Pink Party 2010 : San Diego, CA

Look for your 2010 Pink Party Team around town promoting this year's party!
	Sonya Ziegler, Event Founder & Presenting Pink Diamond Sponsor sonya@pinkpartysd.com Sonya Ziegler, with Aim to Simplify Special Event Extraordinaire, has been simplifying events and people’s lives for over 10 years. Her career in organizing began when assigned as Assistant to the Command Master Chief of NAS Corpus Christi in the late 1990’s. She has gone on to organize for clients and companies like, Qualcomm, Revolt In Style Magazine, 91X, Crotty Consulting, Silverado Dry Cleaners, Cuyamaca College, Soul in the Machine, Foundation for Human Enrichment, Baker & McKenzie, San Diego Legal Assistants, Vida Gourmet, Carter Reese Reality Group, Chantal Sicile-Kira – Author of Adolescents on the Autism and was even Personal Assistant to Motivational and Life Coach Anthony Robbins. From planning retirement and advancement ceremonies, raising over $10,000.00 for the September 11th Fund while on active duty in the US Navy, to orchestrating unique vineyard weddings, the 2006 and 2007 Pink Party, a variety of Couture Fashion Runway Shows, and the Celebration of Life for San Diego’s beloved Thomas Carter, Sonya Ziegler finds that simplifying really feels good!
	Kla-Bada Robertson, Event Co-Coordinator Kla-Bada Roberson gets much of her spirit from her mother, Mary Roberson, who attended the 2008 Pink Party the day after her lumpectomy! She combines a creative mind with an innate talent for uplifting those around her. Her energetic, holistic outlook goes beyond that which is merely expected.
	John Butler, Project Manager john@pinkpartysd.com Local author and avid sailor, he has been involved with the television industry for 10 years. Involved with various cancer charities since the death of his mother 1991 from esophageal cancer, JB is passionate about cancer research and helping survivors.
	Esta Browning, Co-Project Manager & Cause Coordinator esta@pinkpartysd.com Esta Browning has been planning and producing events for more than 20 years including workshops, public forums and political debates, theatrical productions, concerts, fairs and festivals.
	Sofia Bergin, Graphic Designer Sofia joined the Pink Team in 2009 to provide graphic design for the print items and also help out with the website. Sofia, originally from Stockholm, Sweden, loves the joy and creativity of her life as a graphic designer in the US. Sofia owns and operates SB Creality, a web and graphic design boutique in downtown San Diego. She salutes the other members of the Pink Team and looks forward to a fantastic 2008 Pink Party.
	Christin Landis, Performance Coordinator Christin Landis has coordinated and executed numerous corporate events, has volunteered extensively, and is passionate about breast cancer prevention. She has attended some of the country’s finest schools of performance, and currently works as an Executive Assistant in semiconductor Marketing and Business Development. Christin is reprising her 2007 role as Performance Coordinator, and is excited to work with the team to take The 2008 Pink Party to the next level.
	Peter Cook Peter is a graduate student researcher at UCSD working toward his Ph.D. in molecular biology with a longstanding interest in the mechanistic basis of cancer in general and breast cancer in particular
	Melissa Sieboldt Melissa has a passion for helping people & promoting good health. With newfound links between breast cancer, poor diet & sedentary lifestyle, she aims to contribute to The Pink Party by way of helping women to achieve their goals towards reaching optimal health. She also teaches young children the importance of living fit and eating right through her business - FitChild Fitness just launching at a preschool near you. Fit for fun, fit for family, fit for life!
	Meeshie Nguyen Twice, Meeshie was the recipient of the “Special Commendation” award for her community service efforts by a former San Diego Mayor and Council member. As a graduate from CSU-San Marcos with a Bachelor Degree in Business Finance, Meeshie worked as a Financial Analyst for various San Diego based corporations. However, after being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2006 – she realized that planning events for great causes was her true passion. Meeshie’s latest accomplishments include running the Rock N’ Roll marathon (2008), the San Francisco Half – Marathon (2008), and the Carlsbad Half Marathon (2009). Recently in October (2009), she was nominated and won the “Bobbie Langford Volunteer of the Year” from the Young Survival Coalition. Meeshie supports the Pink Party and loves being a volunteer and part of such a wonderful event!
