Gala Program 2023

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March 3, 2023

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Tampa Marriott Water Street

Sc h ed u l e of

events

7:00 pm

Cocktails & hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment by West Cass

7:45 pm

Ballroom Doors Open

8:00 pm

Dinner is Served, Live Entertainment by Tampa Prep Chorus

8:30 pm

Silent Auction Closes

8:35 pm

Program Begins

9:30 Am

After Party Begins, Dancing, Drinks, Photo Booth & More!

*Vacation Getaways close at 9:30

to our guests, Welcome to the 2023 Tampa Prep Gala!

We are thrilled that you’re able to join us tonight as we celebrate our community: the students, parents, faculty & staff that make Tampa Prep such a special place.

Your support is vital to continue to allow our students to Think, Create, Be Themselves, Aspire to Excellence and Go Beyond as they grow from kids to teens to young adults.

Thank you so much for trusting us with your children and thank you for being such an important part of our Tampa Prep community. We can’t do it without you!

Kevin M. Plummer Head of School

Special thanks to our

sponsors

Legacy Sponsor Joel & Darcie Kassewitz

after party Sponsor The Winters Family

cocktail party Sponsor Phoenix Portfolio Partners

gold Sponsors Ken & Jenny Jones Michael & Ramona Shimberg The Simonetti Family Fidelis Capital Partners

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Special thanks to our

sponsors

beverage Sponsor Coppertail Brewing Co.

Photo booth Sponsor Richard & Allison Clebert

Bronze Sponsors Jill & Ryan Barber Creative Contractors Inc. The Dutkowsky Family Ferman Chevrolet and Mazda in Brandon Judy Genshaft & Steve Greenbaum InVision Advisors Shannon & Tom Mahaffey Tony & Dina Muniz Nelson Law Group Daniel Sallade & Blakley Echeverry

table wine Sponsor Jessica & Jonathan Forman

Music Sponsor Peter & Sharon Lopez

terrapin Sponsor AGW Capital Advisors Michael & Tiffany DeMarcay Neil & Ann Goldenberg Hepner Architects Shilow & Jayson Sack Advent Neuroscience Institute

Special thanks to our

sponsors red & gold Sponsors Christine & Tim Casey Shannon & Stephen Dann ‘89 The Fahey Family Carlos & Alina Font Drs. Raj & Tanuja Kotak Sherry & Andy McDonald ‘97 Mili & Sachin Patel Drs. Anjan & Mona Shah Stepp’s Towing & Heavy Transport Christiana & Dave Thompson Transcom Solutions VoltAir

ticket Sponsors Scott & Becky Beltran Adina & Brian Bern Hilary Black & Jeff Diamond Cornerstone Insurance, Inc. Spencer & Deb Dille Dominguez Family Dental Megan & Thomas Feindt Nurdan & Amit Johnsingh Julie & Michael Kittredge Frankie & Ron Linsky Kim & Mike McGivern Dave & Kim Murray Dr. and Mrs. Tapan Padhya Retina Vitreous Associates of Florida Richters Radiology Reads Bob & Cathy Smith South Tampa Gynecology Jason & Shawna Vercher

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Si le nt Auc ti on

highlights

Prep Favorites #117 Middle School Locker of your Choice #120 Reserved Parking on Campus for the 2023-24 School Year #125 Upper School Locker of your Choice

Activities #104 4-hour Fishing Charter for 2 #135 Private Wine class for 20 in Any Local Total Wine in Private Classroom #143 Pack of 10 fitness classes at CAMP Tampa & Gift Card to Fresh Kitchen #147 Gift Certificate for a 3 Hour Behind-the-Wheel Driving Course #154 2 Club Level Tickets to the Ed Sheeran Concert 5/20 #700 (Instabuy) Pickleball & Happy Hour

Dining #109 Noble Crust Dining Experience for 6 #129 Tequila Tasting for 6 at JOTORO #128 $300 Gift Card to Eddie V’s & $300 Gift Card to Capital Grille

