Linda Dresner, World-Renown Fashion Maven, Creates Exciting Fashion Show for Karmanos Cancer Institute's Annual Dinner Gala, May 8

DETROIT, April 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Guests attending the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute's 28th Annual Dinner Gala on Saturday, May 8, at the Rock Financial Showplace, will be dazzled by a stunning fashion show designed by creative icon Linda Dresner. The native Detroiter, world-renowned fashion maven and breast cancer survivor has planned an exciting fashion program that will have attendees feel as if they were in New York or Europe. Guest tables will serve as runways as more than 40 models will stroll showcasing the latest fashions, complete with hair designs and makeup. In addition to the fashion show, the Annual Dinner gala will include a reception, elegant dinner, a super silent auction, and a raffle sponsored by Tiffany & Co. Master of Ceremonies will be radio legend and long-time Karmanos supporter Dick Purtan. Special tribute will be given to Gerold Bepler, M.D., Ph.D., the new president and chief executive officer of the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute. Entertainment will be provided by the Bay Area Blues Society.  

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This is the second time that Dresner has created a fashion show for Karmanos. The first time was in 2007, and it was so successful that guests have been looking forward to its return.

Dresner, a 13-year breast cancer survivor, has donated her time, talent and resources for this fashion show, something she does freely in thanks for the care she received at the Karmanos Cancer Institute. Her creative talent inspires and celebrates the strength and beauty of women.  

"When I was diagnosed with cancer, it was a dramatic event in my life," said Dresner. "I feel very fortunate to have had such wonderful care at the Karmanos Cancer Institute. The compassionate care I received during my treatment and throughout my recovery was excellent. It was a turning point in my life, and it changed me. I'm honored to be able to give something back to the Institute where medical and research teams continue to work tirelessly to find the best and most successful treatments for all cancers."

The Annual Dinner supports and salutes the ongoing work of the dedicated team of physicians, researchers, staff and volunteers who continue to provide outstanding patient care and groundbreaking research at the Karmanos Cancer Institute.

WHAT:

Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute's 28th Annual Dinner

WHEN:

Saturday, May 8, 2010

6:30 p.m. – Midnight

WHERE:

Rock Financial Showplace

46100 Grand River Ave.

Novi, Michigan 48374

SPONSORS: Executive Sponsor is Compuware Corporation. Entertainment Sponsor is Kenwal Steel Corporation. Dinner Sponsor is Trott & Trott. Program Book Sponsors are Kellie and Mike Ferrantino.

Honorary Co-Chairs are Michelle and Charles E. Becker, Becker Ventures; Danialle and Peter Karmanos, Jr., Compuware Corporation; Linda Dresner and Ed Levy, Jr., Edw C. Levy Co.; Lil and Alex Erdeljan; Kellie and Mike Ferrantino; Sandy and Alan S. Schwartz, Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP; HOUR Detroit & Dbusiness Magazines; Frances and Kenneth Eisenberg, Kenwal Steel Corp.; Elizabeth and Michael Kojaian; Jacqueline and Mario Nanos, Residential Home Health; Tiffany & Co. and Kathleen and David Trott, of Trott & Trott.

Other major sponsors include Delphi Foundation; Ford Motor Company; General Motors, General Motors Foundation; George P. Johnson Company; PVS Chemicals, Inc.; Rock Financial Showplace; and Soave Enterprises.

TO ATTEND: Ticket prices range from $375 to $750. Reservations will be accepted up to the event. For more information call Karry Samulski at 313-576-8106 or email [email protected].

About Linda Dresner

Linda Dresner is a fashion maven, her insight and opinion often sought by the New York Times, London Times, Women's Wear Daily and local media. For more than 30 years, the LINDA DRESNER store in Birmingham, Michigan has dominated the fashion stage with top collections personally culled from Europe, New York and other world capitals. Linda Dresner is first and foremost a Detroiter where she was born and educated, discovering her life long passion for art and fashion early in life. A breast cancer survivor, Linda has long been an active proponent of education, awareness and early detection.

About the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute

Located in mid-town Detroit, Michigan, the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute is one of 40 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the United States. Caring for nearly 6,000 new patients annually on a budget of $216 million, conducting more than 700 cancer-specific scientific investigation programs and clinical trials, Karmanos is among the nation's best cancer centers. Through the commitment of 1,000 staff, including nearly 300 physicians and researchers on faculty at the Wayne State University School of Medicine, and supported by thousands of volunteer and financial donors, Karmanos strives to prevent, detect and eradicate all forms of cancer. Its long-term partnership with the WSU School of Medicine enhances the collaboration of critical research and academics related to cancer care. Gerold Bepler, M.D., Ph.D., is the Institute's president and chief executive officer. Karmanos is southeastern Michigan's most preferred hospital for cancer care according to annual surveys conducted by the National Research Corporation. For more information call 1-800-KARMANOS or go to www.karmanos.org.  

SOURCE Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute