Adelaide, mark your calendars! On Friday, May 30th, Showcase SA is teaming up with the Longest Table campaign to host a very special long lunch raising vital funds for The Hospital Research Foundation’s breast cancer research. This is one you won’t want to miss.
Hosted at the beautiful Playford Adelaide, the lunch will see beloved Adelaide personality Ali Clarke and Hospital Research Foundation ambassador Leah Baylis take to the stage. Both of these inspiring women have faced breast cancer head-on and will open up about their personal journeys with guests.
In 2024, South Australians were shocked to hear of Ali Clarke’s breast cancer diagnosis. Ali is ready to share her story of honesty and resilience, mixed in with a bit of her signature wit. This will be a raw and real look at life with cancer, but also moments of laughter, reflection, and hope.
“There are a lot of different lunches and events around things like cancer and illness, but the way we’re going to go about it is going to be different, it’s going to be a fun and uplifting afternoon,” said Ali.
Joining her is Champagne Recruitment founder Leah Baylis. Leah faced a diagnosis of stage 3 hormone-receptive breast cancer, and her story is one of fierce determination. Leah is pushing for earlier detection and better outcomes for future generations. Her advocacy and openness are as inspiring as they are empowering.
“Two and a half years ago, I was diagnosed with breast cancer,” shared Leah.
“My breast cancer was growing on the back of my chest wall, if I hadn’t gone for my check by the time I did, it would’ve been too late. I hope this event plants the seed for even just one person to go and get checked, then my work here is done!”
Alongside hearing the heartfelt stories from the guest speakers, attendees can enjoy a delicious two-course lunch, paired with boutique wines from McLaren Vale’s Hither & Yon.
The Showcase SA Fork Cancer Lunch is a wonderful chance to catch up with old friends while making some new ones, and it’s all for a good cause. As one of SA’s most active business networking companies, it’ll also be a chance to chat with and learn from like-minded individuals, share insights and forge connections that could shape the future of your business or career.
While Showcase SA events are normally member-only, this one is open to the public to come along, hear from the fantastic speakers, raise some money, and get an insight into what Showcase SA are all about.
Plus, all proceeds from the event are going directly to breast cancer research. At The Hospital Research Foundation, they’re fighting to find a cure while improving the care for the local community. So, whether you are going for the cause, the company, or the food, this luncheon is extra special. It’s a chance to show up, stand with survivors, and fund the future of cancer research.
Tickets for the event are $150 (+GST and booking fee) or $1,500 (+GST and booking fee) for a table of 10, and Showcase SA members can use one ticket per organisation from their allocations.
Showcase SA’s Fork Cancer Lunch
When: Friday, May 30th, 12pm to 2pm
Where: The Playford Adelaide
Tickets: $150 (+GST and booking fee) or $1,500 (+GST and booking fee) for a table of 10
For more information, click here.
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