Arizona Gala 2025

NIAF Regional Arizona Gala
Saturday, February 1, 2025
4747 N. Goldwater Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Caesars Republic Scottsdale, A Hilton Hotel

Reception 6:00pm Cleopatra Pool & Romulus Ballroom Foyer
Dinner 7:00pm Romulus Ballroom
Black-Tie or Military Dress

Honoring

Dom Ruggiero
Chef & Founder of Cast Iron Concepts with the 2025 Tomaso Culinary Excellence Award
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Francis Joseph DeBlasi
Financial Advisor, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with the 2025 NIAF Honoree Award
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Salvatore Anthony “Torey” Lovullo
Manager, Arizona Diamondbacks of Major League Baseball with the 2025 NIAF Honoree Award
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Mark Manjardi
Master of Ceremonies
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Pete Melucci
NIAF Regional Vice President Southwest & Gala Chair
Massimo Sommacampagna
NIAF Area Coordinator
Gala Co-Chairs
Mike Farrar
NIAF Area Coordinator
Gala Co-Chairs

Entertainment

Ripalta Bufo, Opera Singer
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DJ Paul Amendola, Aah Media

Proceeds from the event benefit NIAF and Baller Dream Foundation

Presenting Sponsor