Laura Burk Benson

NIH Medical Trials Journal entry by  Laura Benson  —  May 28, 2018 Thank you for following Colin's story.   We are writing this post the evening prior to admitting him into the hospital just a short distance across the street (writing this from Walter Reed) to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).  Colin has been a Research Patient at NIH for many months.  NIH doctors have discovered many interesting remarkable things about Colin; how his body responds to chronic inflammation and what possible medication may be available to help control or stop his relapses.  We first brought Colin to NIH last November 2017 when he was viewed at Grand Rounds (over 70+ doctors examined Colin).  One of the Dermatologists at NIH viewed him and wanted to place Colin into a research study on DRESS/DIHS syndrome. DRESS/DIHS syndrome should only last 2-8 weeks.  So, why has Colin been severely ill and in pain and unable to pull out of "this" fo...

I had the pleasure of knowing Frank Boffi personally.  Frank knows a lot of people, so I feel very honored to have known him for twelve years. Below you will see a few precious photos that I have collected of my favorite WWII Hero, Frank Boffi.  Frank is Purple Heart recipient and survivor of an attack by Japanese forces during WWII aboard the  USS Hugh W. Hadley (DD-774)   Frank's military career stories as well as photos of our family with him are shared below. We also had the honor spending time with his wife, Stella and even attended church services together.  They are both greatly missed and are together again in heaven.  I'm sure Frank is up there now, telling stories and smiling down on us. Frank stopped by my office regularly for morning coffee, hugs and time to chat.  I enjoyed those precious moments with him and considered him to be a very close friend. Our daughter, Alexandra accompanied us at the Moose Lodge for breakfast; ...

2018 Run Info Shared from:  https://www.rollingthunderrun.com/2018-run-info/  Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/RollingThunderDC /  Rolling Thunder Washington, DC2018 Run Info Rolling Thunder XXXI Schedule of Events Friday, May 25 5 PM - Washington National Cathedral - 'Blessing of the Bikes' 9 PM - Candle Light Vigil at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Saturday, May 26 9 AM- 9 PM Thunder Alley The official vendor site for Rolling Thunder XXXI is on 22nd Street and Constitution Avenue Northwest. Official Rolling Thunder patches, pins and T-shirts are on sale in Thunder Alley, along with food and biker related goods. Sunday, May 27 6 AM - Reveille - Vietnam Veterans Memorial - Wake-up call for all riders taking part in the Rolling Thunder XXXI First Amendment Demonstration Run. Bikers rally in the North and South Pentagon parking lots at 7 AM for a noon departure. 9 AM - Thunder Alley Opens: Location: 22nd and Constitution Ave NW 12...

NAS Patuxent River to host 2018 Pax River Air Expo June 2, 3 NAVAL AIR STATION PATUXENT RIVER, Md. – NAS Patuxent River announces the Pax River Air Expo 2018. The two-day show is scheduled for June 2-3, 2018 and will be free and open to the public. Gates open at 8 a.m. and performances begin at 11 a.m. Leading the pack of first-class performers at this year’s Pax River Air Expo are the world-famous Blue Angels, the U.S. Navy’s flight demonstration squadron. The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the pride and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and service to country through flight demonstrations and community outreach. Many other exciting, high-caliber performers will also entertain at the Pax River Air Expo. Scheduled to perform is National Aviation Hall of Famer Patty Wagstaff; Neal Darnell’s “Shockwave” Jet Truck; The World Famous Geico Skytypers; “Class of ‘45” P-51 Mustang pilot Scott "Scooter" Yoak and...

  Game Plan Media has successfully run movie promotions at Regal Cinemas locations throughout the Greater Orlando area.   With a fantastic movie line up this year, hire Game Plan Media to provide your business with awesome opportunities to promote your business! For a list of movies and trailers visit www.imdb.com or www.imax.com If you are interested in movie themed promotion and your business complements the type of movie that we promoted, there is a good chance you were selected and featured at the theater! In addition, as we prepare for Regal Cinemas Foundation charity "Stars of Hope" drive we offer two programs for businesses to participate: 1. Charity Checkbook  2. Regal Walk or Wall of Fame  Please let us know if you are interested in this charity program which supports organization like Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Will Rogers Institute, Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Centers, Variety Club – A Children’s Charity, and local charities...