#141 6 Bottles of Louis Jadot Beaune Les Boucherottes 2011-2016

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#146 Tasting Experience with 3 friends at Besito #161 Multi-course dinner at Boulon Brasserie

Sports #113 Tampa Bay Rays Suite #115 4 Tickets Behind Home Plate to New York Yankees vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training on 3/16 #140 Four lower level tickets to see the Lightning vs. the Golden Knights on 3/9, plus dinner & an exclusive VIP Lightning Radio Booth Experience with Dave Mishkin & Phil Esposito #155 4 Suite Tickets to New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles Spring Training on 3/19

Beauty #101 Wardrobe Edit with Erica Fetterman of Madison 3rd Styling #110 $2500 Total Beauty Package from South Tampa Dermatology #134 Vintner’s Daughter Products & a bottle of Gargiulo Vineyards Money Road Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon #139 In-Home Organizing: 1 Free Consult & 4 hours of Organizing Time

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GEORGIA HOME #800 4 bedroom/3.5 bathroom Massive, Modern Timber Frame Georgia Mountain House (sleeps up to 12). This gorgeous house is perched high on the mountain with simply the best views around, featuring stunning finishes in the sprawling and open layout, glass galore, larger than life living area with soaring ceilings and lavish stone fireplace. Four bedrooms include two masters on each level with ensuite baths, his and her vanities, “spa feel” showers, free-standing tub, and more. The house also boasts a fully finished terrace level with 2 more bedrooms with bunk beds (2 twin over queen, 1 twin over twin), entertainment center, wet bar, rec room, with plenty of room for both seclusion and wide open spaces. Take in the year-round views of the Blue Ridge Mountains on two levels of covered porches and decks or in the newly added beautiful outdoor living area with hot tub. Please note: 4x4 or AWD is required to reach the property.

Generously donated by The Feindt Family

CHATHAM HOME #801 5 bedroom/3.5 bathroom Bright, Spacious, Well-Equipped Cape Cod Home (sleeps up to 10).

This home is steps away from salt water Crow’s Pond and the private, neighborhood beach where you can swim or launch a kayak or canoe and explore the inlet, Pleasant Bay and the Atlantic beyond. Your outdoor summer living space includes tastefully furnished stone patios off both the living room and family room as well as an enclosed outdoor shower, built-in gas grill and a sizable, private yard. Inside, it’s easy to love the spacious, bright, fully equipped kitchen with its stainless steel and granite, massive counter space, including an island with seating for three. Lounge space abounds with the stunning living room, brilliantly furnished and decorated to capture the essence of the Cape in summer. And there’s a second, bonus family room/ lounge over the garage with a giant TV, Foosball and a wet bar. The lower level has a TV with couches, great for a movie night. The five bedrooms, three upstairs and two on the main level, include 3 kings, 2 queens and 2 twins. The home has 3.5 baths, each updated and sparkling.

You’ll have high speed WiFi, Cable TV and central air conditioning throughout. *Subject to availability, black-out dates apply. Not available Memorial Day 2023 - Labor Day 2023. Market rate: Weekly In-Season: $8,000. Weekly Off-Season: $6,600 Generously donated by Geoff Guidera & David Schintzius

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BLUE RIDGE HOME #802 There’s room for 8 in this 3 bed, 3 bathroom cabin that features a fantastic open floor plan with a fully equipped kitchen, granite counters, and brand-new appliances. The breakfast bar is close to the dining table, where you can gather with family & friends. Warm up by the floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. Seating options are plentiful and comfy, with a large sectional sofa and a leather chair with an ottoman. Mountain views are made effortless with two full-length covered porches. Rest in the king-size bed on the main level, featuring French doors that lead to the screenedin covered porch area. The master suite has a private bathroom with a tile shower, walk-in closet, and a beautiful double vanity. Downstairs has an arcade game setup with several games to choose from, a brand new pool table, gas log fireplace, a 52’ smart TV, and a sofa. This home also has a Weber grill, rocking chairs, and a hot tub! Located 10 minutes away from the town of Blue Ridge which offers mineral springs, shops, & restaurants.

