Global Lyme Alliance (GLA),
the leading nonprofit dedicated to conquering Lyme and
other tick-borne diseases held the GLA
GLOBAL GALA 2022 at Cipriani
42nd Street
in New York City.
The event raises Lyme disease awareness
and funds for research to improve diagnostics and
treatments and ultimately find a cure for Lyme and other
tick-borne diseases. The spectacular and one-of-a-kind
gala was a night to remember for invited celebrities,
business leaders, and top scientists alike.
The evening’s honored guests included Kim
& Atty Cleworth, A mother and daughter who have
been impacted by Lyme. They are also Executive Producers
of the film, I’m Not Crazy I’m Sick. An
exclusive preview was shown to the audience of the
documentary about their struggle.
A highlight of New York's philanthropic
calendar, this year's event raised more than $1.85
million to advance GLA's mission to conquer
Lyme. A live auction led by Jason Lamoreaux auctioned
items including a trilogy of sports events, travel
experiences and a golf weekend with professional Jimmy
Walker for which bidding was keen. The GLA has gained
national prominence for funding the most promising
research in the field.
The evening program began with cocktails
and dinner, a video contribution by Debbie
Gibson, and speech by Broadway Star Ashley
Loren, on the impact that Lyme disease has had
on their lives. The event was hosted by master of
ceremonies Rosanna Scotto, Co-Host of
FOX 5 "Good Day New York." The evening also featured an
exceptional live performance by Recording Artist Pia
Toscano and later in the night, Erich
Bergen, Star of Madam Secretary and both the
stage and screen versions of Jersey Boys.
Celebrated event planner Larry
Scott of Lawrence Scott Events produced
the gala experience by donating his designs and décor to
the virtuous cause for the fourth year in a row,
showcasing his long-standing dedication to the Lyme
community.
Notable Attendees included: Kim
Cleworth & Atty Cleworth (Honorees), Rosanna
Scotto (Master of Ceremonies), Erich
Bergen (Entertainment), Pia Toscano (Recording
Artist), Larry Scott (Lawrence Scott
Events), Ashley Loren (Broadway Star), Chris
Meloni (Actor), Kelley Flanagan and Peter
Weber (TV’s The Bachelor), Margaret
Josephs and Joe Benigno (Real
Housewives of New Jersey (RHONJ)), Dolores
Catania (Real Housewives of New Jersey (RHONJ)), Jennifer
Fessler, Nicole Miller (Fashion
Designer), Lindsay Solmer (Influencer), Alexa
Laura (Influencer), Gina Valles (Influencer), Mar
Jennings (TV Show Host), Jon James
Stavola (Artist).
The Co-Chairs for the event include Rose
Anastasio, Amy Balducci, Charles Balducci, Diane M.
Blanchard, Robert Kobre, Brett Kristoff, Jarrod Nadel,
Lorrie Nadel, Paul B. Ross, Larry Scott, Erin Walker and Jimmy
Walker