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YMCA of Greater Kansas City – Cheers for Challenger

September 10th was the date for YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s Cheers for Challenger at Teva Pharmaceuticals. The ninth annual event featured fine food and beverages, entertainment and silent and live auctions. Jenny Burkhead served as the chairman.

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Greg Westbrook, Alex Phillips, Mark Moberly, and Ryan Humphrey
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Julie and Trent Green with Tony Rubaie, YMCA Challenger participant
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Chairman Jenny Burkhead and Greg Westbrook, Teva Pharmaceuticals
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Larry Downey, Teva North America Specialty Medicines; and Jason Booker

Additional photos also featured in the November 14, 2015 issue
Photo Credit: Myla Tosatto

 

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