United Technologies Corp. sponsored the Relay For Life of East Hartford, a 12-hour walk-a-thon for the American Cancer Society. The event celebrated cancer survivors and honoring those touched by cancer. A total of $150,000, including $25,000 donated from UTC, went to aid research and local programs. Pictured are, from left, Laurie Perez, Fox CT reporter and emcee of opening ceremonies; Greg Hayes, UTC senior vice president and chief financial officer; Melody Currey, mayor of East Hartford; and Don Gudaitis, chief executive officer of American Cancer Society’s New England division.