On Saturday, March 20, Tim attended a black tie gala (fortunately, the tie was optional) for the Greater Boston Chapter of the National Spinal Cord Injury Association at the Hyatt. During the event, he was introduced to Frank Reynolds, Chairman & CEO of InVivo Therapeutics , based in Cambridge. After some conversation, Mr. Reynolds encouraged Tim to apply for an internship.
With a sense of urgency that made the old man proud, Tim put together a resume and cover letter and arranged an interview with Mr. Reynolds for Tuesday. We had dinner Tuesday night when I was in Boston and Tim let me know that he had not been approved for an internship. Instead, he had been hired for a part time job, working in the lab and assisting with research on the effects of various treatments on spinal cord injuries. He was required to sign a confidentiality agreement, so I won't be learning too many specifics.
This is a fantastic opportunity for Tim, to say the least. I encourage you to view the company's web site and learn more. The neat part is that Mr. Reynolds also suffered a SCI, back in 1992 and long story short (it's all on the site) he had a successful rehabilitation. He started this company in 2005, "dedicated to finding solutions through research and strategies to treat and improve the quality of life for those living with SCI." His familiarity with Tim's condition will allow Tim the flexibility to manage this job through the variety of inconveniences that he is faced with from time to time. Early in his rehabilitation, Tim knew that he wanted to make his life work in this field. This is truly a dream come true for him.
He started work today - Friday, March 26 - and will be working ten hours per week for the time being. Needless to say, he is very excited. So are we.
awesome!! Tim, you're gonna learn a lot, grow a lot and contribute so much to this company... and everyone who benefits from their work fantastic -- Mati
ReplyDeleteOk, this is just so GREAT! Cannot believe we haven't found an opportunity to meet Tim yet, but hope the day comes soon. Would love to congratulate him in person and tell him how impressive and inspiring he is! Best of luck w/ the new gig, Tim!
ReplyDeleteWow Tim! That is fabulous! And they are lucky to have you.
ReplyDeleteWe knew you would put that brain power to work for something in this field but we're thrilled that it has happened so quickly!
Congrats again!
Much love, Mary D. and the O'Malley family :)
Great News and a great opportunity. I was looking for the black tie......guess that will come later!
ReplyDeleteYour creative spirit, courageous mind, and compassionate heart provide a chord of three strands that binds up and heals form the inside out.
Our prayers and thoughts remain with you as the spirit of Reagan who so appreciated you and your patience with him.
Way to go,
Don and Debbie
Way to go, Tim! :D
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