2011 New York Gala to benefit The William J. Clinton Foundation
DATE: Wednesday, November 16th, 2011
LOCATION: Cipriani 42nd Street, New York
100 Women in Hedge Funds held its 10th Anniversary New York Gala at Cipriani's 42nd Street, raising close to $2 million for the The William J. Clinton Foundation's U.S. Childhood Obesity Prevention program, Alliance for a Healthier Generation. The evening was attended by 600 members and leaders across the Alternatives industry, topped off by a live performance by Jon Bon Jovi.
President Bill Clinton, commenting on the Gala, said, "For ten years, 100 Women in Hedge Funds has made a real difference for women and families by providing them with resources they need for long-term success. This year also marks a decade since I began my Foundation's work and I am glad we have the friendship and support of 100 Women in Hedge Funds. I am pleased 100 Women in Hedge Funds is helping my Foundation make a positive impact for people around the globe. Thank you for your support and for all the good work you do."
100WHF INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP AWARD 2011:
Afsaneh Mashayekhi Beschloss
President and Chief Executive Officer, The Rock Creek Group
100WHF EFFECTING CHANGE AWARD 2011:
Peter G. Peterson
Chairman Emeritus and Co-founder, The Blackstone Group
Founder and Chairman, The Peter G. Peterson Foundation
