Denise Rich- Founder of Gabrielles Angels

Listen to “Gabrielles Children, Crane Club at 7pm (85 10th Ave, New York, NY 10011). The Young Angels Gala, sponsored by Cantor” on Spreaker.

Honoree – Kyle Lutnick serves as Executive Vice Chairman of Cantor Fitzgerald, L.P. and has been a Director of Newmark Group, Inc. since February 2025. Most recently Lutnick served as Global Managing Director of Knotel, Inc., Newmark’s flexible office and workspace business and prior was Knotel’s General Manager of UK & EMEA and Vice President of Business Development. Previously, Lutnick was a member of Newmark’s market-leading retail advisory team, where he advised clients in New York City, one of the most dynamic commercial markets in the world.  Lutnick graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Stanford University.

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Honoree – Ms. Andrea DiNunzio.
With over 20 years in the beauty industry, Ms. DiNunzio has driven growth and profitability for Fortune 500 and Private Equity-backed companies including L’Oréal, Laura Mercier, and Neutrogena. Currently General Manager of Ultra-Luxury Skincare and Fragrance at Coty USA, she is accelerating the company’s skincare platform. Her previous leadership roles include President of Lashify, where she doubled sales in 12 months, CEO of Dermaflash, and General Manager of North America for Iluminage Beauty, where she led successful turnarounds. Her expertise spans strategic planning, P&L management, marketing, product development, customer insights, sales leadership, and building brands across DTC, Mass, Prestige, Social, and TV Retail channels. Known for cultivating high-performance teams and empowering next-gen leaders through organizations like CEW and Chief, she holds a BA in Biology, an MBA from the University of Virginia, and is a Pew Foundation genetics research grant recipient.

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Oysters by East Hampton Oyster Shucker

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Athenna Crosby, Ms. World America

BIANCA PETERS, FOX5 NEWS ANCHOR, TO HOST GABRIELLE’S ANGEL FOUNDATION’S YOUNG ANGELS GALA on June 23, 2025

Honorees include longtime supporter Kyle Lutnick, Executive Vice Chairman of Cantor Fitzgerald, L.P. and Andrea DiNunzio, General Manager of Ultra-Luxury Skincare and Fragrance of Coty USA

New York, NY (May 20, 2025) – Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research announced today that Bianca Peters will host their upcoming Young Professionals Committee’s Young Angels Gala on June 23, 2025 at the Crane Club at 7pm (85 10th Ave, New York, NY 10011). The Young Angels Gala, sponsored by Cantor Fitzgerald, Tommy Bahama, LVH Global is an event born from the desire of young professionals to give back and make a difference in the fight against cancer. All proceeds from The Young Angels Gala will benefit Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation’s music therapy programs and cancer research.

Guests at the event will enjoy an evening of cocktails, connection, and impact in support of blood cancer research. Now in its 7th year, this dynamic event brings together New York’s emerging philanthropists, change makers, and industry leaders to continue the legacy of founder Denise Rich, who created the foundation in memory of her daughter Gabrielle, who lost her life to leukemia. The evening will feature music by DJ Chloe Jane along with other exciting surprises and notable guests. Tickets can be purchased at https://gabriellesangels.org/events-dates/ypc-gala/.

Other fun features at the event will include Oysters by East Hampton Oyster Shucker, a lil sweet treats candy cart underwritten by Double O Fragrance, live illustrations by artist Deanna First and celebrity magician and mentalist Josh Pele. Guests will be treated to cocktails and wines sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Pernod Richard, The Macallan, LALO Tequila, Tres Chicon, Wolffer Estates, Hamptons Muse and Spring 44 Gin.

To aid in the fundraising the YPC will put together an incredible art and silent auction, opening on June 11 (till June 27th) available at https://onecau.se/_9fp6y1  featuring experiences, artwork and luxury items including an all-inclusive trip to the stunning Impression Isla Mujeres, luxury items from Jimmy Choo, L’AGENCE, Alice + Olivia, a 3 -night stay in a beautiful ocean view room at Round Hill Hotel Jamaica, as well as two custom painted Heller Furniture chairs by artists Ross Pino and Jason Naylor and so much more!

