Paulinda Schimmel Babbini had been in the digital imaging business for over 40 years. As the mother of two beautiful children, her life was turned upside down in 2004 when her 17 year old daughter, Robin was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Robin vigorously fought the battle but lost her dynamic life in 2006 at the age of 20! To honor Robin’s memory and shine a light on her legacy, Paulinda founded THE OVARIAN CANCER CIRCLE/INSPIRED BY ROBIN BABBINI. Visit theovariancancercircle.org/events/ to learn more about the upcoming 16th Annual Teal There’s A Cure Luncheon Boutique on November 21, 2025.

Get ready for a silly Halloween treat with Sandra Magsamen’s tall novelty board book that includes hilarious jokes on every page – perfect for the youngest fans eager to tickle their funny bones! Featuring a silly witch and her silly feet, toddlers and little ones will love holding, touching, and giggling along. With Sandra Magsamen’s signature message of love, this spellbinding board book is perfect for the Halloween season! Visit sandramagsamen.com to learn more.

Dr. Amen Ra Mashariki is transforming how AI and data drive environmental impact at scale. As Director of AI at the Bezos Earth Fund, he leads the portfolio of grants and investments that enable climate and nature organizations to harness AI for tangible, on-the-ground solutions. He will be sharing details about how recent breakthroughs are turning cutting-edge technology into climate action — using AI to protect our planet and improve lives around the world. To learn more about the Bezos Earth Fund, visit: bezosearthfund.org.

Samantha Crowe is the associate director of science education for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). Designed by teachers for teachers, the Kind Frog is poised to replace the millions of living frogs taken directly from their homes in nature each year and killed for dissection in schools across the U.S. Samantha will be sharing information about the Kind Frog model, the latest facts about animal dissection, and how they can bring the TeachKind pilot program to their schools. For more information please visit: www.peta.org/teachkind/