Runway For A Cause

Meet the team

Meet our passionate team, driven by a shared commitment to making a positive impact through style and empowerment. Together, we weave creativity and compassion into the fabric of change.

Emmi Saufley

CEO

As CEO of Runway For A Cause, it is my responsibility to ensure that we as an organization provide the best opportunities for all within the fashion industry. To create an environment for everyone to excel, network, and build confidence within themselves. Most importantly to pave the way for the future of fashion, fundraising, and creative artists to come together as a team for a common goal. Making the biggest impact we can, together.

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Julie Chambers-Wadsworth

Chief experience officer

With 10 years of global leadership and organizational strategy experience, I excel in building people-centered sysytems that scale. I specialize in curating an end to end experience across brand, programming, spnsors and community engagement. Aligning mission, culture and growth into one cohesive strategy.

Lindsay Whitney

Hair and Makeup team Coordinator

As director of the Beauty Team, I am responsible for recruiting hair and makeup artists, pairing artists with designers, creating schedules for show day, and managing the team throughout the process. With a background in hair and makeup artistry since 2009, I have experience with the salon industry, bridal industry, and behind the scenes working with photographers and designers. I have been working with RFAC from the very beginning and have coordinated Hair and Makeup for every show while actively expanding my team of stylists.  

Joshua Stroman

Marketing Director

As Director of the Marketing Team, I am responsible for curating posts for our social media pages as well as certifying that all sponsors, designers, partners or local businesses are properly represented. I have been working with RFAC since the 2021 show as both a designer and model trainer.

Cynthia Lucia

Culinary Director/ Co-Merchandising Coordinator

As the Culinary Director and Merchandising Coordinator for Runway for a Cause, I oversee all catering services and create visually appealing merchandise displays for our events. From crafting delicious menus to organizing pop-up vending tables, I’m dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences that reflect our mission. With a passion for creativity and attention to detail, I ensure every event leaves a lasting impression.

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