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Emilia is a current undergraduate student at New York University, majoring in Psychology and minoring in the Business of Entertainment, Media, and Technology. She has a career interest in music marketing and is passionate about the impact music can have in communities. Emilia has worked in music marketing at the University Musical Society and Primo Artists. She has experience aiding cancer patients as a therapy dog handler. In her free time, Emilia enjoys attending concerts, baking, and working with dogs, including volunteering at Animal Haven. Emilia is inspired by how the power of music can facilitate funding for cancer research.

Emilia Palomares

Media and Entertainment
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Marisa is a recent graduate of Stevens Institute of Technology, majoring in Music & Technology. During her time at university, she learned the latest concepts and techniques in music composition, recording, and production. As part of her senior thesis, she redeveloped music she wrote into an EP to demonstrate her growth through the years.  In conjunction with her studies, Marisa has been gaining practical experience through a number of internship projects. Most recently, she has been working for Music Beats Cancer as an Artist Relations Manager where she selects upcoming artists and supports them in developing their marketing strategy.  Since a young age, Marisa has been a music enthusiast. She’s an experienced singer, skilled composer and enjoys playing piano and marimba. Her ambition is to work as a Sound Designer where she can bring the actions in shows and movies to life. 

Marisa Soteropoulos

Artist Relations
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Gursimar is a recent graduate of Boston University and is currently an Analyst at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. In her free time, she is an avid blogger, capturing patient stories from a holistic point of view. She is interested in sharing the patient experience, from the science behind cancer to what it is like receiving the kinds of intense care that cancer calls for. Gursimar is passionate about advancing public health and health literacy. She is an active member of a professional network called Boston Young Healthcare Professionals which aims to share knowledge across health fields.

Gurismar Sawhney

Contributing Blog Writer
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Jen is a seasoned musician and technology specialist who combines artistic creativity with digital expertise. She holds specialized certifications from Duke University in Human Factors in AI, Machine Learning, Advertising, and Copyright for Multimedia, complemented by Prompt Engineering certification from Penn State. Her experience as a performing musician includes headlining shows alongside national acts, while her event management background spans organizing fundraisers, live music productions, and online music showcases. Drawing from her past experience in medical studies and patient care, along with her current focus on digital marketing and brand development, she brings a unique perspective to connecting music with meaningful causes. She specializes in building online presence, growing social media communities, and creating engaging digital strategies that bring people together through music.

Jen Music

Breakthrough Artist Initiative
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Kelly Baughman is a patient advocate and connector in the cancer and music communities, driven by her own 15-year journey to diagnosis with a rare tumor. With a background in the pharmaceutical industry, she brings a unique perspective to navigating complex medical systems and supporting others through their care journeys. Kelly is passionate about helping patients feel seen, understood, and less alone, and has a natural ability to build meaningful relationships and bring people together. In her role with Music Beats Cancer, she focuses on discovering and connecting musicians whose voices and stories can inspire, uplift, and bring hope to those facing cancer.

Kelly Baughman

Talent Acquisition Manager (Music)
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Sarah joins/partners with the Music Beats Cancer team with a powerhouse background in the Los Angeles impact and entertainment sectors. For almost a decade, she has been "boots on the ground," building her own successful event endeavors from the ground up. Additionally, she managed complex operations for major non-profits, global corporations, and Major League Sports franchises. This combination of entrepreneurial agility and corporate precision has allowed her to master the art of high-stakes execution, proactive communication and community mobilization.

Throughout her career in the L.A. market, Sarah has served as a vital bridge between corporate social responsibility and large-scale event production. Her transition to (partner with) Music Beats Cancer marks a dedicated shift toward mission-led leadership. Drawn by the organization’s unique intersection of music and biotech innovation, Sarah now leverages her marketing expertise and strategic foresight to scale the organization’s national footprint and drive sustainable growth for the future of cancer research.

Sarah Joy Perez

Sponsorship Director & Events Coordinator
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