Divabetic and World Diabetes Day
October 22, 2009 by DivabeticAshley Stewart to Sponsor the Divabetic Makeover Fashion Show on Nov 14, World Diabetes Day
October 22, 2009 by Divabetic
Don’t miss seeing the Ashley Stewart Fashions at “Novo Nordisk presents Divabetic–Makeover Your Diabetes” on Saturday, Nov 14.. Here are some shots from the latest shoot.
Ashley Stewart is the premier fashion retailer for the plus size urban woman plus sizes 12-26. Ashley Stewart is truly an eclectic mix. It is fashion forward, sexy and inspirational. Our fashion mix includes plus size jeans as well as the perfect pant, plus size tops, and plus size bottoms, accessories, plus size dresses, plus size swimwear, and sizes 29 to 32. Experience the Butterfly Bra. Be the first to own this new transformational bra designed by Jill Scott and Ashley Stewart. Ashley Stewart emphasizes trendy fashion for the plus size woman of style. Great Fashion, Great Value, Great Service…Ashley Stewart.
ADA Walk with Divabetic Crew on 10-25-09
October 13, 2009 by Divabetic
‘Divabetic-On-The-Road’ — Hagerstown, MD
October 8, 2009 by DivabeticDivabetic® Live Washington County Hospital
After watching his boss battle diabetes alone Max Szadek longtime assistant to singer Luther Vandross created the Divabetic program in 2004 Szadek fuses …
Fashion Fights Poverty gives me a new career direction!
October 7, 2009 by Divabetic
Cathrine Schuller, AICI, CIP
I sometimes lend my services to host other charities with good causes besides my beloved DIVABETIC, and this past Friday, September 25th I was asked to cover the backstage coverage of Fashion Fights Poverty. Created in 2005, FFP is one of the largest fashion fundraisers in Washington DC< /st1:state> devoted to educating the public about entrepreneurial, creative, innovative ways to alleviate global poverty.
The fashion industry happens to be a great avenue for communicating and building economic growth because it uses skill building, technology, knowledge transfer, fair trade, education and business development and touches other countries where fashion production can take place. In the past FFP has raised thousands of dollars for Beads for Life, an organization that provides business training and materials for under privileged women in Uganda to help them create, market and sell beaded jewelry out of recycled magazines.
In 2007, FFP raised money for Aid to Artisans, a non-profit organization that provides practical assistance to artisan groups worldwide nurturing artistic traditions, cultural vitality and well being around the world. Their continuing commitment to provide creative and economic opportunity to help empower businesses in development countries to begin, finance or maintain art and craft-based businesses made my reaction a resounding “YES” to their invitation to volunteer at the event and lend my on-camera expertise backstage during the night of the festivities this year.
This year’s fashion event featured national and international designers who employ ethical and ecologically sound means=2 0and practices in their design and manufacturing processes to produce products that promote economic development for the betterment of a given community. I was amazed at the array of designers and their unique designs, the glitterati who attended with their desire to support this worthwhile cause and the sustainable, responsible and conscientious awareness surrounding the efforts of Fashion Fights Poverty.
I had a ball that night with my “all access” pass and found that truly the ONLY way I ever want to attend an event is with a microphone in one hand and a camera crew in tow! Absolutely everyone wants to talk to you! Stars, celebs, designers, models, attendees – no one gave me the cold shoulder and everyone had something fabulous and positive to say! I don’t know why I never realized this red carpet reality before. See for yourself with this little clip we edited from the hours of footage we gathered.
If I get tired of working in the Glam More Fear Less makeover station, I am definitely going to strap a mike on and grab my video and do my best interview posturing. I had a blast!! Voila!! A new career is born…move over Entertainment Tonight!!
Meet Mr. Divabetic at New York ADA Diabetes Expo
September 25, 2009 by Divabetic
Meet Max Szadek, “Mr. Divabetic” on Saturday, September 26th, 2009 at the Jacob Javits Center, New York City
Enjoy Broadway-style diabetes educational outreach targeted at women. This entertaining brand of diabetes educational outreach program, hosted by ‘Mr. Divabetic’, Max Szadek, features a touch of glamour, music videos, fun feather boa work-out (‘Boa-licious Workout’), healthy lifestyle tips, interactive games (‘Strike A Pose’), diabetes education (‘Diabetes Numerology’) and plenty of prize giveaways.
For more information on this year’s ADA Expo, please contact: Dorothy Harper: 212-725-4925 ext. 3414.
Novo Nordisk Presents Divabetic Makeover Your Diabetes
September 25, 2009 by Divabetic
Save the Date! November 14, 2009 1-4pm
Location to be announced
‘Divabetic – Makeover your Diabetes® ‘ helps participants connect with local diabetes care resources while enjoying an exciting mix of free beauty and fashion services. Currently, this diabetes outreach program has been presented in nine major US cities.
Divabetic Club at McBurney Y — NYC
September 25, 2009 by Divabetic
I finally got to a meeting at McBurney and had a great time! Max started the meeting with some announcements and then “Passed the Boa” and I was so moved by everyone’s comments and insights. What a great group. Thanks to all for sharing. Then Laura and Catherine started Family Feud “Diabetes” style and if you remember how the game is played, we were often stumped trying to match the sudience surveys. They put a lot of effort into a great game. Cool props and lots of fun. And Carol Yass,, RD, MS, CDE taught us what to know when choosing a yogurt. Afterwards we posed for a photo…look at all the happy faces!
Join us for our next meeting on Thursday, October 8th, 2009 at McBurney on 14th street. If you can’t get to a meeting in NYC, look at the Divabetic® calendar and see what might be coming to your area.
G’Day Divabetic!
September 11, 2009 by DivabeticGot a great email recently….we are wanted in Australia!
Hi Max,
I am looking into introducing the divabetic program in Australia (Melbourne) and would like ANY information to help me start out. Do you have an international program that we could start in Australia or do you know of one that is run in Australia already? Your divabetic program looks sensational and we would love to share the support and activities that you have in your US programs.
Regards,
Kate –
Divabetic on DishandDine
August 19, 2009 by Divabetic
Hey all you Divas, take a look at our video recipe on DishandDine!
Watch Max as he learns how to prepare Whole Wheat Penne Pasta from Seveda Williams.
