Erlanger announces the steering committee for the 2025 Believe Bash, presented by First Horizon. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee and Millennium Bank are also leading sponsors.
Officials said, "This event, set for Saturday, April 26, 2025, will transport guests into the vibrant, colorful world of Bollywood, celebrating cultural richness and community spirit in an unforgettable evening.
"Co-chaired by Erlanger’s CEO Jim Coleman and his wife, Amy Walker Coleman, alongside Sheila Boyington, Erlanger Health board chair, and her husband, Dane Boyington, the 2025 Believe Bash promises to be a world-class celebration.
The event is shaped by a passionate team of community leaders, philanthropists and industry professionals, each dedicated to ensuring its success."
The Believe Bash Steering Committee includes:
• Sheila Boyington – co-chair, Erlanger Health board chair
• Dane Boyington – co-chair
• Amy Walker Coleman – co-chair, steering committee chair
• Jim Coleman – co-chair, Erlanger Health CEO
• US Congressman Zach Wamp – sponsorship chair
• Nicole Watson – Holland & Knight - auction chair
• Lynn Mosier Bryant – Erlanger Foundation Advancement Council representative
• Sarah Cantrell – Cleveland Outreach & pre-event coordinator
• Emily Corker – steering committee member
• Jay Dale – steering committee member
• Hiren Desai – steering committee member
• Bob Elliott – steering committee member
• Shelly Elliott – steering committee member
• Wendy Fournet – employee engagement lead
• Lynda Minks Hood – event volunteer coordinator
• Linda Moss Mines – Erlanger alumni committee chair
• Ward Petty – steering committee
Officials said, "This diverse group of leaders brings a wealth of experience and an unwavering commitment to Erlanger’s mission, ensuring that the 2025 Believe Bash will raise critical funds to support both adult and pediatric services at Erlanger hospitals."
Funds raised from the 2025 Believe Bash will directly benefit Erlanger’s charitable initiatives, including funding projects for adults and children. Funds from previous Believe Bash galas supported initiatives such as the Kennedy Outpatient Center, the acquisition of life-saving medical equipment and the expansion of essential services. The 2024 Believe Bash set a milestone, raising over $1 million for these causes. This year’s event is poised to surpass that success, officials said.
In the lead-up to the Believe Bash, Sheila and Dane Boyington recently hosted an Indian Cocktail Hour at their home, offering a sneak peek into the upcoming gala. The exclusive event welcomed around 70 guests, including potential sponsors, community leaders and supporters of Erlanger. Guests were treated to an array of traditional Indian dishes, including Chicken Kathi Rolls, Samosas and Pakoras, all prepared by Sheila Boyington. The evening, infused with Bollywood flair, set the stage for the much-anticipated gala.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to connect with the community,” said Ms. Coleman. “Events like the Believe Bash are vital to ensuring Erlanger’s continued growth and success, and we are excited to share this journey with our supporters.”
Ms. Boyington said, “The energy and excitement surrounding the Believe Bash are truly contagious. This event will make a significant impact on Erlanger’s future, and we are so pleased to see the community coming together for this cause.”
For those eager to start planning their Bollywood-inspired attire, the Erlanger Foundation will host the East Meets West Indian Fashion Show on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Chattanooga Golf and Country Club. Sponsored by Northshore Financial Strategies, this fashion show will blend traditional Indian attire with contemporary designs, offering guests inspiration for the gala. Fashion vendors will also be available to help attendees find the perfect ensemble for the evening.
Tickets for the East Meets West Fashion Show are $50 per person, which includes brunch and a glass of champagne. Proceeds will benefit Erlanger’s mission to provide care to those in need. The fashion show will be a celebration of both the beauty of Indian culture and the generosity of those who support Erlanger’s mission.
Officials said, "The success of the 2025 Believe Bash is a testament to the incredible dedication and commitment of the steering committee, who are working tirelessly to ensure that this event will be a night to remember. As a newly formed private non-profit, Erlanger is more than ever dependent on philanthropy through the support of sponsors, donors and the Chattanooga community; Erlanger will continue its legacy of delivering exceptional, compassionate care to those who need it most."
For more information about the 2025 Believe Bash, including sponsorship opportunities, visit erlangerfoundation.org/believe-bash or email Believe.Bash@erlanger.org.
To purchase tickets for the East Meets West Fashion Show, visit
give.erlangerfoundation.org/fashionshow25.