CIOs Against Cancer - Minnesota

This holiday season, we're incredibly thankful for how far we've come in the fight against cancer: for better prevention, identification, and treatment of cancer, and especially for the researchers whose hard work has gotten us to where we are. Because of what we've already learned, we've gotten more time with the people we love. But there's still so much more to do. Starting today and through the end of the year, for the first time, you can help CIOs Against Cancer try to change the future of holidays of everyone who will be impacted by cancer by directly funding cancer research. All funds raised between now and the end of the year will go straight to cancer research projects vetted by the American Cancer Society. Join us in the fight against cancer by donating to CIOs Against Cancer using the link below! Want to get involved with CIOs Against Cancer? Reach out to Jenica Pospisil for more information about joining as a member, sponsor, or volunteer!

???Save the Date: February 20, 2025 ?? ? We’re excited to announce the?TechSHEroes -TechWell event?– a unique event designed for technology leaders! ? What is TechSHEroes? TechSHEroes is part of?CIOs Against Cancer - Minnesota, a community of tech executives raising awareness and funding for life-changing cancer research. This mission-driven event focuses on: ??Building community: Connect with like-minded leaders in a positive, uplifting space. ??♀??Exploring wellness: Engage in hands-on techniques to promote healing and self-care. ????Supporting the cause: 100% of proceeds go toward early-career cancer research through the?American Cancer Society. ? Why Attend? Recharge and gain actionable wellness insights. Build meaningful relationships with forward-thinking peers. Be part of a movement making a real impact in the fight against cancer. ? ???When:?February 20, 2025 ???Where:?[Details coming soon!] ? https://lnkd.in/gvntqesj Mark your calendar and stay tuned for registration details. Together, we can elevate leadership, prioritize wellness, and drive progress in cancer research. ? #TechSHEroes #CIOsAgainstCancer #WellnessLeadership #CancerResearch #TechnologyLeaders #SaveTheDate Thank you to Sarah Engstrom and the TechSHEroes committee members for continuing to put cancer research at the forefront of the tech community! Susan Rylance Lisa LaCoursiere Jenica Pospisil Marjorie Berg Kim Skanson Billie Darkenwald Juliet Fox Vicki Tokie, MBA, MBB Alicia Perez Sheila Bothwell Kami Holtz Heather Zimmerman Erin Seering

An update on the cancer journey of Jeff Mader, co-founder of CIOs Against Cancer. ?? Stories like Jeff's are the reason that this group exists, and we are incredibly grateful for this community that he has helped build to support new cancer research and continue putting treatment arrows into that anti-cancer quiver.

What a day it was! A big thank you to everyone who made the 2nd annual Tech Tees Off Against Cancer Minnesota a hole-in-one!! Thank you to the 220+ attendees who helped us raise over $140,000 for American Cancer Society research projects! Thank you to our strategic partnerships! Corporate Organizer: Renodis MN Corporate Underwriter: RBA, Inc. Special thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this event possible. Let's show them some love! FlexPoint Consulting, Evolving Solutions, Federated Insurance, Fortinet, 8x8,? SDG Group, SailPoint, LCI - Lawinger Consulting, Inc., Logisolve, Tevora, Reco, The Latitude Group, Palo Alto Networks, Tuckpoint Advisory Group, Zoom, Zscaler, Dexian, Concord, Infoblox, Core BTS, SentinelOne, Park Place Technologies, H.B. Fuller, C4 Technical Services, AvidEdge, and Digineer! This event is being put together by our fantastic planning committee: Vince Aimutis, Susan Rylance, Danny Belkin, Juliet Fox, Craig Sicular Jen Swanson, Dan McLean, Gabe Restrepo, Brent Voeller, Dan Bickett, Lisa LaCoursiere, Brett Guba, and Ryan McKesson As always, the biggest thank you to CIOs Against Cancer founders Jeff Mader and Craig Beason, who launched this community in 2020! Want to stay up to date with CIOs Against Cancer Minnesota? Reach out to Jenica Pospisil for more information!

