The Second Annual Sugar Soiree, in support of Congenital Hyperinsulinism International (CHI), took place in Hillsborough, California, on Friday, November 13, 2015. It was an evening dedicated to raising hyperinsulinism awareness and funds for research, education, and support.
The event took place at Carolands Chateau, a stunning mansion designed by renowned French Architect, Ernest Sanson. The grand home has been described as the Downton Abbey of California, and has been the subject of a PBS full length documentary. The philanthropic Johnson family donated the home to be used exclusively for charitable events and CHI is a lucky recipient, having been selected to hold its signature event at the Chateau. CHI is so grateful to the Carolands for sharing this beautiful home for the evening.
Guests at the event had the opportunity to explore the one of a kind house, visit with members of the CHI community, view the “Be My Sugar” Gallery designed by Sarah-Charlotte Browne, enjoy the cocktail party and silent auction organized by Anthea London, take pleasure in the Awards Ceremony and learn about the CHI Story and CHI Impact.
NPR Senior Editor, Julia McEvoy, was the MC for the evening and she eloquently shared the CHI Story. Elise Falk, Chairperson of the event committee, gave a warm welcome to CHI guests and presented the CHI awards together with CHI Executive Director, Julie Raskin. Davelyn Hood, MD, President of the Board of Directors of CHI, led the CHI Impact section of the program, which included a highly successful “impact” auction.
Recipients of the awards included:
• Sarah-Charlotte Browne receiving the “Be My Sugar” Public Awareness Award
• Sheila Bose and Rohit Kaul receiving the “Be My Sugar” Courage Award
• Paul S. Thornton, MD, Charles A. Stanley, MD, Diva D. Leon, MD, David A. Weinstein, MD, Neil H
White, MD, and Joseph L. Wolfsdorf, MD, receiving “Be My Sugar” Research Awards for developing
groundbreaking new guidelines for evaluating and managing hypoglycemia in infants. Deborah
Harris, PhD, Morey W. Haymond, MD, Khalid Hussain, MD, Lynne L. Levitsky, MD, Mohammad H.
Murad, MD, MPH, Paul J. Rozance, MD, Rebecca A. Simmons, MD, Mark A. Sperling, MD were
recipients as well, but were not able to attend the event.
• DexCom receiving the “Be My Sugar” Innovations in Glucose-sensing Award. Richard Doubleday,
Dexcom Chief Commercial Officer and Steve Pacelli, Executive Vice President of Strategy and
Corporate Development accepted the award.
The event committee was instrumental in creating such a beautiful evening. CHI thanks all members of the Event Committee:
Dr. Scott Adzick, Marge Anderson, Jessica Aronoff and Larry Sher, Carol and Gary Beck, Sheila Bose and Rohit Kaul, Leo Brown, Sarah-Charlotte and Justin Browne, Christen and Joe Byker, Elise and Jeff Falk, Dr. Richard S. and Rena Falk, Alexandra and Daniel Fallon, Dr. Evan Gedzelman, Dr. Stan and Bernice Gedzelman, Drs. Bret and Davelyn Hood, Abby Huntsman, Mame Huntsman, Gina and Martin Linsell, Brittany Lothe and Scott Bolick,Anthea London, Dr. Andrew Palladino, Julie Raskin and Mark Gross, Dr. Charles and Chris Stanley, Dr. Paul Thornton.
CHI is indebted to its sponsors for sponsoring the event and supporting CHI. The event would not have been possible without them.
PLATINUM SPONSORS
BioMarin
GOLD SPONSORS
Counsyl
Quest Diagnostics
Cook Children’s
Children’s Surgical Associates, Ltd., Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
SILVER SPONSORS
Richard and Rena Falk
Bernice and Stanley Gedzelman
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
XOMA
John and Pam Williams
VIP TABLE SPONSORS
Christian and Charles Stanley
TABLE SPONSORS
Xeris Pharmaceuticals
XOMA
CHI greatly appreciates the generous donations of all who purchased tickets or donated in honor of this event. CHI is so appreciative of the generous donation of talent from Prendel Company and Jason Naylor Design.
CHI is indebted to the One Brick Organization for providing volunteers to staff this event.
CHI is also so grateful to Christine Tan Photography and Shawn Anthony Fender Photography for the donation of their time and talent. We hope you enjoy this beautiful slideshow of their photographs of the event.
CHI thanks all the companies and individuals who contributed items to the Silent Auction:
Alan Shusterman Executive Coaching, Ann Scott Jewelry Designs, Anthea London, Aspen Jordan, Bill Christopher, Binita Mandal, Center for Orphan Diseases, University of Pennsylvania, Chimney Rock Winery, Christopher Ranch,Clos LaChance Winery, Corde Valle, Davide Bigazzi Studio & Gallery, Electronic Arts, Kalypso Creations, Katie Hinman, CuriOdyssey, Gail McMichael, Jack Knudsen, Jennifer Leitzes, Jewelry by Huifen Dunn, Marriott, Pamela Gavin, Poplar Creek Restaurant, Peninsula Family YMCA, Richelle Lampa, Sarah Charlotte-Browne, Stanley David Gedzelman, Susan Becker, The Taub Family, Talley Vineyards, and Village Vogue.
Have a look at the 2015 Sugar Soiree Slideshow.
