Past Annual Luncheons

2023 Luncheon Recap

The sixth annual Strength in the Face of Adversity Luncheon, held at the Seawell Grand Ballroom at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts on September 29, 2023, featured special remarks from Denver Mayor, Mike Johnston; a series of video conversations between Judi’s House Co-Founder, Brian Griese and winningest alpine skier of all time, Mikaela Shiffrin; and a moving interview between Judi’s House Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Micki Burns and former Judi’s House family.

Thank you to our sponsors and guests for supporting the important work being done for grieving children and families at Judi’s House.

2023 Event Chairs: Peter & Cathy Culshaw

2023 Healing Hand Honorees: Al & Frances Troppmann

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Watch the 2023 Luncheon Videos

Previous Speakers & Honorees

Keynote speakers:

• 2023 – The Hernandez Family, Former Judi’s House Clients
• 2023 – Mikaela Shiffrin, Winningest Alpine Skier of All Time
• 2022 – The Durdic Family, Former Judi’s House Clients
• 2019 – Warrick Dunn, Former NFL Player, Author, and Philanthropist
• 2018 – Mariel Hemingway, Actress, Producer, and Author
• 2017 – Mitch Albom, Author, Journalist, and Philanthropist
• 2016 – Bob Costas, Sports Personality and Tony Dungy, NFL Coach
• 2015 – Bob Griese and Archie Manning, Former NFL Players

healing hand honorees:

• 2023 – Al & Frances Troppmann
• 2022 – Dr. Micki Burns
• 2021 – The Betts Family
• 2019 – Moody Insurance Agency
• 2018 – John Wickliff
• 2017 – Joe Blake, Dr. Ben and Jean Galloway
• 2016 – Bill and Leslie Vollbracht
• 2015 – Sharon Magness & Ernie Blake
• 2014 – Jacqueline & Frank Bonano
• 2013 – Ted White
• 2013 – Bill Mosher
• 2013 – Ray Baker