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Friday, February 22, 2013

Cara Feldman joins AHA as Heart Ball,Go Red admin

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 1:55 PM

Cara Feldman joins the Philadelphia team as the Administrative Associate supporting Heart Ball and Go Red. Cara joined AHA as an intern with Heart Ball and Go Red last spring. Through her previous internships and student leadership experiences Cara was involved in event planning, fundraising and healthy lifestyle promotion. Cara earned her Bachelor’s degree in Public Health from Syracuse University.

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Leslee Maybrown is Go Red bound

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 1:40 PM

Leslee Maybrown is the new director of the Go Red for Women campaign. Her roles over the last 10 years have built an impressive repertoire in fundraising, event/project management, marketing, corporate training and sales. Leslee holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from The Ohio State University.

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Charmie Cuthbert joins the Heart Association

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 1:15 PM

Charmie Cuthbert joined the American Heart Association as Community Health Director. Charmie is an experienced AHA staffer who served in a similar role as Community Relations Manager in the NYC office. She graduated Cum Laude from Trinity University in San Antonio, earned her J.D. degree from Rutgers University School of Law in Camden, NJ and holds a MBA, with honors, from Rutgers; and has studied abroad in London and throughout South Africa.

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Kate Balog promoted to Walk Director

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 1:06 PM

Kate Balog has been promoted to Heart Walk Director. Kate began her career at the American Heart Association as an intern and soon was hired as the admin for both Heart Ball and the Go Red For Women campaign. Kate’s enthusiasm and initiative has now joined forces with the existing Heart Walk team, where she will help continue to grow the Heart Walk scope.

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Allyson Lindauer joins the AHA as new Walk Director

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 1:00 PM

Allyson Lindauer has joined the American Heart Association as Philadelphia’s newest Heart Walk Director. Allyson comes to AHA from the YMCA of West Chester where she has worked since 2008 and serves as Director of Corporate Partnerships and Special Events, with responsibility for community fundraising events. Allyson has great experience from the Y and QVC, and will finally complete the new Walk team

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Go Red For Women Luncheon with Star Jones

Posted to Event by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 12:53 PM

Join us as we celebrate 10 years of saving womens lives from the devastation of heart disease and stroke. Visit us on line or call 215-575-5226.

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Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Julie Taylor new Heart Association Executive Director

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 11:00 AM

Julie Taylor has accepted the promotion of Executive Director and Metro Vice President for the Philadelphia market.

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Chantelle Fitzgerald promoted to Society Director

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 10:43 AM

Chantelle Fitzgerald has been promoted to the Philadelphia Society Director position of the American Heart Association. Formerly, she held the title of Director, Go Red For Women. She brings a great strength in networking and cultivating individuals to the mission of the American Heart Association as well as a passion for engaging individuals in funding the research and education of the AHA. Chantelle will be focused on cultivating and securing individuals to become Cor Vitae members with the AHA as well as working with Heart Ball, Heart Walk and Go Red For Women individual donors to become Cor Vitae members.

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Deena Weems Thornton new Walk Director

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 10:40 AM

Deena Weems Thornton joined the American Heart Association team as a new Heart Walk Director. Deena's more than eight years sales experience with sales and fundraising, teamwork, and a strong customer focus make her a great fit for the organization. Deena holds her BS degree from Kutztown and received her Fundraising Certificate from The Nonprofit Center at LaSalle University.

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Tuesday, February 05, 2013

Dr. Victoria L. Vetter to be honored at Heart Ball

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 12:04 PM

Victoria L. Vetter, MD, MPH, MSHP is receiving the American Heart Association's Edward S. Cooper, MD Award at Heart Ball 2013 in February. This award is presented to a physician, researcher or medical professional whose many outstanding contributions to the Philadelphia community exemplify the best of humankind. The award is named for Dr. Edward S. Cooper, a world renowned physician and a pioneer in hypertension and stroke and the first African American to serve as national president of the American Heart Association.
For more info on Heart Ball, visit heart.org/philadelphiapaheartball.

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Brian Tierney Esq. honored at Heart Ball

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 11:41 AM

Brian Tierney is receiving the American Heart Association's Heart of Philadelphia Award at Heart Ball 2013 in February. This award is presented to a local community leader who is passionate about public health issues, dedicated to serving the greater Philadelphia community and exemplifies the true "heart" of our city. Visit www.heart.org/philadelphiapaheartball for more info.

