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The Real Estate Division of theDiabetes Research Institute Foundation
12•11•19
E M P I R E B A L L
CAMILLO RICORDI HUMANITARIAN HONOREE
R O B E R T S C H E I N M A NPrincipal
J.T. Magen & Company Inc.
LEADERSHIP HONOREE
S I M O N W A S S E R B E R G E RSenior Vice President
EQ Office
PETER L. DICAPUA DISTINGUISHED SERVICE HONOREE
M A R K G R E G O R I OPresident
TEI Group
These honorees are lending a helping hand to millions offamilies by joining us to unlock the cure for diabetes.
DIABETES RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOUNDATIONREAL ESTATE DIVISION
Cordially Invites You to Attend the
E M P I R E B A L LUNLOCK THE CURE
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2019
Grand Hyatt Hotel, Empire State BallroomPark Avenue at Grand Central, New York, NY
Cocktails: 6:00pmLive Program, Dinner and Dancing: 7:00pm
Black Tie Suggested
VICE-CHAIRS
A L F O N S E A M O R E B O N N I E I N S E R R A Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. The Inserra Family Foundation
P A U L J . A M R I C H A V I I T Z I K O W I T Z * * CBRE, Inc. ATCO Properties & Management, Inc.
A N D R E W C O O K E J A M E S J . M I G L I O R E Hines William Macklowe Company
P E T E R L . D I C A P U A * C H A R L E S R I Z Z O CodeGreen Solutions, Inc. The Rizzo Group
D O U G L A S D O N A L D S O N S T E P H E N R I Z Z O * * The Donaldson Organization The Rizzo Group
L O U I S J . E S P O S I T O T H O M A S S A N T I A G O The Durst Organization WarnerMedia
J A M E S H A L P I N * * J O H N S A N T O R A Platinum Cushman & Wakefield, Inc.
*Chairman Emeritus**Steering Committee Co-Hosts
Peter L. DiCapuaCodeGreen Solutions, Inc.
Joseph “Dee” DussichJAD Corp. of America
Theodore S. HammerMancini Duffy
Bart McDadeNewmark Knight Frank
James J. MiglioreWilliam Macklowe Company
Hannah Nakhshab
Gregg A. PopkinRFR Holding LLC
Charles RizzoThe Rizzo Group
Scott SalmirsAmerican Building Maintenance Co.
Thomas SantiagoWarnerMedia
John SantoraCushman & Wakefield, Inc.
Gerald D. ScheinScheinMedia
DIABETES RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOUNDATIONREAL ESTATE DIVISION
Founders
Board of Governors*Alfonse Amore
Cushman & Wakefield, Inc.
Paul J. Amrich CBRE, Inc.
Jonathan Andrew Gardiner & Theobald
Jonathan Bennis Icon Interiors, Inc.
Joel Brenner WarnerMedia
Lucy G. Carter
Andrew Cooke Hines
Jay Cross Hudson Yards,
A Related Oxford venture
Robert Cuzzi Van Deusen & Associates
Peter L. DiCapua CodeGreen Solutions, Inc.
George DiStefano Unity Construction Group
Douglas Donaldson The Donaldson Organization
Gillian Ranee Doucette Doucette Consulting
Jeffrey A. Duarte Platinum
Joseph “Dee” Dussich JAD Corp. of America
Nancy Erardi NYCAN Builders LLC
Louis J. Esposito The Durst Organization
Richard Field WarnerMedia
Christine Georgopulo Blue Sky Ideation, LLC
Real Estate CT/NY
Michael Gerazounis MGEngineering D.P.C.
Mark Gregorio TEI Group
James Halpin** Platinum
Richard C. Heller Titanium Scaffold Services
Kevin T. Hoey
L & L Holding Company
Frederick C. Horwood
WarnerMedia
Bonnie Inserra Inserra Family Foundation
Lindsey Inserra Inserra Supermarkets
Avi Itzikowitz** ATCO Properties & Management, Inc.
