21st Annual ‘Ringside: A Fight For Kids’ Raises Funds For The Charley Foundation

Anna Dietz & Ava Angeli. Photo: Nathan Chapman

The Charley Foundation’s 21st Annual “Ringside: A Fight For Kids” was held on Friday (March 7) at the Liberty Hall in Franklin, in front of a sold-out crowd.

Sponsored by SMACKsongs and produced by Executive Director of The Charley Foundation, Carolyn Miller, the fundraiser showcased gourmet dining, live music, a silent auction and four “Rumble on the Row” boxing matches. Sanctioned by USA Boxing, Nashville’s music industry and business professionals went head-to-head in the ring for three rounds.

The evening began with an emotional tribute from ring announcer Ryan Beuschel, General Manager of The Neal Agency, to his mentor and the music industry’s cherished Ben Vaughn, President & CEO of Warner Chappell Music Nashville, who passed away on January 30. A long-time supporter of Ringside, Vaughn was then honored with a 10-bell salute.

Alexander Shelley & Paul Place. Photo: Nathan Chapman

In the first match, amateur boxer and Nashville local Paul Place stepped in at the last minute for the injured Josh Windt (GLÜ/Numbers Don’t Lie/The 13th, Partner) and triumphed over Alexander Shelley (United Talent Agency, Agent Assistant). In the second match, Anna Dietz (AEG Presents, Coordinator, Global Touring) secured a win against Ava Angeli (Wiles & Taylor, Accountant/Business Management).

The third match saw Shelby Weimer (Vaden Group|Elliott Davis, Business Management) defeat Marissa Turk (SMACKsongs, Artist Manager). Finally, in the final match, R.J. Romeo (Romeo Entertainment Group, President & CEO) emerged victorious over Daryl Dixon (Kane Brown, Tour Manager).

The Charley Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to enhancing the lives of children in need. Through donations, sponsorships and fundraising events, the foundation allocates funds to qualified organizations that align with its mission to support disabled and underprivileged children through medical, recreational and care services.

Shelby Weimer & Marissa Turk. Photo: Nathan Chapman

Daryl Dixon & R.J. Rome0. Photo: Nathan Chapman

Ryan Beuschel. Photo: Nathan Chapman

Madison Hahnen is Project Manager at MusicRow magazine, where she helps carry out operational objectives and large-scale projects for the company. Hahnen graduated from Bryant University in May of 2020 with a B.S. in Team & Project Management and a minor in communication studies.

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