Dr. Patrick Quillin - Enhancing the Lives of Cancer Patients

An internationally respected author, lecturer, profession and consultant in the field of nutrition, Patrick Quillin is a highly skilled innovator, a talented man who is dedicated to finding solutions to better health care for people with cancer patients.

He has committed much of his life to the advancement of cancer research and treatment from a nutritional standpoint. From 1990 to 2000 he served as Vice President of Nutrition for the Cancer Treatment Centers of America.

Through 27 years of experiences as a clinical nutritionist, he has helped change the lives of many cancer patients. When it comes to achieving optimal health and fighting cancer, Quillin is considered a hero to many people.

Dirk Thomas - A True Gift of Brotherly Love

Think for a moment. How many friends do you have that you can call on anytime day or night that will be there for you?

Dirk Thomas and Thomas Mierzwiak had been friends for about eight years and their daughters also shared friendships through the sport of soccer.

After realizing his friend Thomas was ill and in need of a kidney, Dirk immediately offered one of his. Without a second thought he chose to give the gift of life to Thomas – giving him a second chance at life.

Ann Woodford - Uniting Her Community

It began 10 years ago in Andrews, North Carolina. Twenty-two African-American women who believed in change and the ability to make an impact on their community came together to discuss the state of African-American youth and adults in their local communities.

The idea was to form a group that possessed corporate leadership skills that would not only affect African-Americans but the entire community, helping to build stronger minds and enabling the community to become self-sufficient.

Presented with the first grant opportunity to match donated funds, twelve of the original twenty-two women responded with one-hundred dollars each, hence the name One Dozen Who Care, Inc., a 501c (3) non-profit organization. Ann Woodford is the Founder and Executive Director.

Marc Davis - A Champion Racer Shares His Passion with Other Youth

Marc Davis lives life in the fast lane – literally. He has become a legend in his own right as a race car driver. At the age of 18, Davis has seen the checkered flag raised in his honor on several race tracks.

His love of racing began at the age of six. Davis is one of the most successful drivers who joined the Joe Gibbs Racing Team via the diversity program founded by Gibbs and the late Reggie White, an initiative that traces its roots back to May 2003. Formed by the former Redskins Coach Joe Gibbs and the late Reggie White (Pro Football Hall of Famer), the program to enables minorities who have the passion and talent for motor sports to live their dreams.

Davis, a native of Silver Spring, Maryland, has certainly blazed a trail of success. In 2004 he became only the second African-American driver to win at the Hickory Motor Speedway in North Carolina. During an incredible rookie season, he racked up six victories, 17 top-fives and 20 top-tens.

CeCe Peniston - A Soulful and Captivating Diva

As a multi-platinum recording artist, her singing career has lead to many extraordinary opportunities including performing at the Vatican and being the first female entertainer to visit and perform in South Africa after the abolition of apartheid.

Performing in front of millions is only one of her passions.  Ms. Peniston’s true passion lies within her charitable work.  She has also blazed a trail in this arena.  Through her LOTS Foundation (Lifting Others to Succeed) she has shared her success with many organizations involving HIV/AIDS, multiple sclerosis, women and children in need, hunger and the equality of mankind. “Helping people have been a part of my spirit since I was young.”  Since 1993, Ms. Peniston has been entertaining those who serve to protect us – America’s troops.

Her Thoughts on Longevity – “Have a good foundation of people around you who will tell you the truth no matter what.  Continue to love what you do and be willing to grow and make changes within yourself.  You should also have a good spiritual foundation.  Accept the good and the bad and analyze it.  Once you know the peaks and valleys are going to be there, then you accept it a whole lot better.”