Runway of Resilience was a Night to Remember!

Overview

Twist Out Cancer’s Runway of Resilience fashion show was an evening of inspiration, creativity, and resilience. This unique event brought together former Brushes with Cancer designers who created unique designs that will be modeled by individuals touched by cancer. 

At  Runway of Resilience, the runway became a symbol of strength and courage. Former Brushes with Cancer artists poured their experiences, emotions, and creativity into each design, reflecting the diverse stories of those impacted by cancer. These designs were worn proudly by models who have faced their own journeys with cancer, showcasing strength, resilience and hope.

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Support the 2024 Designers

Sujata Gazder, Brushes with Cancer Artist and Fashion Designer

Mahwish Syed, Brushes with Cancer Artist and Fashion/Interior Designer

Sonya Keshwani, Brushes with Cancer Inspiration and Founder of StyleEsteem

Anna Warner-Mayes, Brushes with Cancer Inspiration and Founder of the Lipstick Journey

Zara Tisch, Terez

Jeri Zaslavsky, BE LOVED Jewelry

Samuel Pizzo, Gold Coast Bespoke

Jonny Imerman, CLOZTALK

The 2024 Models

Tommy Holl

Gudrun Snyder

Sunna Snyder

Cathy McKinnon

Edith Mudroch

ReShelle Matheny

Jenna Benn Shersher

Noa Shersher

Marie Wynn

Emilia Stepasky

Doretha Burrell

Lauren Edelston

Lauren Lopriore

Soraya Fata

Erin Powers

David Shersher

Anna Warner-Mayes

Emma Lyons

Fleurette Elia

Chelsea Lewis-Bahr

Marty Hogan

Ethan Zohn

Bill Egan

Lindsey Hammersmith

Ella Hawk

Andrew Edelston

Sam Pizzo

Nicole Leon

Brad Friedman

The 2024 Entertainment

Expressing Individuality and Confidence

We believe that fashion plays a powerful role in expressing individuality and confidence, especially for those who have faced challenging experiences. By showcasing unique and empowering designs, we hope to inspire and uplift both the participants and attendees and raise money for the mission and work of Twist Out Cancer which provides psychosocial support to individuals touched by cancer through creative arts programming.

Live Runway

Featuring Couture Designs by Sujata Gazder. High End Head Pieces by Sonya Keshwani and more.

Models

All participating runway models have been touched by cancer and have been active members of the Twist Out Cancer community.

 

*One of a kind gown pictured right was created for Brushes with Cancer by Sujata Gazder

Participating Partners
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The Team

Executive Board Members

Jenna Benn Shersher- Founder, CEO and Board President

Andrew Edelston- Board Chair

Emma Peck Block

Erin Johnson

Alex Perry

Joelle Goldman Bilow

Kathleen Boord

Joshua Taustein

Dr. Christian Squillante

Jon Goldberg

Howard Aaron

Jennifer L. Katz Margolis

Cynthia Beck

Danny Glick

Kevin Morgan

Jenny Indig

Mara McCarthy

Bari Fleischer

Mahwish Syed

 

 

Advisory Board Members

Jacqueline Carmody

Donna Dang

Jennifer Dee

Kenny Lapins

Gudrun Wu Synder

Jeffrey Guerrero

Dr. Martin Hogan

Anna Feneis

Ella Hawk

Kara Thomas

Bari Murphy

Shelby Zitelman

Tanya Kertsman

Joe Lombardo

Soraya Fata

Mignon Dupepe

Sonya Keshwani

Elizabeth Tabas

 

 

Staff

Jenna Benn Shersher, Founder and CEO

Amelia Hanrahan, COO

August Spree, Director of Programming

Ana Gordon, Clinical Director

Jacqueline Carmody, Licensed Clinical Art Therapist

Lindsay Patton, Director of Digital Strategy

Jenna Koch, Program Associate