About The Event
Last year, the 2008 Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic raised an amazing $1 million dollars. Since 1989, Chris Evert's efforts have contributed over $17.7 million in an ongoing campaign against drug abuse and child neglect in Florida. With the help of loyal and generous sponsors, participating celebrities, legions of volunteers and a dedicated staff, Chris Evert continues to raise money to fund programs that ensure a bright future for at-risk children and their families. Hosted at the Delray Beach Tennis Center and the celebrated Boca Raton Resort & Club, this multi-day event features two days of Pro-Celebrity Tennis, the Classic Cocktail Party, Tennis with Chrissie and Friends at the Pro-Am and the Pro-Celebrity Gala, an elegant, first-class evening of entertainment, dining and dancing. Don’t forget about the exciting live auction at the Gala with exceptional, one-of-kind items that you will have to see to believe!
About Our Title Sponsor
Founded in 1962 and a public company since 1983, Raymond James (NYSE-RJF) is a diversified financial services holding company with subsidiaries engaged primarily in investment and financial planning, in addition to investment banking and asset management. Its three principal wholly owned broker/dealers, Raymond James & Associates, Raymond James Financial Services and Raymond James Ltd., have more than 5,300 financial advisors serving 1.8 million accounts in 2,300 locations throughout the United States, Canada and overseas. Total client assets are approximately $207 billion, of which approximately $30 billion are managed by the firm’s asset management subsidiaries.
The company, which through the years has continued to focus on client interests, needs and service while supporting the independence of its affiliated advisors, is pleased that its business and corporate culture receive frequent honors from third parties. In 2009, Raymond James, for the second year running, was named best full-service broker in the SmartMoney Annual Broker Survey*, and its equity research analysts were honored by three national publications. Florida Trend magazine named the company one of the "Best Places to Work in Florida," and earlier in the year, Computerworld named the company one of the "100 Best Places to Work in IT." In addition, two Raymond James advisors were named to Barron’s “Top 100 Women Financial Advisors” list for third time.
Raymond James believes in giving back to the communities in which it conducts business. The firm is a leader in this regard, and has been recognized nationally for the depth of its community support and corporate philanthropy. Raymond James is significantly involved with many charitable organizations, especially those focused on health and human services, education and the arts. For more information about the company, visit raymondjames.com.
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