Beach Development Group comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

Beach Development Group comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. Beach Development Group is a small, woman owned, VaSwam Certified business formed in 2006 to develop unique commercial properties in strategic areas. BDG's mission is to design projects with quality, innovation and vision- in other words, create sustainable developments for the future. Their inventive team of professionals in the trades of brokerage, construction, architecture, engineering and legal counsel ensure they can deliver the most leading edge designs, employ the most technologically advanced materials and provide the most sustainable, cost efficient utilization of land. Additionally, they endeavor to build close professional relationships with the developmental agencies with which they conduct business to make certain they meet the objectives of their comprehensive plans.

Beach Development Group is also undertaking a very exciting mixed use development project in the Hampton Roads Area, entitled AsiaTown.

Frankie's Ribs comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

Frankie's Ribs comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. Frankie's has been a favorite of Virginia Beach since the 1980's. Frankie's offers some of the best ribs and home cooked dishes in the Hampton Roads area. They have a spacious restaurant in a relaxed environment and enjoy the food you love. Don't forget Frankie’s has two separate rooms that can accommodate groups of 30 to 100.

Shockley's Sweet Shoppe comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

Shockley's Sweet Shoppe comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. Shockley's creates custom cakes and desserts for your special occasion. They they have been featured several times in VOW Bride Magazine, and The WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, announced Shockley’s Sweet Shoppe was selected as the 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards™ winner for their professional wedding cake services.

FritzPro Music, Inc. comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

FritzPro Music, Inc. comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. FritzPro Music, Inc. is a full service music consulting firm, serving all of Hampton Roads. They are specialists in the events industry and as such, understand that each event is unique and requires personal attention and flexibility. They will learn about your event and your vision for the entertainment that will provide the perfect atmosphere and then they will custom design a group to bring that vision to life. They offer jazz combos and classical chamber groups, as well as a larger show band for dances and spotlight performances. If you are looking for something a bit unusual, be sure to ask about their partner companies who specialize in Celtic Ensembles, Themed Events, Colonial Music, and Solo Performers.

Local business owner comments on the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

"I just wanted to take this moment to express my excitement for the upcoming Hampton Roads Gala. I think the experience allows new businesses like mine the ability to capitalize on media exposure that would not otherwise be obtainable. I think that the ability to meet established business owners and other professional residents of Hampton Roads lends itself for new and exciting opportunities to branch out and meet other businesses like mine to share ideas. When approached with the proposition of becoming a gala participant I was concerned that my business would be lost amongst a crowd of more established insurance companies or brushed aside due to my lack of business tenure. It was a pleasure to speak with a gala representative who from the start eased my worries and gave me assurance that 123ABC Insurance will be a valuable component of The Gala. The Gala is offering a wealth of benefits, including but not limited to: Social Media, Commercials, Television Interviews, and Website Branding just to name a few. I look forward to the days following up to the Gala as I believe it will open up new doors and avenues that I would never have considered about opening up and take that next step that is needed to become a successful and thriving business for years to come."

Ava Ryan -
Owner
123 ABC Insurance
www.123abcinsurance.net

Local publishing company comments on the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

"Darden Publishing with Living in Hampton Roads and Hampton Roads BRAVO magazines are proud to be a sponsor of the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. This one of a kind event will ultimately compliment our Mission. Our Quality of Life is one of the best in the United States with the ultimate variety of choices our local communities provide for business and the families residing here in Chesapeake, Franklin, Gloucester, Hampton, Isle of Wight, James City, Newport News, Norfolk, Poquoson, Portsmouth, Smithfield, Southampton, Suffolk, Surry, Virginia Beach, Williamsburg or York that make up this great region we call Hampton Roads, Virginia."

Paul Darden -
Publisher
Darden Publishing
www.DardenPublishing.net

Local business owner comments on the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

"Ice Art has been fortunate to participate in so many interesting and important local events over the past 20 years, but we cannot recall any being geared toward the entire region. Hampton Roads getting together for one big gala is a terrific concept ! This is going to be a spectacular evening, with so many talented and generous people, businesses and organizations on board already! We are honored to have been asked to take part and look forward to a successful, great big event!"

- Steve & Andrea Latham
Ice Art, Inc
www.iceartva.com

Hospice Alliance of Hampton Roads comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

Hospice Alliance of Hampton Roads comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. The Hospice Alliance of Hampton Roads is a Virginia non-profit organization whose mission is to bring together the people and businesses of the Hampton Roads community for the charitable support of hospice care education and services. We provide education programs, community outreach, and a guiding hand to those seeking a more compassionate approach to end of life care.

