Employee Spotlight-Jaclyn Fisher

This week Solar Imaging would like to spotlight one of their own, Jaclyn Fischer. Jaclyn has been with Solar Imaging a little over a year and will be participating on June 5th in in the Central Ohio's Tour de Cure Ride hosted by Westerville, Ohio. The race consists of a 15, 30, 60 and 100 mile ride; Jaclyn and her team will be challenging themselves in the 60 mile ride.

For her this race means a little bit more than to some, below you will find a short Q&A illustrating the importance of this ride to her and the impact type one diabetes has had in her life.

1) What made you do the Tour de Cure?
I am doing the tour because I have had type one diabetes for 13 years and finally the time and money has become available to participate in such a great cause.
Having type one diabetes means my pancreas quit producing insulin, a hormone needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy required to live. I survive by wearing an insulin pump 24/7. Diabetes can take an enormous emotional and physical toll on people with diabetes, and their families. The more funding we get for research, the closer we come to finding a cure.

2)What is your goal for this race (short and long term?)
My goal is to receive as many donations as possible and finish the 60 mile ride in front, representing the type one community! I began training a couple weeks ago, and I hope to continue riding long distances after the ride is finished. Who knows, maybe next is Pelotonia (200mi)?

3)Is this your first race? If so, what made you want to participate in this particular one?
This is my first. I chose to participate in this event because it benefits a cause that is near and dear to my friends, family and myself.

4)Solar Imaging is also taking part in this ride, how so?
Solar Imaging is extremely excited to be providing all of the directional signage and some banner additions for the race. Solar has also donated to other American Diabetes Association events.

If you would like to make a donation, find out how to participate, or simply learn more about the ride and type one diabetes please visit Jaclyn's personal page:
American Diabetes Association : Tour de Cure


**Diabetes affects millions - The ADAs mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.**