We are thrilled to introduce our newest Board member of FLIP, Mollie Lyden! We wanted to make sure our FLIP family learned a bit more about Mollie, too, so we embarked on a little interview to shine some light on to her life! Hometown: Austintown, Oh (Youngstown area). Now, she resides in Westerville, Oh, with her husband Michael. Job title: MRI Lead Technologist, Advantage Diagnostics Passions: I love sports and watching baseball (Cleveland Indians!). I also love to play volleyball and we are Notre Dame (don’t hate!) and Miami Dolphin fans. Q: What #inspired you to join the FLIP Board? I got involved with FLIP first because wanted to volunteer with an organization that meant something to her. Chose because her father. Thought it would…
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Introducing the 2019 INSPIRE Ambassador Team!
FLIP’s Darby Creek Trail Run: 2019 INSPIRE Ambassadors We are thrilled to introduce our 2019 Darby Creek Trail Run INSPIRE Ambassadors! The ambassadors were selected to help represent our race as people who live a lifestyle that helps prevent cancer and inspires others to do the same! Follow them along on their training journeys! Elizabeth Wren Her Why: She simply loves the passion and vision of FLIP. Originally a ‘road race’ runner, she now focuses on the trail and has completed several 50ks! Next up for her may be a 50 miler! Her boyfriend had a scare with prostate cancer and she believes that a healthy and active lifestyle is important in the fight against cancer! Lauri Stahl Her…
FLIP’s Fall Board Member Interview
Name: Nicki Meyer Dennis Age: 26 Hometown: Gainesville, Florida Hobbies: Quality time with family & friends, exercising, crafting/pinteresting Passions: The three F’s; Family, friends & faith Q: How long have you been a part of FLIP’s Board? A: 7 months Q: What excites you most about being a board member on FLIP’s team? A: The ability to educate people in healthy living and cancer prevention. Q: How would you describe your current state of health and wellness? Also, what is your #1 tip for living a cancer preventative lifestyle? A: I have always been very health conscious. I grew up with parents that tried to be really healthy and educate us to live healthy, too. My #1 tip is to just be aware. There are so many harmful things out there…
FLIP’s Buckeye Prize Pack Challenge!
To enter FLIP’s Buckeye Prize pack Challenge, follow the two easy steps below: 1. SHARE this message on Facebook, RETWEET on Twitter, FORWARD FLIP’s Newsletter or shoot us an EMAIL at quinn@vuecolumbus.com… & 2. REGISTER for the Darby Creek Trail Run. Email or message us on Facebook to let us know that you entered. The winner will be announced at the Race on Saturday, August 20th *Must be present to win **If you have already registered, just complete step #1 Again, you can sign up for the race at this link: FLIP’s Darby Creek Trail Run! GOOD LUCK!!
FLIP’s 2016 Spring Food Experience
UPDATE: Our Spring Food Experience has moved from May 18 to June 8. Plan accordingly! Want to experience new seasonal cuisine, learn healthy eating tips and connect with local resources? Please join the FLIP team along with many local food and drink vendors for the 2016 FLIP Spring Food Experience. The event will take place at Vue Columbus on Wednesday, June 8th from 6pm to 8pm. We hope to see you there! Join in on the cooking fun like this attendee did… SIGN UP HERE:
December FUN Interview: Jenny Lobb
We interviewed current FLIP board member, Jenny Lobb, to learn more about her life and what keeps her in the Holiday spirit! Name: Jenny Lobb Age: 27 Hometown: Westerville, OH Job title: Research Associate, Ohio State University Extension Passions: Professionally – childhood obesity prevention & public health nutrition Personally – hiking, biking and cooking with local foods Q: How long have you been a part of FLIP’s Board? A: 9 months Q: What excites you most about being a board member on FLIP’s team? Do you have any new ideas for programs or fundraisers that FLIP could work towards? A: The thing I like about FLIP is that fun comes first. People come out to FLIP events to have a good time, but it’s always done in a way that…
FUN INTERVIEW: #FUNINTHESUN
Completing our theme for the month of June “#FunintheSun,” we interviewed current FLIP board member Lauren Hrosch to find out what she does to stay healthy and active in the summer! Name: Lauren Hrosch Age: 28 Hometown: Enon, OH Job title: Director / Stock Plan Services Passions: Traveling and anything creative Q: How long have you been a part of FLIP’s Board? A: I’ve been on the board for about three years. Q: FLIP’s theme for the month of June has been “Fun in the Sun” or #FunintheSun. What activities help you get into this #FunintheSun mindset? A: The first thing that comes to mind is pool and beach time (with lots of sunscreen of course!). I am also an amusement park enthusiast which is…
Biking Across Kansas
FLIP Enthusiast, David Waite is preparing to bike across Kansas and is using his ride to inspire friends and family, honor his grandpa and to support FLIP!
Enthusiast of the Year
We asked for nominations for Enthusiast of the Year and my sister nominated her husband Jeff Dunn. Removing the obvious bias, Jeff’s story jumped out to us as one that really captures what FLIP is all about – and one that everyday people, like him, would connect with.
Make the FLIP – it starts with FIGHT!
We are mapping the various areas of our lives to dive deeper into the “How” of prevention. We are kicking the road map off in March where all journeys begin: the mind! We want to begin by reinforcing the importance of a mindset shift, or as we call it, making the FLIP.