Team makes bold commitment to women

By Juliette Coulter

The Dallas Mavericks will be the presenting sponsor for the 34th Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) Annual Luncheon, set for Nov. 14 at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas. A sponsor reception starts at 10:30 a.m. and the luncheon begins at 11:30 a.m. 

Luncheon co-chairs Janiece Evans-Page and Virginia Rose-Harris welcome Elaine Welteroth as the keynote speaker. Welteroth is an award-winning journalist, The New York Times bestselling author, judge on “Project Runway” and former editor-in-chief of Teen Vogue. She just released a book, “More Than Enough: Claiming Space for Who You Are (No Matter What They Say).”

The Dallas Mavericks have signed on as the luncheon’s presenting sponsor, citing shared values with Texas Women’s Foundation. The team is dedicated to using its unique platform to build a stronger community by empowering youth, women and families through financial support, advocacy and service.

“We are thrilled to have the Dallas Mavericks as our presenting sponsor,” said Roslyn Dawson Thompson, the foundation’s president and chief executive officer. “The leadership line-up for this luncheon is extraordinary — from the significant example the Mavs are setting as a leader with Cynt Marshall at the helm, to the dedication of our awesome co-chairs, Janiece Evans-Page and Virginia Rose-Harris, to the powerful story of Elaine Welteroth. This is definitely a slam dunk partnership!” 

Cynt Marshall, CEO of the Dallas Mavericks, said, “The Dallas Mavericks could not be prouder to support Texas Women’s Foundation. The values of our organization strongly align with those of Texas Women’s Foundation, and this partnership is an exciting opportunity to continue to show the Mavs commitment to women, and to make a difference in the Texas community.”

The Annual Luncheon is the Foundation’s principal fundraiser in support of its work to advance women’s economic security and leadership for Texas women and girls through research, advocacy, grants and programs. The speaker appearance is sponsored by Target. 

Visit txwf.org for tickets and more information. 

The Dallas Mavericks are a first class global sports and entertainment organization providing memorable experiences for fans worldwide.  The Mavs compete in the National Basketball Association as a member of the Western Conference and play at American Airlines Center under the direction of Coach Rick Carlisle, General Manager Donnie Nelson and Owner Mark Cuban. Since the inaugural season in 1980-81, the Mavs have won three division titles, two conference championships and one NBA championship in 2011. 

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