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  • Access Network in home stretch of 1,000 Kicks for Kids

    Access Network in home stretch of 1,000 Kicks for Kids

    Networking company aims to provide shoes for kids in need

    The company is trying to reach a stretch goal of 1,000 pairs of shoes for needy kids.  As families across the nation struggle with economic hardship, the holidays can be particularly difficult. To help families in need, Access Networks is bringing the entire integration community together for a fundraiser to provide children across the country with a pair of brand-new Nike shoes. To ensure that the donated shoes go to children who need them the most, they have teamed up with the national organization The Boys and Girls Club.

    Access Networks has set a fundraising goal of at least 1,000 pairs of shoes. For every $30 a pair of shoes can be donated, and for every pair donated by industry friends, Access Networks will match that generosity.

    The Nike Kicks for Kids Shoe Drive runs from November 2nd until the end of the year, and contributions can be made to a GoFundMe page. Details can be found on the Access Networks website www.accessnetworks.com/kicks-for-kids/.

    “In times when there are so many less fortunate than us, let’s band together as the powerful community that we are to make a difference. Not only will each donation help keep a child’s feet stay warm, but it may also be their only holiday gift and it will give them something to take pride in,” says Access Networks director of business development, Haley Patterson. “Let’s end the year with something that brings us together and gives us something to feel good about.”

    Individuals interested in donating to the Access Networks Nike Shoe Drive can visit https://www.accessnetworks.com/kicks-for-kids/.

  • AVIXA Women’s Council LA to host fundraiser for the Pasadena Celebrates 2020 Rose Parade Float

    The event celebrates the 100th anniversary of the women’s right to vote

    The AVIXA Women’s Council of Los Angeles is hosting a holiday mixer fundraiser for the Pasadena Celebrates 2020 Rose Parade Float celebrating the 100th anniversary of the women’s right to vote. The event will be held on Thursday, December 12 from 5pm-8pm at the Rosemont Pavilion in Pasadena, CA. 

    The holiday mixer fundraiser will feature a private tour of the Pasadena Celebrates 2020 Rose Parade Float as well as hands on experience in decorating the float. In addition, there will be a cocktail reception with food and beverages for attendees to enjoy while socializing and networking. 

    As part of the fundraiser there will be a raffle with the opportunity to win front row seats at the Rose Parade, a Viewsonic portable projector, and much more. In lieu of a registration fee, the hosts are asking for a donation of $20.20 to support the Pasadena Celebrates 2020 Rose Parade float by purchasing a yellow rose vial for friends or relatives to celebrate the victory in 1920.

    A special thank you to our sponsors ELB and TierPM AV/IT Workforce Solutions. There are still opportunities available to sponsor this event. If you are interested, please contact Susan Wilhite at 310-427-5383, swilhite@vipcinemaseating.com or Christina De Bono at (626) 253-2635, christina@cleartechmedia.com. 

  • Spinitar raises over $100 K for City of Hope

    California integrator raised more than $400,000 over last 5 years

    OCTOBER 30, 2019 — La Mirada, CA — On October 24th, 2019, Spinitar, with their guests and sponsors, raised a record-breaking $113,000 for the City of Hope Cancer Treatment and Research Center located in Southern California during Spinitar’s annual Golf for Hope charity event.

    Celebrating the five-year anniversary of Golf for Hope at Oak Creek Golf Club in Irvine, CA, Spinitar is proud to announce that they have raised more than $400,000 for the non-profit organization. 

    The sold-out event brought together AV industry partners, customers, family, and friends in the effort to raise awareness for those suffering from cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Guests who attended the event experienced a days’ worth of golf, friendly competitions, raffle and auction activities, awards ceremony, dinner, and a reception.  

    Spinitar mega putting contest
    Spinitar mega putting contest

    This year’s special guest speaker was City of Hope survivor, Tiffany Jones, who is a 47-year-old wife and mother of two children who was diagnosed with a very rare form of cancer, Dermafibrosarcosis Protuberans or DFSP, in 2013. Jones is a successful business owner whose hobbies include golf, rock climbing, and traveling.

    “Each year it is my honor to be among so many supportive friends and family as we all come together to raise awareness for cancer and diabetic research at City of Hope,” Said Spinitar Principal, Jay Rogina. “With several milestone memories made this year, including the heartfelt story from Tiffany Jones and her quest to becoming cancer-free, Spinitar is proud to give back to a cause much bigger than all of us.” 

    Also in attendance this year was celebrity guest Andy Buckley who is best known for his role on The Office, and LPGA Champion Amy Alcott. This year’s Diamond Sponsors included Crestron, Legrand AV, Planar Systems and Shure. The hole-in-one sponsor was Rusnak Land Rover of Anaheim Hills.

    “Thanks again to all of our sponsors, guests, and friends for coming out for a great day of fun and fundraising for the City of Hope and their efforts to fight and cure cancer and other life-threatening illnesses!” Said Spinitar Principal, Jeff Irvin.