Candidate Photos by Conrhod Zonio
Pig "L" Courtesy of A. Little Pig Farm
Location: Evans Orchard
Andy Shea
President & CEO, Lexington Legends
“I’m kissing a pig for my Aunt Debbie who passed away from diabetic complications 18 years ago. I’d give anything in the world to give my Aunt Debbie a hug and a kiss so if kissing a pig will help raise awareness and fund to help stop diabetes – I’m in!”
Tom Leach
Voice of the Wildcats, Tom Leach Productions/UK Sports Network
“You’ll do crazy things for a great cause and advancing the cause of battling diabetes in this country certainly qualifies, so if that takes kissing a pig, then so be it.”
Laura Day DelCotto
Attorney/Founder & Managing Partner, DelCotto Law Group PLLC
“Creating more awareness about ADA leads to more knowledge about the disease which leads to positive change. I have loved ones with Type 1 and Type 2, and I want to “be the change.” Everyone of all ages should feel proud, never guilty or embarrassed, about engaging in healthy habits and radical self-care, and no one should ever feel alone.”
Todd Ziegler
Managing Director of Central Kentucky, Republic Bank
“Diabetes is a brutal disease. My mother battled diabetes for over 12 years before her passing on April 23rd of this year. Kissing a pig… no problem!”
Kristen Branscum
Commissioner, Kentucky Dept. of Travel & Tourism
“I have several family members and friends that suffer from diabetes, including my great grandmother who passed away due to complications from the disease. My two cousins with juvenile diabetes have had a profound effect on me when I see how they have to be so diligent in monitoring their health daily, when they should be enjoying their youth without care. It’s a privilege for me to help raise awareness and money in their honor because every little bit truly makes a difference.”
Tony Bryant
Georgetown Store Manager, Walmart
“If kissing a pig can help raise funds to support such a great cause, then call me Kermit and send me to the farm!”
Robby Albarado
Jockey
“Helping out causes such as this is something that has always been important to me. I give back in any way I can when opportunities arise. Hopefully, I can help raise awareness and educate local Kentuckians about diabetes by kissing a pig.”
Colby Fries
Director, Pharmacy and Retail Operations, Walgreens
“The number of people with Diabetes has nearly quadrupled since 1980. In Kentucky alone, there are 600,000 individuals with diabetes…with 1 in 3 adults showing signs of pre-diabetes. At Walgreens, our goal is to Champion everyone’s right to be Happy and Healthy…if kissing a pig makes the smallest difference, it is the least I can do.”
Kate Horning
Health Coach, Lifestyle Expert & Chef, A Healthy Passion
“It's my mission to inspire people to live a little healthier and help make a difference in diabetes management and prevention!”
Dr. Frank Tomblin Jr.
Market Manager, WV, Walmart
“As a pharmacist, I have witnessed the impact of diabetes on my patients and customers. As a son of a diabetic, I have personally witnessed the impact on a family member and their life. Kiss a pig is a great fund raising opportunity and I am happy to do my small part.”