Katch Up With Keia!: February 2015

Saturday, February 28, 2015

2015 DC Heart Ball

What an amazing turnout this year for the 2015 DC Heart Ball. This premier society gala is an annual event to benefit both the American Heart Association- Greater Washington Region and the American Stroke Association!

The black-tie event, entitled 'Joie de Vivre' was held Saturday, February 28, 2015 at the exquisite Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Washington, D.C. Vice-Chair of The Clinton Foundation, Chelsea Clinton was the Honorary Speaker for the evening and special awards were presented to some of the nation's best leaders.

Sponsors included AT&T, The Bender Family and Juniper Networks to name a few.

Chelsea Clinton, Vice Chair of The Clinton Foundation.

I was thrilled with this year's French Parisian theme, which included romantic music, an Effle Tower and a mock up of the famous Pont des Arts "love locks bridge." What better way to spend an evening giving back to a worthy cause than in a gorgeous venue such as this one?

Over $1.1 million was raised from the silent and live auctions along with the overwhelming attendance from DC, Maryland and Virginia's most prominent medical and community leaders.

If you missed the opportunity to support the American Heart Association at this social, please visit their website for upcoming events.

"Helping those who give back, pay back."

Keia Brown, Miss District of Columbia International 2015

Saturday, February 14, 2015

National Wear Red Weekend 2015

February 6, 2015 was this year's National Wear Red Day in observance of the Go Red for Women Campaign. I was proud to wear my red to work that day and even encouraged my co-workers to embrace the initiative. I organized an afternoon "RED Party" where red-themed desserts were enjoyed by all.

Later that evening, I was invited by the American Heart Association- Greater Washington Region to attend the Crystal Couture Sale & Fashion Show in Crystal City, Virginia as a special guest. The local designers and retailers featured their clothing on the runway, which was aired live on a local radio station.

On Monday, February 9th, I volunteered at the American Heart Association Greater Washington Region's Affair of the Heart Luncheon & Fashion Show as a Social Media Correspondent. The event was a sold out show and was a huge success. The grand ballroom and VIP Room were overwhelmed with exhilarating energy and passion for the cause to fight heart disease. I was extremely proud and humbled to be a part of this year's event.