Jet Ivezi A-Z Fire Alarm Security, Inc.
Richard Laskowski Vanguard Construction
Steve Lefkowitz WarnerMedia
William “Billy” Macklowe
William Macklowe Company
Frank Mancini Innovo Property Group
Christopher Masotto Normandy Real Estate
Partners
Brendan J. McCarty United Building Sciences
Limited
Daniel McGinley Penguin Air Conditioning
Corp.
James J. Migliore William Macklowe
Company
Mirjana Mirjanic Quality Building Services
Corp.
Ted Moudis Ted Moudis Associates
Robert Mullen Structure Tone
Jonathan Ninnis OwnersCorp Commercial
Jason Pizer Enterprise Asset
Management
Bert Rahm Turner Construction
Company
Charles Rizzo The Rizzo Group
Stephen Rizzo** The Rizzo Group
Michael Rodriguez Alliance Building Services
Hani J. Salama Capital Properties
Thomas Santiago WarnerMedia
Gerard Schumm RFR Realty LLC
Gaston Silva Vornado Realty Trust
Joseph M. Smith Fujitec
William Sotomayor Ware Malcomb
Stephen M. Soviero Structure Tone
Paul H. Teti Normandy Real Estate
Partners
Simon Wasserberger EQ Office
Glen J. Weiss Vornado Realty Trust
Richard Wood Plaza Construction
*In formation **Steering Committee Co-Hosts
Richard FieldWarnerMedia
Avi ItzikowitzATCO Properties & Management, Inc.
Richard A. LaskowskiVanguard Construction
Dinner Co-Chairs*
Dinner Committee*
Alfonse Amore Cushman & Wakefield, Inc.
Lauren BellardEQ Office
Lauren BenjaminJ.T. Magen & Company Inc.
Carrie Brown
Leona CianfloneTurner Construction Company
Douglas DonaldsonThe Donaldson Organization
Matt DuthieNewmark Knight Frank
Michael GerazounisMGEngineering D.P.C.
Mark GregorioTEI Group
Elizabeth LopezTEI Group
Linda MahkovecWarnerMedia
Christopher MasottoNormandy Real Estate Partners
Brendan J. McCartyUnited Building Sciences Limited
Richard Minieri, Jr.Accurate Specialty Metal Fabricators
Stephen RizzoThe Rizzo Group
Thomas SantiagoWarnerMedia
Joseph M. SmithFujitec
William SotomayorWare Malcomb
Elizabeth HaakHighland Management
Advertising & PR Co-Chairs*
Gillian Ranee DoucetteDoucette Consulting
Christine GeorgopuloBlue Sky Ideation, LLC
Real Estate CT/NY
Journal Co-Chairs*
Jeffrey A. DuartePlatinum
Richard C. HellerTitanium Scaffold Services
Jet IveziA-Z Fire Alarm Security, Inc.
Journal Committee*
Robert CuzziVan Deusen & Associates
Pete MoranJ.T. Magen & Company Inc.
Catherine WangA-Z Fire Alarm Security, Inc.
*In formation
In Memory Board of Governors
Richard Imperatore Brookbridge Consulting
The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation is the organization of choice for those who are serious, passionate and committed to curing diabetes. Its mission – to provide the Diabetes Research Institute with the funding necessary to cure diabetes now – is a testament to the belief that tomorrow is not soon enough to cure those living with diabetes.
The Diabetes Research Institute at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine leads the world in cure-focused
research. As one of the largest and most comprehensive research centers dedicated to curing diabetes, the DRI is aggressively working to develop a biological cure by restoring natural insulin production and normalizing blood sugar levels without imposing other risks. Researchers have already shown that transplanted islet cells allow patients to live without the need for insulin therapy. Some study participants have maintained insulin independence for more than 10 years. The DRI is now building upon these promising outcomes through its BioHub strategy, a multidisciplinary, three-pronged approach for addressing the major challenges that stand in the way of a cure: eliminate the need for anti-rejection drugs, reset the immune system to block autoimmunity, and develop an unlimited supply of insulin-producing cells.