“Our young professionals are the hope for the future. Their passion, purpose, and drive ensure that the legacy of love and the pursuit of a cancer free future lives on. My daughter, Gabrielle would be so proud.” – Denise Rich

FOUNDING CHAIRS of the event include Ayaan Ahmed, Becca Morris, Hugh Barton, Louie Torrellas, and Lydia Maltseva.

CO-CHAIRS for this year’s event are Alana Kramer, Aleksandra Sasha Tikhomirova, Alex Pita, Alex Ulsvgard, Anjali Peddanna, Danielle Rutigliano, Eugenia Bullock, Fer Da Silva, Isabella Sylvester, Jason Naylor, Julia Lindenthal, Julio Galvez, Kayla Rich Kilstock, Kyle Persaud, Lauren Summa, Nancy Moeller, Nicoletta Kolpakov, Ross Pino, Shirin Lotfi, and Vikrant Patel.

The HOST COMMITTEE members are Alexandrea LaFata, Adriana T. Ingenito, Anne Li Caleb Brenes, Christina Lo, Eric Lerner, Gabe Galper, Heather Grabin, Jade Walk, Jagger Walk, Jesse Walk, Juanito Renato, Kemi Areke, Lindsay Karp, and Mareli Maemets.

More About This Year’s Honorees

Kyle Lutnick serves as Executive Vice Chairman of Cantor Fitzgerald, L.P. and has been a Director of Newmark Group, Inc. since February 2025. Most recently Lutnick served as Global Managing Director of Knotel, Inc., Newmark’s flexible office and workspace business and prior was Knotel’s General Manager of UK & EMEA and Vice President of Business Development. Previously, Lutnick was a member of Newmark’s market-leading retail advisory team, where he advised clients in New York City, one of the most dynamic commercial markets in the world.  Lutnick graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Stanford University.

With over 20 years in the beauty industry, Ms. DiNunzio has driven growth and profitability for Fortune 500 and Private Equity-backed companies including L’Oréal, Laura Mercier, and Neutrogena. Currently General Manager of Ultra-Luxury Skincare and Fragrance at Coty USA, she is accelerating the company’s skincare platform. Her previous leadership roles include President of Lashify, where she doubled sales in 12 months, CEO of Dermaflash, and General Manager of North America for Iluminage Beauty, where she led successful turnarounds. Her expertise spans strategic planning, P&L management, marketing, product development, customer insights, sales leadership, and building brands across DTC, Mass, Prestige, Social, and TV Retail channels. Known for cultivating high-performance teams and empowering next-gen leaders through organizations like CEW and Chief, she holds a BA in Biology, an MBA from the University of Virginia, and is a Pew Foundation genetics research grant recipient.

About Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research

Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research funds the best and brightest early career scientists whose research focuses on finding less toxic treatments for patients with leukemia, lymphoma, and related blood cancers.  Since its inception in 1996, the Foundation has funded more than $45 million dollars in grants making it one of the largest non-governmental sources of grant support to blood cancer research in the nation. On average, eight-eight cents of every dollar raised directly funds research. For over twenty-five years, the Foundation has honored Gabrielle’s legacy by funding the boldest, most cutting-edge ideas in cancer research.

On Twitter @CureCancerNow

On Facebook & Instagram @GabriellesAngels and @GabriellesYoungAngels

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The Viennese Opera Ball hosted their Swing Dinner Dance Gala, “The Golden Age” at a private club in Manhattan. Due to the events of the past year, the gala was scaled down from previous years with limited capacity but was a great return of the extravagant affair. The Viennese Opera Ball is a nonprofit association under Section 501(c)(3) and celebrated under the auspices of the US Austrian Chamber of Commerce. The Gala Chair for the evening was philanthropist Jean Shafiroff. Each year, it supports charitable projects that are connected to communities in New York or Vienna. The proceeds of the Swing Dinner Dance benefited the Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research.

The Gala took place with the support of City of Vienna and the Honorary Gala Chair, Governor & Mayor of Vienna The Honorable Michael Ludwig, Consul General of Austria in New York The Honorable Helene Steinhaeusl, and the Director of the Austrian Cultural Forum New York Michael Haider.

