
Annual Pat Glass Leadership Awards Luncheon
Date and Time
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST
?? Date: February 27th, 2025
? Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Doors open at 10:15 AM)
Location
?? Location: Manatee Performing Arts Center
502 3rd Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205
Fees/Admission
Members: $55
Nonmembers: 70
MYP: $55 (must be registered)
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Contact Information
Xtavia Bailey
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Description
Join Us for the Annual Pat Glass Leadership Award Luncheon
[Bradenton, FL] — The Pat Glass Leadership Award Luncheon returns for another inspiring year, celebrating individuals who exemplify exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to our community. This premier event recognizes those whose remarkable contributions have made a lasting impact through their dedication and service.
Guests will enjoy a delicious lunch provided by TLC Embellished Catering, featuring:
Appetizers: Italian Bruschetta (passed around)
Entrée: Chicken Marsala and NY Strip
Vegetable: Roasted Asparagus
Starch: Mashed Potatoes
Salad: Mixed Greens with Ranch and Balsamic Dressing
Bread: Dinner Rolls with Butter
Beverages: Water, Tea, and Unsweetened Tea
Join us for an afternoon of appreciation, inspiration, and community connection as we honor those making a difference in our midst. The Pat Glass Leadership Award Luncheon is more than an event—it’s a celebration of the collective strength and resilience that define our community.
Seats are limited, so reserve your spot today!
For more information and to register, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/8t3cjxu
2025 Pat Glass Leadership Award Honorees
Lifetime Achievement Award: Coach Eddie Shannon
Presidential Award: Representative Will Robinson | Florida House of Representatives District 71
Business Leadership Award: Craig Warzecha | Pirates & Marauders
First Responders Leadership Award:
- Chief George Turner | Longboat Key Police Department
- Lt. John Murrell | Manatee County Sheriff's Office
- Sgt. Ryan LaRowe | Palmetto Police Department
- Fire Marshal Rodney Kwiatkowski | West Manatee Fire Rescue District
- Ofc. Deana McNeal | Elder Fraud Unit, Bradenton Police Department
- Det. Jim Curulla | Elder Fraud Unit, Bradenton Police Department
Youth Advocate Leadership Award: Omar Edwards | Associate Director of Strategic Planning Initiatives,
School District of Manatee County
Educational Leadership Award: Doug Wagner | Director, Manatee Technical College
Media Visionary Leadership Award:
- Matt Walsh | CEO & Founder, Observer Media Group
- Bob Harrigan | Chief Meteorologist, WWSB ABC 7
- Darcie Duncan | Duncan Real Estate, Inc.
- Louis Goff
- Glen Gibellina | Founder, Uncontained 360
Philanthropy Leadership Award: Gail Baird Foundation