The Votes Are In!
2024 Readers' Choice is back, bigger and better than ever!
View Winners → Renowned Singer & Composer Paul Anka Headlines 28th Annual Crystal Ball in Pasadena
Arts Oct 19, 2017
by
share with
Worldwide performer Paul Anka. – Courtesy photo
The Methodist Hospital Foundation will host the 28th Annual Crystal Ball celebration featuring “An Evening with Legendary Singer and Songwriter Paul Anka” at the Pasadena Convention Center on Saturday, Oct. 28 at 5:30 p.m. Proceeds from the event will support Women’s Health Services at Methodist Hospital.
With its popularity increasing each year, Crystal Ball has evolved into an annual fundraising gala and has become a popular social event of the year in the San Gabriel Valley. Throughout its history it has generated more than $7.5 million to support such programs as the Rehabilitation Unit, Cardiac, Stroke, Emergency Services, and the Next Generation of Care Campus Transformation at Methodist Hospital.
This year’s festivities will honor Ron and Nan Okum for their commitment and dedication to Methodist Hospital and our community. With the experienced leadership of event co-chairs Christine Antonovich and Mickey Segal, this promises to be a successful fundraiser and friend-raiser for Methodist Hospital.
The dynamic duo of Mickey and Christine are co-chairing together for the second time. Overall, for Antonovich it’s her fourth time as co-chair, and for Segal, it’s his fifth time. Segal said he would co-chair the event once again as long as Antonovich agreed to be his partner alongside him.
“Crystal Ball is such an elite event, so I was deeply honored that Mickey asked me to co-chair with him once again,” says Christine, who along with her husband, former L.A. County Supervisor Mike Antonovich, were the honorees at Crystal Ball in 2014. “The event is so very important to the success of the hospital and the community. Raising funds for women’s health care is such a significant cause that will help create a healthier, more vibrant community.”
“Co-Chairing with Christine is incredible,” says Segal, who serves as the Managing Partner of Nigro Karlin Segal Feldstein & Bolno and oversees the day-to-day operations of one of the largest and most well-known business management firms in the nation. “She gives her all in our fundraising effort; and her contacts and friends step up and support the Crystal Ball all the time. She is a true leader in the fundraising effort for Methodist Hospital.”
Antonovich is a symbol of success as well, as a model and actress who balances her work and personal life. Raised in Dalian, China, she has appeared on stage and in films, captivating audiences while performing in numerous popular television series and earning the Chinese equivalent of an Academy Award. In addition, she is a dedicated supporter of Methodist Hospital, serving for many years in leadership roles to ensure the success of Crystal Ball.
In addition, Segal is also pleased that this year’s event will honor long-time hospital supporters Ron and Nan Okum.
“I’ve known Ron and Nan for 15 years and they’re very special people who are dedicated to Methodist Hospital,” says Segal. “Ron has been an amazing asset for us. He is a creative thinker, leader, and supporter, and he has actively brought donors to the table to support to the Foundation when, often times, we were previously unable to gain their support.”
The Okums are sincerely appreciative to be honored at Crystal Ball.
“Nan and I are humbled to be recognized by the Crystal Ball organizing committee as this year’s honorees,” says Ron. “When Mickey and I were co-chairs of the event a few years ago, we set a record by raising $685,000 for the hospital. So our goal this year is to top this number.”
Mickey shares Ron’s enthusiasm for the event, “Methodist Hospital would not be the same without this event,” says Mickey. “I encourage all of Arcadia, all of our personal friends, and all of the surrounding communities to attend in order to ensure Methodist Hospital continues to be one of the best hospitals in the region.”
For additional information, contact Methodist Hospital Foundation at 626-898-8888 or email: crystalball@ methodisthospital.org.