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Philadelphia Heart Ball

Posted to Event by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 11:19 AM

Join the American Heart Association at the 56th annual Philadelphia Heart Ball from 6p-midnight at the Marriott Downtown Philadelphia. The AHA's mission is to help others live a life free of cardiovascular disease and stroke and this annual black tie gala is just one way the organization continues to shed light on these diseases. Visit heart.org/philadelphiapaheartball

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Monday, October 22, 2012

Philadelphia Heart Walk

Posted to Event by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 3:56 PM

Join thousands of Delaware Valley residents, including heart and stroke survivors, on Sunday, November 4 to walk in the American Heart Association’s 14th annual Philadelphia Heart Walk (5K) to raise awareness and funds to fight cardiovascular disease and stroke, the No. 1 and No. 4 causes of death in Southeastern PA and the country. Activities for adults and children will begin at 8 a.m., Opening Ceremonies at 10, Walk at 10:30 at Citizen’s Bank Park. NBC10’s Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz will emcee. For more information or to register, call (215) 575-5218, email nicholas.suders@heart.org or visit www.heart.org/phillywalk.

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Monday, July 30, 2012

2012 Philadelphia Heart Walk

Posted to Event by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 4:07 PM

Join thousands of Delaware Valley residents, including heart and stroke survivors, on Sunday, November 4 to walk in the American Heart Association’s 14th annual Philadelphia Heart Walk (5K) to raise awareness and funds to fight cardiovascular disease and stroke, the No. 1 and No. 4 causes of death in Southeastern PA and the country. Activities for adults and children will begin at 8 a.m., Opening Ceremonies at 10, Walk at 10:30 at Citizen’s Bank Park. For more information or to register, call (215) 575-5218, email nicholas.suders@heart.org or visit www.heart.org/phillywalk.

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American Heart Association adds three new board members

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 3:58 PM

The American Heart Association is pleased to announce that it has added three new members to its board:

~JoAnn M. Magnatta-Senior Vice President of Facilities Design and Construction, Main Line Health;

~Amy B. Cohen-Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Comcast Sports Group;

~R. Kyle Kramer-Vice President, Clinical Operations, Main Line Health

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Mercy CEO to Chair 2012 Philadelphia Heart Walk

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 1:00 PM

Kathryn C. Conallen, RN, MSHSA, and CEO of Mercy Catholic Medical Center (comprising the 213-bed Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby, PA and the 214-bed Mercy Philadelphia Hospital in West Philadelphia) is the Chair of the American Heart Association's 2012 Philadelphia Heart Walk.

Ms. Conallen has been with Mercy for 30 years. She has served in roles including nurse administrator, Vice President and Chief of Nursing and Chief Operating Officer at Mercy Philadelphia. She was named Chief Executive Officer of Mercy Philadelphia in 2005 and then Chief Executive Officer of Mercy Fitzgerald in 2011.

In her role as Heart Walk Chair, she will supervise the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) as they recruit new companies and obtain sponsors and provide assistance to achieve development goals.

Philadelphia Heart Walk will take place on Sunday, November, 4 at Citizens Bank Park.

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Wednesday, April 18, 2012

15th Annual Richie Ashburn Jr. Memorial Home Runs For Heart

Posted to Event by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 2:30 PM

Join the American Heart Association and the Philadelphia Phillies for the 15th annual Home Runs For Heart two-day derby contest on May 1 and 2 from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at Citizens Bank Park. This event is held in honor of Hall of Famer Richie Ashburn, who died suddenly of a heart attack in 1997. In addition, we also honor the memory of Harry Kalas, longtime Phillies announcer, who passed away of heart disease in 2009. Individual participation-$400, teams of four-$1500. Come meet the Phanatic, take a tour of the Park, participate in a silent auction and meet the Phillies Ball Girls. Heart disease is the number one killer of Americans. That’s why the AHA wants you to bring your family and swing for the fences while you help us strike out heart disease and stroke. To register or for more information, contact Nick Suders at (215) 575-5218, nicholas.suders@heart.org or visit or heart.org/phillywalk.

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9th annual Go Red For Women Fashion Show and Health Expo

Posted to Event by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 2:26 PM

The American Heart Association will host its 9th annual Go Red For Women luncheon on Friday, May 18 at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown from 10:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. Join hundreds of men and women from the business and civic communities as they celebrate the lives of women and learn all about heart disease, the number one killer of women, through survivor stories. Eliana Papadakis, M. Ed., Hon. Ph.D. and Sandra Schultz Newman, former PA Supreme Court Justice will both receive the Woman of Heart award. Michelle Barry, VP, Penn Mutual, is the 2012 campaign chair. For tickets or more information, contact Chantelle Fitzgerald at (215) 575-5258, chantelle.fitzgerald@heart.org or visit heart.org/philadelphiagoesred.

