Save the Date: Light the Night Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Fundraiser on Oct. 13
AMERICAN SYSTEMS has been a corporate sponsor of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night event for years, contributing financially and mustering strong employee participation. But this year, AMERICAN SYSTEMS Vice President and Director Matt Hostutler has added an extra level of commitment in his new role as executive committee member for the event
A Conversation with AMERICAN SYSTEMS’ John Steckel and LLS’ Melissa Foster on Making a Difference Through Light the Night
WashingtonExec recently spoke with leaders and supporters of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society about their work and the organization’s upcoming Light the Night fundraiser. The responses below are from Melissa Foster, campaign development manager of Light the Night for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Mid-Atlantic Region; and John Steckel, vice president of business development at
Leukemia Ball Lineup Features John Mulaney, The Legwarmers, Damien Escobar
The Leukemia Ball, one of the Washington, D.C., area’s most prominent charity events, will feature an entertainment lineup that includes a world-renowned violinist, an Emmy award-winning writer and comedian and an ’80s tribute band. The annual event on March 21 at the Marriott Marquis, Washington, D.C., raises funds for cancer research and patient programs funded
Leukemia Ball Set for March 21
Leukemia Ball Co-Chair Kimberly Russo is looking forward to an even bigger event this year as the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society prepares for its 33rd annual signature fundraising event on March 21. The ball will be at the Marriott Marquis in Washington, D.C. The entertainment lineup features headline comedian John Mulaney, local music legends The
Leukemia Ball Raises $3.2M to Help Create a World without Blood Cancers
This year marked the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society National Capital Area Chapter’s 32nd annual Leukemia Ball, a black-tie affair that brought together 1,800 guests and raised $3.2 million for LLS’ efforts helping to create a world without blood cancers. The March 14 ball took place at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in D.C. — a change from
29th Annual Leukemia Ball Raises $3.25M, Draws More Than 2,000 Attendees
The 29th Annual Leukemia Ball, presented by PhRMA, raised $3.25 million for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). The event was held March 12 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. “The LLS is doing life-saving work, and we’re proud to support them,” Baker Tilly Executive Managing Partner Ed Offterdinger said. “They touch a lot
29th Annual Leukemia Ball Preview with Event Co-Chairman Ed Offterdinger
The 29th Annual Leukemia Ball, presented by PhRMA, will be held March 12, 2016, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Ed Offterdinger, Executive Managing Partner at Baker Tilly, and Wayne Berson, CEO of BDO will co-chair the event. WashingtonExec spoke with Offterdinger about what attendees can expect, how small businesses can get involved and
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night Walk Saturday, Oct. 3
Support is needed for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLC) 2015 Light the Night Walks. Money raised from this event will go to support critical clinical research to find cures to all blood cancers. The first Light the Night walk will take place on October 3rd in Reston Town Center. The goal for this year
PhRMA’s John Castellani Gives Attendees a 2015 Leukemia Ball Sneak Peek
On Saturday, March 28, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) will host its 2015 Leukemia Ball. This annual black-tie event starts at 6:30 p.m. and will be held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, in Washington, D.C. The evening will include entertainment from Michael Cavanaugh and Howie Mandel, along with a reception, silent auction, dinner,
SAVE THE DATE: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society to Host 2015 Leukemia Ball, March 28
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society will host its 2015 Leukemia Ball on Saturday, March 28, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, in Washington, D.C. The black-tie event starts at 6:30 p.m. The program for the evening includes entertainment from Michael Cavanaugh and Comedian Jim Gaffigan, along with a reception, silent auction, dinner, Mercedes-Benz raffle
WashingtonExec Weekly E-Magazine: News You Need to Know
This week’s WashingtonExec E-Magazine brings you the latest information about a K-12 STEM Symposium for the National Capital Region on March 8. The all-day, free event will bring more than 500 people — members of the industry, students, teachers and parents — together for an informative look at science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) opportunities
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society to Honor Bobby Mitchell with Lifetime Achievement Award
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) will honor NFL Hall of Fame member and longtime volunteer Bobby Mitchell with The James L. Eichberg Lifetime Achievement Award, in recognition of his dedication to the mission of LLS and overall support of the Washington, D.C. community. PhRMA will formally present Mitchell with the award at the 2014
The 26th Annual Leukemia Ball Raises $2.75 Million for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
The 26th Annual Leukemia Ball raised $2.75 million for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), Saturday March 23rd at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. The proceeds will benefit LLS and its mission cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life for those suffering from blood cancers. The ball was presented
Leukemia Ball Co-Chair Candy Duncan on Corporate Citizenship & The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Candy Duncan is managing partner at KPMG and this year’s co-chair of the 26th Annual Leukemia Ball. The ball will be held this coming Saturday, March 23rd, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Duncan will be Senior co-chair for the 2014 year, and hosts the Ball alongside James H. Davis, Ph.D., J.D. Former Executive
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