Graduation of the LEAD Hampton Roads Signature Class of 2018
BRAVO! Celebration of Leadership Graduation of the Signature Class of 2018 Dear Class of 2018: Hard to believe, but in just 9 weeks we will celebrate your LEAD graduation at BRAVO!, a gala celebration of leadership that draws a “who’s who” of the region. We look forward to having a crowd of 400+ guests to toast your graduation. The LEAD Board of Trustees and staff are hard at work planning for a huge success.
Please assist us in making this a wonderful event by reviewing the following: Event Details: • Date: Thursday, May 31st • Location: The Norfolk Waterside Marriott • TIME: 4:30pm arrival for class (formal class photo will be made BEFORE the event) & 5:30 pm arrival for guests • There will be a short rehearsal for the presentation of awards ceremony. • Dress for the Class of 2018: BLACK TIE + boutonnieres/corsages (which we provide!). This distinguishes you as a 2018 honoree/ graduate. • Dress for guests: cocktail/After 5 attire. • The evening includes a reception, dinner, and awards program. • Class of 2018 members attend free of charge. Your spouse/date is offered a reduced rate of $75. (Cash bar.) Email Angela to reserve a seat for your Spouse/date. Advise if you will sit at a Class Table or with your company. • Stay late and celebrate! Your “TO DO” List:
Your attendance is essential! Mark your calendar! Send Angela your name as you wish it to appear on your award, in the program and in Press Releases ASAP if you have not already done so.. Begin forming your guest list. We encourage you to invite your company, friends, family and the members of the community boards you serve on. We will provide you with a “formal” invitation you can send by email. Encourage your company to reserve a corporate table or special sponsorship. (Sponsorship opportunities are attached). Have your company announce your graduation on social media, in company publications & in Inside Business. Looking forward to May31st! Help us make it great! Do not hesitate to call with any questions. 664-2528