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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Event Chairs Allen and Amy Nelson, from left, with Honorary Chairs Mary and Billy Warren. Photo by AtlantaPhotographers.com
More than 300 patrons attended the 24th annual Preservation Ball, benefiting The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation.
The event was Feb. 2 at the the Atlanta History Center. Themed Big Band Blowout, the bash honored President and CEO Greg Paxton for his 27 years with the organization. Event chairs were Allen and Amy Nelson. Honorary chairs were Mary and Billy Warren.
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Merv Rudner, from left, Randy Martinez, Susan Alexandera and Robert Alexander. Photo by Mia McCorkle, JTM Photography
Emerald Wealth Management hosted a Jan. 24 fundraiser for CURE at Kolo Collection’s Westside showroom. The event raised more than $14,000 for CURE, dedicated to research, education and support of young cancer patients and their families. Info: www.curechildhoodcancer.org.
Guests enjoyed a spread from Chef Tim Williams’ Dantannas Surf and Turf while bidding on silent action and raffle items like included floor seats for a Hawks game, a week in a Tuscan Villa, Masters tickets, and jewelry from Solomon Brothers.
More than 150 people attended, including Mark Aycock, CFO of Emory Hospital; Dr. Angelo Galante of Georgia Tech Sports Medicine, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Phillips, Kolo Collection Owners; Michelle and Greg Martin; and Solomon Brothers’ general manager Robert Alexander and wife Susan.
Steve Kee served as master of ceremonies. Merv Rudner and Randy Martinez are founding partners or Emerald Wealth Management.
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