28th Annual Iota Phi Achievement Dinner

777 Casino Drive,Pittsburgh PA 15212

12 November, 2022

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REGISTRATION CLOSES ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND AT NOON Please join us at the 28th Annual Iota Phi Achievement Dinner hosted by the Iota Phi Foundation in collaboration with the Iota Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. on Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM in the Rivers Casino Event Center. Dinner will be served promptly at 6:00 PM. The Mistress of Ceremonies for this Black Tie Optional event is Orlana Darkins Drewery. We will be celebrating the accomplishments of a wide range of leaders in our region and honoring five local high school seniors with college scholarships. There will be dancing and entertainment featuring DJ Nate Da Barber from approximately 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM. We are proud to announce that the following exemplary leaders will be receiving awards at the 2022 Iota Phi Achievement Dinner: Business: Andrew Allen, Owner, Showcase Barbeque Education: Dr. Margaret J. Starkes, School Principal, Pittsburgh Public Schools Medicine/Health: Dr. Christina Wilds, Director of Health Equity & Disparities, Allegheny Health Network Community Advocacy: Denise Head, Executive Director, Mt. Ararat Community Activity Center Sylvester Pace Humanitarian: Howard A. Russell Jr., Board President, Kappa Scholarship Endowment Fund Emerging Leader: Dr. Armani Davis, Chief Talent Recruitment/Development Officer, Shadyside Academy Lifetime Achievement: The Honorable Joseph K. Williams III, Judge, Allegheny Court of Common Pleas Citizen of the Year: Dr. Trisha M. Gadson, CEO, Jefferson Regional Foundation Omega Man of the Year: Michael Howard Sr., Officer Specialist, United States Courts The Iota Phi Foundation is a group of college-educated African American men who are committed to improving the quality of life of people in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. Our vision is to use our rich tradition and intergenerational network to create relationships and programs that transform communities throughout Western Pennsylvania. Our signature programs include the Pittsburgh Omega Dr. Carter G. Woodson Saturday Academy, Cooking with the Ques Culinary Program, Cross Cultural Youth Leadership Program, Media Production Bootcamp, Outdoor Adventure Program, Fright Nights at Anderson Manor, Thanksgiving Food Giveaway, Christmas Toy Giveaway, and the Sylvester Pace Historically Black College & University Tour. Please consider supporting this important community event by purchasing a table, serving as a sponsor, or purchasing an ad in the souvenir program book. All proceeds will benefit our various programs and services offered throughout the year. Mail logos and artwork to [email protected]. Tickets are $125pp for the Achievement Dinner and celebration to follow. Note: You can purchase tickets for $50 if you would like to join us for the Dancing & Music featuring DJ Nate Da Barber from 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM. Attire is Black Tie Optional. Please make all checks payable to: Iota Phi Foundation, a tax-exempt organization (EIN# 23-2907335). Mail checks to: Iota Phi Foundation c/o Achievement Dinner, 1423 Liverpool Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Checks must be received by November 1, 2022 so that we can provide a headcount. Many thanks to last year's 27th Annual Achievement Dinner Sponsors! Rivers CasinoUPMCDuquesne LightHighmarkDollar BankCommunity Empowerment AssociationThe Citizens Science LabPictures of those honored at last year's event can be seen below. CLICK HERE to view more photos from the 27th Annual Iota Phi Achievement Dinner from November 13, 2021 at Rivers Casino.