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Mrs. Eva and H.E. Ambassador Meshal Al-Thani and Stephen Schwarzman and
Michele and Howard Kessler Sandra and Patrick Rooney Sr. Margo McKnight
Deborah Dauman and Thomas C. Quick and Michele
Suzanne Johnson Kessler

chairs of the Journey to Africa Gala on Jan. 27 on the lush,
tropical grounds of Palm Beach Zoo. Michele Kessler,
chairman of the zoo’s board of directors, and Thomas C.
Quick, board member, served as honorary chairmen for the
event that raised a record-breaking $2.8 million in support
of the organization’s conservation mission and bold vision.
“Thank you, everyone, for contributing to the most
successful gala – ever – to help save wildlife here and in the
wild,” said Kessler.
Quick added, “For more than 50 years, Palm Beach Zoo
has been committed to animals and our community in bringing
wild, wonder-filled experiences to underserved children whose
only chance to experience rare and endangered animals is at Lillian and Luis Fernandez Caroline and Thompson Dean Sarah Johnson, Holly Johnson Bartlett and Lutes Bartlett
the zoo. Our bold vision is to create the zoo of the future with
world-class animal experiences for every guest, the utmost For nearly two decades, the
in animal well-being and expertly designed spaces where Rooneys have shared their
irresistible connection and conservation action can happen.” fondness of the zoo and for
Guests of the evening enjoyed a festive cocktail reception, wildlife with the community,
followed by haute cuisine dining, a lively auction and dancing their many friends, and loved
to the sounds of Chris Norton. Before sitting for dinner, guests ones, including their beloved
had the opportunity to go on an expert-guided express tour grandchildren. Sandy
around the zoo, where jaguar Fiona, Alyssa the Baird’s tapir, Rooney shared, “From the
giant anteaters, squirrel monkeys and more delighted along beginning of time, the balance
the way. of the world depends on how
The gala also connected guests to some of the zoo’s most animals, plants, and humans
notable denizens. Animal encounters included greetings by are intertwined so that the
Wilbur, the celebrity sloth, an African-crested porcupine system of life continues. By
preserving wildlife for future
Candace Hamm, Frank Chopin and Carole Moran generations, we guarantee
them the right to live in a Maura Ziska Christu, Frank
cocktail mingler followed by a Chilean flamingo trio that led natural world.” and Laura Baker
Captain’s was established in 1980 servicing gala guests to the dance floor. Scarlet and hyacinth macaws Friends of the zoo, H.E.
Palm Beach County and is a privately Crackle and Perus made cameos in photo moments all in Ambassador Meshal and Mrs. Eva Al-Thani; Marie-
owned and managed company. support of the zoo’s mission of inspiring people to act on Josée and Henry R. Kravis; Alison Holtzschue and
Captain’s is committed to providing behalf of wildlife and the natural world. Douglas Schloss were also honored for their unwavering
dependable, reliable and professional dedication, generosity and support of Palm Beach Zoo and
ground transportation to and from all Sandy and Patrick Rooney Sr. received the Gala
South Florida Airports and Seaports. PBCVH212 Stewardship Award during the evening’s festivities. As Conservation Society.
To reserve your vehicle: leaders in our community, the Rooneys exemplify dedication
561-798-2180 or 800-634-7890 www.captainsairport.com and generosity through both action and philanthropy. Fundraising Event on page 8

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