Noah Danby, our MC for the evening's festivities is a Canadian actor, is known for his roles in action and science fiction genres, including the films Riddick and The Tuxedo, as well as the TV series Defiance and Bitten. He is also an acting coach and runs LB Acting Studio in Toronto.
Edi Shimonov, our evening’s DJ and musically entertainer is a singer, songwriter, producer and composer who also plays the Saxophone. Edi’s musical journey began from a very young age and at the age of 10, he won on a TV talent show called “Bravo” in Israel.
The Banquet Room at the Americana Conference Resort provides the perfect venue for our event, and each guest will get a choice of appetizer, entré and dessert along with a complimentary glass of red or white wine from our sponsors Queenstone Mile Winery or Reif Estate Winery.
The night's Big Event, our Fashion show features globally recognized designer and is presented to benefit Gillian's Place, one of Ontario's first shelters for survivors of abuse and violence. Gillian’s Place has been providing safe refuge and programs to help break the cycle of violence for over 40 years.
Honorary Dr Hailey Patry, our Keynote Speaker, is Your True Happiness Coach & Relationship Repair Specialist. She has spoken for over 2.5 million audience members, is a #1 international bestselling author, and 1 of her 6 books called “Happy Love”, is your guide to healthy and safe relationships. Once a divorced single mom leaving domestic violence, she is now happily married with 3 boys, and has a story of hope for us tonight.
The Greg Frewin illusion spectacle is one of Niagara Falls top draws. A breath-taking, Vegas style night-out that features illusions that are both one of a kind and internationally renowned. Join our International Grand Champion of Magic, as he gives us all a taste of what an evening spent in his company can provide… disbelief, and pure entertainment.
Hollywood Producer Donna Smith has had her hand in a number of notable films from Raging Bull and The Terminator early in her career through her role as the first female President of Physical Production and Post Production at Universal Pictures where she oversaw the release of 120 films including Academy Award winner Schindler’s List, Jurassic Park, Scent of a Woman, Casino, Back to the Future and Apollo 13.
Donna Smith recently served as CEO and President of Cinema Completions International which underwrites movies helping bring such notable films as Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, Batman & Robin, L.A. Confidential, Lethal Weapon and The Matrix Trilogy to market.
Jey will welcome back to the stage some of the outstanding designers, models and talent from the evening to recognize and reward their part in engaging our audience and helping empower our partner, Gillian's Place.
Ending with a Graeme Dargavel, the Director of Development and Communications at Gillian's Place and our host Elyza Valdez, who will both share a bit of personal insight into how vital Gillian's Place is in the Niagara Region, while thanking all in attendance both on stage and off for their support, ending the evening on a high note.
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