Larry R. Holden

Larry R. Holden is the president and CEO of the Global Liver Institute. He has spent most of his personal and professional life acting as a public servant in a variety of capacities. He has a special connection to liver health, as several of his family members are affected by it and continue to face ongoing struggles. A tireless advocate for the patient's voice, he now uses his years of political experience and his vast network of congressional contacts to serve the public good. Mr. Holden served for over a decade in politics and policy positions in Washington, D.C. In that time, he worked for U.S. Sen. Hank Brown (CO), helped negotiate international security agreements with foreign governments, started a political Internet company, served as Chief of Staff to U.S. Congressman Shays (CT), and was president of the Medical Device Manufacturers Association. In addition to his political work, Mr. Holden has over 15 years of experience creating and running small businesses. He started three for-profit businesses that were all sold successfully to investors. He believes that using for-profit models to drive efficiencies in the nonprofit world gives charities the best chance for success and the best outcomes for the patients served. Believing strongly in servant leadership, he guides, counsels, and mentors many in the field.

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