Notable attendees included: President of the Viennese Opera Ball Silvia Frieser, event chair and philanthropist Jean Shafiroff, Consul General of Austria in New York The Honorable Helene Steinhaeusl, Director of the Austrian Cultural Forum New York Michael Haider, Hubert Heiss, Yoko Nakamura-Haider, Martin Shafiroff, Malan Breton, Scott Stone, Ana Stone, Eve Brookville, Sabine Riglos, Victoria Whipple, Paula Mahoney, Nelli Hantman, Imke Gerdes, Barbara Wennerholm, David Hochberg, Pamela O’Connor, Michele Herbert, Emily Mohr, Cole Rumbough, Sessa Von Richthofen, Richard Johnson.

The black-tie event was a change up to their traditional Opera Ball with the swing dance party theme. The music for the evening was provided by the Misha Piatigorsky Trio, with Misha Piatigorsky on piano, Benny Benack III singing and playing trumpet, Sergei Avanesov on Saxophone, and Singer Kennedy.

There was a silent auction during gala with proceeds also benefiting Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research. While some items closed for the night so winners can take home their prize, others are still available to bid on until Monday, November 1, 2021. Visit vob2021.givesmart.com to make a bid and for more information.

For hi-res images, visit: https://bit.ly/3Fr0yYS
Photo credit Patrick McMullan; and Rob Rich Society Allure. See individual photos for credit

Full albums:
www.patrickmcmullan.com/events/61723da5a2ea4b34b4000001/

www.societyallure.com/Charity-Benefit/Manhattan/Viennese-Opera-Ball-Dinner-Dance-Gala-NYC/

About Viennese Opera Ball
The Viennese Opera Ball, an annual white-tie charity gala celebrates the cultural and economic relationships between Austria and America, connecting two continents, two cities and two centuries in one glamorous night. It was founded by Austrians immigrating to the United States 66 years ago and is a tribute to both their former hometown Vienna and their host city, New York.

Considered the most prestigious and oldest Viennese ball outside of Vienna, the gala draws an international audience that includes diplomats and dignitaries, international corporations, and professionals. Performances by Metropolitan opera singers, the Viennese Opera Ball orchestra, ballet performances, the West Point color guard, midnight Quadrille and many more surprises contribute to a glamorous and delightful night.

Each year, the Viennese Opera Ball supports charitable projects connected to the communities in New York and Vienna.

For more information, please visit: vienneseoperaball.com.
Facebook: @vienneseoperaball
Instagram: @vienneseoperaball
#vienneseoperaball #vobny

PRESS CONTACT (Viennese Opera Ball, Jean Shafiroff):
Norah Lawlor | Lawlor Media Group | www.lawlormediagroup.com
Norah@lawlormediagroup.com | Tel: (212) 967-6900

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Register for the meditation at www.unify.org

Dear Friends,

Our colleagues and partners at Unify.org are joining forces with We, The World Advisory Board Member Deepak Chopra to hold a Global Peace Meditation featuring Deepak, Gabrielle Bernstein and India Arie on August 8th starting promptly at 12noon (Eastern Time, USA)!

This global gathering launches a series of events, actions, other meditations, broadcasts and campaigns with many participating peace organizations leading up to 11 Days of Global Unity Sept 11-21 and theInternational Day of Peace September 21st.

We invite you to co-create this August 8th Global Synchronized Meditation for Peace with people around the world! The Chopra team has engaged The Guinness Book of World Records and the goal is to exceed 100,000 registrations. Please spread the word!

Rick Ulfik
Founder of We, The World and the WE Campaign – WE.net
11 Days of Global Unity (2014 is the 10th Anniversary!) – www.11DaysOfGlobalUnity.org
11 Ways to Change the World – WE.net/11themes

A Message from the Chopra Center:

Global Meditation for Peace
The largest synchronized meditation in history!
Get ready to join thousands around the world to set the collective intention for peace. Make sure to invite your friends so they can be part of this historic event, too.
And don’t forget to sign in Friday August 8th right at 12 pm EDT. The live broadcast will appear as soon as you sign in, but you must stay tuned in for the full broadcast for your participation to count towards our Guinness World Record. Plus, you don’t want to miss India Arie’s performance that’ll set the stage for peace around the world.
We look forward to meditating with you Friday August 8th at 12 pm EDT.

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