Stoller, P: Climbing the Mountain

Paul Stoller is Professor of Anthropology at West Chester University and has been conducting anthropological research for more than 30 years in West Africa (Niger) and among African immigrants in New York City. This body of research has resulted in the publication of 12 books, which include ethnographies, memoirs, a biography, and collections of academic essays. His most recent work, published in October 2014, is Yaya's Story: The Quest for Well-Being in the World. In April 2013, the King of Sweden, Carl XVI Gustav, awarded him the 2013 Anders Retzius Gold Medal for his significant scientific contributions to anthropology.Mitch Stoller is the executive director of the American Association for Cancer Research Foundation. In his role, Stoller leads the strategic direction and execution of the foundation to maximize the development and expansion of fundraising, marketing, and communications in the support of cancer research.For 30 years Stoller has been dedicated to being an "Agent of Change" by solving complex strategic challenges in the nonprofit sector. He has had the honor of working with a variety of distinguished organizations during his career including the American Association for Cancer Research, the Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Foundation, LiveStrong Foundation, and Safe Kids Worldwide. He currently serves on the board of directors of the Players Development Academy.