Anjee Davis is President and Chief Executive Officer of Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC), a U.S. nonprofit focused on advocacy, education, patient support, research engagement, and policy initiatives for colorectal cancer. She joined the organization in 2011 and served as President from 2015 until her appointment as CEO in 2025. Under her leadership, Fight CRC has expanded its grassroots network to engage thousands of advocates nationwide and strengthened programs to improve prevention, screening, and patient care. Davis has overseen initiatives such as the One Million Strong awareness campaign and the State‑by‑State Catalyst Program, both designed to mobilize communities and drive evidence‑based policy change.
During her tenure, Davis has influenced national public health policy, contributing to the lowering of the recommended colorectal cancer screening age from 50 to 45 and supporting the passage of the Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act in 2020. She serves on advisory committees including the National Cancer Institute’s Clinical Trials and Translational Research Advisory Committee and the President’s Cancer Panel, advancing patient advocacy and research priorities at the national level.
The 100 CEOs featured here reflect the diversity and complexity of modern oncology leadership. In 2025, some lead the world’s largest cancer institutions; others guide specialized societies or emerging innovators. What unites them is responsibility: for millions of patients, for the integrity of science, and for the future direction of cancer care globally.
This list is not a celebration of power, but a recognition of stewardship, accountability, and impact – and of the leaders whose choices continue to shape the fight against cancer. For the many deserving individuals not mentioned in this list, we will continue to acknowledge, honor and elevate your voices in our daily publications from across the world.
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