Master of Ceremonies: Damian Holbrook
Damian Holbrook grew up in Lansdowne, PA and after four terrifying years in an all-boys Catholics high school, attended Temple University for journalism. Upon graduating, he was hired by a national entertainment magazine, where he is currently a senior writer and columnist. He has moderated celebrity panels on both coasts, co-hosted a podcast and appeared on several TV talks shows, but he is most proud of training his Chihuahua Bud to expect treats and belly scratches around the clock. He now lives in Haverford, PA and has been sober since Nov. 2nd, 1997.
Conversation Inspiration Awards
This year our Conversation Inspiration Awards will honor individuals who have used creativity to support recovery, including fine art, music, writing, spoken word, performance, adventure, spirituality or other innovative pursuits.
To us, “Creative Recovery” means using one’s innate creativity to enhance the healing process and find joy in recovery.
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Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Patron Sponsors
Event Venue
The Farmhouse at People’s Light
39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Need help finding us?
Call Lisa Mackell: 610-220-8862
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! We are grateful for any donations that will help us continue to grow the Conversation. You can make a donation online by clicking the button to the right, or you can mail a check made payable to Be a Part of the Conversation and send it to 16 E. Lancaster Avenue, Suite 101, Ardmore, PA 19003.
Smart Casual
Ample parking is available on the property.
If you need special assistance, please contact Kim Porter at kim@conversation.zone or 215-416-5604.
The brunch venue has ample indoor space, so there is no need for a rain date.
Program 🌸 Highlights
11:30 am
guests arrive • silent auction • socializing and networking • light refreshments
12:45 pm
auction closes • guests take their seats at tables of 10 in the ballroom • brunch is served
performances • speakers • honorees recognized
2:00 pm
program ends • auction items retrieved at exit
Event Planning Committee
Lisa Broida Bailey,
Committee Chair
Judy Hirsh & Maribeth McConnell, Auction Co-Chairs
Jill Adams • Sue Crathern
Casey Duffy • Katchen Fazzini
Caroline Fenkel • Joe Fenkel
Joe Gaudio • Joi Honer
Chris King • Bob Lamb
Lisa Mackell • Jean McClellan
Katherine Mitchell • Cindy Munger
Patty Plousis • Kim Porter
Pam Roberts • Kara Schwartz
Dawn Tucker • Susan Teich
Carol Veneziale
Be a Part of the Conversation Leadership
Kim Porter, CFRS
Executive Director
Judy Hirsh, JD, CFRS
Director of Community Engagement
Bob Lamb, MPH
Director of Operations & Programs
Pam Roberts
Parent Partnership Coordinator
Kara Schwartz
Communications Manager
Michael Blanche, MSS, LCSW
Clinical Advisor
Be a Part of the Conversation Board of Directors
Casey Duffy, President
Jill Adams, SFW
Vice President
Joe Gaudio, CPA
Treasurer
Dawn Tucker, MS
Secretary
Lisa Broida Bailey
Dr. Caroline Fenkel, LCSW
Joe Fenkel
Chris King
Doug Leavitt, Esq.
Lisa Mackell
Dennis Williams
Event Photography
Lisa Schaffer Photography
Event Videography
Valley Creek Productions
