We are thrilled to announce that Mack Media Relations Founder Robyn Patterson has been named a candidate for Visionary of the Year, an elite fundraising competition benefiting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). This distinguished campaign unites community leaders and changemakers in the fight against blood cancers, challenging them to raise critical funds to support LLS’s mission of advancing lifesaving research, patient support, and advocacy.
A Passion for Making an Impact
As a leader in the local PR industry, Robyn has dedicated her career to elevating brands and businesses through strategic storytelling. Now, she’s harnessing that same passion and influence to make an impact in the fight against leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease, and myeloma.
The Visionary of the Year campaign spans a 10-week period, during which candidates and their teams compete to raise the most funds for LLS. The winner is named Visionary of the Year, but every dollar raised helps to fund vital research and support for patients and their families.
Join the Fight Against Blood Cancer
Robyn invites her friends, family, colleagues, and community members to join her in this mission by donating, attending upcoming fundraising events, and spreading awareness about the importance of LLS’s work. Every contribution, big or small, plays a crucial role in driving progress toward a world without blood cancer. Special thank you to those who have already supported her campaign.
April Fundraising Events
Here are several exciting ways to support Robyn’s campaign this April:
Veronica Beard Shopping Event
Saturday, April 19 from 2-4PM
Veronica Beard at the Scottsdale Quarter (15147 North Scottsdale Road) is hosting a give back shopping event. The women’s designer clothing brand will donate 15 percent of all event proceeds to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. It’s a wonderful opportunity to refresh your wardrobe while supporting an important cause!
Can’t make it in person? Call (480) 716-8510 to place a phone order, and your purchase will still be included in the donation.
Wine Girl Sip & Shop
Wednesday, April 23 from 5:30-8:30PM
Wine Girl in Old Town Scottsdale is hosting a Sip & Shop event where 50 percent of all wine and merchandise sales will be donated to Robyn’s LLS Visionary of the Year campaign. Come by for some vino and shop Wine Girl’s cute wine-themed apparel.
Bike for Blood Cancer Bar Crawl
Sunday, April 27th at 11AM
Arizona Party Bike is hosting a Bike for Blood Cancer Bar Crawl. All of the proceeds will be donated to the campaign, and participating bars will feature specialty drinks in support of the cause. Mark your calendar now for this fun day drinking event. More details coming soon!
Ongoing Support Opportunities
The Mexicano & The Italiano Partnership
Chef Joey, his family, and their incredible team are generously contributing to the cause in honor of Chef Joey’s daughter Giuliana, who is currently fighting stage one lymphoma. Visit The Mexicano in Phoenix or The Italiano in Scottsdale, where they’re donating 5% of margarita sales at The Mexicano and 5% of wine sales at The Italiano over the next few weeks to support Robyn’s campaign.
How You Can Help
The Visionary of the Year campaign concludes May 17th at the LLS Gala at Talking Stick Resort. For more information on Robyn’s Visionary of the Year campaign or to make a direct donation, visit https://pages.lls.org/voy/az/az25/rpatterson.
Together, we can make a difference in the fight against blood cancers!