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Business Networks | December, 2007 | Volume 5, Issue 12
Alumni tradition continues with second annual Night in Paradise.
Last year, a group of dedicated College of Business Administration alumni developed a philanthropic event that would give back to the community and to the college’s students with the intent of creating a tradition that would grow and be passed on to the next generation of board members. They accomplished their mission. The 2nd annual Night in Paradise, Taste of Brazil, took place on November 26, 2007, at the luxury resort, Grove Isle Hotel and Spa in Coconut Grove, Florida. This year, the evening represented a joint partnership between the Business Alumni Chapter and the Young Urban Alumni Association (YUPA!). The event benefits the FIU Student Enhancement Fund and CHARLEE Homes for Children, a non-profit organization that helps abused and neglected children. Guests enjoyed an open air ambience with a beautiful, waterfront, night view. Musical entertainment was provided by Cezar Santana and his Bossa Nova Sensations. Guests were captivated by authentic Brazilian dancers and a performance by Cais Dourado capoeira group. Other entertainment included a fashion show featuring Paixao Swimwear. Customized swimwear from Paixao and gift certificates from Texas de Brazil proved to be the hottest raffle items of the evening. George Corton (BBA ‘03), who is the incoming president of YUPA!, added that “the event was the perfect way to kick off the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. You can't beat good friends, food, drink, and networking all while overlooking one of Miami's most spectacular sights.” The Business Alumni Chapter would like to thank the 2007 event’s sponsors and partners for making the tradition a reality: Grove Isle Hotel and Spa, Deloitte, University Credit Union, Aviation Express, Appelrouth, Farah & Co. PA, Kramer Professional Staffing, Sevas, Project X Media, Odyssey D.J. Productions, RAMAX Media, FJP Group, , Moleca, Chivas, Tequila Leguas, Christiania, Singha Beer, ALPFA (Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting), Beta Alpha Psi, Next in Line, Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce of Florida, and Texas de Brazil. “Some traditions take hundreds of years to develop, be accepted, and be embraced,” said Manny Matalon (MACC ’03, BACC ’00), president of the Business Alumni Chapter. “The message behind Night in Paradise is simple: FIU has a special place in the hearts of its alumni and of others in the community. This event helps us celebrate that love with a creative twist and to raise money for two very special causes as we kick off the holiday season. Top of Page | Home | Blog this |
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