SIP 2009
May 29th, 2009
The Wall Street Alphas Charitable Foundation (WSACF) hosted their 5th Annual Wine Tasting Event known as SIP! at the Greenberg Lounge. There were approximately 300 people in attendance and this year’s event raised over $8100 to provide ongoing financial support for the WSACF programs and most notably for the Alpha GENTS (Gaining Essential Networking Tools for Success) program. This years event was sponsored in part by Jones Lang LaSalle. Guests dined on hors d’oeuvres while sampling red and white wines from Carolina Brands, Premium Liqueur and Sake from TY KU, Delpech Fougerat Pineau des Charentes (Red & White wines) and Pour Moi -Cognac VSOP from JTE Spirits, and Bulldog Gin. The musical entertainment for the evening was provided by Allgood and Company.
Additionally, all guests had the opportunity to purchase items in the silent auction led by Triple Crown Sports and cigars from Cigar Smokers Paradise. At the conclusion of the evening, guests were given a gift bag that included a small bottle of wine, cheese & crackers, Black Enterprise magazine, and other information. Special thanks to the committee: Bros Damon Culcleasure, Eric Hamilton, Ted Ingram, Jamel Maloney, Mel Myrie, Jesse Owens, Brandon Ray, Lino Solis, Tony Thompson, Dwight Tindall, and Derrick Weatherspoon.
“Though I wasn’t at the event, I heard VERY good things about the people there, the ambience, and the quality of the gin (ha!ha!) We felt privileged to be a part of it. Let’s keep in touch for future events.”Anshuman Vohra, CEO Bulldog Gin Company.
