality healthcare in three wonderful communities,” James said.

James comes to St. Mary’s from Johns Creek, Ga., where he most recently served as vice president of philanthropy for the Rheumatology Research Foundation. I

In addition, James has held leadership positions with Growing Leaders, East Lake Foundation, Georgia Aquarium, and Mount Vernon School, all in Atlanta, and has consulted with Soccer in the Streets and the Captain Planet Foundation.

His extensive community involvement includes service on the Atlanta Sports Council and the University of Georgia Board of Visitors.