The Diabetes Research Institute and Foundation were created for one reason – to cure diabetes – which is and will continue to be the singular focus until that goal is reached. For the millions of children and adults affected by diabetes, the Diabetes Research Institute is the best hope for a cure.
Diabetes Research Institute FoundationAttn: Empire Ball259 West 30th Street, Suite 402, New York, NY 10001T: 212-888.2217 | aepstein@drif.org
www.DiabetesResearch.org/The-Empire-Ball
Blue is the international color of diabetes. When the iconic, world-renowned Empire State Building is lit blue on Wednesday, December 11th, 2019, to commemorate the Annual Empire Ball, it will shine a spotlight on the DRI’s singular mission to find a cure for this devastating disease.
#LightTheSkyforDRI *The Empire State Building image ® is a registered trademark of ESRT Empire State Building, L.L.C. and is used with permission.
Presenting Sponsor at $50,000 - Two (2) Premiere tables (20 guests). • Company logo on event signage, DRI event website with hot link and
in Journal. • Recognition through Cycle of Discovery Crystal Award Series. • Double-page or Back Cover, four-color advertisement spread with
Presenting Sponsor seal in Journal and Media Loop Exposure at the event.
• Prominent logo recognition on video screens during Program. • Company recognition in newsletter. • Invitation to VIP reception. • Recognized as Presenting Sponsor in all media/promotional materials.* • Multiple dedicated and grouped social media mentions. • Public acknowledgment at the event. • Opportunity to host VIP, celebrities or DRI notables at tables. • Event speaking opportunity.
Co-Sponsor(s) at $35,000 - Two (2) Premiere tables (20 guests). • Company logo on event signage, DRI event website with hot link, and
in Journal. • Recognition through Cycle of Discovery Crystal Award Series. • One full-page, four-color advertisement with Co-Sponsor seal in
Journal and Media Loop Exposure at the event. • Prominent logo recognition on video screens during Program. • Company recognition in newsletter. • Invitation to VIP reception. • Recognized as Co-Sponsor in select media/promotional materials.* • One dedicated and multiple grouped social media mentions. • Public acknowledgment at the event. • Opportunity to host VIP, celebrities or DRI notables at tables.
Grand Patron Table(s) at $25,000 - One (1) Prominent table (10 guests). • Recognition through Cycle of Discovery Crystal Award Series. • Company logo on event signage, DRI event website, and in Journal. • One full-page, four-color advertisement with Grand Patron seal in
Journal and Media Loop Exposure at the event. • Prominent recognition on video screens during Program. • Invitation to VIP reception. • Recognized as Grand Patron Sponsor in select media/promotional
materials.* • One grouped social media mention.
E M P I R E B A L LWEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2019
Grand Hyatt Hotel
P L E A S E R E S E R V E T H E F O L L O W I N G :
Patron Table(s) at $15,000 - One (1) Prime table (10 guests). • Company listing on DRI event website, and in Journal. • Prominent recognition on video screens during Program. • Invitation to early VIP reception with Honorees and Photo-op (Donors
only) the night of the event. • Recognized as Patron Sponsor in select media/promotional materials*,
including pre- and post- event press releases sent to our extensive media list (radio, TV, print, Internet).
• One grouped social media mention. • One full page, four-color advertisement with Patron seal in Journal and
media loop exposure at the event.
Benefactor Table(s) at $12,500 - One (1) Preferred table (10 guests). • Company listing on DRI event website, and in Journal. • One full-page, four-color advertisement in Journal. • Recognized as Benefactor Sponsor in select media/promotional
materials.* • One grouped social media mention.
Supporter Table(s) at $10,000 - One (1) Select table (10 guests). • Company listing in Journal. • One full-page, black & white advertisement in Journal.
Individual Seat(s) at $1,250
*Promotional materials subject to date that agreement is finalized and contingent upon meeting printing deadlines.