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Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Start! Philadelphia Heart Walk

Posted to Event by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 12:17 PM

Join thousands of Delaware Valley residents, including heart and stroke survivors, on Saturday, November 13 to walk in the American Heart Association’s 12th annual Start! Philadelphia Heart Walk (5K) to raise awareness and funds to fight cardiovascular disease and stroke, the No. 1 and No. 3 causes of death in Southeastern PA and the country. Activities for adults and children will begin at 8 a.m., Walk at at 10 at Citizen’s Bank Park. For more information or to register, call (215) 575-5218, email philadelphia.ahw@heart.org or visit www.heart.org/philadelphia.

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An evening with Tory Burch

Posted to Event by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 12:11 PM

Please join us for an evening of networking, shopping and cocktails at the TORY BURCH boutique in the King of Prussia Mall on Thursday, October 21st from 6-8pm. We are so excited to announce that 20% of your shopping purchases that night will benefit our Go Red For Women Open Your Heart campaign! For more info, call (215) 575-5258 or email emma.capriotti@heart.org.

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Andrew Wechsler, M.D. to be honored by American Heart Association

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 12:04 PM

Dr. Andrew Wechsler, Drexel University College of Medicine, to receive award at Heart Ball 2011.

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Thursday, October 07, 2010

Go Red For Women Luncheon

Posted to Event by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 12:05 PM

The American Heart Association will host its 8th annual Go Red For Women luncheon on Friday, May 20 at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown from 10:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. Join hundreds of men and women from the business and civic communities as they celebrate the lives of women and learn all about heart disease, the number one killer of women, through survivor stories. Gale Y. Given, president, Verizon Pennsylvania, will receive the Woman of Heart award. Donna M. Phillips, president, Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital, will co-chair the event. For tickets or more information, contact Valerie Hillow at (215) 575-5226, Valerie.hillow@heart.org or visit www.heart.org/philadelphia.

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Gov. Rendell to receive Heart of Philadelphia award

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 10:44 AM

American Heart Association will honor Gov. Edward G. Rendell at Heart Ball 2011.

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Thursday, September 16, 2010

Michele Volpe, UPHS, Chairs Philadelphia Start! Heart Walk

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 10:53 AM

Michele Volpe chairs signature fundraising event of the American Heart Association.

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Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Meet Us at the Falls-Networking Event

Posted to Event by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 3:41 PM

The American Heart Association’s Young Professionals Network will host “Meet Us at the Falls” networking event on Tuesday, Sept. 21 from 6-8 p.m. at the Water Works Restaurant & Lounge, 640 Water Works Dr., Philadelphia. Pre-register for $40, $45 at the door. Proceeds will benefit the AHA. Call 215-575-5213.

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Monday, August 23, 2010

Philly’s Young at Heart Presents "Meet Us at the Falls"

Posted to Event by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 3:30 PM

Philly’s Young at Heart Presents
"Meet Us at the Falls"
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Generously donated by:
640 Water Works Drive, Philadelphia
$40 Advanced Registration (RSVP by September 17th)
$45 at the door
(Or buy 9, get the 10th free!)
Includes specialty cocktails, wine & beer, delicious hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, prizes and more!
All proceeds to benefit the American Heart Association
Please RSVP to Beth Jones at
(215) 575-5213 or
beth.jones@heart.org

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Thursday, May 20, 2010

American Heart Association to honor cardiac surgeon Dr. Andrew S. Wechsler

Posted to Announcement by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 12:33 PM

Award to be presented at Philadelphia Heart Ball 2011.

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7th Annual Go Red For Women Luncheon

Posted to Event by Ms. Terri Jones of American Heart Association at 11:34 AM

The American Heart Association will host its 7th annual Go Red For Women luncheon and health expo on Friday, June 11 at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown from 10:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. Join hundreds of men and women from the business and civic communities as they celebrate the lives of women and learn all about heart disease, the number one killer of women, through survivor stories. Rosemary Turner, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Metro Philadelphia District, UPS, will receive the Woman of Heart award. For tickets or more information, contact Valerie Hillow at (215) 575-5226, Valerie.hillow@heart.org or visit www.phillygoesred.org.

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