The First Annual Carolyn Potter
Endowed Lecture
featuring
Laura Heacock, MD
Associate Professor of Radiology and Director of Clinical Breast MRI,
NYU Langone Health
"AI in Risk Prediction and Cancer Detection"
This inaugural lecture is presented in memory of our beloved colleague, long-time Director, Events Chair, and cherished friend, Carolyn Carpentieri Potter AB '63.
Join us for an evening of Mediterranean treats, classical harp music, bagpipes,
and insights from our AI researcher physician.
Friday, October 24, 2025
6:00 PM - Appetizers, Drinks, & Music
7:00 PM - Lecture
Tideline Ocean Resort
2842 South Ocean Blvd | Palm Beach | 33480
Carolyn Potter Endowed Lecture
In honor of the late Carolyn Potter, who dedicated many years of service as our Club's Director and Events Chair, we are pleased to announce the establishment of the Carolyn Potter Endowed Lecture. This endowment aims to create a lasting tribute to Carolyn's commitment to our community that reflects her passions and contributions.
Initially envisioned as a lecture focused on oncology and other health concerns, it will also reflect Carolyn's interests, exploring topics related to culture, the arts, and music, at the discretion of the Harvard Club of the Palm Beaches' board. This annual lecture will serve as a tribute to Carolyn’s commitment to community engagement and her enthusiasm for hosting diverse events.
The endowment will provide funding for distinguished speakers, educational materials, and outreach efforts related to the chosen topics, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of these important issues within our community. Together, we will honor Carolyn's memory and continue her legacy of service and dedication to our alumni family.
About Laura Heacock, MD, FSBI
Breast imager by training, AI/ML researcher and enthusiast by choice, Dr. Heacock looks at the future of radiology and cancer detection through the lens of cutting-edge AI in risk prediction, fusing generative and traditional AI in multimodal models. She completed her radiology residency, chief residency and fellowship in breast imaging at NYU Langone Health, where she now serves as Associate Professor of Radiology and Director of Clinical Breast MRI. She was elected a Fellow of the Society of Breast Imaging in 2023 for her contributions to breast MRI and AI research. She lives in West Palm Beach with her husband and three children.
About Oliver Chase
Oliver began playing harp when he was nine while at Interlochen Center for the Arts for a summer ballet program and has since trained with professional harpist Kay Kemper. He is currently a junior at the A.W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts.
About Stephen Pack
Stephen is an amateur competitive piper who plays at Scottish Highland Games events and just recently won two bronze medals at the World Championships. His kilt is his deceased father Neville's (ancient MacNeill of Barra tartan) and his ancient pipes were made around 1880 and played by the legendary William Ross, piper to Queen Victoria. Stephen grew up in the suburbs of Detroit where he started the pipes at the age of nine. He is a graduate of Princeton and HBS.
COST:
Harvard Club of the Palm Beaches Members: $60.00 per person (plus one guest allowed at member rate)
Thank you for your continued support.
Regional Club Members: $60.00 per person (plus one guest allowed at member rate)
Thank you for supporting your local Harvard Club.
MIT and Yale Alumni: $60.00 per person (plus one guest allowed at MIT/Yale alumni rate)
Guests: $75.00 per person
Non-members pay full price for event tickets.
Consider joining! Alumni membership dues start at a modest $50 per year.
All sales are final. No refunds.
Questions?
Contact the Club Administrator, Ruth Friedman at harvardclub.pb@gmail.com