Cocktails in Kicks: Girls on the Run Dayton

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Cocktails in Kicks: MSD, Inc. Celebrates 15 Years of Girls on the Run Dayton

Last night, the MSD, Inc. team had the incredible opportunity to attend and sponsor Cocktails in Kicks, a special event celebrating 15 years of Girls on the Run Dayton. The evening was filled with inspiration, community spirit, and a shared commitment to empowering young girls through confidence-building programs.

An Evening of Celebration

Held in a lively and welcoming atmosphere, Cocktails in Kicks brought together supporters, volunteers, and community leaders to celebrate the impact of Girls on the Run Dayton over the past decade and a half. The night was packed with meaningful moments:

Guests enjoyed family-style dining, fostering connections and conversations. The event program highlighted the incredible achievements of the organization and its mission to instill confidence and life skills in young girls. The Athleisure Fashion Show & Live Auction was a definite highlight, showcasing fun, stylish looks while raising funds to support future GOTR programming. The Shine On! Coach of the Year Award recognized an outstanding coach who has made a lasting impact on the girls in the program. A special toast to 15 years was led by Grace Norman, a local inspiration and champion of girls’ athletics. The evening wrapped up, leaving attendees feeling uplifted and even more dedicated to the GOTR mission.

Why This Event Matters

Girls on the Run Dayton has transformed the lives of countless young girls by helping them develop essential life skills through physical activity and mentorship. The program goes beyond running—it empowers participants with confidence, resilience, and the tools they need to navigate life successfully.

At MSD, Inc., we believe in the power of investing in the next generation. By sponsoring Cocktails in Kicks, we are proud to support an organization that aligns with our values of community enrichment, leadership, and empowerment.

Looking Ahead

Last night’s event was a celebration of everything Girls on the Run Dayton has accomplished, but it was also a reminder that the work is far from over. MSD, Inc. is honored to stand alongside this incredible organization, and we look forward to continuing our support in the years to come.

Here’s to another 15 years of empowering girls to shine, run, and lead with confidence!

WPAFB Sensors Lab

Wright-Patt Air Force Base sought contractors to renovate and add onto the Sensors Lab. The HVAC portion of the project was over $13 million.

  • MSD served as the Design Assist Contractor in conjunction with Heapy Engineering for this project. In collaborating with General Contractor, Butt Construction, MSD provided Design Assist solutions for the following:
    • A large, anechoic chamber
    • An outdoor range
    • Multiple, Class-100 clean rooms
    • A three-story office building addition with DCID 6-9 requirements on many of the rooms

WPAFB Chilled Water System

The chilled water system at a high-security building on the Air Force Base was undersized and unable to keep up with demand. The facility could not operate without chilled water due to the amount of information servers in the building, and the general nature of the building itself. The entire upgrade project would need to be completed with minimal shut down time at the building. HVAC portion of this project was over $3 million.

  • MSD worked in collaboration with Diaz Construction to complete the system upgrades on time and on budget with minimal shutdowns or disruption to the facility operations.

LJB, Inc.

LJB, Inc. was renovating their Miamisburg, OH office and wanted to incorporate energy-saving upgrades.

  • MSD provided Design Build services in tandem with Greensleeves Energy Solutions, a specialist in geothermal systems.
  • MSD and Greensleeves installed a new geothermal HVAC system with open and closed loops. In addition, MSD design and installed the plumbing portion of the renovation.

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