Atlanta-area Residents Recognized for Commitment Toward Advancements in Cancer Research and Compassionate Care

Event features Q&A with current and former NFL players touched by cancer

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The Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation

Oct 29, 2018, 17:45 ET

MILWAUKEE, Oct. 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation (VLCF) is excited to host the 2nd annual Leaders For A Cure event on Thursday, January 31, 2019, in Atlanta, GA.

During this exclusive event, the foundation will honor leaders from the Atlanta area who are making an impact in the fight against cancer. VLCF will recognize a nurse, doctor, individual and company for their on-going dedication and efforts. The VLCF board of directors is currently reviewing all nominations; award recipients will be announced on Thursday, November 15.

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Benjamin R. Haas, VLCF president, awarded Jill May, RN BSN, OCN; Judy Erdahl; Christopher Pennell, PhD and representatives from North Memorial Health, at the 2018 Leaders For A Cure award ceremony last year in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Photo Credit: Greg Kamin, Gamut One Studios
Benjamin R. Haas, VLCF president, awarded Jill May, RN BSN, OCN; Judy Erdahl; Christopher Pennell, PhD and representatives from North Memorial Health, at the 2018 Leaders For A Cure award ceremony last year in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Photo Credit: Greg Kamin, Gamut One Studios

"As we lead up to the presentation of the Vince Lombardi Trophy at the biggest football game of the year, we are honored to be in the host city to recognize those making an impact in cancer research and compassionate care," said Benjamin R. Haas, president of the Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation. "This event gives us the opportunity to not only honor Vince Lombardi's legacy, but also those in the Atlanta area who exemplify his spirit and commitment in the fight against cancer."

Along with the awards ceremony, attendees will have the opportunity to listen to a Q&A with current and former athletes who have been touched by cancer.

To purchase tickets, contact Catie Gifford at [email protected]. For more information on event sponsorship options, contact Capture Sports Marketing at [email protected] or (262) 696-5177. 

About the Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation

Established in 1971, the foundation embodies the spirit, enthusiasm and commitment to excellence of Green Bay Packers Coach Vince Lombardi, who lost his own battle to cancer on September 3, 1970. In his honor, the foundation is committed to raising funds for advancements in cancer research and compassionate care. For more information about the foundation or to donate, sponsor an event or to buy tickets to an event, visit: lombardifoundation.org, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Media Contact:
Audra Jacobs, Capture Sports Marketing for VLCF
(262) 696-5162 | [email protected]

SOURCE The Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation

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