SEATTLE, Wash., May 25, 2010 – Executive Development Institute (EDI) held its annual benefit dinner and auction "Inclusion Fusion" at Seattle's newly renovated SODO Park on May 20th. Over 250 guests participated in the silent and live auctions contributing about $90,000 in funds.
Mariners Manager Don Wakamatsu made a special appearance and mingled with guests. The dinner's bright and festive ambiance highlighted entertainment by the Mariachi Fiesta Mexicana musicians and Korean Morning Star Taiko drummers and dancers. Guests were served Hispanic and Asian fusion dishes including Cilantro Crusted Halibut, Chimichurri Beef, Shitake-Asparagus Tamale with Mole and Spicy Ginger Mandarin Cabbage Slaw.
As "Inclusion Fusion" conveys, EDI is embarking on a new chapter in its 16 year history. The non-profit leadership institute will be expanding its programs to additional ethnic groups. Last year, EDI successfully introduced a leadership program tailored for Hispanic participants in addition to its long-established programs for Asian-Pacific participants. Over 500 participants have graduated from EDI leadership programs.
Funds raised will allow EDI to continue to expand its programs both in content and diversity. EDI's vision is to be the preeminent leadership institute where corporations and organizations seek diverse global leaders. Its programs encourage cultural authenticity as a springboard to advance global business and cross-cultural understanding.
Major sponsors for this benefit dinner include Prudential, KeyBank Foundation, State Farm Insurance, Weyerhaeuser, Boeing, Nordstrom, and Wells Fargo. Emcees for the event were Jaime Mendez, anchor for Univision and Marlee Ginter, anchor for KOMO. Laura Michalek, "Seattle's Fundraising Auctioneer," was the featured auctioneer. For more information on EDI and its leadership programs, please visit www.ediorg.org.
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