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The Cancer Hope Network has selected Jim to receive the Michael Kzirian Award for his volunteer work as a Peer Mentor with the Cancer Hope Network and for his book "I'm Not done Yet," which has helped thousands of cancer patients navigate their journey with the disease. Jim enjoys "coaching" his patients through their treatment and being a resource for them to reduce their fears as they begin treatment.

Jim was the keynote speaker at Salem University's Commencement ceremony on April 24, 2026 at the Robinson Grand Theater in Clarksburg, WV. With a speech theme called "Lessons Learned" Jim provided an inspiring speech to the graduates that was well received by the Administration, Graduates and their Families.  Here is the link for you to watch Jim's speech: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kbfrgc9xvA&t=3145s

Jim's episode of the TV show "Legacy Makers" is LIVE. Streaming now on AppleTV you can check out Jim's episode on demand. Or you can watch it here by clicking on the link below:

https://insidesuccess.tv/programs/legacymakerstv_jim-gano?category_id=237591

Jim received the 2025 Exemplar Award from his alma mater Salem University (Salem, WV) known previously as Salem College at a ceremony on campus on October 3rd. This award recognizes Jim's service to the university, its alumni, and the local communities he works and lives in. You can read all about it here: https://www.wvnews.com/theet/news/salem-university-names-2025-alumni-award-winners/article_b5e4d852-2c22-40ba-b61c-9417d3105161.html

On July 26th, 2025 Jim received the International Impact Book Award for his latest book titled "I'm Not Done Yet" at a red carpet Gala celebration in Phoenix, Arizona.

Jim was recently interviewed on the red carpet at the International Impact Book Awards about his book, "I'm Not Done Yet" Check it out  by clicking the photo above. 

Jim recently appeared on the Living The Red Life podcast as part of the taping for his upcoming Legacy Makers Tv show episode. You can listen to the podcast here to learn more about Jim, Crown Trophy and his Recognize, reward & retain program.

https://insidesuccess.tv/programs/rl-jim-gano?category_id=230659

Jim was inducted into the Bridgewater-Raritan Athletic Hall of Fame in October of 2024. Jim earned varsity letters in 3 sports while attending B-R West but is most notably remembered for his contributions after graduation announcing football and basketball games for all high schools in the B-R system for over 42 years!

Click on the link below to read a nice article about Jim and the Marisa Tufaro Foundation

https://www.mycentraljersey.com/story/news/local/people/2023/04/05/hunterdon-county-trophy-flemington-nj/70056749007/

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This is a recording of my appearance on "The Author's Spot" podcast with K.E. Robinson talking about my book "The Player"

https://podcast.theauthorsspot.com/1973858/10874597 

Jim recently appeared on Michaela Birdyshaw's Podcast called "And All The Things" and you can listen to it here.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/33-jim-gano-all-the-things-the-power/id1648785584?i=1000636635750