Connective Issues - Summer 2020

there to capture footage for the evening news. “Our community relations team creates, executes, and oversees many outreach events throughout the year. The Marfan Foundation’s Walk for Victory is that unique, annual event in which our entire station gets involved,” said Mayte Padron, Local 10’s director of community relations. “From engineers and the business office to news reporters and our CEO, we look forward to the camaraderie and the collective excitement of coming together to support a wonderful cause.” No one is more proud of how the station champions Marfan syndrome and related conditions than Bert Medina. “Words cannot truly describe my emotions as I witness the turnout from the entire team at the South Florida Walk for Victory,” said Bert. “We have a very generous and giving group of human beings and I am humbled and honored by their participation and support. They are saving many lives in our community.” The Leadership of Bert Medina Bert’s involvement in the Foundation on both a national level and local level is exemplary. “Over the past few years, the Foundation has been extremely fortunate to have Bert increase his involvement. His personal connection with our mission runs deep, and is evidenced by his tireless support in raising awareness, supporting our development activities, and joining our Board of Directors,” said Cory Eaves, Board Chair. “By enlisting the support of the whole WPLG Local 10 station, Bert has also set the standard for building community support in Florida.” Stay up-to-date on Local 10 by downloading their app on your phone and following the station on social media. You can also follow Nicole Perez on Instagram, where she promotes the Foundation’s happenings in South Florida.

p Garrett Langford and his daughter, Haley, were interviewed by Local 10 in January 2020.

“I felt it was an absolute necessity to use my platform at Local 10 to help spread the word about Marfan syndrome,” said Nicole. “My commitment to the Marfan community has grown so much over the past few years. How can I not be committed to a community who truly shows up in life every single day? The Marfan community has opened my eyes to what leading a fulfilling life really means. The kindness and generosity you feel from everyone who works for the Foundation and from those who attend the Walk is so special to me. I promise to continue my commitment for many years to come.” In fact, rain or shine, the entire Local 10 team has a presence at the South Florida Walk for Victory each year. They walk, they raise money, and they have a great time with our community. And there’s always a camera crew

p Nicole Perez

p Local 10 Anchor Kristi Krueger (right) with the station’s chief meteorologist, Betty Davis, who also supports the South Florida Walk for Victory each year.

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