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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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
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
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
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