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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s 2016 “Service to Mankind” Recipient

Steven Longo Mr. Steven Longo, Chief Operating Officer of the Benchmark Group is the recipient of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) 2016 “Service to Mankind” Award. Steve was chosen for his leadership and dedication to advancing LLS’s mission: to cure leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, Hodgkin’s disease, and to improve the quality of life of patients and their families. Steve received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting at Canisius College and his Masters of Business Administration Degree at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He began volunteering with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in 1998. Throughout the years, Steve has worked on our Light the Night Walk in Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse, in addition to the Gelatin Splash and Man & Woman of the Year. He is an active member of the Executive Committee. As Treasurer of the Chapter, a role he has held for many years, Steve helps by providing leadership and guidance in the Finance area. Steve is a great volunteer for our Chapter, doing whatever he can to help advance our mission. His dedication, compassion and willingness to lead by example is amazing, and his generous contribution of time, talent, and treasury is greatly appreciated by all our patients who benefit from his efforts. Steve resides in Amherst with his wife Kelly and has two daughters, Brittany and Natalie. Past recipients of this most prestigious local award are Michael Huntress, Norman Orlowski, Jr., Lois Cropp, RN, Dennis Dintino, Michael Faso, John Rodgers, Paul Nanula, Michael Cropp, MD, William Huntress, Martin Brecher, MD, Jack Quinn, Gerard Mazurkiewicz, Marsha Henderson, Richard Penfold, Richard Ryan, Ralph Macey, Jr., Jacquie Walker, Larry Castellani, Roy Lever, Patrick Lee, the late Bernard Kennedy, the late Reverend James Demske, the late Robert Rich, Sr., Jim Kelly, the late Frank Ciminelli, and the late Seymour Knox, III. The Western & Central New York Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is proud to honor Steven Longo for his dedication in making a difference in the lives of local blood cancer patients and their families, and for his service to our community, with this year’s “Service to Mankind” award.

Welcome to the Diamond Ball Dear Friends and Supporters of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society,

Martin & Janeen Burruano 2016 Diamond Ball Chairs

Thank you for coming together for the 24th Annual Diamond Ball to celebrate the advances we have made in the fight to eradicate blood cancers. Special thanks to our generous sponsors, attendees and the entire community. The progress that has been made to develop a cure for blood cancers would not have been possible without you, and we truly appreciate your commitment to this worthwhile cause. This years’ Service to Mankind Award will be presented to Steven J. Longo of The Benchmark Group for his leadership and selfless dedication to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Tonight, we will also honor many individuals who are involved in the efforts to find a cure our volunteers, supporters, researchers, physicians, and the many families, friends and neighbors who have been touched by leukemia, lymphoma or any of the blood cancers. Their commitment is truly inspirational. On behalf of The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, I would like to thank each of you for your continued support. I hope you enjoy this special evening filled with wonderful music, food and friendship, knowing that the financial success of the Diamond Ball will continue to advance The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s mission to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma. Together we will continue to fight to improve the quality of life for patients and their families.

Martin and Janeen Burruano Vice President, Pharmacy Services, Independent Health Member, Board of Trustees Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Western & Central New York Chapter

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s 24th Annual Diamond Ball Saturday, February 27, 2016 Cocktails/Hors d’oeuvres/Silent Auction and entertainment by Gary Quatrani .……...6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Silent Auction Closes ..………………………….8:45 p.m. Master of Ceremonies ......................................Jacquie Walker Welcome ............................................................Martin & Janeen Burruano Invocation …………………………….……..…….Fr. Robert Orlowski Dinner .................................................................8:00 p.m. Diamond Winner ................................................Todd Scanlon “Service To Mankind” Ceremony .....................LLS Ambassadors “Service to Mankind” Recipient .......................Steven Longo Guest Speaker ………………………………...…..Michele & Rachel Chapuis Winner of Special Drawing ................................Martin & Janeen Burruano Dancing until Midnight .......................................New York Rockin Revue

Menu For The Evening Cocktail Reception

“Diamonds are a girl's best friend and a man's worst enemy!" by Author Unknown Brilliant cut Diamond ice sculptures complimented by an array of dazzling delectable jewels of culinary delight. Stimulating and preparing your palate for the main course. Baby Shrimp & Ricotta cheese purses, Mediterranean cheese quesadillas, Chef station carving Beef Tenderloin with garlic crostini diamonds and accompanied by Pesto, Bèarnaise & Beef Rosemary demi-glace are a few of the jewels to begin your dining experience.

