The Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber Of Commerce (MDGLCC) will honor corporate and individual supporters of the Miami-Dade LGBT community at The Platinum Gala; its 20th Anniversary Annual Awards Celebration on Saturday, May 18th, 2019 at the Hilton Miami Downtown Hotel, 1601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. The Platinum Gala is sponsored by Wells Fargo.
Over 500 + guests are expected to be in attendance to pay tribute to the honorees selected for their long-term commitment to fostering diversity, as well as for their efforts in contributing to the overall well-being and quality of life in South Florida. While at its core, the Gala is a networking event, the evening will have many surprises to make it a fun and a memorable evening.
2019 Honorees
AT&T Business of the Year Award
NBC 6 South Florida
Regions Business Persons of the Year Award
Bertha Galindo-Crucet & Kevin Walsh (Marriott International)
Morgan Stanley Bob Balsam Civic Achievement Award
Michael Bath (The National LGBTQ Task Force)
This annual event, MDGLCC’s principal fundraising effort of the year, helps sustain operations and the ever-increasing demand to expand programming. The Platinum Gala will consist of a fabulous silent auction followed by dinner, awards ceremony, and moonlight networking. Tickets are $2,200 for tables of 10 or $220 individual tickets. Each admission includes reserved seating, grand buffet, open Bacardi bar, gift bag, and networking.
The Platinum Gala list of Sponsors & Partners
Wells Fargo, AT&T, Regions, Morgan Stanley, Bacardi, American Airlines, Downtown Flowers, GMCVB, Prestige AV & Creative Services, GALRDON, CAREERXCHANGE, Cox Media Group, Miami Herald, HotSpots, Mark's List, SFGN, WIRE. Complimentary Kids PlayZone (ages 4-12) courtesy of Jackson Health System.
Date and Time
Saturday May 18, 2019
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM EDT
6:00pm - Reception
7:30pm - Grand Buffet
9:00pm - Awards Ceremony
10:00pm - Moonlight Networking
Location
Hilton Miami Downtown
1601 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, FL 33132
If interested in staying at the Hilton that evening they are offering a special rate of $159.
Make reservation at 305-374-0000
Fees/Admission
Click on the "Register Now" orange button in the upper left corner of this page for any of the below.
Individual Ticket = $220
Table of 10 = $2,200
Interested in engaging with guests at the event in a more impactful & meaningful way? Purchase 1 of only 20 Interactive Pop-Ups with direct access to attendees through the evening. Each space is 20ft x 20ft for your use as you deemed appropriate. A skirted table and two chairs provided. Interactive Pop-Up costs $1,200 and include 2 admissions to the event.
Congratulate the honorees, promote your brand, or place an advertisement for all attendees to see by purchasing a Space / Slide in the platinum kaleidoscope scrolling during the event. Creative (1280 x 720 pixels) must be received by May 16th. Slides cost $120 each (maximum of 3 slides per customer).
Looking for a way to get some brand visibility & recognition in front of our guests? Make a contribution to the exclusive Silent Auction that is a crowd favorite at this event. Your donation will be prominently featured. Donation must be received by May 14th. Free participation.
Leave a lasting impression with each of our guests promoting your business or brand by contributing an item to be placed in the Gift Bags. Item must be a gift and not solely a coupon or literature. 550 items delivered to the MDGLCC office by 5pm on May 15th. Free participation.
Complimentary Kids PlayZone (ages 4-12) courtesy of Jackson Health System. Room adjacent to the event space where kids will be immersed in a wonderful world of excitement and adventure in a safe and fun environment. Block programming & ongoing activities. Limited to 30 kids. Advanced reservation required. Free participation.
Contact Information
305-673-4440
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