Generously donated by The Brooks Family

LAKE TOXAWAY #803 Blue Ridge Mountain Vacation | Beautiful Restored Historic American Barn & Cabin Featured in New York Times, Log Home Living, Carolina Living | Lake Toxaway, North Carolina (sleeps up to 12) for 6 nights.

Since the turn of the century, people have been drawn to Lake Toxaway. Celebrated dignitaries and notable families – such as the Fords, Edisons, and Rockefellers – sought out the clear, crystal waters and invigorating mountain breezes that provided welcomed relief from the thick, stagnant heat of summer. This beautifully restored historic American barn and cabin has been featured in the New York Times among other travel publications and has 1 king bedroom, 2 queen bedrooms, 1 bunk bed room and a sleeping loft with 4 twin beds. In addition, you will find a fully equipped kitchen, wood fireplaces, and an outdoor fireplace with a grill. Activities include water sports, skiing, canoe, kayak, paddle board, hiking, horseback riding, fly fishing, rock climbing, and more. Nearby you can explore the towns of Asheville, Brevard, Cashiers, and Highlands. Visit the Cradle of Forestry, Pisgah National Forest, Brevard Music Center summer concerts, art galleries, bike trails, rock climbing, gemstone mining, and more. This item expires after one year. Holiday booking is limited. The week of 4th of July is restricted.

Generously donated by Ann Gorrie & Jason M. Gorrie

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NORTH CAROLINA WEEKEND #804 4 bedroom, 3 night NC Getaway. Enjoy a relaxing stay at Waterfall House in the mountains of Brevard, North Carolina, near the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville, Sierra Nevada Brewing, Lake Jocassee, and Lake Toxaway. This spacious, well-equipped home sleeps up to 9 and sits on a private 20 acres of forest with its own stream and hiking trails. The surrounding area is a wonderland for mountain biking and microbreweries. Three spacious, waterfall-view, wellappointed king bedrooms and a fourth bedroom with three twin beds offer complete relaxation. A full kitchen, laundry room, deck with room for dining, and 55” television are yours.

A tap room, food trucks, and outfitters are nearby. Blackout dates include Mar 10-26, May 26-Aug 19, Sept 1-4, Sept 8-9, Oct 14-Nov 5, Nov 19-25, Dec 22- Jan 2, Jan 13-15, and Feb 17-19.

Generously donated by Dwyane & Eileen Thornton

AMELIA ISLAND #805 & #806 Two beautiful beachfront condos on Amelia Island: #805 is a 1 bed/1.5 bath and #806 is a 2 bed/2 bath. Each condo can sleep 2 - 4 people (with sofa beds) and these two condos can be combined for a larger group!

Kick back and relax on Amelia Island in this piece of oceanfront paradise. Enjoy coffee or wine on the balcony as you watch pods of dolphins or take a yoga break while listening to the waves. These condos are just 300 steps from the sand and 1.8 miles to the historic downtown - spend your days relaxing in the sun, reading, riding bikes, visiting a historical fort or fishing!

Generously donated by The Simonetti Family

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INDIAN ROCKS BEACH #808 A week stay at Waterfront Indian Rocks Condo. This spacious Indian Rocks Beach Condo has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and is directly on the water. Sleeps 8 comfortably with two bedrooms with king beds and one bedroom with bunk beds. Instantly relax as you watch the gulf waves and enjoy incredible sunsets. You will love looking at this spectacular view from either the living room, master bedroom or outdoor balcony. Enjoy indoor or outdoor dining - several stores, restaurants, bakeries, ice cream shops and more are nearby. Soak in the white sand beaches and laid-back dining of Indian Rocks or explore tourist destinations such as Clearwater Beach and John’s Pass for a little more action! All the supplies you and your family need to enjoy the pool and beach are provided along with Xbox for your tweens and teens and large TVs and sound system for your entertainment. You will never know you are only an hour from home in this little slice of heaven. *Subject to availability, 4/1/23 - 3/31/24.

