Volunteer Leadership
The Champions of Hope Gala Executive Committee is composed of prestigious & influential executive and community leaders in the St. Louis Metropolitan Area. With over 30 members, the committee is dedicated to supporting the American Cancer Society in their fight against cancer.
Thank you to our leadership! If you'd like to get involved, Volunteer!
2021 Event Chairwoman
Penny Pennington
Manager Partner
Edward Jones
2021 Host Committee
The Champions of Hope Gala Host Committee are influential leaders from St. Louis' business an philanthropic community who are passionate towards the mission of the American Cancer Society. The Host Committee helps lead the procurement of revenue from some of St. Louis' most generous individuals. The Host Committee will welcome our distinguished guests at the cocktail reception at the 2021 Champions of Hope Gala.
Jesse & Linda Hunter
Executive Vice President
Chief Strategy Officer
Centene Corporation
Jim Mosby
Executive Managing Director
Cushman & Wakefield
David Reifscheider
Partner
Edward Jones
Fred Kostecki
Manager Partner
RubinBrown
Chris Tobin
Vice President
JP Morgan
2021 Executive Planning Committee