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 and 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!