?Not able to join us in person today for the 2nd annual Tech Tees Off Against Cancer presented by FlexPoint Consulting? No worries! You can still bid on our silent auction items until 2:15 today! Just one hour left! ? Our next feature is a Belladerm gift basket generously donated by Belladerm MedSpa! Loaded with SkinMedica medical grade skincare products, this basket is a skincare lover's dream! An added bonus - it includes a gift card for 50 units of Botox! Visit the link in the comments to bid on this in our silent auction, but hurry - the auction closes at 2:15! ? Thank you to our Silent Auction planning committee for helping to secure these items! Led by Lisa LaCoursiere with support from Susan Rylance and Jen Swanson ? And the rest of our Tech Tees Off planning committee for making this event possible: Vince Aimutis, Danny Belkin, Juliet Fox, Craig Sicular, Dan McLean, Gabe Restrepo, Brent Voeller, CFP?, Dan Bickett, Brett Guba, and Ryan McKesson And we couldn't do it without our ACS partner: Marjorie Berg! Reach out to Jenica Pospisil for more information about this or our other events!

We’re thrilled to kick off the 2nd annual Tech Tees Off Against Cancer presented by FlexPoint Consulting — happening TODAY! Even if you can’t join us in person, you can still support the cause by bidding in our silent auction! Bidding closes at 2:15 today, so be sure to get your bids in! Our next feature is two courtside seats to a MN Timberwolves game, generously donated by RBA, Inc.! Is attending a Timberwolves game courtside on your bucket list? Well, now is your chance! The VIP experience includes access to the Lexus Courtside Club, featuring a private entrance on 1st Avenue and exclusive, members-only access to the court, ensuring a luxurious experience from street to seat. Renowned chef David Fhima elevates the evening with a five-star dining experience, rivaling the city’s top restaurants, right in the Lexus Courtside Club. With all-inclusive access, you’ll enjoy uninterrupted luxury from parking to the game’s final buzzer, including at-your-seat service so you never miss a moment. The winner will be provided date options to choose from, and tickets will be transferred electronically once dates are confirmed. Make sure to bid on this unforgettable experience before 2:15 today! Thank you to our Silent Auction planning committee for helping to secure these items! Led by Lisa LaCoursiere with support from Susan Rylance and Jen Swanson And the rest of our Tech Tees Off planning committee for making this event possible: Vince Aimutis, Danny Belkin, Juliet Fox, Craig Sicular, Dan McLean, Gabe Restrepo, Brent Voeller, CFP?, Dan Bickett, Brett Guba, and Ryan McKesson And we couldn't do it without our ACS partner: Marjorie Berg! Reach out to Jenica Pospisil for more information about this or our other events!

Today is the DAY! We're looking forward to seeing you and fighting cancer together at the 2nd annual Tech Tees Off Against Cancer, presented this year by FlexPoint Consulting! If you're not able to make it, you can still support the cause by bidding in our silent auction! Stay tuned today for posts of more of the incredible items and experiences we have available! The auction is open until 2:15pm today, so be sure you get your bids in--link to register and bid is in the comments. This morning's feature is a pheasant hunt with our very own Jeff Mader, co-founder of CIOs Against Cancer (along with Craig Beason)! Join Jeff for a 10 bird half day hunt this December! Bring up to 4 people for a great day at Game Unlimited in Hudson, WI! You have the option to work with Jeff's dogs or bring your own. This is a great opportunity to get some birds, enjoy good company, and embrace the hunting season! Thank you to our Silent Auction planning committee for helping to secure these items! Led by Lisa LaCoursiere with support from Susan Rylance and Jen Swanson And the rest of our Tech Tees Off planning committee for making this event possible: Vince Aimutis, Danny Belkin, Juliet Fox, Craig Sicular, Dan McLean, Gabe Restrepo, Brent Voeller, CFP?, Dan Bickett, Brett Guba, and Ryan McKesson And we couldn't do it without our ACS partner: Marjorie Berg! Reach out to Jenica Pospisil for more information about this or our other events!

