Courage

vision

empowerment

InspIratIonawakening

Community

DeDiCation

passion

speCial guest mallory weggemann

as seen on “Cnn” and “the today show“

women against ms

InspIratIon

the wams (women against ms) luncheon is a nationwide educational and fundraising event that helps to increase public awareness of multiple sclerosis and the national ms society while creating an inspiring, motivational and empowering environment for people in the Capital District. the goal of the wams luncheon is simple – to raise funds and empower each other to create a better future for those living with ms while acknowledging and encouraging the advancement of local philanthropists, community leaders and volunteers.

To benefit the National MS Society

Upstate New York Chapter

photos by joan heffler, Creative expressions photography

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with speCial guest mallory weggemann

the premier women’s networking luncheon in the Capital region is proud to present 2014

women against ms

join us for an afternoon of professional development, inspiration and exhilaration – a one-of-a-kind event for Capital region women to benefit the national ms society!

Friday, november 7, 2014Wolferts roost Country Club

11:30 a.m. – networking & Celebrity Meet-and-Greet12:30 p.m. – Luncheon

the premier women’s networking luncheon in the Capital region is proud to present 2014

women against ms

To benefit the National MS Society

Upstate New York Chapter

®

InspIratIon

Competitive swimmer, Mallory Weggemann, had her life for-ever changed on January 21, 2008. On that date, she received an epidural injection to help treat back pain; however, by the time it was finished, the college freshman was paralyzed from the belly-button down.

Weggemann has been a competitive swimmer since the age of seven and feared that she would never compete again. But, just a few months after becoming paralyzed, her older sister found an article in the local newspaper highlighting the Paralympic Swimming Trials for the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games. Still coping with her new disability, Weggemann found one thing unchanged, her passion for swimming. While attending the meet as a spectator with her sister, she met several of the US National Team coaches. On April 8, 2008, Weggemann re-turned to the pool and has been breaking national and world records ever since.

She touts her Paralympic trials experience as life changing. “I have always loved the sport, but when this happened I thought my days of swimming were over and when I realized I could still do it, well I will never forget that moment.” Weggemann was on her way to capturing 15 world records and 33 American records. In 2009, 2010 and 2011 she was named Disabled Swimmer of the Year by USA Swimming. She also was recog-nized by ESPN with the 2011 ESPY for Best Female Athlete with a Disability for her outstanding performance at the 2010 World Championships.

Last summer, during the Summer Olympics in London and just days before the 2012 Paralympics, a controversial decision to move Mallory up a class left her competing against less disabled swimmers. Nonetheless, Mallory showcased her amazing abili-ties by winning gold and setting a Paralympic Record in the 50m freestyle. Mallory also anchored the bronze medal winning 4x100m medley relay team, bringing USA back from fifth place to almost capturing gold! It has been deemed one of the most memorable moments of the London Games, and it inspired many across the world.

Women against Ms is proud to present

Mallory Weggemannas seen on “Cnn” and “the today show“

$5,000 platinum Corporate sponsorship

• Premier logo presence in a comprehensive media campaign including PSAs on WNYT News Channel 13 and print ads in the Times Union

• Logo placement in print media

• 10 tickets to attend luncheon

• Logo on WAMS invitation

• Logo and full page ad in program book

• Company logo on table tent

• Logo placement on Upstate New York Chapter website with link to your company web site

• Recognition from the podium at the luncheon

• Opportunity to network with Capital Region business women

• Opportunity to insert coupon advertisement, and promotional item into event gift bags (quantity 400)

join us for an afternoon of professional development, inspiration and exhilaration – a one-of-a-kind event for Capital region women to benefit the national ms society!

Friday, november 7, 2014Wolferts roost Country Club

11:30 a.m. – networking & Celebrity Meet-and-Greet12:30 p.m. – Luncheon

the premier women’s networking luncheon in the Capital region is proud to present 2014

women against ms

To benefit the National MS Society

Upstate New York Chapter

®

Competitive swimmer, Mallory Weggemann, had her life for-ever changed on January 21, 2008. On that date, she received an epidural injection to help treat back pain; however, by the time it was finished, the college freshman was paralyzed from the belly-button down.

Weggemann has been a competitive swimmer since the age of seven and feared that she would never compete again. But, just a few months after becoming paralyzed, her older sister found an article in the local newspaper highlighting the Paralympic Swimming Trials for the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games. Still coping with her new disability, Weggemann found one thing unchanged, her passion for swimming. While attending the meet as a spectator with her sister, she met several of the US National Team coaches. On April 8, 2008, Weggemann re-turned to the pool and has been breaking national and world records ever since.

