Keith Leaphart
Keith Leaphart (born February 9, 1975) is an American entrepreneur, philanthropist and physician. Leaphart is the Chair of the Lenfest Foundation, CEO of Replica Creative and founder of Philanthropi, a fintech company.
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Born | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | February 9, 1975
Education | Hampton University (BA) Saint Joseph's University (MBA) Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) |
Occupation | Entrepreneur Philanthropist Physician |
Spouse(s) | Ebonne Ruffins |
Children | 1 |
Early Life
Leaphart was born and raised in West Oak Lane, Philadelphia.[1] Starting at the age of 10, Leaphart was used by drug dealers as a runner, but by age 12, Leaphart had become a Paperboy.[2] As part of a desegregation program, Leaphart and his sister were bused to an elementary school in Northeast Philly. Leaphart was a student in the School District of Philadelphia and graduated from Central High School.[3]
Leaphart received a scholarship to attend Hampton University where he graduated in 1996 with a degree in biology. In 2003, he graduated from Saint Joseph's University and the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine with a dual degree.[4] He served as an administrative intern at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children and served his residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.[5]
Career
Upon completing his residency, Leaphart aimed to become the CEO of a hospital. However, he had already founded a successful cleaning company while in medical school. While running the cleaning company, Leaphart was cleaning the office of Philadelphia billionaire and philanthropist, Gerry Lenfest. They then became good friends and business partners.[6]
In 2007, Leaphart explored running for Congress and had an exploratory committee funded by Lenfest. However, Leaphart opted not to run and instead focused on ways the private sector can help Philadelphians.[7]
With a loan from Lenfest, Leaphart bought Replica Creative, a design and print firm, in 2009. He turned the company into a leading competitor in the digital economy and Replica Creative recognized as a leading small business in Philadelphia by Mayor Michael Nutter.[8][9]
Since 2013, Leaphart has served as the chair of the Lenfest Foundation, where he works to help disadvantaged youth in Philadelphia.[10] Similarly, Leaphart serves on the board of the Philadelphia Media Network, the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce and Comcast's external Joint Diversity Advisory Council.[11]
Leaphart's accomplishments in helping Philadelphia's youth and local economy were recognized when he was awarded the Vision for Philadelphia Award in 2013.[12]
In 2018, Leaphart launched Philanthropi, a fintech company that helps donors track their charitable contributions and find new charitable causes to support.[13]
Personal Life
Leaphart is still a licensed physician and works at Bryn Mawr Rehab during the nights and weekends. He lives in Overbrook Farms, Philadelphia and has one son, Jayden.[14][15]
References
- "Why Lenfest protege Keith Leaphart fights for at-risk youth". Generocity.org. Retrieved 2020-06-24.
- "Learning to Be Useful: A Wise Giver's Guide to Supporting Career and Technical Education". Philanthropy Roundtable. Retrieved 2020-06-24.
- "Replica Creative-Keith Leaphart". Replica Creative. Retrieved 2020-06-25.
- "Keith Leaphart, D.O. MBA '01". Saint Joseph's University. Retrieved 2020-06-25.
- "Meet A Brother Making A Difference, Dr. Keith Leaphart". Ask G Mills. Retrieved 2020-06-25.
- "H.F. Lenfest Made Fortune on Cable, Then Focused on Giving Most of It Away". Wall Street Journal. Retrieved 2020-06-25.
- "Local protege reflects on legacy of Gerry Lenfest". Philadelphia Tribune. Retrieved 2020-06-25.
- "An interview with Keith Leaphart of Replica Creative". Philadelphia Inquirer. Retrieved 2020-06-25.
- "Removable Wall Décor: Keith Leaphart's Replica Creative". Main Line Today. Retrieved 2020-06-25.
- "Keith Leaphart". Lenfest Institute. Retrieved 2020-06-25.
- "Meet Keith Leaphart, 21st century polymath and entrepreneur extraordinaire". Flying Kite Media. Retrieved 2020-06-25.
- "2013 Vision for Philadelphia Award". Philadelphia Magazine. Retrieved 2020-06-25.
- "New startup allows people to track their charitable efforts". Philadelphia Tribune. Retrieved 2020-06-25.
- "CEO File: Dr. Keith Leaphart". Philadelphia Business Journal. Retrieved 2020-06-25.
- "Kimmel Center Board of Directors Welcomes Four New Board Members 12/7". BroadwayWorld. Retrieved 2020-06-25.