Robin is the reigning Woman of Achievement National title holder in the Elegance division. She is greatful to be entering her 21st year as a Stage III Colon cancer survivor. Her primary platform is to raise money and awareness for cancer research which she has successfully accomplished by raising over a million dollars over the last 20 years.

Robin has been married to her husband Greg for 26 years and has 2 children, Riley and Logan, both working on their Master's degrees right here in Arizona. She has been a Registered Nurse for over 35 years working primarily in the area of corporate health and wellness. Robin would like to thank Courage Under Cancer for inviting her back again this year and wishes them much $ucce$$.

Jason’s Business experience has raged from owning his own consulting firm to purchasing a franchise. A Financial Advisor for the past 17 years, he currently is an Advisor with Ashcreek Financial Advisors. Jason has been recognized in Forbes Magazine, been feature on the cover of Business and Finance magazine. A serial entrepreneur, he and his wife own Jax Pro Pest control.

Jason co-authored a best-selling book called ‘Winning Ways’. He is currently working on his own book titled ‘Principles of the Helm’. He has been married to his beautiful wife Nora for 30 years, and has two incredibly bright children. He enjoys his family the outdoors and giving back to his community. He and his wife Nora own’s Jax Pro Pest control

Victoria Metzger has lived in the valley for going on 8 years and is deeply rooted in her community, not only working as a probation officer, but volunteers in her church’s pre-school classroom on Sundays. Getting to work with the children and watching them grow is so rewarding and a breath of fresh air! She is also an active member in the local chapter of M.E.N.D., supporting other mother’s of loss.

An opportunity to model in the Courage Under Cancer Foundation Fashion show is a privilege as a 2-time cancer survivor. Having been diagnosed with Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS) in 2014 at the mere age of 20, Victoria understands the heart break of hearing those words, “You have cancer.” Through the efforts of her team of doctors and support of family and friends, Victoria has been in complete remission for just over 5 years and looks for ways to support those walking where she once was.

Miss Siryn is a sweet and sassy 9-year-old from Gilbert, Arizona. When she’s not in school she loves playing American Girl, Barbie’s, and having Taylor Swift themed parties with her neighborhood besties.

She loves her dog, Monkey and they do just about everything together. Siryn is the granddaughter of Dee Kapaska Baginski, founder of CUCF, and is proud to walk in her honor in the annual fashion show.

Darlene Quinn is a two-time pageant winner and titleholder. Crowned Ms. International in 2021 and Classic International Woman in 2018. Now in the midst of an exciting journey as Mrs. North America Classic WOA 2024, participating in the Women of Achievement International Pageant this fall.

Being a model for the last 35 years, Darlene’s full scope in the industry includes six magazine covers, TV Show appearances, e-commerce website modeling, billboard in Times Square, network commercials, web-based marketing campaigns, and walking New York Fashion Week five seasons. Darlene continues to model in the lifestyle and mature market category, along with commercial acting.

With a Business Degree from Pepperdine University, Darlene had a long career in the Technology Industry as Executive Vice President Business Development, managing high profile clients in Aerospace, Defense, and Homeland Security.

Now retired, Darlene focuses on Philanthropy and Community Service. She has donated over 8,000 hours in the last decade alone, in volunteer service hours with many non-profits, community needs, and charitable organizations. In 2023, Darlene received The President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, bestowed by the White House, signed by President Biden, and presented in a special honor ceremony on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, in gratitude for Darlene’s dedication since the young age of 12, to keeping our communicates and Country strong.

Darlene’s biggest blessing in life are her two phenomenal adult children and loving husband of 30 years.  With her first grandchild on her way, Darlene’s heart is about to become overflowing with grandbaby love.

Deborah Brown has three adult children and four grandchildren.

With a BA in Human Services Administration, She has worked in community outreach, workforce development and Local government.

Retired from her position as City Manager in March of 2022 she  decided she needed a change.

She moved to Arizona in February of this year. She loves waking up to sunshine.

She worked in local government for 12 years as an elected official…council women and then as the Braddock City Manager.

Deborah has a passion for work force development, working with displaced workers, single

parents, youth and individuals with incarceration issues to find employment or educational

opportunities to aid in their self-sufficiency.

Although retired, her interest in supporting small businesses and non-profits drew her to

become an independent consultant with Tax Rebate Specialists and Employee Retention Credit

Specialists. Deborah believes in prayer, family support and close friends. She also believes is making

and protecting your memories.

Sharon is married to Mark. (aka Sparky) She has 3 step-daughters and 6 grandchildren.

Sharon is proud of her more than 35 years of professional dedication to Social Services, Veterans Services and Adults with Disabilities for the State of Ohio and Maricopa Community Colleges. Currently, her role is business development for a local family and Veteran owned auto glass company. 

Sharon is passionate about the arts! She is part of a duo on Sky 7 Music called “Cool and Swingin’ with T and Evie”, featuring Blues, Jazz and the American Song.

Like so many of us, Sharon has been touched by cancer.  Both her mother and father passed away from cancer. She herself was diagnosed with and beat endometrial cancer in October of 2021.

Her Advice: “Do not put off doing what will make you happy. Don’t be afraid of happiness…it will color your world!”

Danielle Williams is a seasoned professional communicator, speaker and presenter. As a former broadcaster journalist with over 20 years of experience working in television, radio and print.

Driven by her passion for storytelling Danielle emersed herself in the community for over a decade volunteering with local nonprofit organizations.  Danielle believes it’s our stories which connect us all and through our stories we unlock the “WHY” behind the passion in the things we do.

Danielle has an incredible life story of resilience and the power of positivity.  Danielle is a stage 4 Lung Cancer survivor as a non-smoker. Danielle’s lung cancer spread to her lower spine, pelvis and right shoulder and her weight dropped to 94 pounds at the time of her diagnosis in November of 2018.

Danielle calls herself a lemonade connoisseur for turning her sour life lung cancer diagnosis into sweet success. Today, Danielle runs her own business as a professional communications coach and the owner of DIVA STRONG MEDIA.  Danielle works with educational institutions, companies, entrepreneurs, women’s groups, leadership groups, and churches to help enhance the communication skills of her clients through public speaking and storytelling techniques.

Originally from New York, Kerri Gideon moved to the valley back in 1997 to attend Arizona State University. After 20 years in the auto industry, she currently handles business development for two companies, All About You Placement and Senior Resources and Katy Building and Design. All About You is a local company helping seniors live their best life as their care needs change, something that is near and dear to her heart after navigating tough decisions with her own loved ones. Katy Building and Design is her family’s construction company, licensed for commercial and residential building in the East Valley. She’s a proud graduate of Gilbert Leadership, sits on the Women Empowered Committee for the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, as well as serves on the Dementia Task Force in Sun Lakes where her mother lives.

Kerri was diagnosed with Stage 3 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma back in 2015 at 39 years old. She had just married her husband Jason in late ’13 so this was an unexpected and devastating blow for both of them as newlyweds. The next two years consisted of a double mastectomy followed by chemotherapy, hormone therapy, radiation and over 10 surgeries for reconstruction. She’s excited to help support Courage Under Cancer this year and can’t wait to hit her 10-year mark of being cancer-free!

When she’s not working, she enjoys traveling, and spending time in the white mountains with her family and two pups.

Melissa Salazar is an Entrepreneur and business owner. She owns Red’s Zen Tea Company and makes hand crafted tea blends and does tea education.

Norman is also an entrepreneur and CEO of Liftoff Agent, a marketing agency for real estate professionals.

Together, they own an LLC flipping houses and providing AirB&B

They have one 6 year-old daughter, Jordan (not pictured).