
With a timeless appeal and style, The Biltmore Hotel is Miami’s most elegant National Historic Landmark. Spanning over 150 acres of tropical landscape, the 271-room resort, includes 174 suites and features spectacular Mediterranean architecture with Italian, Moorish and Spanish influences. Explore downtown Coral Gables renowned restaurants, boutiques, businesses, and the illustrious Miracle Mile, all within minutes—or venture to Miami Beach and other major Miami Things to Do.

Honorary Gala Chair
Carolina Rendeiro
Honorary Consulate of Portugal in Miami
Chief Marketing/Developent Officer, Connect2Global, Inc
Gala Weekend Agenda
Friday, October 9, 2020
2nd Bi-Annual National Conference of Portuguese Americans
The Biltmore Hotel
PALCUS Gala Welcome Reception
(Invitation and Members Attending Gala Only)
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 10, 2020
2nd Bi-Annual National Conference of Portuguese Americans
The Biltmore Hotel
Annual Leadership Awards Gala
Cocktail Reception: 6:00 p.m.
Dinner and Awards: 7:00 p.m.
The Biltmore Hotel
Sunday, October 13, 2019
Fun Activity
Hotel reservations can be made here
Last Day to Book: Thursday, September 17, 2020
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
More Sponsorship Categories to be added soon
AMBASSADOR’S CIRCLE, $10,000 +
(Cash Sponsorship or In-Kind* Donation of Goods or Services)
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Table of 10 complimentary gala tickets (for Cash sponsors only; In-Kind sponsors receive 2 complimentary tickets)
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Distinguished Guest seated at table (Optional)
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Recognition by Master of Ceremonies at Gala opening
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Premiere recognition in Gala program with one page color ad and on Gala webpage with company web link
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Recognition on PALCUS webpage as significant PALCUS supporter for one year with link to company website
CONGRESSIONAL CIRCLE, $7,500+
•(Cash Sponsorship or In-Kind* Donation of Goods or Services)
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8 complimentary gala tickets (for Cash sponsors only; In-Kind sponsors receive 2 complimentary tickets)
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Distinguished Guest seated at table (Optional)
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Recognition by Master of Ceremonies at Gala opening
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Recognition in Gala program with one page ad
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Recognition on Gala webpage with company web link
LEADERS CIRCLE, $5,000+
Cash Sponsorship or In-Kind* Donation of Goods or Services)
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6 complimentary gala tickets (for Cash sponsors only; In-Kind sponsors receive 2 complimentary tickets)
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Recognition in program book with one full page black & white ad
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Recognition on Gala webpage with company web link
PATRONS CIRCLE, $2,000+
Cash Sponsorship or In-Kind* Donation of Goods or Services)
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4 complimentary gala tickets (for Cash sponsors only; In-Kind sponsors receive 2 complimentary tickets)
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Recognition in Gala program with half page black & white ad
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Recognition on Gala webpage with company web link
UNIQUE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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Welcome Reception (Friday evening), $1250
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Annual Meeting, $1,000
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Gala Cocktail Reception, $1,500
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Dessert, $1,200
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Centerpieces, $1,500
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Gala Awards
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Wine
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After-Gala Celebration - $1,000
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Gala Gift Bags
One sponsor per category, first come first served
Sponsors are recognized in Gala Program with a listing of their specific sponsorship(s) and on our website at http://www.palcus.org/
GALA PROGRAM ADS ONLY (Black & White)
Requirements for logos and ads: camera-ready in high-resolution, print-ready pdf or jpg format. Minimum 600 dpi. Dimension requirements for ad submissions:
$1,000 Full page: 8.5" wide x 11.0” high max w/ full bleed
$500 Half page: 6.0” wide x 4.5” high max
$250 Quarter page: 3.0” wide x 4.5” high max
$150 Business card: Regular-business card size
$50 Business listing: Include business name, address, & telephone
The Gala Program provides companies, organizations, and individuals the opportunity to place ads to promote themselves, congratulate awardees, and support PALCUS and its mission.
The Awards Gala has been covered widely by Luso Americano, Tribuna Portuguesa, O Jornal, SIC, RTPi, Rádio Voz do Emigrante, WJFD, KSQQ Radio, CCP Mundial, Comunidades USA Magazine, The Portuguese Times, A Diáspora Macaense na América & Brazilian Post and many other news outlets.
Gala Host Committee
Christopher St. Victor-de Pinho, CT
Joe da Rosa, CA
John Rebelo, CA
Marie Fraley, RI
Mary Borba Parente, CA
Gala Committee
Co-Chairs
Gloria Sousa
Ilidio Pereira
Committee
Angela Simoes
Anabela Dacruz-Melo
John Bento
Katherine Soares
Lisa de Medeiros Morris
Manny Geraldo
Paul do Forno
Full Page ad
Half Page ad
Quarter page ad
Business card ad
Business name Listing
Hotel Accommodations
The Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Reserved Block of Rooms:
Thursday, October 8 - Sunday, October 11
Standard Room: $219 per night plus tax and fees
To make reservations:
1. Reservation Web link: Reserve here
2. Book by phone: 305-445-1926 or toll free 1 855-311-6903
3. Reference: Group Booking ID# 6077 “PALCUS Conference and Gala”
NOTE: Cutoff date is September 17, 2020 for special PALCUS rate
