Jenna Benn Shersher
• – • Catalyst Ranch
About the speaker
Jenna Benn Shersher, the Founder and Executive Director of Twist Out Cancer, is a 36 year old cancer survivor, civil rights advocate, world traveler and tiny twister who dreams big. In December 2010, Jenna was diagnosed with a rare blood disorder called Grey Zone Lymphoma that at the time affected fewer than 200 people. Instead of surrendering to cancer, she was determined to find meaning in her suffering. In the course of her fight, Jenna figured out creative ways to leverage social media to process her experience, and in turn create a community that became invested in her fight. In the course of a year, Jenna battled cancer and founded the nonprofit Twist Out Cancer.
Jenna’s story was selected as a top ten best read by Mashable. She is a blogger for the Huffington Post and has made television appearances on all major media outlets, including CNN, NBC5, CBS, ABC7, WGN and Fox News. She has also been featured in the New York Times, LA Times, Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune and Chicago Sun Times. Jenna is a mentor angel with Imerman Angels, and was an Honored Hero and advocate for Team in Training and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. She is an ROI fellow with the Schusterman Foundation and serves on the board of the Anti-Defamation League. Jenna received her Bachelor’s degree from McGill University in Montreal, Canada and her Masters in Social Enterprise and Administration from Columbia University. She resides in Philadelphia with her husband Dr. David Shersher and their daughter Noa Pearl who is a miracle.
Local partners
Edelman is a leading global communications marketing firm that partners with the world’s largest and emerging businesses to evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. In addition to traditional and enhanced PR, our work encompasses communications marketing, data-and-insight-driven approach to integrated campaigns; advisory services; and digital strategies and solutions. Follow them on Twitter @EdelmanPR
Catalyst Ranch is Chicago’s most unconventional meeting & event space. The antidote to generic corporate or hotel meeting rooms, the colorful and eclectic environment provides absolute inspiration for any off-site meeting or special event. Their historic loft venue is located in the West Loop, steps away from hotels, dining, and entertainment. Follow them on Twitter @catalystranch
Open Water is bottled water with a green conscience. That’s right: 16 ounces of purified water in 100% recyclable aluminum bottles. Aluminum is recycled more than twice as often as plastic and is also infinitely recyclable. Reusable bottles are always the best, but when you’re away from the tap, think beyond plastic. Follow them on Twitter @drinkopenwater
Dark Matter Coffee adheres to a philosophy where quality coffees are sourced based on traceability, innovation and social responsibility. In a world driven by technology and science, they are the gravitational resistance rooted in skill and philosophy. They are an innovative culinary family fueled by community and passion for delivering the most intellectually honest coffee you will experience. Follow them on Instagram @darkmattercoffee
TagPrints specializes in creating photo experiences that engage and captivate audiences across the country. We integrate data capture and social sharing with outputs like photos, animations, GIFs, Green Screens, and fully customizable hardware. Amplify your next event with a unique photo activation. Follow them on Twitter @TagPrints
Event Farm is a brand-focused and data-driven event technology platform. The product suite includes experiential and event marketing capabilities to power events and offline experiences for Fortune 1000 companies and agencies. They help to streamline attendee management throughout the entire event lifecycle with customized invitations and registration processes, mobile check-in solutions at events, and powerful reporting tools for measuring event ROI. Follow them on Twitter @eventfarm
Established in 1937, Palmer Printing, the only printing company operating in Historic Printer’s Row, excels at bringing your design ideas to life through innovative print and email output solutions. Combining new technology with decades of experience produces a company ready to help solve its customers’ marketing dilemmas. Follow them on Twitter @PalmerNetwork
Location
Hosted at
Catalyst Ranch
656 W. Randolph, Suite 3W
Chicago, Illinois United States 60661
When
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Videographer Amy Ginn
Videographer Edwin R. Ruiz
Photographer Rogelio Gamez
