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Up, up, and away

By Angie Frederickson, Staff writer | February 24, 2025

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Alice Mao Brams, Bincy Abraham, Sharon Albert Brier, Jacquie Baly, Julie Baker Finck, Stephanie von Stein Schusterman

Alice Mao Brams, Bincy Abraham, Sharon Albert Brier, Jacquie Baly, Julie Baker Finck, and Stephanie von Stein Schusterman (Photo: Gittings)

Alice Mao Brams, Bincy Abraham, Sharon Albert Brier, Jacquie Baly, Julie Baker Finck, and Stephanie von Stein Schusterman (pictured, from left) were named Women of Distinction at the 2025 Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Winter Ball. The ladies were honored for their dedication to philanthropy in the community. Bayle Goldman was named Honored Hero and Keith Fiman was named Healthcare Partner Honoree for their contributions to care and awareness of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). More than 270 supporters gathered at the Up, Up, and Away-themed event at the Omni Houston Hotel, raising $575,000 to benefit the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation. The event was co-chaired by Elizabeth DeLuca and Lauren Gow, and Leisa Holland-Nelson Bowman served as mistress of ceremony.

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