Dinner

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Diamond Entrée

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Dessert

“A diamond is a chunk of coal that is made good under pressure.” by Henry Kissinger

Chef Flambè Station

Banana Foster, Cherries Jubilee, Lemon Crepes with Whipped Cream

WESTERN & CENTRAL NEW YORK CHAPTER BOARD OF TRUSTEES BOARD CHAIR

Tom Lillis, Senior Vice President, Bank of America VICE CHAIR

Michael L. Bradley, NOCO Inc. Lois Cropp, RN Legal Nurse Consultant Norman Orlowski, Jr., Erie Niagara Insurance Assn.

TREASURER

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SECRETARY

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Michael Faso

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Daniel Dintino, Jr. Richard Ryan

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Nancy Hails

DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Luann Burgio

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CORPORATE TABLES CHAIRS Michael Faso

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Deputy Executive Director Luann Burgio

Mistress of Ceremonies

Jacquie Walker

Jacquie Walker is celebrating her 33rd year as news anchor at WIVB-TV Channel 4… the only woman in Buffalo broadcasting who has celebrated this milestone at one television station. She anchors News 4 at 5 & 6 and the #1 rated News 4 at 11 p.m. For her outstanding career, Jacquie was inducted into the Buffalo Broadcasters’ Hall of Fame in 2011. The Buffalo Excellence in Media Awards selected her as ‘Television Personality of the Year’ in 2012. Buffalo Business First has named Jacquie among the most influential people in WNY. Jacquie has been a dedicated volunteer for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society for decades. She served as a longtime co-host of the Leukemia Televent and says she has had the true pleasure of watching many of the young patients who appeared on those early telethons grow up to become healthy young adults. It’s a testament to how your donations for blood cancer research are saving lives. Almost from the beginning, Jacquie has been emcee of our annual Diamond Ball. In 1999, her dedication to the fight against Leukemia and Lymphoma was honored with the prestigious Service to Mankind Award. Jacquie truly believes in serving others through community volunteerism. She has received major awards from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Kevin Guest House, Rotary Club, National Conference for Community and Justice and other charitable organizations. For the past 7 years, the Buffalo chapter of the American Association of University Women has presented a $5,000 scholarship in Jacquie’s honor to a local college student. Jacquie’s work has been recognized with dozens of journalism awards, fifteen Emmy nominations, and the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Communications. She is proud to be on the News 4 team that earned two National Edward R. Murrow Awards for coverage of the tragic crash of Flight 3407 in 2009. In 2012, she anchored live coverage from Canada as Nik Wallenda completed his historic wire-walk over Niagara Falls. Jacquie’s husband, Mike Beato, is an internet and technology consultant. They are the proud parents of two young men: an administrator with the Stern School of Business, New York University, and an attorney with the Washington, D.C. law firm, Wiley Rein. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society extends a heartfelt thank you to Jacquie for her dedication and commitment to our mission of a CURE for leukemia, lymphoma, and the blood cancers. We are honored to have Jacquie serve as our Mistress of Ceremonies for our 24th Annual Diamond Ball!

In Memory of Bob Koop

November 4, 1947 - January 1, 1995 In Special Tribute to the fond memory of a brave leader who truly believed in, and had a clear vision of, our goal of finding a CURE for leukemia, lymphoma and blood cancers. Bob Koop, who came to Channel 4 as a news anchorman in 1981, truly exemplified the meaning of a dedicated journalist. Colorful on and off the air, he was known for his knowledgeable, caring and professional manner. The impact of his tough battle with leukemia and his generosity in helping others will always be remembered by the Western New York community. The memory of his courageous fight will live on through the dedication of our volunteers, staff and especially our patients as we continue to fight to find a CURE.

IN LOVING MEMORY Dr. Meir Wetzler, MD, FACP 1955 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2015

Chief of the Leukemia Section and Medical Director of Clinical Services in the Department of Medicine at Roswell Park Cancer Institute

Dr. Wetzler was a very passionate and kind person; a dedicated, brilliant doctor who truly made a difference in every life he touched. He is greatly missed and remembered always.