Generously donated by Elizabeth Krystyn and Rick Fueyo

PORTLAND, MAINE #807 One week in a 2 bed, 2 bath condo in downtown Portland, Maine! Features in the condo include a gas fireplace, private deck, state-of-the-art appliance, and large walk-in closet. The building has a fitness center and community bikes available. This condo, in Hobson’s Landing, is in Portland’s newest urban neighborhood.

Situated between the city’s West End, Old Port, and working waterfront, it links the historic homes, vibrant downtown district, and coastal commerce that have defined the city since its inception.

You will have walkable access to Old Port, area museums, and galleries.

The neighborhood’s integration of condominiums, restaurants, retail shops, and courtyards has been carefully orchestrated as an inviting blend of private and public spaces. The result is the kind of warm and walkable environment that’s become a model for modern urban development. *Expires on 3/3/2024. To be used on a mutually agreed upon date.

Generously donated by Alumni Parnets Doug & Uyen Nguyen

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6-HOUR CHARTER ON A 64-FOOT YACHT FOR UP TO 10 PEOPLE You’re invited to bid on a luxurious six-hour charter on Revelation, a 64-foot yacht in Tampa Bay. Take your pick of: 1) a day of cruising while stopping to shop and dine around Tampa & St. Pete 2) an afternoon cruise in the bay, anchoring for sunset and enjoying Tampa’s evening skyline, or 3) a beach day where our William’s Jet Tinder will transport you to shore. Or, build your own itinerary!

No matter what adventure you choose, you will be treated to a stunning day on the water. The charter includes a captain and mate, as well as appetizers and beverages (both alcoholic and nonalcoholic). Perfect for celebrating a special occasion, entertaining clients, or just creating an unforgettable weekend experience.

To be used on a mutually agreed upon date. Total value $5,500+.

Generously donated by Eric & Gina Bailey.

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Golf with Gary Sheffield at an exclusive golf course on florida’s east coast For the golfers in the room, don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to play with local legend Gary Sheffield, former MLB All-Star player and proud Tampa Prep parent. You and two friends will be given access to an ultra-exclusive course - so exclusive that it shall not be named - with less than 100 members on the east coast of Florida where rumor has it beverages and snacks are distributed by drone. Enjoy an unparalleled golfing experience with one of the greatest sluggers in baseball history. You never know who you might see at this carefully designed, top-rated course!

Generously donated by Gary & DeLeon Sheffield.

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Chef’s dinner at The Epicurean Hotel’s Theatre with specially curated and paired wines Enjoy an exclusive, private chef’s dinner for 10 people in the beautiful, state-of-the-art Epicurean Hotel Cooking Theater. This one-of-a-kind dinner includes five courses prepared before you by the award-winning chefs at the Epicurean Hotel. To accompany this incredible meal, you will have a magnum of beautiful vintage champagne along with 6 bottles of highly-rated premium allocated wines donated from the Jones’ private cellar. Wines include Penfolds Bin 149, Amici Reserve Spring Mountain, Quilceda Creek, Amizetta Reserve Cabernet, Williams Selyem Olivet Lane Vineyard (en Magnum), and Laurent Perrier Champagne (en Magnum).

This evening is priceless, to be shared with friends and family for a birthday, anniversary, graduation, or holiday! To be used on a mutually agreed upon date. Expires one year from purchase.

Generously donated by Ken and Jenny Jones.

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two lower level tickets to Super Bowl LVIII Get ready for some football in Sin City! We have two lower level tickets to Super Bowl LVIII, February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas.

Football fans and Vegas enthusiasts alike can look forward to a thrilling game day experience at the recently opened Allegiant Stadium, as well as a getaway in the entertainment capital of the world. You are sure to create unforgettable memories with this ultimate sports and travel package.

Generously donated by Joel & Darcie Kassewitz.

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• Faculty Development, including social-emotional learning and curricular updates • Indoor & Outdoor Athletic Equipment • Video Production Equipment • Investments in the Arts Program • VEX Robotics Tournaments • New 50-passenger bus • New Classroom Projectors • New Faculty MacBooks & iPads • Enhanced Middle School Games • Increased Number of Terrapin Days • Upper School Activities including Science Olympiad, Model U.N., Red Shell, etc.

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