11th Annual Eat Your Heart Out
By Rachel Galvin
The 11th Annual Eat Your Heart Out brought in more than 250 foodies this year to dine, dance and mingle on September 25. Held at The Galleria Mall in Fort Lauderdale, the event, presented by BBI, benefited the Heart Gallery of Broward County. It raised more than $40,000 for its programs, which include the promotion of adoption and enrichment programs for Broward’s foster youth.
Local 10’s Eric Yutzy emceed the event, which included a silent auction, raffles, a pop-up shop from Dillards, a live band and a special presentation to honor Christine Frederick as the 2025 Child Advocate of the Year.
Frederick is well known in the community for her dedication to helping foster children and others as past CEO of the FLITE Center and current CEO at The Lord’s Place. She received a beautiful artistic glass award. Joining her on the stage was Heart Gallery of Broward County’s Executive Director Dr. Mary Kinirons and Heart Gallery of Broward County’s Board Chair Eleni Varvoutis, who both said a few words, and BBI CEO Robert Taylor.
Once the presentation was over, people could return to enjoying cuisine from places such as Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale, The Capital Grille, Dom Caruso’s Cucina, Gulf Stream Distillery, Il Mulino, Kaluz, Nothing Bundt Cakes, P.F. Chang’s, Sicilian Oven, Southport Raw Bar, Red Chair Catering, Seasons 52, South Bar and Kitchen, Spice n’ Vybe, Sunness Supper Club, Sweeter Days Bake Shop, Tasteful Thoughts and Todd’s Catering.
Event sponsors included BBI, Galleria Fort Lauderdale, Las Olas Capital Advisors, Advanced Roofing, Banesco, Locality Bank, OutClique, Brizaga, Danto Builders, Walter Duke + Partners, Daoud’s Fine Jewelry, Robbins & Moroney, P.A., City & Shore magazine, GPR | Goodman Public Relations and Local 10 News.
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Foodies Flock to Boca Bacchanal
Pictured: Kasumi staff serves up delicious selections
By Rachel Galvin
The historic Addison with its old-world elegance and charm was the perfect setting again for this year’s Boca Bacchanal Grand Tasting on April 6. Foodies flocked to this annual event, which benefits the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum & the local historical society. This event is always the place to try delicious samples of what some of the top local restaurants have to offer. Eateries from Eddie V’s Prime Seafood and Capital Grille to Hug in a Mug Tea and J&D Cakes had tables for tasting. In addition, there were more than 200 types of wines, champagnes, craft beer and other spirits to enjoy. It is always a luxurious experience perfect for mingling. People could bid on the silent auction and raffle or pose for a photo opp.
This event always follows nights of vintner dinners at private homes pairing gourmet food with wine and spirits. This year, there were four dinners held over three days. The announcement of who was hosting the events and which chef and vintner would be paired up was announced at a kick-off event called Bacchus Beckons on February 27 also at Saks Fifth Avenue in Boca Raton.
More about the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum
The Schmidt Museum (at 71 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton) has both temporary and permanent exhibitions. Right now, guests can find out more about the prolific architect Addison Mizner, who brought the Mediterranean Revival Style to the area. He is responsible for creating The Addison, as well as Mizner Park, The Boca Raton (once called Boca Raton Resort & Club) and elsewhere. The permanent exhibits include one on IBM and its PC computer, etc., as well as one on how World War II affected the area, including the existence of the Boca Raton Army Air Field. People can get a sense of the history overall of Boca Raton and how it grew from an agricultural community to what it is today. Find out more at bocahistory.org.
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JA World Uncorked 2025
By Rachel Galvin
A Rick Case Genesis greeted guests outside. Inside, people worked the room, eating and drinking to their heart’s content, and going to see who was performing music in the big room in the center. Women wearing bright neon colors and men in pastel Don Johnson jackets moved in time on the dance floor to the rhythms of Prince and other top singers on the 1980s during this year’s event — JA World Uncorked. The band, provided by the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, got everyone engaged. This year’s theme, Miami Vice, made sure everyone got into the groove.
