Page 4 - Boca Club News - October '24

Page 4, Boca Club News

NFL Hall of Famers from page 1 participants alike,” will be managed by Pro Links Sports, a nationally
said Ken Kennerly, recognized sports marketing and event management firm
Sapp, Barber and Executive Director, that assists in running several PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR
Freeney join NFL greats James Hardie™ Pro Champions tournaments.
DeMarcus Ware, Jimbo Football Hall of Fame The tournament will support cornerstone charities,
Covert, Andre Reed, Invitational. including the Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Habitat
Morten Andersen and The James Hardie for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County and First
Calvin Johnson, who have Pro Football Hall of Tee Foundation, reinforcing the event’s commitment to
also committed to play in Fame Invitational community and philanthropy.
the tournament. A total of promises to be a For more information about the James Hardie Pro Football
26 football legends and 78 memorable blend Hall of Fame Invitational, visit JamesHardieInvitational.
PGA TOUR Champions of football and golf, com and follow @JamesHardieInvitational on Instagram
professionals will come complemented by a Padraig Harrington and @JamesHardieInv on X [formerly Twitter] for
together for an exciting full schedule of parties, tournament updates and player commitments.
three-day tournament that celebratory events and off-course happenings to ensure a About Pro Links Sports: Pro Links Sports is a leading
will be televised live on the Dwight Freeney fun and exciting week for everyone involved. Tickets will sports marketing and professional management firm that
Golf Channel. be available to the general public in November. operates several PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions
“Adding Hall of Famers like Warren Sapp, Rondé Barber James Hardie, an American leader in home building events. Since 1993, Pro Links Sports has also worked
and Dwight Freeney to the James Hardie Pro Football Hall products, has committed to a multi-year partnership to with companies throughout the world to implement full-
of Fame Invitational not only adds prestige to the event, but serve as the title sponsor of this new and exciting event. service golf and corporate programs to fit their needs and
also brings excitement and anticipation for both fans and The James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational objectives.

Ninth Annual Mayors Ball from page 1 resident and philanthropist JM Family, CP Group,
Holli Rockwell Trubinsky. WPBF-TV, Marc J. Leder
In alignment with Boca Raton’s 2025 Centennial, the A former nurse, Holli Foundation, Presidential
Mayors Ball theme is: Boca 100: A Sensational Century contributed a $10 million Auto, The Law Offices
of Growth, Giving and Greatness. Ballroom décor will estate gift to the FAU of Pamela Higer-Polani,
showcase the city’s past, present and future with custom- College of Nursing to name Ellen Koppelman, Holli
designed centerpieces, banners and memorabilia. Festivities the Eminent Deanship, Rockwell Trubinsky
will kick off with the popular Steve Chase Band playing a $3 million gift to Lynn and Joe Trubinsky,
tunes from throughout the decades. University for scholarships GEO Group, Anchor
To reflect the Centennial, awards across four categories and created the Rockwell Bank, FAU, E.M. Lynn
are named in honor of three former Mayors and the Suites at Boca Raton Foundation, Scott Grody
legendary Addison Mizner. Regional Hospital. Travel and exclusive
The J.C. Mitchell Award (Individual Category) honors Each honoree will magazine sponsor, Boca
the city’s longest serving Mayor during its most turbulent receive a stunning, glass- Dr. Joseph Biase and his wife Raton Magazine.
time (The Great Depression and World War II). The award cut award on stage, Donna, cofounder of Boca- Chairing this year’s Dr. Dan Gropper, Dean of FAU’s
recognizes his grandson, Bill Mitchell, a lifelong resident, preceded by a brief video based nonprofit Best Foot event is longtime Rotarian College of Business, along with
former pastor and currently a motivational speaker and highlighting their respective Forward. and former celebrity talk his wife.
business speaker who has visited 85 countries. Like his accomplishments. show host, Arlene Herson.
grandfather, Bill is a cheerleader for Boca Raton. The program will also feature a live auction of luxury Emceeing will be WPBF-TV News Anchor Erin Guy and
The Susan Whelchel Award (Nonprofit Category) is items, such as a $5,000 gift certificate at Cristino Fine Jewelry ADT’s David Smail.
named after Boca’s most beloved Mayor who served six and experiential opportunities including exotic trips, concerts, There are multiple sponsorships levels with individual seats
years and added much to the city in terms of art, culture dinners and more. Auctioneer Bill Riddick of the esteemed priced at $495. For more information, contact Bob Tucker,
and education. The recipient is Spirit of Giving Network, a Saffer and Company Benefit Auctions will stir up the crowd 522btucker@gmail.com or (561) 289-0436.
Boca-based collaborative organization that supports over 110 to bid on these bucket list experiences. About Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton. With 80-plus
nonprofits. Launched in 2007, Spirit of Giving makes Boca The event’s presenting sponsor is ADT, proudly headquartered members and founded in 2012, The Rotary Club Downtown
Raton a great place to live. in Boca Raton. “As ADT celebrates its 150th birthday, we are Boca Raton is the 2023 Club of the Year within its District
The George Long Award (Business Category) honors the strengthening our roots in Boca Raton where we’ve had a of 44 other clubs. Its mission is health and wellness and
city’s first Mayor and is being bestowed upon the Greater presence over four decades,” said David Smail, Boca Rotary aligns with Rotary International to provide service to others,
Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce. Since 1952 the Chamber Club Member and ADT Executive Vice President and Chief promote integrity and advance world understanding, goodwill
has fostered prosperity, commerce and economic growth, Legal Officer. “We salute Boca Raton on its Centennial and and peace through fellowship of business, professional and
resulting in over 13,000 businesses cooperating in a city with applaud Rotary for helping make a difference in our community.” community leaders. There are 46,000 Rotary Clubs in nearly
100,000 residents. In addition to ADT, this year’s supporters and sponsors to date every country connecting 1.4 million Rotarians, worldwide.
The Addison Mizner Award (Philanthropy Category) include: Boca Raton Airport Authority, Cristino Fine Jewelry, The club meets on Fridays at noon at the Embassy Suites
reflects the enriching and enthusiastic spirit of our most iconic The Boca Raton Tribune, Mithun Family Foundation, BocaWest off Yamato Rd near I-95. For more information visit: www.
resident from a century ago and is being presented to longtime Country Club, FPL, The Boca Raton Bowl, Kim Champion, rotarydowntownbocaraton.org

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