The music business will come collectively on October 15 at Los Angeles’ Pacific Design Middle to have fun the Metropolis of Hope Spirit of Life Gala. This yr’s honoree, Tom Corson, co-chairman and COO of Warner Data, will likely be feted for his work with the main complete most cancers heart. Michael Bublé is slated to carry out.
“This yr’s marketing campaign is about greater than fundraising — it’s about restoring the fullness of life,” Corson stated at a Might 20 gathering saying the occasion date. “At Warner, we regularly say it’s not simply in regards to the track — it’s in regards to the artist. In the identical method, Metropolis of Hope is about individuals, their goals and their futures. It’s an honor to help that work.”
Corson’s recognition because the Spirit of Life honoree displays each his skilled achievements and his enduring dedication to philanthropy. He has served on Metropolis of Hope’s board and its Style of Hope committee, serving to advance analysis and affected person care.
Aaron Bay-Schuck, Corson’s companion at Warner Data and co-chairman/CEO, praised his colleague’s management on the perform, which occurred at Fowl Streets members membership and was attended by a who’s who of the music business, together with AEG’s Jay Marciano, UTA’s David Zedeck, iHeartRadio’s Alissa Pollack, attorneys Donald Passman, John Frankenheimer and Josh Binder amongst others. “Tom is a protector. He protected our artists, our group and our firm throughout a few of the hardest occasions, together with COVID and the L.A. wildfires,” stated Bay-Schuck. “And when most cancers hit near dwelling, he protected his household and pals with unwavering energy. … That’s why this award is so becoming. Tom exemplifies what the Spirit of Life stands for. His management, resilience, and humanity encourage us all.”
“Like so many individuals, my household has been personally affected by most cancers,” Bublé stated in an announcement. “Metropolis of Hope is doing the work that adjustments lives. I’m thrilled to help this trigger and assist honor Tom, whose management continues to make such a deep impression.”
Added Kristin Bertell, chief philanthropy officer at Metropolis of Hope: “Philanthropy is what powers our tempo. Each time the music group exhibits up, it brings vitality, sources, and hope to these dealing with most cancers. And it reminds each affected person that they’re not alone.”
Metropolis of Hope is without doubt one of the nation’s top-ranked establishments for most cancers analysis and remedy. Its longstanding relationship with the music business dates again over 50 years, starting with Warner’s personal Mo Ostin in 1973.
