Women Love Coasters and ACE Cares

As Women’s History Month comes to a close, join us as we highlight two women with one important thing in common: a love of roller coasters and theme parks. First up is Brichette Reid, ACE member and founder of Women Love Coasters. She and co-host Jessica Gardner talk about her latest endeavors. Learn how the group came to be, discover upcoming events and find out how to meet up with the group in person! Our second segment has correspondent Bryant Yeager’s interview with Kris Leach, ACE Cares Committee Coordinator. This important committee connects ACE members with a variety of fundraising and other volunteer events for Give Kids the World Village.   In this Episode: [00:51] Introducing Brichette and Women Love Coasters [12:10] How Women Love Coasters came to be [32:40] Bryant Yeager interviews Kris Leach about ACE Cares [37:33] Zamperla’s ride donations – they refabricated the rides to make them accessible! [39:10] Gingerbread Run [45:31] Coasting for Kids   Visit the Women Love Coasters Facebook group.   Learn more about Give Kids The World Village. Traveling to Orlando?  Consider working a shift or two at Give Kids the World Village, participating in the Gingerbread Run or Coasting for Kids.  Contact Kris directly for more ACE-specific information.   Share your ideas and thoughts about this podcast via email: [email protected]. Visit ridewithace.com to learn more about the non-profit organization American Coaster Enthusiasts.   Join the team of ACE volunteers. Volunteering offers different ways to share your talents by: Having an impact on the future of ACE Providing opportunities for rewarding experiences Developing friendships in a small group Learning new skills or sharing your talents with ACE Podcast Volunteer Team  Host: Jessica Gardner Producer: Derek Perry Editor: Bob Randolph Show Notes: Liz Tan Production Manager: Corey Wooten Correspondents: Bryant Yeager, Doug Perry and John Davidson