NATIONAL MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION DAY Always the Friday before Mother’s Day, National Military Spouse Appreciation Day is an important day when the citizens of the United States acknowledge the significant contributions, support and sacrifices of the spouses of the Armed Forces along with the tremendous strength and patriotism that they have. National Military Spouse Appreciation Day is also sometimes known as Military Spouse Day. Each year, by  Presidential Proclamation , National Military Spouse Appreciation Day has been declared, then observed and celebrated across the country on the Friday preceding Mother’s Day. HOW TO OBSERVE Use #MilitarySpouseAppreciationDay to post on social media. HISTORY May 23, 1984, was declared the first Military Spouse Day with Proclamation 5184, dated April 17, 1984, as President Ronald Reagan recognized the profound importance of spouse commitment to the readiness and well-being of military members.  Caspar W...

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My passion and support for the military began as a small child.  Most of the men in my extended family served in the military. My Grandfather was a WWII Vet and a Hero ( USAAF ). We have four Marines, one Airman and six Sailors in our family.  I grew up hearing sea stories while looking through black and white photos.  A deep love for my country and those that had and continue to serve began. My father served in the Navy and my children are in the JROTC programs in school, my oldest plans served four years in NJROTC and ended her high school career as cadet commanding officer. My youngest is active in AFROTC.   My husband is Active Duty with the US Navy. Getting involved with the military and our veteran community can be a great experience for you and your business.   Cause Marketing  is important and also is the your pride in our country and it’s servicemen and women. I plan Military Appreciation Events (check out my Patriotic Tribute Events) and ...

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Laura Benson (AKA Laura Burk) previously owned Game Plan Media, a subsidiary of Laura Burk, Inc.  G ame Plan Media offered grass roots marketing programs, unique events, advertising and media as well as consulting services for small businesses in Greater Orlando.  Prior to owning Game Plan Media, Laura also owned Media that Sells, Inc. which specialized in Media Buying and Placement Services. You could see her client’s advertisements at Bowling Centers, Golf Courses, Recreational and Entertainment Centers and YMCA Family Centers.  Laura got her start in Advertising at a company formerly known as The Business Card Exchange. She was hired as an assisted and quickly promoted to Director of Operations, helping to expand the company's 9 locations to over 65 locations throughout Greater Orlando. She also inspired Face2Face Exchange Events, The Exchanger (a monthly newspaper highlighting clients and board locations) and also created the company's website.  L...

May is Military Caregiver Month.  I am a military caregiver myself. This is hard work!  We are newlyweds and my husband has been in a Seriously Ill status since April 2017. There are many wonderful non-profit programs available for caregivers. I will list a few that have been significantly involved in my husband's care. Elizabeth Dole Foundation -  link here Blue Star Families -  link here Semper Fi Fund -  link here  Yellow Ribbon Fund -  link here Navy's Wounded Safe Harbor Program -  link here

Originally from Minneapolis, MN, Laura (Burk) Benson came from a big city of traditional advertising with large corporations and chose to support small business with an affordable Grass-Roots approach. Over the years, I have donated my time and talent: Navy League/Lone Sailor Navy Memorial Women in Defense Dr. Phillips Chamber of Commerce East Orlando Chamber of Commerce Orange County Public Schools, Partner in Education Additionally, I have also held positions with different financial companies, working in the stock marketing industry. In 2003, I was Director of Operations for "The Business Card Exchange" an advertising company - responsible for all aspects of the business from soup to nuts. From this experience, I was able to form my own companies. In 2007, I started my first company, "Media that Sells" helping other businesses gain exposure with Media Placement, Marketing, and Membership Involvement in their networks. In 2011, I started another com...