Austin Hatcher Foundation Welcomes Taylor Vinson as New Chief Operating Officer

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• Foundation expands leadership team with new COO position

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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (October 1, 2025) - The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer is proud to announce the addition of Taylor Vinson as its new Chief Operating Officer, effective September 2025.

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At the Foundation, Vinson will oversee daily operations, implement strategic plans, processes, and policies, as well as organizational growth–driving efforts to support families impacted by pediatric cancer with even greater impact.

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With a distinguished career in business leadership and community impact, Vinson brings a wealth of experience to the Austin Hatcher Foundation team. A proud graduate of Auburn University with a degree in Business Administration, she has held the position of Vice President at Lee-Smith, Inc. and Idealease of Chattanooga since 2018 and 2019, respectively. In these roles, Vinson guided both companies to earn industry recognition and individually earned a coveted spot in the Idealease General Managers President’s Club.

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“I’m so honored to join the Austin Hatcher Foundation," said Vinson. “From the moment I got to know this team, I could feel the passion they have for the families we serve, and that energy is contagious. The work being done here truly changes lives, and it’s a privilege to be part of it. I look forward to helping us grow, strengthen what’s already in place, and continue creating a future where every family has the support they need during and after pediatric cancer.”

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Beyond her professional accomplishments, Vinson is an active philanthropist and community leader. She is a graduate of Leadership Chattanooga and Greater Chattanooga’s WE Project.

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The Austin Hatcher Foundation is thrilled to welcome Taylor Vinson to its executive leadership team and looks forward to the impact her leadership will bring to the organization’s growth and mission.

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About the Austin Hatcher Foundation: The Austin Hatcher Foundation is a nationally recognized leader in psycho-oncology care, providing innovative, evidence-based services for families facing pediatric cancer. Through a holistic approach, the Foundation supports the emotional, mental, and social well-being of children, siblings, and parents—ensuring families have the resources to heal and thrive during and after treatment. Learn more at hatcherfoundation.org.

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Media Contact:

Katey Koon, Marketing Manager

katey@hatcherfoundation.org

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