Join the Phillies for the final Strike Out the Stigma panel discussion of the 2023 season at Citizens Bank Park on Tuesday, September 12 at 5:30 p.m. when the Phillies host the Atlanta Braves (game time is 6:40 p.m.).
You are invited to join for a conversation centered around this month’s topic: The Mental Side of Battling Childhood Cancer.
Tickets for this event are available in select seating locations for the first 120 fans.
At checkout, a $4 per ticket Group Fundraiser Rebate fee will be applied to your order, and those proceeds will benefit Corey’s Promise.
Corey’s Promise is dedicated to the legacy of former Phillies Pitcher Corey Phelan specializing in aiding families who are battling childhood cancer.
To order tickets (subject to availability), click on the “Buy Now” button below.
Check-in begins at 5 p.m. The panel portion of the program will start promptly at 5:30 p.m. and continues until 6:30 p.m.
To obtain access to the event, Theme Night ticket(s) must be purchased directly from the link above. Third-party purchases will not include access to the event, and this is not a ballpark-wide promotion. For more information on this event please contact the Group Sales office at 215-463-5000.
Originally from Havertown, Pa, Bobby graduated from St. Joseph’s Prep in Philadelphia and attended the University of Scranton. After college, he started in asset management working on mutual funds, real estate funds, and hedge funds in the auditing practice for PwC in Philadelphia. Bobby worked at PwC for three and a half years before reflecting more about his career and long-term goals. His love for the Phillies and the sport of baseball, having played it up through college before becoming a coach, drew his attention to The Phillies Finance department, eventually accepting a position with the organization in the winter of 2017.
Bobby is a proud member of the organization and the foundation and philanthropic efforts they make throughout the community. Bobby is a proud supporter of the “For Infinity and Beyond Foundation” founded in memory of Bobby’s nephew, Blaise. He now lives back in Havertown with his wife Christine & their two daughters, Emmie & Kayla.
Patty Inacker, Vice President of Behavioral Health Services Penn Medicine Philadelphia Region, has three decades of clinical and managerial experience in mental health services. She began her career with Penn Medicine in 1991, first as a case manager and then as director of intensive case management at Hall Mercer Community Mental Health Center. Since 2000, she held a series of director-level positions with increasing responsibility.
Patty is a collaborative, trauma-informed, organized, results-oriented professional with demonstrated commitment and success in non-profit operational and program management; strategic partnership building; collaborative talent management; and crisis intervention.
Patty earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Neumann College. She also holds a Master of Social Work from Rutgers University, a Master of Business Administration from Arcadia University, and a Doctorate in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania.
As Phillies Ambassador, Scott is involved in various aspects of the club, including fan engagement and Phillies Charities, Inc. He also can be found at the podium, hosting news conferences and other special events for the organization.
In 2016, Scott was inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, which honors the lifetime sports contributions of Pennsylvanians. Scott is also a proud member of the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia.
Prior to joining the Phillies in 2005, Scott was an anchor and sportscaster at WPVI-6ABC in Philadelphia for over 24 years.
Dr. James is the founder and CEO of George Talks, LLC, a communication and consulting company. He is a licensed marriage and family therapist, executive coach, corporate & media consultant, relationship & parenting expert, and mental health ambassador. In addition, he is an Assistant Professor for the Couple and Family Therapy Program at Thomas Jefferson University. He has spoken and consulted with multiple businesses, media production companies, organizations, universities, and places of faith.
Dr. James has been a recurring expert guest on radio, television, podcasts, and online programs including The TODAY Show (12+ appearances), CBS Mornings, CNBC, Nickelodeon, NBC News Daily, NBC News Now, Home & Family (Hallmark), Good Day LA, Good Day Philadelphia, iHeartradio, and many others. He is the host of LEAPCAST podcast where he speaks with Leaders, Entertainers, Athletes & Performers. He works extensively with professional athletes, entertainers, adult men and women, executives, couples, and young adult men on various issues, including adulting, career, anxiety, work-life balance, love life, leadership, parenting, depression, and communication.
Dr. James has done extensive consulting work (including script & project review, facilitation of difficult conversations, content & resource development, advice on mental health, relationships, parenting, family, race/culture, and the intersection of these topics) with companies including Paramount Global (Nickelodeon/Nick Jr), Google, Wavelength Productions, and others.
Dr. James attended Villanova University as a Presidential Scholar where he met his wife, Candace. They are parents to their creative & inspiring children, Nalani, and Alexander.