She touts her Paralympic trials experience as life changing. “I have always loved the sport, but when this happened I thought my days of swimming were over and when I realized I could still do it, well I will never forget that moment.” Weggemann was on her way to capturing 15 world records and 33 American records. In 2009, 2010 and 2011 she was named Disabled Swimmer of the Year by USA Swimming. She also was recog-nized by ESPN with the 2011 ESPY for Best Female Athlete with a Disability for her outstanding performance at the 2010 World Championships.

Last summer, during the Summer Olympics in London and just days before the 2012 Paralympics, a controversial decision to move Mallory up a class left her competing against less disabled swimmers. Nonetheless, Mallory showcased her amazing abili-ties by winning gold and setting a Paralympic Record in the 50m freestyle. Mallory also anchored the bronze medal winning 4x100m medley relay team, bringing USA back from fifth place to almost capturing gold! It has been deemed one of the most memorable moments of the London Games, and it inspired many across the world.

Women against Ms is proud to present

Mallory Weggemannas seen on “Cnn” and “the today show“

InspIratIon$3,000 Gold Corporate sponsorship

• Premier logo presence in a comprehensive media campaign including print ads in the Times Union

• Eight tickets to attend luncheon

• Logo on WAMS invitation as sponsor

• Logo and half page ad in program book

• Company logo on table tent

• Logo placement on Upstate New York Chapter website with link to your company web site

• Recognition from the podium at the luncheon

• Opportunity to network with Capital Region business women

• Opportunity to insert coupon advertisement, and promotional item into event gift bags (quantity 400)

join us for an afternoon of professional development, inspiration and exhilaration – a one-of-a-kind event for Capital region women to benefit the national ms society!

Friday, november 7, 2014Wolferts roost Country Club

11:30 a.m. – networking & Celebrity Meet-and-Greet12:30 p.m. – Luncheon

the premier women’s networking luncheon in the Capital region is proud to present 2014

women against ms

To benefit the National MS Society

Upstate New York Chapter

®

Competitive swimmer, Mallory Weggemann, had her life for-ever changed on January 21, 2008. On that date, she received an epidural injection to help treat back pain; however, by the time it was finished, the college freshman was paralyzed from the belly-button down.

Weggemann has been a competitive swimmer since the age of seven and feared that she would never compete again. But, just a few months after becoming paralyzed, her older sister found an article in the local newspaper highlighting the Paralympic Swimming Trials for the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games. Still coping with her new disability, Weggemann found one thing unchanged, her passion for swimming. While attending the meet as a spectator with her sister, she met several of the US National Team coaches. On April 8, 2008, Weggemann re-turned to the pool and has been breaking national and world records ever since.

She touts her Paralympic trials experience as life changing. “I have always loved the sport, but when this happened I thought my days of swimming were over and when I realized I could still do it, well I will never forget that moment.” Weggemann was on her way to capturing 15 world records and 33 American records. In 2009, 2010 and 2011 she was named Disabled Swimmer of the Year by USA Swimming. She also was recog-nized by ESPN with the 2011 ESPY for Best Female Athlete with a Disability for her outstanding performance at the 2010 World Championships.

Last summer, during the Summer Olympics in London and just days before the 2012 Paralympics, a controversial decision to move Mallory up a class left her competing against less disabled swimmers. Nonetheless, Mallory showcased her amazing abili-ties by winning gold and setting a Paralympic Record in the 50m freestyle. Mallory also anchored the bronze medal winning 4x100m medley relay team, bringing USA back from fifth place to almost capturing gold! It has been deemed one of the most memorable moments of the London Games, and it inspired many across the world.

Women against Ms is proud to present

Mallory Weggemannas seen on “Cnn” and “the today show“

InspIratIon$2,000 Celebrity Underwriter

• Premier company listing placement in a comprehensive media campaign including print ads in the Times Union

• Six tickets to attend luncheon

• Logo placement on WAMS invitation next to Mallory Weggemann’s photo indicating your firm as celebrity underwriter (maximum of four sponsor logos at this level)

• Listing and quarter page ad in program book

• Company name listed on table tent

• Company listing on Upstate New York Chapter website with link to your company web site

• Recognition from the podium at the luncheon

• Opportunity to network with Capital Region business women

• Opportunity to insert coupon advertisement, and promotional item into gift bags (quantity 400)

join us for an afternoon of professional development, inspiration and exhilaration – a one-of-a-kind event for Capital region women to benefit the national ms society!

