09/02/2026
When one of our own needs a little extra love, we show up. 💗 ☘️
If you’ve worked with us, there’s a chance you already know Annie, our Assistant Manager of Sales. What you may not know is that outside of The JDK Group, Annie is a proud teacher at the McGinley School of Irish Dance—and this year, she has taken on another role she never asked for: breast cancer fighter.
Since her diagnosis in March, Annie has continued to show us the same strength, humor, heart, and care for others that we’ve always known her for. And in true Annie fashion, she and the McGinley community are turning this chapter into an opportunity to help others.
This September, McGinley School of Irish Dance, Pizza Boy Brewing Co., and Mixed-Up Productions are coming together for McGinley Strong, with proceeds benefiting local breast cancer patients through the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation.
There are two opportunities to join Annie and her community:
🍺 September 9th | McGinley Strong Brewery Experience
- A ticketed behind-the-scenes brewery experience, complete with McGinley Strong B**r and more. Tickets are available through September 8.
☘️ September 17th | ½ Way to Paddy’s Day: Kicking Cancer’s Butt
- A free celebration filled with Irish dancing, music, food, drinks, community, and plenty of reasons to raise a glass.
We know a thing or two about the power of gathering together, and we can’t think of a better reason to do it. Come show some love for one of our own and help Annie turn something incredibly difficult into something incredibly meaningful. 🩷
Click the link in the comments to learn more and to grab your tickets for the September 9th event!
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Photographer: Amanda Souders Photography - Wedding Photographer