	Wendy Glowski, Visual Communications Coordinator wendy@pinkpartysd.com With over ten professional years enjoying life as a graphic designer, Wendy was happy to join the team and lead the efforts with the website and other print materials. She values spending free time with friends and doing anything outdoors, especially playing beach volleyball. Wendy looks forward to many future pink parties in and around Southern California and meeting each one of our very special guest that makes events like this one possible and successful.
	Melissa Duttle After years of helping women in the reproductive health and rights arena, Melissa decided to expand her reach. Melissa is a local AFLAC Agent and found the company to be a good match to her ideals of well-being and nurturing support to the self and the family. Melissa, with her laid back personality yet adventurous spirit hopes to bring both support and balance to any and all aspects that the Pink Party might need.
	Chris Ramsey, Performance Coordinator and Event Sponsor Chris Ramsey has produced many large events in Southern California, such as Alma Paradiso and Fuente Eterno. Chris has been invovled i many charity evetns such as the Pirates of The Pacific Yacht party.
	William Morton William Morton is a professional San Diego photographer specializing in commercial, events, fashion and glamour images that will make people look twice! William owns and operates Studio J located in East Village and also shoots headshots and model portfolio work for models and actors. William has spent the last 5 years training portrait and event photographers for a national franchise company, and continues to teach at UCSD and for Panasonic's Digital Photo Academy. William served as President of the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP) San Diego chapter from 2005-2007, and currently sits on the Board of Directors. He is also a member of the Professional Photographers of America (PPA).
	Kelly Reinker Kelly Reinker is a San Diego native and recent graduate of San Francisco State University with a degree in marketing. She joined the 2009 Pink Party team as an event co-coordinator assistant to combine her love of event planning with her passion for helping others prevent breast cancer. Kelly is excited to be part of this year's Pink Party and is inspired by the team's incredible energy and positivity!
	Christina Williams Christina Williams joined the Pink Party team in 2009. She is local San Diego gal with exuberance for life and health. Christina enjoys supporting our amazing organizations for Breast Health and Breast Cancer Prevention, as well as the fun that comes along with assisting in the Pink Party events, and as a Pink Girl. She is the Silent Auction Coordinator for this year’s event.
	Melanie Di Benedetto Melanie Di Benedetto, Pink Girl Leader, joined the Pink Team in 2009 shortly after moving from NJ. New to the city, but familiar with promotions, she blissfully seeks out like minded individuals who want to use their sass, energy, and charisma to make a difference. She comes from a long line of strong women, who have battled or is currently battling breast cancer, and simply wants to make the most of her life and to be the best woman she possibly can be.
	Sara Wilwerding In the Event Industry for over five years, Sara gets her hands in every type of event she can be involved in. Currently in the works of creating her own company, Little Monkey Events, she hopes to bring San Diego communities together. Along with her experience and Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Sara prides herself in having the innate ability and genuine passion for the event industry and community, and hopes her work for The Pink Party will show just that.
	Danielle Ziegler For the last ten years, Danielle Ziegler has been a powerful force in the Food & Beverage industry, catering events to managing a well-known San Diego sports bar. She knows the ins and outs of the industry which will be showcased at the event. Her unique and upbeat personality shines in all she does.
	Dennis Paul Batt Dennis Paul Batt is an artist, art historian, and curator. Dennis has exhibited in numerous art shows on both the East and West coasts. He is the founder and web-person for the San Diego Visual Artists Guild. Dennis also is the founder and the executive director of a charitable organization called the Museum Artists Foundation. He is currently the co-managing trustee of the Outdoor Art Foundation and serves on the board of the Synergy Art Foundation. Dennis works with the committee of the San Diego Visual Arts Network too. He has curated dozens of art exhibitions in museums, galleries and various businesses.
	We need more volunteers! If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, we would love for you to join our team. Just contact us and we will find the right fit for you.

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