Highlands is honored to support the 2025 National Business Products Industry (NBPI) City of Hope campaign, which will now take place as a virtual event due to the wildfires in Southern California. Originally scheduled for February 3-4 at the City of Hope Duarte Campus and the Langham Huntington Resort & Spa, the event has been reimagined as an online gathering to ensure the safety and well-being of the local community and City of Hope staff members affected by the wildfires.
While meeting won’t be in person, this change provides a unique opportunity for more people to participate. The virtual event, open to all, will take place on February 4, 2025, at 11 AM PST via Zoom. The event will feature John Fellowes, President and CEO of Fellowes Brands, as the 2025 Spirit of Life Honoree, alongside other industry leaders and special guests. City of Hope will also share exciting announcements about its mission to fight cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.
“This event has always been a powerful reminder of the impact we can make when we come together for a critical cause,” said Gordon Christiansen, Partner at Highlands. “Although this year looks different, we are proud to stand alongside our industry peers in supporting City of Hope’s lifesaving efforts.”
“This event highlights the incredible strides being made in research and patient care,” said Seth Raley. “City of Hope’s mission aligns closely with Highlands’ values, and we are proud to contribute to their transformative work.”
Alex Gordon, Senior Director, Wholesale, also emphasized the significance of this event: “While we’ll miss gathering in person, this virtual format allows even more people to engage with City of Hope’s transformative work.”
To join the virtual event on February 4, starting at 11 AM PST, use this Zoom link with the password 937904. For more information about City of Hope or to learn how to get involved, please visit City of Hope’s website.