Friday, november 7, 2014Wolferts roost Country Club

11:30 a.m. – networking & Celebrity Meet-and-Greet12:30 p.m. – Luncheon

the premier women’s networking luncheon in the Capital region is proud to present 2014

women against ms

To benefit the National MS Society

Upstate New York Chapter

®

Competitive swimmer, Mallory Weggemann, had her life for-ever changed on January 21, 2008. On that date, she received an epidural injection to help treat back pain; however, by the time it was finished, the college freshman was paralyzed from the belly-button down.

Weggemann has been a competitive swimmer since the age of seven and feared that she would never compete again. But, just a few months after becoming paralyzed, her older sister found an article in the local newspaper highlighting the Paralympic Swimming Trials for the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games. Still coping with her new disability, Weggemann found one thing unchanged, her passion for swimming. While attending the meet as a spectator with her sister, she met several of the US National Team coaches. On April 8, 2008, Weggemann re-turned to the pool and has been breaking national and world records ever since.

She touts her Paralympic trials experience as life changing. “I have always loved the sport, but when this happened I thought my days of swimming were over and when I realized I could still do it, well I will never forget that moment.” Weggemann was on her way to capturing 15 world records and 33 American records. In 2009, 2010 and 2011 she was named Disabled Swimmer of the Year by USA Swimming. She also was recog-nized by ESPN with the 2011 ESPY for Best Female Athlete with a Disability for her outstanding performance at the 2010 World Championships.

Last summer, during the Summer Olympics in London and just days before the 2012 Paralympics, a controversial decision to move Mallory up a class left her competing against less disabled swimmers. Nonetheless, Mallory showcased her amazing abili-ties by winning gold and setting a Paralympic Record in the 50m freestyle. Mallory also anchored the bronze medal winning 4x100m medley relay team, bringing USA back from fifth place to almost capturing gold! It has been deemed one of the most memorable moments of the London Games, and it inspired many across the world.

Women against Ms is proud to present

Mallory Weggemannas seen on “Cnn” and “the today show“

InspIratIon$1,500 silver Corporate sponsorship

• Four tickets to attend luncheon

• Listing on WAMS invitation as sponsor

• Listing and quarter page ad in program book

• Company name listed on table tent

• Company listing on Upstate New York Chapter website with link to your company web site

• Opportunity to network with Capital Region business women

• Opportunity to insert coupon advertisement, and promotional item into gift bags (quantity 400)

join us for an afternoon of professional development, inspiration and exhilaration – a one-of-a-kind event for Capital region women to benefit the national ms society!

Friday, november 7, 2014Wolferts roost Country Club

11:30 a.m. – networking & Celebrity Meet-and-Greet12:30 p.m. – Luncheon

the premier women’s networking luncheon in the Capital region is proud to present 2014

women against ms

To benefit the National MS Society

Upstate New York Chapter

®

Competitive swimmer, Mallory Weggemann, had her life for-ever changed on January 21, 2008. On that date, she received an epidural injection to help treat back pain; however, by the time it was finished, the college freshman was paralyzed from the belly-button down.

Weggemann has been a competitive swimmer since the age of seven and feared that she would never compete again. But, just a few months after becoming paralyzed, her older sister found an article in the local newspaper highlighting the Paralympic Swimming Trials for the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games. Still coping with her new disability, Weggemann found one thing unchanged, her passion for swimming. While attending the meet as a spectator with her sister, she met several of the US National Team coaches. On April 8, 2008, Weggemann re-turned to the pool and has been breaking national and world records ever since.

She touts her Paralympic trials experience as life changing. “I have always loved the sport, but when this happened I thought my days of swimming were over and when I realized I could still do it, well I will never forget that moment.” Weggemann was on her way to capturing 15 world records and 33 American records. In 2009, 2010 and 2011 she was named Disabled Swimmer of the Year by USA Swimming. She also was recog-nized by ESPN with the 2011 ESPY for Best Female Athlete with a Disability for her outstanding performance at the 2010 World Championships.

Last summer, during the Summer Olympics in London and just days before the 2012 Paralympics, a controversial decision to move Mallory up a class left her competing against less disabled swimmers. Nonetheless, Mallory showcased her amazing abili-ties by winning gold and setting a Paralympic Record in the 50m freestyle. Mallory also anchored the bronze medal winning 4x100m medley relay team, bringing USA back from fifth place to almost capturing gold! It has been deemed one of the most memorable moments of the London Games, and it inspired many across the world.

Women against Ms is proud to present

Mallory Weggemannas seen on “Cnn” and “the today show“

InspIratIon$500 Bronze Corporate sponsorship

• Two tickets to attend luncheon

• Listing on WAMS invitation as sponsor

• Listing in program book

• Company listing on Upstate New York Chapter web site with link to your company website

• Opportunity to network with Capital Region business women