Arch Entertainment Company comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

Arch Entertainment Company comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. Arch Entertainment Company specializes in wedding reception entertainment. They have been recognized for their talent and ability by "Brides Choice" in 2010, and again in 2011 by WeddingWire.com. They have also been recognized as "Best of 2010" and "Best of 2011" by The Knot Magazine. Arch Entertainment is currently recommended as a preferred vendor by many local photographers, florists, coordinators, and videographers, as well as most of Hampton Roads finest venues.

Ice Art Inc. comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

Ice Art Inc. comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. They have been creating custom designed, hand-carved ice sculptures for twenty two years. Ice Art of Virginia proudly specializes in hand carved, custom designed ice sculptures. They offer delivery to Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Hampton, the Peninsula, Williamsburg, the Outer Banks, northeastern North Carolina, the Eastern Shore and Richmond, Petersburg area. They can create a wide variety of designs from logos, bars and luges, to centerpiece ice sculptures for weddings, the military, and more.

Hampton Roads BRAVO comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

Hampton Roads BRAVO comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. Hampton Roads Bravo is a bi-annual regional cultural arts magazine, that has been launched by Darden Publishing in partnership with the Cultural Alliance of Greater Hampton Roads.

Living In Hampton Roads comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala

Living In Hampton Roads comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. Living In Hampton Roads is an annual regional resource guide for the Southeastern part of Virginia named Hampton Roads and provides a taste of Virginia’s wonder and delight.

The TRAVELHOST of Virginia Beach comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

The TRAVELHOST of Virginia Beach comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. TRAVELHOST of Virginia Beach magazine offers travelers and residents a guide and resources of where to dine, shop, explore, relax and have fun in Hampton Roads.

Local music production group comments on the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

"Our group is looking forward to celebrating such a wonderful event. What a fantastic way to meet and greet all of Hampton Roads in one place by enjoying an evening of great food, entertainment and fun in an awesome atmosphere. The date of June 14th can’t come quick enough for us. We are delighted to share that evening with some wonderful people, organizations and businesses. It is such an honor to be a proud corporate sponsor for the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala and we are anticipating next year’s event to be even more successful and plan to be on board in 2012."

Eternity Music Production -
Suffolk, Va

The Asian Association of Hampton Roads comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

The Asian Association of Hampton Roads comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. The Asian Association of Hampton Roads is a non-profit organization whose mission is to strengthen the Asian communities of Hampton Roads through cultural, economic, and social empowerment.

The Church Guide comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

The Church Guide comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. The Church Guide is monthly newspaper providing information to the Christian community of Hampton Roads. The Church Guide distributes 12,000 -15,000 issues throughout the Hampton Roads area.

123ABC Insurance comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

123 ABC Insurance comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. 123 ABC Insurance provides a wide variety of insurance choices for their customers in the Hampton Roads area. They offer homeowners, renters, auto, business, and special event insurance and more. They have over 13 years of experience in the industry, and they work with a number of the top insurance companies including: Progressive, GMAC, Travelers, OMNI, Hagerty, Assurant, Foremost, USI, Dairyland, Victoria, Unitrin, and more.

RYMS Photography comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

RYMS Photography comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. RYMS provides professional, quality photos for weddings, models, corporate events, family portraits and more. The photographers at RYMS make sure their clients memories are captured with the beauty and elegance they deserve. From commercial advertising photography to weddings, portraits and senior photos and more we strive to be the premier one stop shop for all of Hampton Roads Photography. Our staff of professionals strive to make every photos session comfortable and enjoyable. Our work has been showcased around the world from London, England to Hollywood, California.

Patient Aide Home Care comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

Patient Aide Home Care comes on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. Patient Aide Home Care has a team of Nurses, CNA's, Medical Technicians, LPN's and Personal Care Assistants to provide home care services for their patients in the privacy of their own home. Patient Aide nurses can provide support services 24 hours a day / 7 days a week.

Local business comments about the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

"As a Wife and Mother of 2 family members, Active duty and retired Navy personal. We’ve enjoyed calling Hampton Roads Home. We are also very excited to be a part of the First Annual Hampton Roads Gala. What a great way to celebrate the businesses of Hampton Roads. "

Margaret Clark -
CEO, Patient Aide Home Care Inc.
www.patientaidehomecare.com

Local non-profit comments about the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

"The Noblemen are excited about your approach to an event that celebrates our region. The energy Hampton Roads Gala is generating is infectious and we look forward to doing our part to make it successful."

Al Midgett -
Founder / CEO
The Noblemen
www.thenoblemen.org