The 2023 Phacilitate Lifetime Achievement Award, voted for by the Phacilitate community and our judges, was awarded to Dr Carl June for his groundbreaking work in the development of the CAR-T therapy that cured not only industry-known names such as Bill Ludwig and Emily Whitehead – who this year celebrated 10 years ‘cancer-free’ – but a subsequent 1,500+ patients around the world. Tom Whitehead presented the award, commenting on Dr June’s simultaneous ‘hero’ and ‘friend’ status within his family, and the honor he felt in being able to present the award itself. In preparation for presenting this award, the Phacilitate team interviewed colleagues, and put together a heart warming tribute shared exclusively at the ceremony.