Crystorama Lighting Breaks a Sweat to Defeat Heart Disease

September 21, 2016  by Jane Chero in Community / Charitable Support, Designer Weekly, Industry   

The three-mile walk, which started and ended at Jones Beach in Wantagh, New York, raises funds to fight heart disease and stroke, American’s number 1 and number 5 killers, respectively. The popular event includes teams of employees from local companies, along with friends, family members and other supporters of the American Heart Association’s ongoing research and education efforts.

“Getting exercise and helping a wonderful cause – what could be better than that?” said Brad Kleinberg, president of Crystorama Lighting, based in Westbury, N.Y.  “We are thrilled to take part in the American Heart Association’s Long Island Heart Walk to help reduce cardiovascular diseases and stroke 20% by 2020!”

This year’s walk held special significance for the Crystorama Lighting team, because Abe Kleinberg – Brad’s father and company founder – experienced a health setback earlier this summer that kept him from attending the June Lightovation show in Dallas.

“Our team walked in support of Abe, and all the many millions of Americans facing heart-related health challenges,” Brad said. “Working together, we can raise the awareness and funds the American Heart Association needs to continue its critical mission to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular disease and stroke.”

During the walk, survivors are honored through the wearing of special color-coded caps or capes. Survivors of heart attacks, cardiac arrest or heart surgery wear a red baseball cap featuring the American Heart Association logo as a symbol of their bravery. Stroke survivors wear special white caps, while pediatric cardiovascular disease survivors receive red superhero capes to acknowledge their courage.

This year’s walk once again featured a variety of additional activities including the first “Kids Heart Challenge,” a physically healthy activity designed for 5 to 12 year olds.

If you would like to make a donation, please visit www.heart.org.