WISH Luncheon Program

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luncheon WOMEN INSPIRING STRENGTH AND HOPE

Together, we create life-changing wishes for children fighting critical illnesses in Maryland, D.C. and northern Virginia.

Dear Friends, Welcome to the WISH Luncheon. We are so glad you’re here.

This afternoon is about coming together in a meaningful way. It’s about the kind of connection that happens when women show up with generosity, openness, and a shared desire to make a difference. There is real power in that, and you can feel it in the conversations, the energy, and the sense of purpose that brings us all together.

Today is a celebration of that collective spirit. You will hear from Wish Alumnae whose stories reflect not only the impact of a wish, but the resilience and strength that carry them forward. We are also honored to welcome Sheila Johnson for a special fireside chat that will offer insight, perspective, and inspiration, thoughtfully guided by Eun Yang.

At its core, the WISH Luncheon is about connection. It is about coming together in support of children and families navigating critical illness, and recognizing the role each of us can play in bringing moments of joy, strength, and hope into their lives.

Every conversation and every act of generosity today helps make that possible.

Thank you for being here, for the energy you bring, and for the impact you make. We are so grateful to be part of this community with you.

With gratitude,

Hillary Hamm and Leighanne Scott WISH Luncheon Co-Chairs

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Welcome Lesli Creedon, President and CEO

Wish Alumnae Panel Moderated by Eun Yang Haley Gibson ‘25 Janae Williams ‘26

Reflection Melissa Prather, CRO

Break Lunch is served

Co-Chair Welcome Hillary Hamm and Leighanne Scott

Fireside Chat Eun Yang and Sheila Johnson

Closing Remarks Melissa Prather, CRO

Inspiring Strength and Hope ABOUT

SHEILA JOHNSON 2026 WISH Luncheon Featured Speaker A trailblazer in business, Sheila Johnson is the Founder & CEO of Salamander Collection, ranked as Best Luxury Hotel Brand, and where she has built a distinguished portfolio of luxury hospitality properties. Renowned as the co-founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET), she is also a partner of Monumental Sports & Entertainment, and the only African American woman to have ownership in three professional sports teams: Washington Mystics, Washington Wizards, and Washington Capitals.

She spearheaded the formation of WE Capital, a venture capital consortium to support and invest in female-led enterprises. Ms. Johnson is a member of

the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, where she serves on the Education Committee; Founding Benefactor for the Consortium for Art and Culture in America; board member of Simon & Schuster Publishing Advisory Board, Aspen Music Festival and School, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, and a committee member of the NeuroArts Blueprint: Advancing the Science of Arts, Health and Well-Being.

The Sheila Johnson Fellowship at the Harvard Kennedy School supported a cohort of 50 fellows. A powerful influence in the entertainment industry, she served as executive producer of documentary and feature films and is founder and chair of the Middleburg Film Festival.

Alumnae Panelists I wish...

TO GO ON A DISNEY CRUISE

Janae Newkirk ‘26 blood disorder

Janae loves all things Disney, including her favorite character, Minnie Mouse. When she receives treatments, she often sees Disney Cruise commercials, which helped inspire her wish to go on a Disney Cruise. She had an amazing time enjoying the pool, visiting the beach, and most importantly, spending quality time together with her family, making special memories she’ll always cherish.

I wish...

TO MEET SIMONE BILES

Haley Gibson ‘25 respiratory disorder

Haley is a gymnast and lives with a respiratory disorder. When she was granted her wish to meet Simone Biles, it gave her hope during difficult times and was an unforgettable experience. That moment inspired Haley to keep working hard, believe in herself, and continue pursuing what she loves.

Inspiring Strength and Hope ABOUT

EUN YANG 2026 WISH Luncheon Moderator Eun Yang anchors News4 at 4 and News4 at 6 for NBC4, the #1 rated evening newscast in Washington. Since joining the station, she has covered major events including presidential inaugurations, papal visits, the Olympics in South Korea and Tokyo, and Opening Day at Nationals Park.

She previously spent more than a decade anchoring News4 Today, earning multiple Emmy awards while delivering breaking overnight news, severe weather updates, and key stories affecting the Washington region. In addition to anchoring, Yang reports on meaningful community issues and has been recognized with awards for specials such as Inequality in America: Tackling the

Rise in Anti-Asian Hate, as well as for hosting the local restaurant show “Foodies: DC.” Before NBC4, Yang worked at the National Geographic Channel and WUSA-TV. She has received numerous honors for her journalism and community impact. Born in Seoul, Korea, and raised in the Washington area, she is a graduate of the University of Maryland and lives in Washington, D.C. with her husband and three children.

Host Committee Co-Chairs Hillary Hamm, Senior Director, Meeting & Events, API Leighanne Scott, Partner, PwC Laura Adams Leslie Baird Imani Bentham Tawana Bhagwat Jennifer Carson Abritee Dhal Susan Fiorella Dana Fisher Erin Flior Jaime Hirschfeld Kim Howard Rachel Kottler Victoria Lion Monroe Daniele Livermon Amanda Moran Caroline Quat Pamela Rothka Kristen Salmon Stacy Schwartz Jessica Slean

Thank You Presenting Sponsor PwC

Wish Sponsors CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Empower AI One Village

Strength Sponsors Cherry Bekaert Cigna Healthcare Hillary Hamm & Leighanne Scott Kaiser Permanente

KPMG LLP Praxis Solutions Sheehy Auto Stores United Airlines

Magic Sponsors Capital One CrossCountry Consulting Hear Me Roar The Howard Family Jane Martens Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP Marsh NailSaloon Nyla Technology Solutions

Pilot Sage Communications Group SECU University of Maryland Medical Center U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Vision Technologies

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Empower AI proudly supports Make-A-Wish in helping turn a child’s wishes into moments of joy, strength, and possibility.

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It’s our cause.

Kaiser Permanente exists to provide high-quality, affordable health care services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve.

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Proudsupporter ofthosewho reachhigher KPMGis proudtosupport Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic.

Together, we create life-changing wishes forchildren with critical illnesses. By living our values, Together, For Better, KPMG continues to make adifferencein our communities and on the people who livethere.

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With deep gratitude to the entire Make‑A‑Wish Mid‑Atlantic team for the light, love, and hope you bring to children and families facing the unimaginable across DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.

With love, The Howard Family

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In-Kind Sponsors Corcoran Caterers Hatch X Jackson Family Wines Republic National Distributing Company Something Vintage

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GOLF CLASSIC Grant wishes for children of our nation’s heroes

Join us for the Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic Golf Classic at River Bend Club, benefitting Operation Dream Maker.

June 1, 2026 12 PM - 7 PM River Bend Golf Course 375 Walker Road Great Falls, VA 22066 Sponsorships are available at odmgolfclassic.org

“I wish to have a golf cart.”

Sophia, 10 cancer

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