What was not different this year is the great eats and smooth sips available. From pasta to ceviche, guests ate to the heart’s content from some of the top restaurants in the area while trying some premier cocktails and wines. They even could have a Miami Vice drink made from Pina Colada and Rum. By the end of the night, people opted for the espresso martini and later a cup of coffee sponsored by Joe Dimagio Children’s Hospital.
Many took their time to bid on silent auction items or stood in line to get in one of the photo ops. They had a roving photographer and photo spots. People could put in their contact into the system and whatever photos were taken of them throughout the night would automatically show up. It was a great idea.
Of course, the event benefited Junior Achievement. The non-profit organization provides “youth with the knowledge, ability and confidence to navigate their futures, drive our economy, and lead our community.” For more information, visit https://jasouthflorida.org.
Foodies Flock to Boca Bacchanal Grand Tasting
By Rachel Galvin
The Addison was the perfect location again for Boca Bacchanal this year, held on April 7. The elegant daytime affair brought in a crowd to sample plenty of wines, champagnes and other spirits while trying tasty tidbits from local top restaurants. A crispy crabcake could be followed by a perfectly balanced seafood taco. A bite of sushi could come after a Peruvian specialty. Guests could sample a slice of iberico ham or visit the caviar bar. There was a wide variety of options, each more delectable than the next. And of course, there was dessert, including samples of vegan and other chocolates and plenty of cupcakes. It seemed there was something for everyone. Indeed, foodies relish this event year after year. In addition, there was also a silent auction where people could bid on a wide range of items.
Participating Restaurants included Publix, The Addison, The Seagate Hotel & Spa, AlleyCat, Capital Grille, Bazille, Gourmetphile, Oceans 234, Kakaozon Chocolate, Sushi by Bou, Copperfish Kitchen, Narbona, J&D Cakes and Gallaghers Steakhouse. Wineries included Banfi Wines USA, Bocelli Wines, Bronco Wine Company, Château de Jacques, Château Le Nerthe, DAOU, Darioush, Delicato Family Wines, Frog’s Leap Winery, Rubin Wines, JAX Vineyards, Juan Gil Estates, Kobrand Corporation, Louis Jadot, Luigi Bosca, Michele Chiarlo, Origins Organic, Pasqua USA, Provence Rose Group, Quady Winery, Robert Craig Winery, Round Pod Estate Winery, St Supéry, Stoller Family Estate, Tattinger, Thomas Allen Vineyards and Winery, Truchard VineyardsUni, on Wine Co., Vina Robles, Vineyard 29 and ZD Wines.
The Grand Tasting followed two days of vintner dinners and all events benefitted the Boca Raton Historical Society and the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum. For more information, visit www.bocahistory.org.
Bacchus Beckons at The Addison
By Rachel Galvin
Bacchus Beckons, held at the end of last month at The Addison in Boca Raton, serves as a kick-off yearly to one of the top local culinary events of the year — Boca Bacchanal. That beacon of wine and food extravagance includes two facets — the Vintner Dinners, on April 4 and 5, and the Grand Tasting, on April 7.
At Bacchus Beckons, they announced where the Vintner Dinners would be held, who would be hosting them and which chefs would be preparing food, paired with which wines. See below for details.
Announcing the information was emcee Paige Kornblue, who asked the participating parties to come up and pose for photos after she announced them. She was first introduced by Boca Raton Historical Society Chairman Olivia Hollaus, who also thanked sponsors and mentioned that the events benefitted the historical society and the Schmidt Boca Raton Historical Museum.
The Grand Tasting also will include a silent auction.
Tickets for Vintner Dinners are $350 each. Tickets for the Grand Tasting are $150. For more information, visit bocahistory.org.
VINTNER DINNERS:
Vintner Dinner 1: The Pride of Paso Robles
Hosts: The Addison: Zoe Lanham & Olivia Hollaus
Chefs: Patrick Duffy, Executive Chef, The Addison
& Jose Hernandez, Executive Sous Chef, The Addison
Wine: DAOU Adelaida District ~ Paso Robles
Wines Presented By: Alexandra Schatz
Date: Thursday, April 4, 7 p.m.
