Creative Visions Leader to Undergo Surgery

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Contact: Michael Sadler, Creative Visions Board Chair (515) 991-5449

For Immediate Distribution

UPDATE 10/17/11:

Ako has been discharged from the hospital and is resting comfortably at home. Ako expresses  his gratitude for all of the calls, flowers, and support during his illness.

Creative Visions’ founder and CEO Ako Abdul –Samad is scheduled to undergo surgery to remove a brain tumor.  The tumor was discovered after Abdul-Samad was admitted to the hospital last week complaining of a headache and dizziness.

“I am fortunate that the tumor was discovered before causing any permanent damage and doctors have assured me that I can expect a full recovery. I am looking forward to resuming my duties at Creative Visions and the legislature within a very short time. I wish to thank all who have called and visited me and Creative Visions to wish me well. “said Abdul- Samad.

In Abdul- Samad’s absence, Creative Visions’ day to day management and duties will be assumed by Creative Visions’ COO, LaVon Stennis Williams , announced Board Chair, Michael Sadler.

The community is invited to stop by Creative Visions to sign a Community Message of Hope and Well Wishes.