A mission-driven leader with more than three decades of experience spanning organ donation and transplantation, grief support, strategic communications, nonprofit management, government service, and academic theology, Eric Fought brings rare depth and breadth to the work of saving lives and supporting those who grieve.
Holding a Master of Divinity and a doctorate in practical theology, Fought combines rigorous academic formation with frontline experience — serving individuals, families, and institutions at some of life’s most profound and difficult moments. A skilled communicator and natural collaborator, he works effectively across diverse constituencies, translating complex concepts into clear, compelling language for a wide range of audiences.
As a passionate advocate for organ, tissue, and eye donation, Fought has guided donor families and healthcare teams through transformative decisions, offering expertise and compassionate presence where hope and loss intersect. This commitment extends into hospital, community, and congregational settings, where he has long provided grief care, crisis support, and a steady presence to those navigating uncertainty.
Fought brings particular expertise in crisis communications and crisis management, with a distinguished record of navigating complex, high-profile incidents at the local, regional, and national levels — earning trust through clarity, composure, and sound judgment under pressure.