Vintner Dinner 2: Family Wineries of Napa
Hosts: LeAnn & Russell Berman and Nicola & Stevie Verses
Chef: Eric Baker, Chef/Owner, Alley Cat Boca
Wine: ZD Winery ~ Frog’s Leap Winery ~ Round Pond Estate ~ Truchard Estate Vineyard ~ JAX Vineyard ~ Robert Craig Winery ~ Vineyard 29
Wines Presented By: Chris Kearney
Date: Friday, April 5, 6 p.m.
Vintner Dinner 3: The Essence of Piedmont Flows to The Seagate
Hosts: Joyce & Thom DeVita and Joni & Al Goldberg
Chefs: Dmitriy Kakuschke, Director of Culinary Operations, The Seagate
Derrick Connor, Resort Executive Sous Chef, The Seagate
Wine: Michele Chlarlo Winery, Asti ~ Piedmont, Italy
Wines Presented By: Robin Vaughn
Date: Friday, April 5, 7 p.m.
Vintner Dinner 4: Tour de France
Host: The Boca Raton
Chefs: Andrew Roenbeck, Vice President of Culinary Operations, Group Event Chef, The Boca Raton
Peter Annewanter, Executive Chef, Supper Club & Flybridge, The Boca Raton
Wine: Tattinger ~ Louis Jadot ~ Château des Jacques ~ Château La Nerthe
Wines Presented By: Antoine Collet
Date: Friday, April 5, 7 p.m.
GRAND TASTING
Date: Sunday, April 7, 1-4 p.m.
Location: The Addison, 2 East Camino Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Red Shield Regatta raises funds for Salvation Army
KPMG Wins!
By Rachel Galvin
JM Family’s “The Park” turned into the perfect place to hold a regatta on March 9. It may seem a bit small for such an endeavor, but in this case, the boats were model boats, so they fit perfectly. The event was more than just cheering on sponsors as they used a remote control to maneuver boats around the waterway for the win. There was also live music and mingling with delicious food options provided by their caterers, including beef with chinese noodles, fish dip, charcuterie, shrimp, oysters, hors d’ oeuvres and more. The event benefitted a great nonprofit, Salvation Army, and one of their projects, Plymouth Colony, a transitional housing complex in Hollywood that provides shelter for those who need help getting back on their feet while facing adversity. They have seen a 96% success rate; however, they just found out they are losing funding from the government and HUD, hence why they need to make sure to raise as much funds as possible. They showed a video talking more about the complex and those it benefits and several representatives from Salvation Army and also JM Family spoke. People were encouraged to bid on the silent auction to further help the cause.
Originally, “Below Deck’s” Captain Lee was scheduled to make an appearance, but he was unable to be there due to illness. Everyone wished him well and he was missed, but the party went forward. Everyone managed to have a nice time. And the photo opps, complete with nautical props, prove it.
The Salvation Army of Broward County engages in year-round critical operations, such as multiple shelters and housing programs to aid those experiencing homelessness; weekly food pantry distributions; daily soup kitchen; annual Angel Tree toy distribution program during the holidays, and others. To support these efforts fundraising activities like the seasonal Red Kettle bell ringing campaign and this year’s new Red Shield Regatta offer the community the chance to invest for long-term impact. All funds raised directly assist the most disadvantaged in Broward County.
The event was presented by JM Family Enterprises with additional support provided by Ocean Bank and Nivalmi Consulting (Super Yacht sponsors); Bombardier, HMY Yachts, Icon International, and SJF Law Group (Motor Yacht sponsors); Gulfstream, Best Roofing, Sodexo USA, Marksman Security, Convergint and PWC (Cruiser Yacht sponsors); Enterprise Rent-A-Car, The Sarria Family, Nexa Mortgage, Sevenson Environmental Services, Moss Foundation, City of Fort Lauderdale, and WPO Development (Tender) and The Sabatano Family, The Cahill Family Charitable Fund, Pete & Jenny Sudler, Samantha Fitzgerald, and The Pino Family (Board Members).
“JM Family has enjoyed a long-term community partnership with The Salvation Army of Broward and has supported many of their programs, not only financially, but through board participation and our associate volunteer program,” said Pete Sudler, vice president, JM Family Enterprises, and an advisory board member for The Salvation Army of Broward County. “Supporting efforts to ensure Plymouth Colony has the appropriate funding to continue helping families toward self-sufficiency and permanent housing opportunities aligns perfectly with JM Family’s charitable giving initiatives.”
