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CR Foundation • 50th Anniversary Gala
Park City, Utah • Friday, Feb 6, 2026
A statewide moment. A 50-year milestone.
You're welcome and encouraged to attend. Please arrive early for on-camera interviews 4:00–4:30 PM with Dr. Gordon J. Christensen (Founder) and Rella Christensen, PhD (Co-founder), plus additional CR Foundation leadership.
During the event, Stephen L. Whyte will read a proclamation from Governor Spencer J. Cox declaring February 7 as “CR Foundation Day” in Utah.
Interviews: 4:00–4:30 PM
Gala: 5:00–7:30 PM
Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton Park City – The Yarrow
Crew arrival: 3:45 PM recommended
Founders or legacy photo
Why your newsroom should send a crew
Official recognition, a rare founder interview window, and a strong visual moment during the event.
Governor’s proclamation
Feb 7 recognized as “CR Foundation Day” in Utah — a headline-ready statewide moment.
Elected official on-site
Utah State Representative Stephen L. Whyte will be present and will read the proclamation that is signed by Govenor Cox.
Founder interview window
Pre-event interviews 4:00–4:30 PM designed for clean audio and fast turnaround.
Research, testing, or clinical credibility photo
Venue, Park City establishing, or gala atmosphere photo
Pre-event interviews (how it works)
Arrive early, set up quickly, capture founder soundbites, and then roll straight into event coverage.
3:45 PM
Arrive + set camera/audio
4:00–4:30 PM
Interviews: founders + leadership
4:30–5:00 PM
B-roll + arrivals + venue
Great on-camera questions (fast soundbites)
“Why does independent research matter?”
“What changed most in 50 years?”
“What should patients know?”
“What’s next for dentistry?”
Celebrating 50 Years of Independent Clinical Research
Location + media coordination
DoubleTree by Hilton Park City – The Yarrow • Park City, Utah
Media timing
Arrive by 3:45 PM
Interviews 4:00–4:30 PM
Gala begins 5:00 PM
Media contact (logistics only)
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