Becky Kamowitz, a decade’s long executive of national non-profit The Skin Cancer Foundation, has been named Executive Director. Kamowitz most recently served as interim Executive Director and Senior Director of Marketing Communications for the Foundation. She succeeds Dan Latore, who was the Executive Director from 2016 until last year.
Based in midtown Manhattan, the Foundation is committed to decreasing the incidence and mortality of the world’s most common cancer through public education.
“I’ve dedicated much of my career to the Foundation because I care deeply about our mission and the people who look to us for answers in their time of need,” said Kamowitz in a press release. “The goal of every nonprofit is to solve a problem and eventually not be needed anymore. While we all aspire to one day live in a world without skin cancer, until then, we’ll lead the fight against this disease by advocating for behavioral changes, policy updates and medical advancements that can save lives.”
Public education and advocacy are at the heart of Kamowitz’ work, which has included developing the messaging and strategy for the Foundation’s The Big See campaign, which focused on educating consumers about the importance of skin exams and early detection. The campaign has earned more than $67 million in donated advertising since June 2019. She also developed the concept and marketing strategy for Destination Health Skin, the Foundation’s mobile skin cancer screening and education program that recruits dermatologists to provide free skin exams and educational materials to those in need.
Kamowitz has 20 years of experience working in support of nonprofits. Prior to joining The Skin Cancer Foundation, she was with DKMS – We Delete Blood Cancer, an international bone marrow donor center where she bolstered the organization’s donor registration, retention and education efforts. She began her career with agency work focused exclusively on nonprofits.
For years The Skin Cancer Foundation has worked closely with the beauty industry and media to provide lifesaving information regarding skin cancer. Notable partnerships of 2024 included a content partnership with HealthCentral, which worked to raise awareness regarding skin cancer in “Skin of Color.” The SCF also partnered with Refinery29 on the “Sun Blocked” global sun safety campaign that brought awareness to skin cancer risks related to tanning — both indoor and outdoor. Its 2024 “Champions for Change” Gala raised funds to support educational campaigns, community programs, and research initiatives. Corporate Council members from EltaMD Skin Care, LaRoche-Posay, L’Oreal Dermatological Beauty, Shiseido Americas, Bubble Skincare, and Eau Thermale Avéne sponsored the event. Shiseido Americas CEO Ron Gee was honored with the Champions for Change award during the 2024 program.
