T.J. Martell Foundation Women of Influence Awards Los Angeles Announced

LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwired - May 4, 2016) - The T.J. Martell Foundation for Leukemia, Cancer and AIDS Research is pleased to announce that its Women of Influence Los Angeles Awards Gala will be held on Tuesday, June 21st, at the historic Ebell Theater. This spectacular evening will feature a lavish cocktail reception, seated dinner, extensive auction, and outstanding musical performances.

Tuesday, June 21, 2016 - The Ebell Theatre, Los Angeles, 6:00 - 10:00 PM

The event will see some of the music industry's most illustrious and influential figures gather to honor six dynamic women whose personal and professional success inspires other women around the globe to live their dreams while balancing work, home, and health. The T. J. Martell Foundation is proud to honor Bozoma Saint John, Head of Global Consumer Marketing, Apple and iTunes. Bozoma started her groundbreaking work as Cultural Branding Marketer at Pepsi and her revolutionary approach to corporate sponsorship, marketing, and collaborations has put her at the top of her field. Lisa Vanderpump, Philanthropist/Businesswoman/TV Personality, known for "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" and "Vanderpump Rules," is an author, prominent restaurateur, and successful businesswoman whose extensive philanthropic endeavors have garnered her international acclaim. Rebeca León, Senior VP of Latin Talent, AEG Live/Goldenvoice, has built her career crafting partnerships between Latin artists, sponsors, and venues which have changed the face of modern musical performance. Jennifer Sullivan, President, memBrain, LLC, is an award-winning brand visionary with experience in licensing, product development, integrated marketing programs, digital technologies, entertainment marketing, and national promotions. Honoree and Keynote Speaker, Dr. Kristi Funk, Breast Cancer Surgeon, Co-founder and Medical Director, Pink Lotus Breast Center, opened the Pink Lotus Breast Center in March 2009; this facility fuses state-of-the art screening, diagnosis and treatment with preventive strategies and holistic, compassionate care. The Foundation is delighted to bestow its inaugural "Rising Star" award to Adina Friedman, Artist Manager/Partner, Friends at Work for her instrumental work with Ty Stiklorious's and her inspirational philanthropic activities.

The 2016 Women of Influence Awards Los Angeles tickets, sponsorships, and journal ads can be reviewed by going to donate.tjmartell.org/WOILA2016

Honorees Photos: https://spaces.hightail.com/space/Phtea

About the T.J. Martell Foundation:
The T.J. Martell Foundation is the music industry's largest foundation that funds innovative medical research focused on finding cures for leukemia, cancer and AIDS. The Foundation, headquartered in New York, is a national 501(c)3 non-profit organization that was founded in 1975 by music industry executive Tony Martell and his colleagues in loving memory of his son T.J., who died of leukemia. The Foundation has provided more than $270 million for research that supports top hospitals in the United States. For more information go to www.tjmartell.org

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