The Hope House Foundation joins and comments on the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

“What an exciting time to celebrate all that makes Hampton Roads great! Although this is long overdue, I wait in great anticipation to celebrate with my fellow community members who have contributed to the success of our region! Kudos, to all involved!”

Elena Montello Berry -
Development Director, Hope House Foundation, Norfolk, VA.
www.hope-house.org

Councilman Bob Dyer joins the executive supporters for the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

Councilman Bob Dyer joins the executive supporters for the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. Councilmember Bob Dyer is serving as a representative of the Virginia Beach City Council and represents the Centerville District. He currently serves as an assistant professor in the School of Government at Regent University, where he developed and now teaches in the health care policy and administration program. He earned his doctorate in organizational leadership from Regent University in 2001. Dyer served in the United States Marine Corps from 1968 to 1972. During his career, he worked as a practicing physical therapist, health care executive and business consultant, as well as college educator and administrator. Active with civic organizations, he is also a graduate of the Virginia Beach Citizen's Police Academy, Virginia Beach Citizen's Fire Academy, and the Virginia Beach Neighborhood Leadership and Development Program.

Dr. Juan Montero joins the executive supporters for the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

Dr. Juan Montero joins the executive supporters for the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. Dr. Juan Montero a leading, highly regarded retired general thoracic surgeon extends his support to the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. Dr. Montero is respected by his peers and community alike. He has received multiple awards throughout his career. He is the President of the AAHR (Asian Association of Hampton Roads) which is a non-profit organization founded to strengthen the Asian communities of Hampton Roads through cultural, economic, and social empowerment. Dr. Montero is currently leading teams of doctors to Third World nations with Physicians for Peace, and has founded a new branch of the organization dedicated to the work in the Philippines. Dr. Montero also created the Montero Foundation to encourage and assist medical students in their educational endeavors.

Suffolk Councilman Charles F. Brown joins the executive supporters for the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

Suffolk Councilman Charles F. Brown joins the executive supporters for the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.. Vice Mayor Charles F. Brown has been a member of the Suffolk City Council since 1994 and was Vice Mayor from 1996-2000. Prior to serving on City Council, Vice Mayor Brown was a member of the Suffolk Planning Commission and was appointed to the Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board of Commissioners.

Deirdre Love, The Founder and Executive Director of TWP (Teens with a Purpose) joins the executive supporters for the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

Deirdre Love, The Founder and Executive Director of TWP (Teens with a Purpose) joins the executive supporters for the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala. TWP is a local teens mentoring program that originally started as a non-profit organization in 1996 to provide HIV & STD prevention services to teens considered at risk for contracting HIV/AIDS. Today, TWP has grown to be a became a community based organization that supports youth and provides them with a platform to empower their peers to use their voices.

Local business owner comments on the Hampton Roads Gala.

"When I first heard that Hampton Roads will be having its first Gala, I was excited! For as long as I lived in Virginia (all my life), I never seen anyone have a gala to represent Hampton Roads. I am looking forward to this event, to have a lot of exposure and small to large business owners who will be celebrated during this event. Kudos to Hampton Roads Live for such a brilliant idea!"

Lavena Harris -
Owner, Unique Graphix, Virginia Beach, VA

The Chesapeake Care Free Clinic, one of the most comprehensive free medical clinics in the country has come on board with the 2011 Hampton Roads Gala.

The Chesapeake Care Free Clinic is pleased to show their support for the Hampton Roads Gala. This non-profit clinic is one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in the country. The 6,600 sq. ft., medical facility in Chesapeake, VA provides free health care services to individuals who may be employed or just may not have enough income to be able to afford health care on their own and who don’t qualify for other assistance programs. The clinic relies heavily on volunteers including physicians, dentists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, hygienists, pharmacists, nurses and medical assistants. Even when an outside referral is necessary, a strong network of volunteer professionals willingly and regularly provide specialty care and consultations at no charge. The participation of area hospitals is also a critical component of their program as well as partnerships with many other healthcare facilities and community agencies.