Celebrating
a Vision for the
Future of Play
11.11
Tuesday,
November 11
6:00 PM
Join us on Tuesday, November 11, for a night dedicated to building a world where every child can play, grow, and belong.
Hosted for the first time in our own home at Cayton Children’s Museum, the Playmakers Gala will bring together leaders, partners, and friends to advance our bold vision—expanding our service and impact to a broader, more diverse audience through world-class exhibits, innovative programs, and community outreach.
This year, we are proud to honor Beatrice Springborn, President of UCP and Universal International Studios, whose visionary leadership has brought to life stories that inspire imagination, empathy, and connection, alongside Tiffany & Teddy Fong, owners of Million Dollar Baby Co., whose stewardship champions families, community, and sustainability. Their vision and impact reflect the spirit of the evening and the future we aspire to build.
Together, we’ll invest in transformative experiences that spark creativity, curiosity, and connection—at the museum, in schools, and across neighborhoods throughout Los Angeles. Proceeds will support museum operations and PLAY4ALL, ensuring financially equitable access to low-income families, Title I schools, and nonprofit partners.
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Can’t make it this year? You can still help shape the future of play by a making a donation.
For questions, contact us at
playmakers@caytonmuseum.org.
HONOREES
Beatrice Springborn is a creative force in global entertainment, serving as President of UCP and Universal International Studios (UIS). She has brought to life award-winning, culture-shaping series, including “The Day of the Jackal,” “We Are Lady Parts,” “Normal People,” “The Great” and “The Handmaid’s Tale.” She is celebrated for championing bold, distinctive storytelling that sparks imaginations and conversations.
From her earliest days at Pixar to her leadership at Hulu and UCP/UIS, Beatrice has nurtured stories that inspire creativity, empathy and the courage to see the world through new perspectives. She credits her curiosity to her parents and is moved by Cayton Children’s Museum’s commitment to inspiring children to play, learn and dream without limits.
Tiffany & Teddy Fong are the owners of Million Dollar Baby Co., a family-owned Los Angeles company that has become a global leader in children’s furniture. As wife & mom, Tiffany brings her personal perspective as a parent, while Teddy serves as CEO, guiding the company’s growth across multiple brands recognized for their commitment to families, sustainability, and community impact.
From their earliest days helping in the family business to carrying forward its vision today, Tiffany & Teddy have sustained a legacy built on family values, ethical practices, and healthier choices for children. Now raising their own children, they are inspired by Cayton Children’s Museum’s mission to ensure every child has the opportunity to play, learn, and belong.
THANK YOU TO OUR MAJOR SUPPORTERS
IN-KIND SPONSORS
EVENTS COMMITTE
CARL FREED, EVENT CO-CHAIR
COURTNEY MIZEL, EVENT CO-CHAIR
KEVIN BEGGS
DR. DEEPIKA CHOPRA-SILVERMAN
CRAIG ERWICH
LAUREN KLEINMAN
HONORARY
CO-CHAIRS
JASMINE ARAI / SUSAN AMSTER / DIANNA LAU & KEVIN BEGGS / AMANDA BURRELL / ANDREA & BARRY CAYTON / JENNIFER E. & CURTIS COHEN / DR. DEEPIKA CHOPRA-SILVERMAN & ALEX SILVERMAN / CRAIG ERWICH & SHAWNA NAGLER / CARL & JENNIFER FREED / TOBY GORMAN / SUSAN GOLDSMITH & VAN HOHMAN / CLINT LAVIGNE & WILLIAM GRAHAM / BARRIE GRUNER / JORDAN HELMAN / MATT HANOVER / ANDY KAPLAN & ALLISON WRIGHT / LAUREN & ANDY KLEINMAN / STACEY & LARRY KOHL / HEATHER LINDSEY / ANDY MEYERS / COURTNEY MIZEL / SUE NAEGLE / AASHIKA PATEL / ELIZABETH POLK / LARRY SALZ / NADINA & FERNANDO SZEW / ERIN UNDERHILL / BRIANNE & ALEX TURTLETAUB / ADAM WALTUCH / SHERYL & JEFF WACHTEL / GRANT WITHERS / WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY CIRCLE
BOARD
OF DIRECTORS
SUSAN GOLDSMITH, CHAIRPERSON
HEATHER LINDSEY, TREASURER
JASMINE ARAI
KEVIN BEGGS
CRAIG ERWICH
CARL FREED
ANDY KLEINMAN
ANDY MEYERS
COURTNEY MIZEL
AASHIKA PATEL
LIZ POLK
BRIANNE TURTLETAUB
ADAM WALTUCH
GRANT WITHERS
PAST HONOREES
(2024) SHAWN GEHLE / CHRISTIAN ROBERT / STACEY & LARRY KOHL / AMY ISRAEL (2023) CARL FREED / ESTHER NETTER (2022) MARY KITCHEN & JON ORZAG / FERNANDO & NADINA SZEW (2021) TARA DUNCAN / CHARLOTTE & GARY GILBERT / ARYEH GOLDBERG (2020) SUSAN & ROBERT ROVNER / CHELSEA & KEVIN WASHINGTON (2019) NICOLE CLEMENS / ART COPPOLA (2018) ANDREA & BARRY CAYTON / CRAIG ERWICH / SANDRA STERN (2017) CAROLYN BERNSTEIN & NICK GRAD / RAYNI & BRANDEN WILLIAMS (2016) DARRYL & VANESSA FRANK / AARON ROSENBERG / DANNY ROSE (2015) KAREY BURKE / JAMES MANDLEBAUM (2014) DICK LIPPIN / ALLISON SHEARMUR (2013) DAVID MADDEN / MARGARET LOESCH / SANFORD MICHELMAN (2012) SHARON SACKS / DEBORAH KLEIN & MORT MARCUS / CARRIE LIEBERMAN (2011) ANDY KAPLAN / COURTNEY MIZEL / RICHARD SMITH (2010) STEPHEN J. DAVIS / BARBARA PROBER (2009) KEVIN BEGGS / DANA PACHULSKI / JENNIFER WOOSTER (2008) JEFF WACHTEL / DR. CHARLES SOPHY (2007) MISSY BIRNS-HALPERIN / LINDA SIMENSKY (2006) RODNEY FREEMAN / WENDY MOSS KLEIN (2005) JENNA ADLER / DAN ADLER / JENNIFER E. COHEN (2004) MARK ITKIN / GLORIA & JERRY LUSHING (2003) BARBARA FISHER / CYNTHIA SIKES YORKIN (2002) ANDY HEYWARD / ARTHUR HILLER (2001) JEAN FRIEDMAN / GARY E. KNELL