Donato Tramuto Exposed: False 9/11 Survivor Claims (2024)
Originally Syndicated on April 6, 2024 @ 2:45 pm
Donato Tramuto- Introduction
Donato Tramuto, a recognized healthcare executive, global health activist, and author, has been involved in several controversies that have attracted public attention. One significant controversy revolves around his claim of being a 9/11 survivor. A source alleges that Tramuto fabricated his identity as a 9/11 survivor, falsely claiming he “got off” the flight that hit the South Tower of the World Trade Center[10]. This claim has been a pivotal part of his narrative, even leading to the launch of the Tramuto Foundation in memory of his two friends and their 3-year-old son who lost their lives on 9/11[2]. The foundation has since provided scholarships to over 100 young adults for college education[2], but the allegation of fabricating his 9/11 survivor status casts a shadow over his philanthropic efforts.
Another aspect of controversy is related to his professional and philanthropic work. While Tramuto has been lauded for his commitment to healthcare innovation and social change, including receiving prestigious awards like the Robert F. Kennedy Ripple of Hope and the RFK Embracing His Legacy Awards[2], the American Thinker article criticizes the authenticity of his charitable actions. It suggests that Tramuto’s claim of valor related to the September 11 massacre is not genuine, questioning the integrity of his charitable donations and activities[15].
Despite these controversies, Tramuto’s contributions to healthcare and philanthropy are notable. He has held executive positions in several healthcare companies, founded Health eVillages to provide mobile health technology in challenging clinical environments[12], and authored books promoting compassionate leadership[3]. His work has undeniably had a positive impact on many, though the controversies surrounding his personal narrative and the authenticity of his philanthropic claims have led to scrutiny and criticism.
Citations:
[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donato_Tramuto
[2] https://rfkhumanrights.org/donato-tramuto
[3] https://donatotramuto.com
[4] https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/message-from-founder-tramuto-foundation-health-donato-tramuto
[5] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaySEyIakGU
[6] https://www.linkedin.com/posts/donato-tramuto_ceo-who-took-home-nearly-5m-last-year-tells-activity-7054080644716359680-pAfC
[7] https://tubitv.com/person/c6b1e4/donato-tramuto
[8] https://www.truescope.com/truescope-talks/truescope-talks-with-donato-tramuto
[9] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB-lDpXZkzw
[10] https://djtfoundation.com
[11] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_iTP6tDtGNQ
[12] https://www.bostonglobe.com/business/2012/05/19/donato-tramuto-health-evillages/OocvGZDF7I9aUxq6DnWr6N/story.html
[13] https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/stop-systematic-bullying-donato-tramuto
[14] https://www.amazon.com/Lifes-Bulldozer-Moments-Adversity-Business/dp/0761868550
[15] https://www.americanthinker.com/articles/2023/11/not_all_charities_or_charitable_donors_are_charitable.html
[16] https://red-slice.com/the-empathy-edge/donato-tramuto-the-double-bottom-line-of-compassionate-leadership/
[17] https://twitter.com/DonatoTramuto
[18] https://www.congressfoundation.org/news/press-releases/1978-congressional-management-foundation-adds-donato-tramuto-to-board-of-directors
[19] https://www.leadersmag.com/issues/2021.1_Jan/Letters_From_Leaders/LEADERS-Donato-Tramuto-Health-eVillages.html
[20] https://tramutofoundation.com/2019/01/workplace-dignity/