For more information, contact Dave Hayton, The Salvation Army of Broward County’s development director, at David.Hayton@uss.salvationarmy.org.
Delicious noodles. 
Hors d’ oeuvres. 
Donuts in whiskey sauce. 
Bombardier 
Nivalmi Consulting 
Cruidite & more. 
Mingling. 
Oysters. 
Ready to Regatta. 
Checking in. 
Strike a pose. 
Desserts. 
Regatta. 
Putting boat in water. 
A crowd awaits the regatta. 
Ready to win. 
Dan Chait, COO & president, JM Family; Pete Sudler, VP JM Family; Curt Nichols, chairman of the board 
Dave Hayton, Salvation Army development director. 
Major Juan Guadalupe 
JM Family’s COO & President Dan Chait speaks. 
Salavtion Army Chairman of the Board Curt Nichols. 
Shrimp! 
Fitting the nautical theme. 
Bacon wrapped hot dogs. 
Good eats. 
live music.
MODS’ Culinary Celebration Draws a Crowd
By Rachel Galvin
The Museum of Discovery & Science was abuzz with activity March 8 as they held their 27th Annual Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration. Those who loved all things food and drink relished this night to sip more than 50 different wines, beers and other spirits and sink their teeth into some tasty tidbits provided by more than 30 of the area’s top restaurants. Guests could try unique items like a sweet potato topped with chicken salad and toasted marshmallow or a crepe with nutella, or a dumpling filled with pepperoni, or grab a philly cheesesteak or some sushi or a tuna taquito, to name a few choices. Brewlihan had mead available. There were also whiskey drinks, margaritas, palomas, wine and more. There was more than enough to choose from.
Participating was the American Fine Wine Competition, Arc Culinary, Boatyard, Fresh Kitchen, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention Center, Hellenic Republic, JC Beans Café, JDCH, L & E Fine Cooking, La Mexicana Taco Bar, Original Fat Cats, Pubbelly Sushi, Red Chair Catering, S3, Seasons 52, Tarpon River Brewing, Tasteful Thoughts, Lobster Bar Sea Grille, Another Fare to Remember, CrepeMaker, Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop, John Knox Village, Nikki’s Foods, Ann Marie’s Pizza and Wine, Baoshi Food Hall + Bar, Morton’s The Steakhouse, Ten Palms Restaurant at Gulfstream Park, Zona Fresca and more. The craft beer sponsor was Gold Coast Beverage and the excusive beverage sponsor was Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits.
Guests could vote on their favorite food and drinks. The top winner for culinary was Another Fare to Remember. Second place was a tie between S3 and Original Fat Cats. For drinks, first place was Fifth Generation. Second place was Copper-Cane Wines and Provisions and third place was Rock N Roll Tequila.
People could also peruse the long line of silent auction items, including entertainment packages, memorabilia and more. The top prize, however, was winning the raffle and getting up to a two-year pre-paid lease on a Lexus NX350. Only 500 tickets were available.
Those who were VIP could come in an hour early and hang out in the VIP lounge. The party was both downstairs and upstairs and people had access to the museum, where they could create photo opps in a boat, submarine, planes, with dinosaurs and more. Outside in the courtyard, the after party continued with people dancing to DJ’d beats.
Major event sponsors were Bank of America (Presenting Sponsor); Doubletime Digital (Exclusive Print Sponsor); Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (Exclusive Beverage Sponsor); JM Lexus (Grand Arrival Sponsor); Gold Coast Beverage (Beer Sponsor); John Knox Village (Platinum Lounge Sponsor); Centuric (VIP Wristbands Sponsor); JetBlue (Entertainment Sponsor), BankUnited (Auction Sponsor); M. Austin & Christine Forman and R2 Squared (Valet Sponsors); Berkowitz Pollack Brant; Blue Compass; CTS Engines; FPL; Greenberg Traurig; Gunster; JM Family Enterprises; Joe Cox & Jeremy Collette; Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital; Northern Trust; Stiles; Truist; UKG and WSVN Channel 7 (Platinum Sponsors); 5/3 Bank, Andrew Migliorini; Broward Health; Debra Hixon; Grant Thornton; Gray Robinson; Greenspoon Marder; Kari Sutter; Lochrie & Chakas, P.A.; M & T Bank; Michael Kimmey; PNC Bank and Truly Nolen (Grand Tasting Hosts).