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Special THANKS to the Western & Central New York Board of Trustees, the Diamond Ball Committee and all supporters of the Diamond Ball for helping to advance LLS’s mission: to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and to improve the quality of life of patients & their families. You are helping to make someday today!

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Thank you for your tireless efforts and bringing us closer to our goal of a world without blood caners Special THANKS to the Western & Central New York Board of Trustees, the Diamond Ball Committee and all supporters of the Diamond Ball for helping to advance LLS’s mission: to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and to improve the quality of life of patients & their families. You are helping to make someday today!

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The Floristry 1385 Delaware Ave. Buffalo, NY 716.885.6037

We Specialize, Because We Care 2195 Kensington Avenue Amherst, NY 716-839-2033

Special Thanks to

Thank you to Dessert Deli for donating the delicious cookies for all Diamond Ball guests.

Co-Pay Assistance Program

Provides assistance from $1,000 -$10,000 per year based on diagnosis and income for insured patients with many, but not all, of our blood cancers. To inquire, call (877) 557-2672, email copay@LLS.org or visit our website at www.lls.org/copay

Family Support Groups

With professional guidance, patients and family members can gain information and support from others who share similar experiences. Current groups being offered in Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse. Please call the Chapter Office at (716)834-2578 or 1-800-784-2368 for more information or to register for a Group.

First Connection

Patients and caregivers learn coping skills and gain hope from trained volunteer survivors, who share their special perspective on the recovery process.

Education Programs

We offer educational materials and free programs to help clarify treatment options and strengthen decision-making and coping skills for patients and their families. We also have programs for health care professionals, with continuing education credits for nurses and social workers. In addition, there are a series of webinars offered throughout the year on various topic relating to blood cancers.

Information Resource Center (IRC)

Health professionals are available at (800) 955-4572 to provide accurate, up-to-date information on blood cancers. The IRC is also available on The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Web site (Live Help online) at www.lls.org

Back to School

LLS provides a wealth of informative print and A/V materials that help assure a child’s smooth transition from treatment for back to school and the activities of daily living.

27th Annual

GELATIN

Splash !

Thursday, June 9, 2016 · 6:00 P.M. at

BANCHETTI uç e|ééÉËá 550 North French Road Amherst, NY 14228

SAVING LIVES… ONE SPLASH AT A TIME! How does it feel to “SPLASH” into 1,000 gallons of gelatin? Find out by joining us for the Gelatin Splash! Or wouldn’t you just love to see or possibly challenge your…

2016 Chairman

* Boss * Best Friend * Secretary * Relative * Teacher * Co-Worker * Celebrity * Other? … to slide into 1,000 gallons of jiggly gelatin to help fight cancer? Participants are asked to obtain a minimum of $500 in sponsorship money from friends, relatives, co-workers, corporate donations, etc. for them to slide into 1,000 gallons of jiggly gelatin in honor or in loving memory of a cancer patient! Participants who raise $1,000 or more will become members of the Super Splasher Club! TO REGISTER:  Visit http://events.lls.org/pages/wcny/gs2016  Email luann.burgio@lls.org  Call our Chapter Office at 716.834.2578 or 800.784.2368

PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP 20 FUNDRAISERS! SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE! CONTACT US TODAY!

Randy Andreozzi

Andreozzi Bluestein Weber Brown LLP

Interested in serving on the Gelatin Splash Committee? We really need the help this year, please consider joining. For details please contact Luann Burgio at the Chapter Office at 716.249.3001 or email luann.burgio@lls.org

"LIKE" US ON FACEBOOK at www.facebook.com/wcnygelatinsplash!

Please Join Us! Light The Night Walk

Team Captains Kick-Off Luncheon Thursday June 23rd, 2016 Noon

 Meet our PATIENT AMBASSADORS  Learn about SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES  Find out how your company can experience this fun & memorable event first hand by forming a TEAM  Hear about an opportunity to help create awareness in addition to raising funds through PAPER ICON SALES Reservations are required. Please RSVP to Luann Burgio at 716.249.3001 Or email luann.burgio@lls.org.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE. CONTACT US TODAY! 716.249.3001

SAVE THE DATE! Friday, September 23, 2016 Delaware Park

ANNOUNCING: 2016 Light The Night Walk - Buffalo Co-Chairs

Rocco & Debbie Surace What is the Light The Night Walk?

