Gala Corina Sponsors

The Gala Corina always finds the financial sponsorship of local patrons and businesses tremendously helpful in producing an event of this size. Because we typically prefer to take over a building that is vacant or under construction, our chosen temporary gallery is usually somewhat raw, with limited electricity and running water. After we establish electrical service, we install our own lighting and complete any minor construction necessary to make the space code compliant. Add to that the costs of renting the space, insurance, security, marketing, website design and hosting, and opening reception food and drinks, and you get an idea of our financial obligations.

To meet these expenses we rely on corporate sponsorship. The generosity of previous building owners, along with major repeat contributors like Outback Steakhouse and Beck Construction, have helped elevate the show to its current status. We are very thankful for their support.

In return for their support, contributing individuals and businesses are represented on this website for the duration of the year, as well as in the sponsors page of the show’s full-color program. Sponsors are also thanked on 88.5 FM’s live broadcast of ‘Art In your Ear’ prior to the show’s opening.

Individuals or businesses who are interested in supporting the Gala Corina, either financially or with production, should send us their contact information. Volunteers interested in helping to complete the production of the show should also contact us stating their interest.

Esperanza Sponsors

The American Institute of Architects, Tampa Bay
The American Institute of Architects has showed continued support by sponsoring and participating in ser Libre. We appreciate their involvement and look forward to maintaining a unique relationship with this respected organization.

2003 marked the first year that the local chapter of the AIA sponsored the Gala Corina directly, but they had been supporting local art for some time through their Art by Architects series of gallery openings at their Downtown office and gallery space located at 200 North Tampa Street, Suite 100, in Tampa. A noted success, this local AIA chapter gallery has become a model for other national chapters.

84 Lumber
Contributing to the foundation by providing structural materials for this year’s installation, we are thankful for 84 Lumber’s very generous support.

City of Tampa
Paul Wilborn and the City of Tampa provided integral support for our effort

Directions Media, Inc. & Industrial Strength, Inc.
Thanks to Directions Media, Inc. and Industrial Strength, Inc. for producing the background graphics, providing the lighting and video projection equipment, technical support and operators for the fashion show and the slide slam.

Goodman Entertainment
The group at Goodman Entertainment is dedicated to promoting the careers of aspiring, talented artists.

James C. Weber, CPA
James Weber has contributed to the Gala Corina for the past few years. A former IRS Agent, he operates with Business Service Systems. We appreciate his ability to assist us in our financial affairs. For more information about the services he offers, contact James by phone at 727-520-8652, or via email: jcwebercpa@aol.com.

Level Salon
Level Salon is a full service Aveda Concept salon offering the full-line of complimentary Aveda value-added signature services. The salon also offers the Aveda family of retail products in conjunction with the Aveda color line.

Peroni Italian Beer
One of the few Italian beers imported. Peroni is a light pilsner, clean with herbal hops.

PAR
Founded in 1978, Psychological Assessment Resources, Inc. (PAR), is a leading publisher of assessment instruments, software, books, and other related materials. Over the past two decades, we have earned a reputation for providing our Customers with innovative assessment solutions and outstanding Customer Service.

Look Hair Group
Look Hair Group and Color Studio, a salon where you can experience expert hair services and lavish treatments as you relax and leave all your worries behind.