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Meet Diane
Diane’s career in the insurance industry is one of the crowning achievements of her life. She began her career as an insurance adjuster in the 1980’s and 90’s and later became Vice President of Free State Staffing in the 2000’s.
Her passion for the people she served and the colleagues she worked alongside was undeniable. She supported the Orlando Claims Association and became a respected and well-known presence throughout the insurance industry in Florida and the greater Southeast. She established and organized the successful OCA Continuing Education Seminar & Cook-Off, the OCA Holiday Gala and many other annual events we continue to support today.
Despite life’s challenges, Diane built a remarkable career and a meaningful life. She came to Florida looking for a fresh start, raised two children as a single mother, dedicated herself to an industry she loved, and consistently gave back to her community through volunteer work.
In late 2015, as Diane was reaching the height of her career, she was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. ALS is a progressive disease that affects muscle control and mobility and often requires extensive long-term medical care and daily assistance. The physical, emotional, and financial impact on individuals and families can be overwhelming.
As a single mother whose daughter had just entered high school, Diane was forced into early retirement.
Diane’s friends, colleagues, and industry community came together and organized the annual tournaments in her honor, a way to remain connected, show support, and help ease some of the financial challenges she faces.
Ten years after her diagnosis, Diane continues to defy the odds. While her mobility is now extremely limited, she approaches each day with remarkable strength, resilience, and gratitude.
Since 2019, the Diane Mummaw Annual Golf & Cornhole Tournaments remain one of the brightest moments of Diane’s year. The events bring together business partners, colleagues, friends, and family to celebrate Diane and the impact she has made on so many lives.
ABOUT THE MISSION
The Diane Mummaw Annual Golf & Cornhole Tournaments is a privately organized event created to honor Diane and bring the community together in her support.
Since its inception in 2019, the tournaments have provided a meaningful opportunity for participants, sponsors, friends and family to come together in celebration of Diane while helping make a difference in her life.
Proceeds from the annual event are used to offset Diane’s personal, medical, and family-related expenses.
What began as an opportunity for friends and colleagues to show their support has grown into an annual tradition, dedicated to an extraordinary woman who has touched the lives of so many.
EVERYONE DESERVES SOME FUN IN THE SUN!
Join us for an exciting day featuring golf and cornhole tournaments, numerous sponsorship opportunities, BBQ luncheon and trophy ceremony along with exciting door prizes and liquor lotto!