Light The Night Walk is The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) international evening fundraising walk to celebrate & commemorate lives touched by cancer. Participants carry illuminated balloons along the walk course – red for supporters, white for cancer patients & survivors, and a special gold balloon for those who walk in memory of a loved one. Participants can become Team Captains by forming teams of friends, family, co-workers, etc. Each walker is asked to raise funds to help fight blood cancers. These funds are spent locally on blood cancer research and local patient aid & services.

Why Walk?

It’s fun! It’s inspirational! More than a walk, the evening is a celebration that includes music, food, a prize wheel, Chinese auction and other family activities. And you’ll be helping hundreds of thousands of Americans battling leukemia, lymphoma, or myeloma.

Please join us in 2016!

Teams and walkers can sign up now! Committee members are also needed, and sponsorship opportunities are currently available. Please call our Chapter Office at 716.834.2578 or 800.784.2368, e-mail luann.burgio@lls.org or visit www.lightthenight.org/wcny to sign up or for more information. Funds raised from Light The Night will help advance our mission to CURE leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and to improve the quality of life of patients and their families.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Syracuse Walk: Thursday, September 15, 2016 Rochester Walk: Friday, September 16, 2016

“LIKE” US ON FACEBOOK! Visit

www.facebook.com/wcnylightthenight

TRAIN ENDURE ACHIEVE MATTER Fundraise and Train to run, walk, or cycle an endurance event, or participate in a local 5K or 10K event with Team In Training (TNT). Participate in honor of or in memory of a cancer patient who will motive you to cross the finish line!

Together we train to beat cancer!

You can choose the event of your choice through our Flex program, or participate in a local event as TNT “Your Way”. Visit our website at www.teamintraining.org/wcny for more information or to register for the team.

TNT offers Great People, Great Training, A Fabulous Weekend and a Lifesaving Cause!

Form a Community Team! Get a group of friends, co‐workers, or family members together and Captain a team! You can work together to achieve a common goal in health and fitness, social networking and the feeling of satisfaction in joining a mission

everyone can relate to…curing cancer!

LIKE US ON

www.facebook.com/TNTWCNY

For more information, please call our office: (716) 834-2578 or (800) 784-2368, or email nancy.hails@lls.org

visit our website: www.teamintraining.org/wcny To view Other Events You May Be Interested In!

Please encourage your child’s school to participate in one of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Student Series programs and help fight blood cancers!

Pennies for Patients & Pasta for Pennies March, April & May, 2016

Spare Change and Currency can be powerful in the fight against blood cancers. With service-learning programs like The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Pennies for Patients and Pasta for Pennies, presented by Olive Garden, students can impact the lives of kids with blood cancer and make a positive difference, simply by collecting spare change and currency. LLS turns these donation into funding for treatments and cures that save lives…not someday, but today. How does Pennies for Patients and Pasta for Pennies work? Pennies for Patients and Pasta for Pennies provide teachers with new opportunities to incorporate service-learning and character education into their curriculum. Students collect spare change and currency in honor of local patients. Friends, family, and neighbors all can contribute to the classroom and school total to help students save lives and earn great prizes for their schools and classrooms while doing it. Pennies for Patients and Pasta for Pennies run for 3 weeks with schools choosing a time frame that works best for them. LLS provides the materials and promotion items: Coordinator guide, classroom collection canisters, student collection boxes, posters, videos and other resources. EVERY SCHOOL CAN WIN! Great Prizes will be awarded to Top Fundraising classrooms and schools! In Pennies for Patients, schools can win a gift card for a celebration party for their top fundraising classroom. In Olive Garden’s Pasta for Pennies, the top classroom will win a Hospitaliano! Lunch (this program is based on location). HOW TO REGISTER FOR A STUDENT SERIES PROGRAM:  Visit www.studentseries.org/wcny  Call 800.784.2368 or 716.834.2578  E-mail julia.selig@lls.org

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Thank you Volunteers of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. You have made LLS the World’s Largest Health Agency dedicated to Blood Cancer research improving the quality of life of patients and their families.

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SAVE THE DATE! 25th Annual Diamond Ball Saturday, February 25th, 2017 Announcing

2017 Diamond Ball Chairs

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