Mark Head Honored by LIBN

South Nassau Communities Hospital recently announced that East Meadow resident Mark Head, Vice President of External Affairs, has been selected by Long Island Business News (LIBN) to the “50 or so around 50” Class of 2011. 

Honorees were recognized at an awards dinner at the Crest Hollow Country on Oct. 20.

In its second year, the LIBN “50 or so around 50” awards program recognizes dynamic professional men and women who are dedicated to the success of companies and organizations on Long Island, as well as to the well-being of the local communities throughout Nassau and Suffolk. Awardees are selected by a panel of business and community leaders based on the nominee’s business acumen and community involvement.

As Vice President of External Affairs, Head oversees all traditional and web marketing, public relations, publications and community relations for South Nassau Communities Hospital.

Thanks in part to his marketing expertise and ardent advocacy efforts, South Nassau enjoyed a banner year in 2010, increasing its admissions by almost 1,000 patients.  Head is also actively involved with a number of hospital committees, including Patient Experience, Master Facilities and Orthopedic Steering.

Committed to the well-being of others, Head is also involved with South Nassau’s SIBSPlace program – a free community service for children living with a sibling or parent who has cancer or another devastating illness. He recently volunteered many hours of his time providing direction regarding the artwork, grammar and cover design of a book published by SIBSPlace entitled, “Staying Afloat: A Support Guide to Help Parents and Well Siblings Cope with Family Illness.” 

He also gives generously to a number of human aid organizations, including Island Harvest and the Long Island GLBT Center.