Keynote Speaker
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
As one of the most decorated female athletes of all-time, Jackie dominated the track and field circuit for 13 years and won three gold, one silver and two bronze medals spanning four Olympic Games during her illustrious career.
Sports Illustrated for Women magazine named Jackie the Greatest Female Athlete of the 20th Century. On three different occasions (1994, 1987 and 1986), she was honored by Track & Field News as the World Athlete of the Year. She also was named as the top American Athlete five times (1994, 1992, 1991, 1987 and 1986). Jackie received the Jesse Owens Award in both 1986 and 1987. She still holds the world record in the heptathlon (7291 points) and is the American record holder in both the heptathlon and long jump (24-7). On December 3, 2004, she was inducted into the U.S. Track and Field Hall of Fame. The inaugural recipient of the Humanitarian Athlete of the Year, Joyner-Kersee is known worldwide for her interest in aiding others.
Our Survivor
Marla Sewall
Marla is a 43 year old wife and mother of four boys, with 12 year old twins, a 10 year old, and a 7 year old. She is also a lifelong runner and has completed over 10 marathons and many other races, including the Boston Marathon. On top of all this, she's a survivor. Hear the rest of her story at our luncheon on Friday, June 8!
