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Our Healthcare Communications Team 

Ritz Battula, Director of Healthcare Communications

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Ritz Battula graduated from Baylor University in May 2023, majoring in Baylor Business Fellows and Human Resource Management, accompanied by a Leadership in Medicine Minor on the Pre-Medical Track. Throughout her academic journey, she demonstrated exceptional leadership skills by holding seven officer roles in four different student organizations, earning her the distinguished Excellence in Student Involvement Award from Baylor University. Ritz’s engagement extended beyond the classroom, encompassing clinical experience, community service, and research, fostering a well-rounded understanding of the intricacies within the realm of healthcare. Her early exposure to healthcare barriers prompted her desire to be a conscientious and effective agent of beneficial change in the healthcare industry and be a leader within the medical profession. Ritz’s goal is to use her skills and values to make a positive impact on the lives of her patients as a compassionate physician.

Alexandra Collins, Director of Public Relations

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Alexandra Collins graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in 2024 with a B.A in Sociology and a B.A in Anthropology. She transferred from Berkeley City College (BCC) with an A.A in Liberal Arts: Social and Behavioral Sciences, A.A-T in Sociology, and an A.A-T in Psychology. Alexandra is a 'Mentor' for the Youth Mental Health Academy program through the Child Mind Institute. She plans on taking a gap year before pursuing a Ph.D. in Sociology and becoming a professor. Additionally, she was a 'Research Assistant' at the Heart Equity & Access Research Treatment (HEART) Lab and has experience as a 'Behavioral Technician,' as well as management and customer service experience. 

Alix Greenblatt, Senior Associate

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Alix Greenblatt is currently working for the CDC Foundation/NYSDOH as a facility surveyor in long-term care. She is also working on finishing her MPH program at the University at Albany with a certificate in Global Health. Her goals are to one day work toward improving health rights for women and to work toward ending the stigma behind mental illness. She enjoys baking and music. Alix was also a contributor to Today's Patient, and also is one of the authors who have contributed to our books.

Jasmine Kaur, Senior Associate

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Dr. Jasmine Kaur a dynamic public health professional and physician from India, with a Master of Public Health from Johns Hopkins University. Her career blends medical expertise with a deep passion for health communications and mental health advocacy. Jasmine’s commitment to innovative public health solutions is matched by her love for storytelling and entertainment education. Known for her engaging podcasts and meaningful conversations, she excels in creating impactful content that resonates with diverse audiences. Jasmine’s creative approach and lifelong dedication to learning drive her efforts to enhance wellness and advance healthcare communication.

Brianna Lomax, Senior Associate

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Brianna Lomax completed her BSPH from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 2022. She is currently working as a Medical Scribe and completing her MPH at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a focus on Social & Behavioral Health. She is seeking to continue her career in health education to empower those with the knowledge and resources necessary to change their health outcomes and become more engaged in their personal health and wellness. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, music, poetry, and pottery.

Kaetlin Mueller, Senior Associate

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Katelin Mueller graduated from North Carolina State University in May 2023 with a B.A. in Communications and a minor in Biology. She is currently pursuing her masters in health communication at North Carolina State University. With plans of pursuing her doctorate in the fall of 2025, Katelin has conducted previous research on mental health, weight, and Scoliosis. Her interest focuses primarily on patient awareness, identity and uncertainty. Overall, Katelin is excited to further her knowledge of the healthcare field and enable patients to achieve the care they deserve.

Sreenija Muduganti, Senior Associate

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Sreenija Muduganti completed her Bachelor's in Public Health from Oregon State University in June 2023, with a minor in Business. She is currently pursuing her Master's in Healthcare Administration from the University of Pittsburgh. Sreenija is deeply passionate about public health, driven by a commitment to improving community health outcomes and addressing healthcare disparities. Her academic background, combined with her hands-on experience in clinical research and public policy, reflects her dedication to fostering health equity. Through her educational journey and professional endeavors, Sreenija aims to make a significant impact on the healthcare system, advocating for accessible and quality care for all.

Sarai Nolasco, Senior Associate

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Sarai Nolasco is a recent graduate of the Royal College of Art based in London, UK with a postgraduate degree in visual communication. She is passionate about communication and design and the way it tells our stories. She is interested in exploring how illustration and design can help improve communication within the health sector.  Through the power of visual communication, she would like to enhance the patient experience, promote health and wellness, and support healthcare marketing efforts. Sarai has a bachelor's degree in Advertising from Appalachian State University with a minor in marketing. She also has a small business called Sirenita Stickers where she designs and creates stickers based off of different locations around the world. As a Salvadoran-American, her practice is inspired by Latin American culture and values like positivity, hard-work, and community. In her free time she likes to run, illustrate, and travel.

