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**Arizona State University Celebrates Founders' Day by Honoring Alumni Achievements**

Tempe, Arizona – Arizona State University (ASU) marked its annual Founders' Day by recognizing the extraordinary accomplishments of its alumni. This year, Mark McKenna, a 2002 graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from the W. P. Carey School of Business, was awarded the 2025 Alumni Achievement Award.

Mark McKenna is a seasoned biotech entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in the pharmaceutical, medical technology, and diagnostics industries. As the founder, chairman, and CEO of Mirador Therapeutics, McKenna has been at the forefront of driving innovation aimed at improving patient care and outcomes. His leadership achievements also include overseeing significant growth at Prometheus Biosciences and holding key positions at Bausch Health and Salix Pharmaceuticals.

The Founders' Day event celebrates ASU’s rich heritage, honors the achievements of its alumni, and looks forward to future innovations. For more information about the event and its honorees, visit [alumni.asu.edu/founders-day](http://alumni.asu.edu/founders-day).

Source: Arizona State University Alumni

Source Type: College

Source Location: Tempe

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