THE MARFAN FOUNDATION GALA 2014
Each year, we are proud to recognize leaders in the medical, corporate, and Marfan syndrome and related disorders communities who have played a significant role in helping the Foundation create a brighter future for people living with Marfan syndrome and related disorders. This year we are proud to honor: Abe DeAnda Jr., MD, FACS, FAHA Associate Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery NYU Langone Medical Center Co-Director, NYU Center for Aortic Disease
MASTER OF CEREMONIES James Naughton James Naughton won Tony Awards as Best Actor in a Musical for City of Angels and Chicago. On Broadway, he directed the Tonynominated production of Arthur Miller s The Price and Thornton Wilder's Our Town, starring Paul Newman. He also directed the television production of Our Town for Showtime and Masterpiece Theatre. He has appeared in numerous films and television shows including The Devil Wears Prada, Damages, Gossip Girl, Ally McBeal, Planet of the Apes, and Raising Miranda, among others. He currently stars in Hostages on CBS.
MASTER OF CEREMONIES Janice Huff One of New York's most recognized forecasters, Janice Huff is the weekday chief meteorologist for NBC 4 New York, meteorologist for NBC's Sunday morning edition of the Today show, and host of Wednesday s Child, a weekly feature about adoption. A passionate advocate for children and community-related issues, Ms. Huff has received awards from a wide variety of organizations, including the Police Athletic League, the American Lung Association, the YWCA of New York City, and the New York Chapter of American Women in Radio & Television.
CORPORATE HOST Karen Murray Karen Murray, President of VF Sportswear, is a true champion of The Marfan Foundation, having served on its Board of Directors since 1998 and as corporate host for our Heartworks Gala since 2000. Inspired by her son Michael, who was diagnosed with Marfan syndrome in 1996, she has become a passionate advocate and leader in the Marfan community, working tirelessly to help create a brighter future for people living with Marfan syndrome and related disorders.
established in 1981, creates a brighter future for everyone affected by Marfan syndrome and related disorders by pursuing the most innovative research and making sure that it receives proper funding; creating an informed public and educated patient community; and providing relentless support to families, caregivers, and healthcare providers. Learn more and get involved at Marfan.org
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SILVER SPONSOR THE LEVY GROUP is proud to be a Silver Sponsor of the 14th Annual Heartworks Gala in honor of Corporate Host, Karen Murray
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SILVER SPONSOR Congratulations Abe DeAnda, MD and Sinclair Li Thank you for all you do to support The Marfan Foundation and our life saving mission. Karen Murray & Harry Steinmetz Michael, Leah and Marissa
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SILVER SPONSOR JULIE ANN ROOS ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS PETER AND ANDREW ROOS & FAMILY
SILVER SPONSOR We honor Dr. Abe DeAnda, Jr. for providing the gift of life through his wonderful work and we are proud to support NYU Langone Medical Center. g Robin and Scott L. Gottlieb
In honor of our dear friend, Sinclair Li, for his tireless work on behalf of The Marfan Foundation and so many other worthy causes.
WE ARE PROUD TO SUPPORT THE MARFAN FOUNDATION YOUR COMMITMENT TO FINDING A CURE IS AN INSPIRATION TO US ALL
We Salute Susan and Randy Falco for their continued support of The Marfan Foundation Betsy Miller and Stuart F. Sucherman
Steve & Rosalinda Rayman and Steve Rayman Chevrolet are Proud to Support The Marfan Foundation in honor of Michael Murray.
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In honor of Karen Murray Laura & John Pomerantz
Deep gratitude and congratulations A proud contributor to THE MARFAN FOUNDATION In support of saving the lives of those affected In honor of our friend Sinclair Li www.wolferesearch.com to All You Fight for Victory Movers and Shakers! Roelina and Chuck Berst, Los Angeles / Orange County Network
Congratulations to Karen Murray and our fellow Epiphany Community Nursery School family, the Lis, for all their efforts in building support for The Marfan Foundation s mission of education, research, and support. Sarah and Rob Deckey