Honorees Share Insights on Maintaining Work/Life Balance

The National Mother’s Day Committee today honored Michelle Gass, Rebecca Minkoff, Gina Raimondo, and Jill Scalamandre at the 41st Annual Outstanding Mother Awards, held at the Pierre Hotel. The four exceptional women were recognized for mastering a healthy balance between their professional and personal lives. The event raised its highest amount to date, more than $750,000, with proceeds benefiting Save the Children’s U.S. Programs and Advocacy. The awards were presented by Mistress of Ceremonies and Executive Producer of The Bold Type and author of Love Rules, Joanna Coles.

During the event, the 2019 honorees shared insights on how they maintain the optimal work/life balance, and what has helped them to achieve their success:

Michelle Gass, Chief Executive Officer, Kohl’s

“Balance is about intention not perfection. Balance means something different to everyone, and only you know when things are in balance for you. Don’t let others define that for you.”

Rebecca Minkoff, Co-Founder & Creative Director, Rebecca Minkoff

“I always make sure to walk my kid(s) to school every morning, or if I need to travel for work, I will limit my time away to five days, otherwise I will bring my kids with me. This allows me to feel that ‘even’ sense between work and spending quality time with my kids. It’s the give-and-takes that are unique to each woman that she must explore for herself.”

Gina Raimondo, Governor of Rhode Island

“Making time for family is essential. Every Sunday, I go to church with my family in the morning, and in the evening, we have a nice, home-cooked meal together. I also try to make time for exercise, whether it’s going to yoga with my husband, going for a family hike in one of Rhode Island’s beautiful state parks, or taking the dog for a walk. A little chocolate here and there helps too.”

Jill Scalamandre, President, bareMinerals

“For me, balance is about being fully present in the moment. I try to give 100% of myself to the person I am with or the task at hand. I try not to fret about the past or what I have to do next.”

Proceeds of the Luncheon Benefiting Save the Children’s U.S. Programs and Advocacy

As part of its continued support of meaningful philanthropies dealing with issues affecting mothers, fathers and children, the National Father’s Day/Mother’s Day Council, Inc. has donated more than $30 million to date to deserving family-related charities nationwide.

Proceeds of the 2019 awards luncheon will be allocated to benefit Save the Children’s U.S. Programs and Advocacy, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to making lasting positive change in the lives of children living in poverty in the United States.

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“DKMS can’t prevent blood cancer, but our dream is to give every patient in need of a bone marrow transplant a second chance. That’s why we fight so hard. In 2018 alone, DKMS recruited over 1 MILLION new donors around the globe,” said Katharina Harf, co-founder of DKMS. “And since our inception in 1991, we’ve recruited nearly 10 MILLION donors.”

The evening’s honoree, Bob Cusimano, was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Bob received two bone marrow transplants, both from the same unrelated donor. Since the beginning of his fight, Bob has become a dedicated supporter of the DKMS mission including organizing events which have resulted in the registration of over 100 potential bone marrow donors; with one known lifesaving donation. “The only way to have a cure is through the generosity of someone else,” said Mr. Cusimano.

The annual highlight of the night came during the donor recognition moment of the program. Survivor Carson Lenington-Stewart met with his donor Samuel (Luke) Beckett. Beckett registered as a bone marrow donor in October of 2012 while attending Rockhurst University. Luke was inspired to register because his girlfriend (now wife) had lymphoma as a child. Carson was diagnosed with lymphoma just one day after his 9th birthday. After six rounds of chemotherapy, Carson was declared cancer free – but just two months later, his cancer returned and his family learned he would need a bone marrow transplant to survive. His match came in the fall of 2017. Luke and Carson met for the very first time in front of their families and over 900 guests. Luke said, “Donating bone marrow connects you – biologically, emotionally, physically – its just so powerful.”

Seal brought the crowd to their feet when he took the stage to perform some of his greatest hits, including “Crazy,” and “A Kiss From A Rose.” The evening’s live auction, led by Sotheby’s Chairman, UK & Ireland, Lord Dalmeny, featured a pair of stunning 18K white gold “Lotus” earrings by jewelry designer Solange Azagury-Partiridge; a limited edition Markus Klinko photograph; a full-day BMW M Fleet Driving Session with Motorsport Legend Bill Auberlen and a limited edition time piece by Jacob & Co.

The Event Chairs were Olivier & Valérie Goudet and Honorary Chairs were DKMS co-founder Peter and Tina Harf (JAB Holiding Company); Bob Gamgort (Keurig Dr Pepper); Pierre Laubies (Coty, Inc.), Angelina and Monte Lipman (Republic Records). Also in attendance at the black-tie gala event were DKMS co-founder Katharina Harf, DKMS ambassadors Coco Rocha & James Conran along with additional guests such as: Alejandro Santo Domingo, Georgia May Jagger, Sarah Brown, Tory Burch, Derek Lam, Stavros Niarchos, Solange Azagury Partridge, Vanessa Von Bismark and Dasha Zhukova.

For co-founder Katharina Harf, the battle against blood cancer is personal. At 14 years old, she lost her mother to blood cancer. Although the family searched valiantly for a matching donor, her mother’s life could not be saved.

The evening marked the 13th year of the Gala and the 28th anniversary of DKMS, whose mission is to continually increase the number of suitable bone marrow donors. Event Honorary Chair members DKMS Co-Founder Katharina Harf. Katharina and her father, Peter Harf, founded DKMS in honor of their mother and wife, Mechtild Harf

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will feature over 200 global packaging manufacturers and suppliers. The exhibition floor will
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sustainable products, and smart technology.

ON THE NEW SHOW FLOOR FOR 2019

2019 In Green Award Ceremony
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All finalists will present their submissions directly to the judging panel composed of industry
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The 2019 LUXE PACK in green jury:
 Jamie MATUSOW – Editor-in-Chief, BEAUTY PACKAGING
 Leilanie BRUCE – Project Manager, BRIGHTWORKS SUSTAINABILITY
 Cindy GRANEY – Executive Director Global Package Development for ESTEE LAUDER
 Drew HADDOCK – Packaging Expert, GLOSSIER
 Dana DAVIS – Vice President of Sustainability, Product & Business Strategy, MARA
HOFFMAN

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