10/09/2024
By Hannah Monbleau

Zac Clark is a distinguished mental health, wellness and addiction recovery advocate, motivational speaker, philanthropist and business executive. He is the founder and CEO of Release Recovery, a premiere substance use disorder and mental health organization with multiple facilities throughout New York. The organization provides comprehensive care with transitional living, interventions, case management, and essential family and recovery support services. Most recently, Release Recovery expanded its services in Westchester, NY, providing Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization (PHP) services for those affected by substance use disorder and mental health issues.

In 2020, Zac gained widespread recognition by openly discussing his addiction and recovery journey on ABC’s “The Bachelorette.” He uses his social media platform to spread hope and raise awareness about mental health and addiction issues, especially among young people. As a prominent behavioral healthcare speaker, Zac regularly addresses audiences at colleges, large conferences, high profile panels and keynotes, blending his personal and professional experiences to inspire crowds of all sizes.

This event will be held on Oct. 22 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Coburn 255.

All faculty & staff are invited to join this presentation. Please RSVP via email to involvement@uml.edu.