Beauty Industry Icon Iman, Entertainment Lawyer L. Londell McMillan,
Entrepreneur Tina Wells and Gap Inc. to be honored;
Event Hosted by MTV News Correspondent SuChin Pak
April 6, 2005 (Press Release) --
NEW YORK, NY (April 6, 2005) – The Door, New York City’s premier youth development agency, announced today the honorees for its highly anticipated 3rd Annual “Opening Doors” Gala which will take place at Christie’s, located at 20 Rockefeller Plaza on Wednesday, April 20, 2005 at 6 PM.
Awards will be presented to Iman, beauty industry icon and Founder and CEO of IMAN Cosmetics, Fragrances & Skincare; L. Londell McMillan, Entertainment Attorney, Developer and Co-Founder of the Artist Empowerment Coalition; Tina Wells, CEO of Buzz Marketing Group; and Gap Inc. Each will be individually recognized for their outstanding contributions and ongoing efforts to empower and inspire New York City’s youth.
Hosted by MTV News Correspondent, SuChin Pak, this year’s Opportunity Rocks-themed gala will celebrate the dynamic and energizing role of the music program at The Door, where it is used as an educational, therapeutic and creative tool. The evening will feature a special musical performance by Door youth, in addition to award presentations for this year’s honorees.
“The Door’s ongoing mission is to empower and inspire the City’s underserved youth. We encourage young people to reach their potential by providing a comprehensive network of free and confidential services in a supportive and respectful environment,” said Michael H. Zisser, Ph.D., Executive Director of The Door. “Our Annual Gala is not only the most important fundraiser of the year, but is also an opportunity to recognize and thank those who support our mission. We look forward to a wonderful and memorable evening.”
The event is made possible by The Door’s charitable partners: MTV Networks, Marc Ecko—Sweat Equity Enterprise, Allen & Co., Chadbourne & Parke LLP, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, Caliber Capital Markets, Pfizer Inc., and AAR Partners. Tickets for the 3rd Annual “Opening Doors” gala can be purchased by contacting Elizabeth McKeveny at The Door, 212-453-0214.
To learn more about The Door or to obtain press credentials for the 3rd Annual “Opening Doors” Gala, please contact Tracy Nguyen or Rhett Usry at 5W Public Relations, 212.999.5585.
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ABOUT THE DOOR
Founded in 1972, The Door (www.door.org) provides a full range of integrated services at a single site, free of charge to any adolescent between the ages 12 and 21. With a special area of expertise is in helping older youth who have failed in school and the City's younger at-risk youth, The Door’s services include health care, education and career development, a broad range of arts programming, food and nutrition, legal assistance, and counseling. The Door served more than 7,300 low-income youth from all five boroughs during the last year alone.
Awards will be presented to Iman, beauty industry icon and Founder and CEO of IMAN Cosmetics, Fragrances & Skincare; L. Londell McMillan, Entertainment Attorney, Developer and Co-Founder of the Artist Empowerment Coalition; Tina Wells, CEO of Buzz Marketing Group; and Gap Inc. Each will be individually recognized for their outstanding contributions and ongoing efforts to empower and inspire New York City’s youth.
Hosted by MTV News Correspondent, SuChin Pak, this year’s Opportunity Rocks-themed gala will celebrate the dynamic and energizing role of the music program at The Door, where it is used as an educational, therapeutic and creative tool. The evening will feature a special musical performance by Door youth, in addition to award presentations for this year’s honorees.
“The Door’s ongoing mission is to empower and inspire the City’s underserved youth. We encourage young people to reach their potential by providing a comprehensive network of free and confidential services in a supportive and respectful environment,” said Michael H. Zisser, Ph.D., Executive Director of The Door. “Our Annual Gala is not only the most important fundraiser of the year, but is also an opportunity to recognize and thank those who support our mission. We look forward to a wonderful and memorable evening.”
The event is made possible by The Door’s charitable partners: MTV Networks, Marc Ecko—Sweat Equity Enterprise, Allen & Co., Chadbourne & Parke LLP, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, Caliber Capital Markets, Pfizer Inc., and AAR Partners. Tickets for the 3rd Annual “Opening Doors” gala can be purchased by contacting Elizabeth McKeveny at The Door, 212-453-0214.
To learn more about The Door or to obtain press credentials for the 3rd Annual “Opening Doors” Gala, please contact Tracy Nguyen or Rhett Usry at 5W Public Relations, 212.999.5585.
# # #
ABOUT THE DOOR
Founded in 1972, The Door (www.door.org) provides a full range of integrated services at a single site, free of charge to any adolescent between the ages 12 and 21. With a special area of expertise is in helping older youth who have failed in school and the City's younger at-risk youth, The Door’s services include health care, education and career development, a broad range of arts programming, food and nutrition, legal assistance, and counseling. The Door served more than 7,300 low-income youth from all five boroughs during the last year alone.
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