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title: "Patrick Hughes to Lead Heart of Greater Cincinnati Campaign for AHA 2026–2027"
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published_at: "2026-09-01T20:14:00.000Z"
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# Patrick Hughes to Lead Heart of Greater Cincinnati Campaign for AHA 2026–2027
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- **Specialty:** [Cardiology](https://medichelpline.com/clinical-feed/cardiology.md)
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- **Source URL:** [Original Journal Publication](https://newsroom.heart.org/local-news/covington-attorney-leads-year-round-campaign-to-improve-health-in-greater-cincinnati)
- **Published At:** 2026-09-01T20:14:00.000Z
- **Evidence Rating:** Verified Feed
## Executive GIST (TL;DR)
- Patrick Hughes, managing partner of DBL Law, was named volunteer chair of the 2026–2027 **Heart of Greater Cincinnati** campaign for the **American Heart Association**. - Hughes is leading year-round, community-wide efforts to improve health and ensure equitable opportunities for full, healthy lives across Greater Cincinnati. - The campaign culminates with the Greater Cincinnati **Heart Ball** on February 27, 2027, at First Financial Center; the event is sponsored by St. Elizabeth Healthcare. - Hughes cites personal motivation: he lost his sister to heart disease, which drives his commitment to fighting heart disease and stroke and supporting families. - In his role at DBL Law, Hughes focuses on practical, business-minded legal counsel, growth, talent development, and aligning the firm with client and community priorities. - Hughes serves on several nonprofit and community boards, including the Life Learning Center, Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky, and the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. - Alyson Poling, Executive Director of the Greater Cincinnati AHA, praised Hughes’s community leadership, vision, and passion for improving well-being. - The Heart Ball evening will honor volunteers and patrons, include survivor stories, dinner, dancing and an auction; contact for event support or attendance is McKayla.Beavers@heart.org. - Media inquiries go to Lori Fovel (lori.fovel@heart.org); public inquiries can use AHA’s 1-800-AHA-USA1 number. The AHA describes itself as focused on equitable health, research funding, advocacy, and implementing proven solutions in science, policy and care.
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Covington attorney leads year-round campaign to improve health in Greater Cincinnati Published: September 01, 2026 # Covington attorney leads year-round campaign to improve health in Greater Cincinnati Patrick Hughes named 2026-2027 American Heart Association Heart of Greater Cincinnati chair [ ![facebook](https://newsroom.heart.org/media/themes/5cf02be72cfac21af0e27a3f/fonts/facebook.svg) Facebook ](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://newsroom.heart.org/local-news/covington-attorney-leads-year-round-campaign-to-improve-health-in-greater-cincinnati) [ ![twitter](https://newsroom.heart.org/media/themes/5cf02be72cfac21af0e27a3f/fonts/twitter.svg) Twitter ](http://twitter.com/share?text=Covington%20attorney%20leads%20year-round%20campaign%20to%20improve%20health%20in%20Greater%20Cincinnati&url=https://newsroom.heart.org/local-news/covington-attorney-leads-year-round-campaign-to-improve-health-in-greater-cincinnati) [ ![facebook](https://newsroom.heart.org/media/themes/5cf02be72cfac21af0e27a3f/fonts/linkedin.svg) LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://newsroom.heart.org/local-news/covington-attorney-leads-year-round-campaign-to-improve-health-in-greater-cincinnati) ![facebook](https://newsroom.heart.org/media/themes/5cf02be72cfac21af0e27a3f/fonts/envelope-fill.svg) Email [ ![facebook](https://newsroom.heart.org/media/themes/5cf02be72cfac21af0e27a3f/fonts/printer-fill.svg) Print ](https://newsroom.heart.org/local-news/covington-attorney-leads-year-round-campaign-to-improve-health-in-greater-cincinnati?print=1) CINCINNATI, August 25, 2026 — Through the American Heart Association’s Heart of Greater Cincinnati campaign, Patrick Hughes, volunteer chair and Managing Partner of DBL Law will lead community-wide efforts to help ensure every individual has the opportunity for a full, healthy life. The Heart of the City campaign culminates at the Greater Cincinnati Heart Ball on Saturday, February 27, 2027 at First Financial Center. The Heart Ball is an annual celebration of hope and progress made through the dedication and passion of all who support the American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of health for everyone everywhere. Hughes is passionate about the American Heart Association’s mission because he lost his sister far too young to heart disease, an experience that continues to drive his commitment to fighting heart disease and stroke and helping families live longer, healthier lives. “It’s a great honor to serve in this role,” said Hughes. “I look forward to working with our incredible team of volunteers and the American Heart Association to drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy and care for healthier people and communities. Creating lasting impact takes all of us — and together, we can build a healthier future for every person in Greater Cincinnati.” As Managing Partner of DBL Law, Hughes leads the firm with a focus on delivering practical, business-minded legal counsel and consistent client experience across the organization. He works closely with the firm’s attorneys and leadership team to support growth, develop talent, and keep DBL Law aligned around what matters most to its clients and communities Recently, Hughes was appointed to the Board of Directors for the Life Learning Center, a non-profit organization and United Way partner agency. Hughes also serves on the Board of Directors for Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky and on the Board of the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. “Patrick Hughes brings exceptional vision and energy as respected community leader. His commitment to the American Heart Association’s mission, combined with a clear passion for improving the well-being of our community, makes him an outstanding choice to lead this year’s campaign,” said Alyson Poling, Executive Director of the Greater Cincinnati American Heart Association “We welcome Patrick as chair of the Heart of Greater Cincinnati campaign, which unites leaders across our community to advance health and hope for everyone, everywhere.” The 2027 Heart Ball is sponsored by St. Elizabeth Healthcare. Throughout the evening, the Heart Association will honor volunteers and patrons, share survivor stories and entertain guests with dinner, dancing and an auction. For more information on how to support or attend the Greater Cincinnati Heart Ball, visit contact McKayla.Beavers@heart.org. **###** **About the American Heart Association** The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. 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