Salute to Excellence Gala 2008

A wonderful tribute to an amazing and inspiring member of our community, liver transplant recipient, Ila Badger.

May 3rd, 2008 (6:30pm - midnight) - $150.00

Contact: Janet Carpenter Sodell
Phone: 317-635-5074(Fax: 317-635-5075)
Web: Email

The Westin - Directions
50 South Capitol Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46204

A fantastic evening was held by all. Speakers Karen Hensel, Sue & Alan Potasnik, Dr. Paul Kwo, Rev. Bill Barrett, Darryl Warren, Sam Davis and last but not least, Ila Badger were outstanding! A very moving video about Ila's story brought tears to just about everyone's eyes. Ila is truely an inspiration to us all!

An evening like this would not be possible without a lot of team work. We'd especially like to thank our sponsors:

Distinguished Sponsor ($10,000+)
Clarian Transplant

Treasured Sponsors ($5,000+)
Astellas
Roche Pharmaceuticals

Executive Table Sponsor ($2,500)
University Transplant Associates

Table Sponsors ($1,500)
Jack Badger
BMW Constructors
Cripe Architects + Engineers
Philip & Betty Eades
ERCP
Exxon Mobil
IOPO
Kreig DeVault
Drs. Paul Kwo & Mimi Chung
Dr. Lawrence Lumeng
John & Marilyn Schneider

Honor Roll Contributions
WISH TV - Media coverage and Mistress of Ceremony
MHD Photography - Event photographer
Engeldow Group- Stage design and decorations
Bennett Innovations- Video tribute to Ila Badger
Monarch Beverage- Dinner wine
Wellington Theatre Arts Group- Outstanding volunteers who handled check in/out and silent auction

To view pictures from the evening click here. Be sure to scroll down when the new MHD Photography window opens.

Page updated: May 5th, 2008