What is Body Canvas?
Body Canvas was first created in 2010 by Clinton Kopittke and Dimitri Ledenyov - two entrepreneurs, mates and business partners who were thinking of creating an entertaining and exciting event that would really attract attention.
At the same time, the pair experienced the sudden passing of a mutual close friend - Dr. Annie Guillet, a beautiful and amazing woman - at the young age of 32. As a kind gesture and tribute to their friend, they decided to donate a share of their expected profits to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
Without giving it a second thought and with mainly business interests at the core, the pair was ready to sell some tickets. But little did they know, and often as fate would dictate, life had other plans for the direction and purpose for Body Canvas.
As the event unfolded and started to take shape, people from all over the world began getting in contact and wanting to be a part of the event. Models, Artist, Musicians, TV personalities, Sports Stars and Celebrities were all too willing to participate and get involved. Then the media joined the collective effort. Newspapers, magazines, and social media were alive with activity, even the American media covered the story. But it was the '7pm Project' television show that really put the event on the map, by featuring a live segment on National TV.
In total, the first event in 2010 reached over 2.2 million people through various media outlets that covered the event. It soon became clear that this event was shaping into something special. So many people have already been touched by cancer in some way, which is why so many people wanted to be a part of the event. The passion to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation is truly alive in the community.
As a result, the founders decided to make Body Canvas a fully charitable event dedicated to raising awareness about Breast Cancer, with all profits going directly to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
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CLINT KOPITTKE
Founder & President clint@bodycanvas.com.au Clint is a successful entrepreneur and life coach whose passion for making a difference is energising. He came up with the first Body Canvas concept some time ago and then made it grow to the national level. At the present time Body Canvas competition is well known within the industry making news on national TV and international media. As the founder, Clint is very proud of the team he combined to make the event reach the hights it is destined for. He realises that the event of this magnitude cannot be made possible without a great support and dedication from the managing team, sponsors, volunteers and simply supporters who donate their time and effort to make a difference and promote a great cause in supporting the National Breast Cancer Foundation. |
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DIMITRI LEDENYOV
Founder dimitri@bodycanvas.com.au Dimitri is a successful entrepreneur who was at the forefront of foundational movement during Body Canvas concept creation. He guided the direction and logistics of the concept to achieve the growth of the event in the past. This year due to his overseas commitments he decided to take more of an advisers role to the event preparation and coordination. He is confident in the team that was selected this year to deliver the event of grandiose proportions. With 700 expected guests, top class entertainment and more than 50 competing artists the event promises to be a centerpiece of the spring season. |
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MICHELE JONES
Head Event Manager michele@bodycanvas.com.au The Founder & CEO of the 'For You Corporation' & the 'For You Foundation', Michele is a Specialist Coach who guides Corporations, Executives & Individuals towards taking action & achieving their true potential by designing their ideal lives and achieving results to be proud of. With over 20 years experience working alongside a global corporate organisation she has mentored, trained, & coached a talent pool of successful & wealthy business owners towards phenomenal results. Being a cancer survivor herself, Michele felt compelled to become involved with the Body Canvas 2011 Fundraising Event and is passionate about assisting to find a cure for cancer & to support those either directly or indirectly affected by the disease. She believes that what we leave behind is not what is engraved onto stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others, and that these connections are what make life truly worth living. |
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SONIA PETREVSKI
Model, Sponsorship & Ticketing Manager sonia@bodycanvas.com.au Sonia Petrevski, one of the founders and Event Executives of Glamour 2010, the fashion fundraiser event for youth development in sports, is a full time working mother of three and a voluntary worker in her local soccer club who has made her mark within the community, fashion and beauty industry through determination, passion and commitment that proved an overall success and higher achievements for 2011. With even higher expectations, Glamour 2011 will be making its mark yet again on the runway showcasing Melbourne's best in the business on 2nd July 2011. With all the key attributes that Sonia holds, she has been selected as one of the Event Managers for Body Canvas 2011. Her drive, knowledge and passion will play the key role to bring Body Canvas, the most creative and artistic event in the Australia to its highest ground. |
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VICTOR GUTHRIE
Artist Manager victor@bodycanvas.com.au Outgoing, independent, positive, charismatic, engaging and inspiring are some of the words that people often use to describe Victor. Born in the Philippines, Victor came to Australia in 1988 and worked hard through his studies to build the skills he needed and over the past seventeen years has built a successful career in the IT industry. Victor connected with his strong passion to help those less fortunate. In 2005, Victor created a project called Seconds to Give. What started as a three month project to collect second-hand clothing to distribute to less fortunate, grew into a thriving charity organisation. Victor is pleased to be part of the energetic and passionate team volunteers for the 2011 Body Canvas event. His dedication and passion in charity work will certainly contribute to the success of Body Canvas 2011. |
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COLETTE WERDEN
Marketing & PR Manager colette@bodycanvas.com.au |
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SIENNA ALLAN
PR & Marketing Coordinator sienna@bodycanvas.com.au Sienna is a Broker Relationship and Events Coordinator, Public Relations Consultant and Professional DJ. Her experience covers finance, fashion, entertainment and corporate industries. She is a devoted supporter of charitable organisations, donating her time to raising funds for several charities including the National Breast Cancer Foundation and The Fred Hollows Foundation. Taking her commitment to the next level she went to Nepal to see how the funds raised for The Fred Hollows Foundation would be utilized and witnessed the life changing procedure firsthand. Sienna is enthusiastic towards life, achieving success and enjoys working with likeminded passionate and inspiring individuals. She is grateful to be apart of Body Canvas 2011 and to once again support the National Breast Cancer Foundation with a colourful and creative philanthropic event. |
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ROCHELLE VAN HEERDEN
PA to All Managers rochelle@bodycanvas.com.au Rochelle, enjoys helping the community and meeting wonderful and inspirational people. She has been working with youth at risk and recently completed a degree in Psychology. She is determined to learn more and experience life to her full potential. Rochelle has background in modelling, stage choreography, acting, public speaking and promoting, in South Africa and in Australia. Rochelle was a Model for Body Canvas 2010 and was so thrilled and grateful that she could share another year with Body Canvas 2011 and its amazing team of skillfull, beautiful and talented people. |
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AARON MCCARTHY
Media Presenter / Event Host aaron@bodycanvas.com.au A proud supporter and Host of the inaugural Body Canvas in 2010, Aaron returns again this year as the Host of Body Canvas 2011 along with well known media personality Tottie Goldsmith. Aaron was recently cast as host of a new Lifestyle Travel Series coming to Aussie screens this Summer. He also works as a highly sought after Voice Over Artist and most recently as the voice of Dainty Entertainment. |
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GLEN JARVIS
Production Co-ordinator glen@bodycanvas.com.au Glen Jarvis is a director of the Maximum Nutrition company. He also consults for the Nutrition Project organisation. Glen is a diet and training specialist with a vast knowledge on nutrition and strength exercise. He is proud to be a part of Body Canvas in a new role as a coordinator for the 2011 event, after his partner won the model competition last year. Glen's passion for the healthy lifestyle is electrifying and as a result he and the Nutrition Project have decided to share their knowledge and diet products with all models involved in the event. Six weeks before the competition models will get a chance to start their journey for being in the best shape of their lives for the event. |
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