C O M M E M O R A T I V E J O U R N A L A D R A T E S :These are for standalone ads, not part of a sponsorship package
*Back Cover, 4-color at $7,500 Includes Two (2) tickets & media loop exposure at the event
*Inside Back Cover, 4-color at $7,000 Includes Two (2) tickets & media loop exposure at the event
*Inside Front Cover, 4-color at $7,000 Includes Two (2) tickets & media loop exposure at the event
Full Page, 4-color at $5,000 (includes media loop exposure at the event)
Full Page, black and white at $2,500
Half Page, 4-color at $2,000
Half Page, black and white at $1,750
Mechanical RequirementsBleed Page: 8 ¾” x 11 ¼” Trim Size: 8 ½” x 11”Full Page: 7 ½” wide x 10” deepHalf Page: 7 ½” wide x 4 ¾” deep
Submission FormatsAdvertisements must be submitted in the correct size in the form of a high-resolution PDF file, “press quality”. All fonts must be embedded. Camera-ready art is acceptable only for black and white line art.
(All Journal Ads will be available for online viewing after the event)Deadline for Journal submission is Friday, November 15, 2019*Covers are sold on a first come basis
To purchase online, please visit: www.DiabetesResearch.org/The-Empire-Ball
Please reserve the following:Guest Lists are due Monday, December 2, 2019
___ Presenting Sponsor at $50,000
___ Co-Sponsor(s) at $35,000
___ Grand Patron Table(s) at $25,000
___ Patron Table(s) at $15,000
___ Benefactor Table(s) at $12,500
___ Supporter Table(s) at $10,000
___ Individual Seats at $1,250 Number of seats______
Total Amount $____________
___ I am unable to attend, but would like to contribute $______
*I/We would be pleased to Purchase a Journal ad at the following level:
(These are for standalone ads, not part of a sponsorship package)
___ *Back Cover, 4-color at $7,500 Includes Two (2) tickets & media loop exposure at the event
___ *Inside Back Cover, 4-color at $7,000 Includes Two (2) tickets & media loop exposure at the event
___ *Inside Front Cover, 4-color at $7,000 Includes Two (2) tickets & media loop exposure at the event
___ Full Page, 4-color at $5,000 Includes media loop exposure at the event
___ Full Page, black and white at $2,500
___ Half Page, 4-color at $2,000
___ Half Page, black and white at $1,750
Total Amount $____________
Deadline for Journal submission is Friday, November 15, 2019*Covers are sold on a first come basis
If you have any questions, or require additional information please contact:Amy Epstein, Director of Special EventsDiabetes Research Institute FoundationPhone: 212.888.2217 E-mail: aepstein@drif.org
To purchase online, please visit: www.DiabetesResearch.org/The-Empire-Ball
R E S E R V A T I O N S
Name (To be listed on printed materials)
Contact Name and Title/Company (if applicable)
Address
City State Zip
Telephone Number
E-Mail Address
Invited By
Payment Method
M Enclosed is my check in the amount of $ ________. Please make
checks payable to: Diabetes Research Institute Foundation
M Invoice me
M I would like to pay by credit card:
j American Express j Visa j MasterCard j Discover
Is this a corporate card? ___ Yes ____ No
Total amount to be charged $_________
Credit Card Number Expiration Date
Name (As it appears on card)
Billing Address (If different than above)
City State Zip
Signature of Cardholder Please send payments and reservation card to: Diabetes Research Institute Foundation Attn: Empire Ball, 259 West 30th Street, Suite 402, New York, NY 10001.Or email your scanned reservation card to: aepstein@drif.org Online registration, sponsorship information and more at www.DiabetesResearch.org/The-Empire-Ball All donations to Diabetes Research Institute Foundation are tax-deductible to the extent permissible by law. Each ticket is tax-deductible in excess of $250, the fair market value (FMV) of services received. Tax Exemption No. 59-136-1955.