Let's take a moment to thank our incredible sponsors of Tech Tees Off Against Cancer! If you see them at tomorrow’s event, please take a moment to thank them directly for their contribution to this amazing event and cancer research! First and foremost, this year’s event is presented by the excellent FlexPoint Consulting! They’re this event’s first presenting sponsor and we couldn’t be more excited! The Challenge Game Bay is sponsored by Tuckpoint Advisory Group, one of our Champion sponsors that participated in every event CIOs Against Cancer put on in 2024! As well as our other Champion sponsors: C4 Technical Services, Digineer, and Solution Design Group! We were also incredibly lucky this year to have the support of our Gold sponsors: Evolving Solutions and Federated Insurance! ? Additionally, we’d like to thank our Registration Sponsor, Fortinet, and our CIOs Apparel Sponsor, 8x8 (visit them for the first-ever chance to get cool CIOs Against Cancer gear!) and our Specialty Beverage Sponsor, Zoom! Finally, a special thanks to all of our Silver Sponsors: SDG Group, SailPoint, LCI - Lawinger Consulting, Inc., Logisolve, Tevora, Reco, The Latitude Group, and Palo Alto Networks! Visit them at their bays, and give a big thank you to these and ALL of our sponsors for this year’s event! If you can’t join us in person (there’s a few spots still open!), don't worry, you can still support the silent auction going on now (link in comments below, closes at 2:15 pm CST on 11/7). We can't wait to see you tomorrow! Big things happen when we as technologists, leaders, partners, and friends come together in the fight against cancer!

Join us in the fight against cancer WHILE having a great time! Always wanted to learn to cook a fantastic Indian dish AND get to know a fantastic Twin Cities tech leader? ??Manisha Datye has generously donated her time and culinary brilliance to the silent auction for this year’s Tech Tees Off Against Cancer, presented by FlexPoint Consulting! Link for tickets and bidding in the comments! This immersive cooking class for eight guests will leave everyone more informed about the cuisine, closer to their friends, and satisfied with a delicious, shared meal.? The four-hour course includes education, preparation, tasting, and creating a full meal for everyone to share.? Manisha will guide you through the basics of Indian vegetarian cooking as you prepare an authentic meal together. You'll learn to cook perfectly fluffy rice, a traditional flatbread, stir-fried vegetables, and protein-packed lentils. Complementing your meal will be a flavorful Raita, a yogurt-based salad that will cool your palate and add a delightful contrast to the spices. This is a great opportunity for you and a small group of friends, family, or coworkers to build a new skill under her excellent tutelage while supporting cancer research! Join us and get bidding!! The link to register for virtual bidding and check out ALL the silent auction items is in the comments! Thank you to our Silent Auction planning committee, led by Lisa LaCoursiere: Susan Rylance and Jen Swanson And the rest of our Tech Tees Off planning committee: Vince Aimutis, Danny Belkin, Juliet Fox, Craig Sicular, Dan McLean, Gabe Restrepo, Brent Voeller, CFP?, Dan Bickett, Brett Guba, Ryan McKesson, Jay Syverson, Riana Hansen As well as our ACS partner: Marjorie Berg! Want to help us get bid live at Tech Tees Off Against Cancer? Follow the link in the comments to join as the silent auction sponsor! Reach out to Jenica Pospisil for more information about this or our other events!

Bidding is NOW OPEN! Ever wished there was someone who could help you talk through all of your business questions? For the winning bidder of this fantastic dinner hosted by the generous Chris Sullivan, CIO of Self Esteem Brands, LLC, that dream can become a reality! This dinner includes: - 4 course?dinner?at his home in Minneapolis for up to 8 people (includes Food and Beverages) - Choose a mutually agreed upon date - Great conversation (a mix of business and social!) Get your bids in now before the silent auction closes at 2:15pm on Thursday! Link in the comments--we also opened up a few new spots for golfers, so if you haven't signed up yet, check it out! Thank you to our Silent Auction planning committee, led by Lisa LaCoursiere: Susan Rylance and Jen Swanson And the rest of our Tech Tees Off planning committee: Vince Aimutis, Danny Belkin, Juliet Fox, Craig Sicular, Dan McLean, Gabe Restrepo, Brent Voeller, CFP?, Dan Bickett, Brett Guba, and Ryan McKesson As well as our ACS partner: Marjorie Berg! Want to help us get bid live at Tech Tees Off Against Cancer? Follow the link in the comments to join as the silent auction sponsor! Reach out to Jenica Pospisil for more information about this or our other events!