Vetted Solutions Recruits CEO for GO2 for Lung Cancer
September 24, 2026 – Washington, D.C.-based Vetted Solutions has placed David Benson as the new CEO of GO2 for Lung Cancer. “David is an exceptional leader with a deep commitment to improving the lives of people affected by cancer,” said GO2 board president Rick Sherlock. “His collaborative leadership style, strategic vision, and ability to build meaningful partnerships make him the right person to lead GO2 into our next chapter. David has a proven ability to unite volunteers, donors, healthcare leaders, and community partners around a shared purpose, and his deep understanding of the cancer landscape will help accelerate GO2’s work to improve survival and quality of life for everyone impacted by lung cancer. The board is excited to welcome David and looks forward to working alongside him as we continue building on GO2’s momentum.”
Mr. Benson brings more than 27 years of executive leadership experience advancing patient-centered cancer care through innovation, philanthropy, strategic partnerships, and organizational transformation.
Prior to joining GO2, Mr. Benson served as executive vice president of the American Cancer Society, where he led one of the organization’s largest regional operations, overseeing fundraising, operations, and volunteer engagement across 17 states. Under his leadership, the organization strengthened corporate alliances, expanded fundraising initiatives, and secured major philanthropic investments that generated hundreds of millions of dollars to support patients, caregivers, research, advocacy, and cancer prevention efforts.
Throughout his tenure, Mr. Benson partnered closely with volunteers, corporate leaders, philanthropists, healthcare organizations, and community partners to expand patient support programs, accelerate research, and drive significant growth in charitable giving. His leadership is widely recognized for building high-performing teams, fostering trusted relationships, and bringing people together around a common vision to create lasting impact.
In his new role, Mr. Benson will build on GO2’s strong momentum by ensuring people affected by lung cancer remain at the center of the organization’s work while advancing research, strengthening advocacy, expanding access to lung cancer screening and high-quality care, and providing the support and resources patients and families need.
“I am honored to join GO2 for Lung Cancer,” said Mr. Benson. “I was drawn to GO2 because of its extraordinary impact and unwavering commitment to improving the lives of people affected by lung cancer. The organization has earned a reputation for turning compassion into action through research, advocacy, patient support, and efforts to expand access to screening and high-quality care. I look forward to building on that strong foundation as we continue expanding our reach and ensuring every person affected by lung cancer has the support and resources they need.”
GO2 for Lung Cancer is a non-profit organization focused on lung cancer research, patient support, education, and advocacy. Formed through the merger of the GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer and Lung Cancer Alliance, the organization works to improve survival rates and quality of life for people affected by the disease by funding research initiatives, providing patient resources, promoting early detection, and advocating for increased access to care and treatment options.
Vetted Solutions, a specialist in conducting non-profit, government, and association sector recruiting assignments, focuses on recruiting board members, CEOs and senior staff positions for prominent and well-known organizations nationwide. Recent searches that the firm has conducted include executive director for the Association for Creative Industries, chief operating officer for the American Society for Microbiology, executive director for the Society of Exploration Geophysicists, and executive director of the American Academy of Optometry.
Jim Zaniello, the firm’s president and founder, has worked for more than two decades in positions ranging from non-profit executive director to publisher of a leading tool for non-profit executive search. He is also known to have an intimate understanding of the complex demands of the executive office through his own experience as executive director at several associations and non-profits.
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Vetted Solutions recently assisted in the recruitment of Vicki Worden as the new CEO of CoreNet Global. “Vicki Worden demonstrates exemplary leadership through her collaborative approach,” said Jamie Leary-Erickson, CoreNet Global board chair. “Vicki’s extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and commercial real estate sectors, combined with her global perspective and passion for advancing industry standards, make her uniquely qualified to lead CoreNet Global into its next chapter of growth and innovation.”
“Vicki Worden is recognized for an inclusive, relationship-driven leadership style,” said Michelle Myer, CoreNet Global CEO selection committee chair. “Her proven ability to engage stakeholders will undoubtedly strengthen partnerships with our board, staff, chapters, and all members, preparing CoreNet Global for future success. We are excited for the progress and growth Vicki will deliver for our organization.”
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Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