If you missed this year, there is always next year. In the meantime, take your whole family to check out the museum or catch a film at IMAX all year long. The Museum of Discovery & Science is located at 401 SW 2nd St. in Ft. Lauderdale. For more information, visit www.mods.org.
MODS’ 27th Annual Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration–March 8
Get ready to eat till your heart’s content at the Museum of Discovery & Science’s 27th Annual Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration on March 8 from 6:30 to 10 p.m (starts at 5:30 for VIP). This is Ft. Lauderdale’s premier gourmet fundraiser. It will bring in more than 30 of South Florida’s top restaurants and guests can sip more than 50 types of wines and spirits from exclusive beverage sponsor Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits. Beer lovers will find a variety of craft beer to choose from as well, courtesy of Gold Coast Beverage in the Beer Garden.
Participating restaurants include American Fine Wine Competition, Arc Culinary, Boatyard, Fresh Kitchen, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention Center, Hellenic Republic, JC Beans Café, JDCH, L & E Fine Cooking, La Mexicana Taco Bar, Original Fat Cats, Pubbelly Sushi, Red Chair Catering, S3, Seasons 52, Tarpon River Brewing, Tasteful Thoughts, Lobster Bar Sea Grille, Another Fare to Remember, CrepeMaker, Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop, John Knox Village, Nikki’s Foods, Ann Marie’s Pizza and Wine, Baoshi Food Hall + Bar, Morton’s The Steakhouse, Ten Palms Restaurant at Gulfstream Park, Zona Fresca and more.
In addition to partaking in fine food and drink, guests can participate in the silent auction, which offers a wide array of luxury items that guests can win, including everything from getaways to entertainment packages to memorabilia.
But the most exciting offer is from JM Lexus, who is offering up 24-month pre-paid lease on a Lexus NX350 (estimated valued at $43,215) to be raffled off. Tickets for the raffle may be purchased at mods.org/lexusraffle. Only 500 tickets are available.
Major event sponsors are Bank of America (Presenting Sponsor); Doubletime Digital (Exclusive Print Sponsor); Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (Exclusive Beverage Sponsor); JM Lexus (Grand Arrival Sponsor); Gold Coast Beverage (Beer Sponsor); John Knox Village (Platinum Lounge Sponsor); Centuric (VIP Wristbands Sponsor); JetBlue (Entertainment Sponsor), BankUnited (Auction Sponsor); M. Austin & Christine Forman and R2 Squared (Valet Sponsors); Berkowitz Pollack Brant; Blue Compass; CTS Engines; FPL; Greenberg Traurig; Gunster; JM Family Enterprises; Joe Cox & Jeremy Collette; Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital; Northern Trust; Stiles; Truist; UKG and WSVN Channel 7 (Platinum Sponsors); 5/3 Bank, Andrew Migliorini; Broward Health; Debra Hixon; Grant Thornton; Gray Robinson; Greenspoon Marder; Kari Sutter; Lochrie & Chakas, P.A.; M & T Bank; Michael Kimmey; PNC Bank and Truly Nolen (Grand Tasting Hosts).
Tickets for this exciting annual event are $150 ($300 for VIP). Tickets are available to purchase at modsevents.org.
The Museum of Discovery & Science is located at 401 SW 2nd St. in Ft. Lauderdale.
JA World Uncorked 2024
By Rachel Galvin
The majesty and magic of the sea beckoned epicureans to the underwater-themed JA World Uncorked on Saturday, January 27 at the JA World Huizenga Center at the Lillian S. Wells Pavilion, 1130 Coconut Creek Blvd. in Coconut Creek. This yearly event, hosted by the Circle of Wise Women, changes themes throughout the years, but the concept remains the same; the event is a celebration of food, drinks and plenty of fun. It also benefits a great cause — the Junior Achievement of South Florida. Their mission is to help kids gain financial literacy, entrepreneurship and have workforce readiness.
