• ERIK THOMAS
• MEGHAN FANELLI
• JOHN D’AMICO
• ASHLEY SCHMIDER
Erik Thomas is the owner of Bright Thought Design, an agency in the Pittsburgh area. A graduate of Robert Morris’s Keller Graduate School of Business, he describes himself as a motivated individual with an ever-growing network of people who can help with causes such as the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. He says one of his favorite places to go is the overlook on Mt. Washington. “The views are amazing, and, it is a rather peaceful way to spend an evening,” he says. TOP SPONSOR: DreamCream Ice Cream
Meghan Fanelli is a Pittsburgh native who enjoys traveling and experiencing new places. That is why, over the past five years, she has been spotted in Oxford, Ohio, at Miami University; in Charleston, S.C., touring King Street and the many beaches; and in Houston living the corporate life. She’s returned to Pittsburgh and works as a productivity consultant for TowerMetriX. Meghan is an avid volunteer and enjoys giving back to the community through volunteering, fundraising, and helping those in need. You can find Meghan enjoying a nice glass of wine, and a meat and cheese board at Cure in Lawrenceville. TOP SPONSORS: Lori Allen, Brandon Brooks, Neal Fanelli
A native Pittsburgher, who never stops moving, talking, or laughing, John D’Amico loves meeting and working with new people. As the promotions manager of 100.7 Star and Y-108, John plans many events, and helps raise funds and awareness for many of Pittsburgh’s terrific nonprofit organizations, including the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation! Living on Mt. Washington, he loves the true neighborhood feel and can often be spotted at Bigham Tavern. TOP SPONSORS: Michelle Benincasa; his sister, Rachel; Roy Smith of Breathe In, Rock Out at Hard Rock Café
Ashley Schmider is a regulatory compliance consultant for KPMG LLP. Over the past year, she’s had the honor of representing her state as Miss Pennsylvania 2015 for the Miss America Organization. “Joining the fight to find a cure for cystic fibrosis with my 49 fellow honorees aligned perfectly with my year of service as Miss Pennsylvania and my passion to give back to the community,” she says. Her favorite thing to do in Pittsburgh is to spend Sundays in the Strip District. She loves to start her morning with coffee at La Prima Espresso and stroll down Penn Avenue, taking in all of the great food and culture Pittsburgh has to offer. TOP SPONSORS: Family, friends, Prescott Roofing and Remodeling, ESI Associates Insurance
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