Christopher M. Barnett, CLA ’10, founder of ABA Centers and active member of the College of Public Health's Board of Visitors, was recently named the winner of the 2024 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Overall National Award. His groundbreaking work in autism care is changing thousands of lives, and his strong connection to Temple University has been a key part of his journey. From dropping out of high school to building one of the fastest-growing healthcare providers in the nation, Barnett’s unwavering perseverance has been fueled by his family, his alma mater—and his enduring commitment to the 1 in 36 children affected by autism nationwide. Read the full story here!