Fatima Fofnana, Senior Associate

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Fatima Fofana graduated from Dowling College (New York, US)  in 2011 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Arts and from Florida Institute of Technology (Florida, US)  in 2016 with a Master of Science in Global Strategic Communication and a Certificate in Marketing Communications. She held a couple Communications positions and positions in the healthcare, insurance, and HUB field. She is passionate about the communication and healthcare fields, and would like to make an impact in these fields. Her hobbies are reading, painting, participating in outdoor activities, traveling and spending time with her family.

Matthew Johnson, Senior Associate

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Matthew Johnson graduated from Roosevelt University with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Media Studies in 2024. He is passionate about utilizing his wide skill set in writing, design, and editing to better the lives of communities and sharpen the media industry. As a student journalist at Roosevelt University, he documented real-life perspectives on the homelessness crisis, interviewing various shelters and homeless individuals in the greater Chicago area. As a Mansfield Fellow for Activism and Community Engagement at Roosevelt University, Matt was a teacher assistant intern at the Quad County Urban League (Aurora, IL). Finally, he was the lead web developer, editor, and web designer for St. Charles Model Works as a Web Design intern his last semester of Roosevelt University.

who we are ...

We are concert organizers with a passion to raise money for medical research. Our talented staff handles all aspects of the process from identifying the right headliner, booking the venue, promoting the event, and selling the tickets. We include your medical research organization in our planning sessions, catering the event to your needs and expectations. A portion of the proceeds from the event are then donated directly to your organization.

our talented staff

Max Hann, Director of Advertising and Promotion
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Max Hann has previously worked as a publicist, a video producer, and communications consultant. Max is from Mount Laurel, New Jersey and currently attends Rowan University as a Edelman Scholar and a dual major in Advertising and Radio, Television, and Film. 

Gabriella Schwochert, Associate Producer
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Gabriella Schwochert is an experienced event planner and conference planner and is also available to fully plan meal and dessert events before or after the concert for our clients. She is a student at Ocean County College majoring in hospitality management.

Emily Federico, Director of Public Relations and Social Media
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Emily Federico is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at Florida Atlantic University, with a focus on Hospitality and Marketing. She has a strong passion for event coordination and is a specialist in event marketing. She has special interest in healthcare communications. She is an experienced social media coordinator and enjoys promoting our concerts to our audiences while highlighting the medical advances of our partner charities.

Ava Handler, Associate Producer
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Ava Handler is a student at Northeastern University majoring in music management. She is an talented performer herself and recently spent a semester in Dublin, Ireland. She brings her passion for promoting musical artists and her skills of helping to produce concerts to our organization.

Bob Kieserman, Producer
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Bob Kieserman has been producing entertainment for over 40 years. A performer himself, as a young man, Bob toured the east coast as both a solo performer and as the founder and leader of a 20-person singing group. He has since promoted many concerts and productions and truly enjoys bringing quality entertainment to audiences while also benefiting medical research. Bob spent his career as a professor of healthcare administration and medical ethics and has worked with major hospitals and medical practices throughout the country. 

coming this summer
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the distinctive harmonies of Steve & Steve
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Steve & Steve are two 70-something singer-songwriters who have been “keepin’ 60s music alive” since before 60s music was considered “oldies”.

 

Both from northern New Jersey, Steve Messinger ("Mess") and Steve Bernstein ("Bernie") met as students at Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, PA in 1969. It all started one afternoon when Bernie, a freshman, brought his guitar into the lobby of the coed dorm hoping to meet women, when, lo and behold, Mess, a sophomore, walked by, sat down with Bernie and instantly the two started to harmonize on tunes by The Beatles, The Everly Brothers and others. Thus, a legendary act was born.

 

Following their time together at F&M and a 10-year post-college hiatus, Steve & Steve reunited in 1983 to perform at Bernie's 10th year F&M Reunion, which rekindled their passion for performing together.

 

Steve & Steve have been privileged to share concert stages with some of their favorite 60s artists: Chad & Jeremy, The Grass Roots, Jay & The Americans, Herman’s Hermits (with Peter Noone), Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, Felix Cavaliere (The Rascals), Micky Dolenz (The Monkeys), The Happenings, Kate Taylor (whose first  60s-era album was produced by her brother, James), Don Dannemann (The Cyrkle), The Fifth Dimension, plus the 70s artist, Badfinger.

 

Despite having performed songs from their ever-expanding 750-song playlist for the past 55 years, Steve & Steve continue to be energized by those harmony-driven 60s songs. A typical Steve & Steve performance will treat the crowd to tunes by Simon & Garfunkel, Neil Diamond, Peter & Gordon, Cat Stevens, The Rolling Stones, James Taylor, Crosby Stills & Nash and, of course, The Beatles and The Everly Brothers. At every show, Steve & Steve delight in performing songs that formed the soundtrack to their lives, and in seeing just how much those same songs, 50+ years later, still resonate with their audiences.

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