Cynthia is a Shark Savers "ocean ambassador", a South Beach lifeguard, and an endurance athlete who set world records in extreme distance paddling. In 2007 she broke the record paddling solo from Bimini Cat Cay in the Bahamas across the Bermuda Triangle to Dania Beach, Florida; a total of 58 miles in support of AIDS research and Care Resource. Cynthia believes that seeking endurance records not only benefits critically ill children, but also raises awareness about conservation issues.

Cynthia is often asked if she is afraid of sharks. Not only is she not afraid of sharks, she loves them. Cynthia's second home is on her board, and because of that, she understands how important sharks are to the ecological balance in the oceans.

The paddle is planned for the week of June 13, weather permitting. For the second time, Shark Savers Marine Biologist Samantha Whitcraft will be joining the Dream Big crew to support Cynthia's epic attempt. Dream Big is more than just a paddle and a documentary film, it is a tool to realize the power of hope and the proof one person can make a difference both for our communities and our oceans. You can view a video of Cynthia and learn more about her quest on http://keeppaddlin.org/.