A Heartfelt Tribute to Their Enduring Impact on Miami’s Arts and Cultural Community
Wednesday, February 19, 2025, the Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) was filled with anticipation as it prepared to host its 16th Annual Corporate Luncheon. This event, presented by Constellation Culinary Group, has long been a cornerstone in Miami’s cultural calendar, celebrating the symbiotic relationship between the business community and the arts.
This year, the luncheon held special significance as PAMM honored Nick Korniloff on behalf of Art Miami Show Group. Their unwavering commitment to the museum and dedication to enriching South Florida’s cultural landscape have left an indelible mark on the community.
As the afternoon unfolded, nearly 300 of South Florida’s business leaders gathered, their conversations filled with enthusiasm and shared purpose. They networked, explored private gallery tours, and engaged in discussions about the future of the arts in Miami. Guests savored a gourmet strolling lunch, all while taking in the breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay and PAMM’s diverse exhibitions.
This year’s program delved into the fascinating intersection of sports and art, featuring a special video presentation with insights from Thomas Anthony Abraham, Yasmine Gahed, Pedro A. Guerrero, and Kevin Love. Their stories highlighted the profound connections between athleticism and creativity, inspiring all in attendance.
The funds raised from the luncheon directly benefited PAMM’s arts education initiatives, which serve over 47,000 children annually. This makes it the largest arts education program in Miami-Dade County outside the public school system, underscoring the museum’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of artists and art enthusiasts.
Luncheon Co-Chairs:
- Juan M. Delgado, Winston & Strawn LLP
- Laura B. Kaplan, BNY Wealth
Sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor:
- Constellation Culinary Group
Platinum Sponsors:
- Art Miami + CONTEXT
- DLA Piper LLP
- Sidley Austin LLP
- Winston & Strawn LLP
Gold Sponsors:
- BNY Wealth
- Century Risk Advisors
- Citadel and Citadel Securities
- JW Marriott Marquis Miami
- PK1
- Podhurst Orseck, P.A.
- The Related Group
Silver Sponsors:
- Aroma Espresso
- Arquitectonica
- Bank of America
- Citi
- Florida International University
- Fortune International Group
- Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
- Lott & Fischer
- Shutts & Bowen LLP
- The Americas Collection
- University of Miami
- Verity Partners, Inc.
- Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman
Photo: World Red Eye
ABOUT PAMM
Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), under the visionary leadership of Director Franklin Sirmans, is devoted to promoting artistic expression and the exchange of ideas. The museum advances public knowledge and appreciation of art, architecture, and design, reflecting the diverse community of its geographic location at the crossroads of the Americas. Established 41 years ago as the Miami Art Museum (MAM), PAMM unveiled its new building on December 4, 2013, in Downtown Miami’s Maurice A. Ferré Park. Designed by the world-renowned architects Herzog & de Meuron, this state-of-the-art facility exemplifies sustainable museum design and progressive programming. It encompasses 200,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor program space, featuring flexible galleries, shaded outdoor verandas, a waterfront restaurant and bar, a museum shop, and an education center equipped with a library, media lab, and classroom spaces.
Website: https://www.pamm.org/en/