This evening began with a beautiful mermaid greeting guests. They could strike a pose with her before grabbing a wine glass and heading inside. There, they would find purveyors ready to pour everything from a Franciscan Cabernet Sauvignon to a Superbird Spicy Tequila, from fine whiskeys or a tropical Mai Tai from the popular Mai Kai, which they said is opening this summer following renovations.
The wide array of spirits available, presented by Breakthru Beverage, were the perfect pairing to the tasty tidbits showcased from top local restaurants. The tastes were varied from Ahi Tuna Tartare to sliders. Funky Buddha, who is at the event year after year, served up a new appetizer– a whipped ricotta with pumpkin seed pesto, himalayan salt, toasted pumpkin seeds and organic local honey. They also presented their version of a pork belly taco. Burlock Coast offered a smoked duck and ham hock cassoulet. Italian food lovers found Chef Vico’s pasta and meatballs delicious. Velvet Taco presented a tasty Tikka Tostada. These were just a few of the multiple options available.
People sipped and savored, mixed and mingled. They also could bid on the silent auction and pose for multiple photo ops by AME Solutions and Island TV Photo Experiences, while listening to the band, hosted by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.
On their way out, people could grab some coffee at the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Joe to Go Coffee Station or The Gussack Family Exotech Espresso Martini Bar.
JA Uncorked really needs to be experienced to be fully understood for the all encompassing event that it is year after year. If you missed this year’s festivities, there is always next year. Find out more at www.jasouthflorida.org.
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Eat Your Heart Out Gives Back
The Heart Gallery continues to give back by helping foster children and the Eat Your Heart Out event benefits the organization every year. This is their 10th year.
By Rachel Galvin
A foodie-favorite, the Eat Your Heart Out event continues to bring in crowds year after year to The Galleria Mall. October 12 marked the 10th year for the event, which includes local restaurants and spirit purveyors. But it’s all for a great cause, The Heart Gallery of Broward County, which works closely with ChildNet and local foster care providers to seek adoptive families and other connections for foster children.
This year, the Heart Gallery honored Michael Goodman as their Child Advocate of the Year. He turned around and donated $5000 back to them. Also honored were photographer Michael Murphy and Galleria General Manager Mark Trouba (Sr. Marketing Manager Melissa Milroy was also noted on the plaque) for their efforts. Mayor Dean Trantalis also presented a proclamation.
The event was emceed by Eric Yutzy, the WPLG Local 10 morning news anchor. There was live music, a silent auction, a Dillard’s pop-up shop, raffle drawings and more.
Some of the new restaurants that were included were Bahama Breeze, Canyon, Funky Buddha, Gulf Stream Distillery, Red Chair Catering, Press and Grind Café, South Bar & Kitchen and YOT Bar & Kitchen. These were in addition to favorites like Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants, Eddie V’s, The Capital Grille, Hellenic Republic, La Fuga, Lips Fort Lauderdale, Sicilian Oven, Stoli Vodka, Sweeter Days Bake Shop, The Todd’s and Tulio’s Tacos & Tequila Bar.
Sponsors for the event included BBI, Hudson Family Foundation, Alaris Aerospace Systems, Advanced Roofing, Dunay, Miskal, Backman LLP, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and Lago Mar Beach Resort, with additional support from Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, Las Olas Capital Advisors LLC, RE Analysts, Stoli Group, Toothaker.org, Walter Duke + Partners, Galleria Fort Lauderdale and GPR | Goodman Public Relations. Media sponsors were City & Shore, Fort Lauderdale Media Associates, Great Locations, OutClique and WPLG Local 10.
About Michael Goodman
A trailblazing entrepreneur, community advocate and philanthropist, Goodman is revered for his marketing expertise and outstanding contributions that have left a lasting impact on the community. His commitment to South Florida families includes serving as a board chair for Neighbors 4 Neighbors, the City of Wilton Manors Community Affairs Advisory Board and the City of Oakland Park School Advisory Board. Additionally, he is an honorary board member and past vice-chair of Art and Culture Center/Hollywood and a past board member of Arc Broward, Junior Achievement, Family Central and Gilda’s Club. Goodman’s outstanding contributions have earned him numerous accolades including the 2023 Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Dreamer Award, the GFLCC 2023 Chair’s Award, the Leadership Broward Foundation Profiles in Leadership Award and more.
