Riley Blount and Henry Walker Named to Grady Health Foundation Board

Grady Health Foundation has named Riley Blount and Henry Walker to its board of directors. With their extensive experience and leadership, Blount and Walker will play instrumental roles in shaping the strategic direction and driving the continued success of the Foundation.

The leadership provided by the Board helps guide the Foundation’s vision of ensuring Grady Health System has the resources and community support necessary to sustain excellence in patient care, foster medical innovation, train medical professionals, and improve the overall health of our community.

Riley Blount, currently serving as the Vice President of External Affairs at AT&T, brings expertise in public policy, economic development, and community engagement. In her role at AT&T, Blount spearheads initiatives that foster investment, innovation, and improved quality of life for individuals across Georgia. Blount also serves on several boards, including the Atlanta Fire Rescue Foundation, Committee for a Better Atlanta, COR, and Council for Quality Growth. She is a proud graduate of Auburn University.

Henry Walker is the Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP. As the head of an international law firm boasting over 600 lawyers across 20 offices, Walker is well-versed in overseeing strategic direction and fueling growth. With a strong background in complex commercial litigation, particularly in the technology and telecommunications sectors, Walker's experience extends over 30 years. He has successfully counseled clients on risk mitigation and preventing litigation in their business endeavors. Walker is an esteemed business community member and has served on the State Bar Board of Governors since 1995. He has also held positions such as President of the Younger Lawyers Division and Chair of the Georgia Chamber's Law and Judiciary Committee.

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