It takes great people to do great thingsOnce again, Autism Pensacola is blessed to havesome great community leaders spearheading thiswonderful evening for you. We are so excitedand grateful for the leadership of Scott andAmie Remington and Justin and Kristin Beck.

Scott Remington currently serves as vice chairof the Board of Directors for Autism Pensacolaand is an attorney and shareholder at ClarkPartington. His wife, Amie Remington, servesas general counsel for Landrum. The couple isvery involved in their church and giving back tothe community through various civic organiza-tions. They live in Pensacola with their threechildren.

Justin Beck serves as president of Beck Partnersand his wife, Kristin, also have 3 children.When asked why he and Kristin decided to jointhe Remingtons as hosts for the gala, Justinreplied: “Kristin and I believe that AutismPensacola serves an extremely important role inour community by supporting the children andfamilies affected by autism. The great work thisorganization does throughout the Pensacola area is vitally important to usbecause we've personally seen families and children in our communityliving with spectrum disorders, and we know that the entire community isimpacted by autism. We are honored to join Amie and Scott Remingtonas hosts for the 2016 Gala in hopes that it raises awareness and resourcesfor Autism Pensacola.”

Scott adds, “As an API Board member, I have learned so much about thechallenges and gifts of autism. Amie and I are excited to serve in thisrole to ensure Autism Pensacola has the resources to continue makingPensacola a place that understands, accepts, and supports those livingwith autism.”

Thank you, Scott, Amie, Justin and Kristin. Leaders like you make thedifference in our community and assure that Pensacola will continue tobe a great place to live for many years to come!

Susan ByramPresident/CEOAutism Pensacola

Scott & Amie Remington

Justin & Kristin Beck

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Silver Sponsors

KAT & JAY LEA

Jim & Norma Johnson

Silver Sponsors

ROBERT J. KAHN

FAMILY

FOUNDATION

Formed in 2002, Autism Pensacola, Inc., is a 501c3 organization dedicated toimproving the lives of those living with autism in Escambia and Santa Rosacounties.

We are working to accomplish this mission through awareness, education,and support for families in our area. We provide a variety of activities through-out the year for families and community members to enjoy.

API is best known for Kids for Camp summer learning lab which has trainedmore than 265 area professionals and served more than 250 unique individualswith autism ages 2-25 over the past 13 years.

Major Goals and Programs

� Improving education for those with autism

• Kids for Camp Summer Learning Lab

• Partnership with Sacred Heart Autism Center

• Parent Empowerment Program (supported by Impact 100)

• iPads for Autism (31 families supported to date)

• Social gatherings and support opportunities for families

• Holiday gift card program for families in need through MyASDF.org

• Workshops on various topics

� Increasing safety and opportunities for inclusion for those with autism of all ages in our community

• Autism understanding campaign

• Awareness projects throughout the community

• Project Lifesaver tracking system (28 families)

• Let’s All Play recreational inclusion program

� Continuing to be an outstanding, professionally run not-for-profit

• Annual audit • United Way partner

• Report outcomes to donors

• Collaborate with community agencies to maximize impact

For more information on autism, to volunteer, or to contribute, contact Autism Pensacola, Inc.

www.autismpensacola.org • email: info@autismpensacola.org

Phone: (850) 434-7171 or (850) 450-0656

About

Susan Byram moved to the Pensacola area in June of

2001 with her husband, Mike, an engineer at Eastman

Chemicals and their two sons, David and Phillip. The

Georgia native has a Master’s degree in education and

taught 3rd grade before becoming a mom. Since David

was diagnosed with autism in 1994, she has dedicated

herself to learning about autism to help David and others like him. She has

co-founded two chapters of the Autism Society of America. She is a member

and elder at First Presbyterian Church, Pensacola.

2016 Gala Planning CommitteeHosts: Scott & Amie Remington

Justin & Kristin Beck

Becca Boles Cecily Blackledge

Joan Fitzsimmons Cate Merrill, 2014 host Rocky Parra

Angela Robichaux Leanne Steiner Hong Tran

Susan Byram, CEO

Allee’ Blay Brown, Office Manager

Special ThanksAnthea Amos and PSC Volunteers

API Volunteers

Our Celebrity Auctioneers

Bonnie Wooton, FSiGroup

Carmen Jones, Photographer

Ed Smith, Johnny Stallworth & Wendall Rich, Bartenders

Gulf Coast Audio

Naval Aviation Schools Command Students

Shannon Patterson, Fiore

Taylor Linens Services

Will Fink, James Taylor & Jason PfeifferSpecial Appearance by Allen Fink

The New Orleans Ramblers

Gulf Coast Audio

Florida Production Group

Suzanne Eaton, Marry Me

SupportersDavid Penniman The Fish House

Newk’s - Bayou Boulevard Pete Moore Chevrolet

Susan ByramPresident & CEO

Pre Paddle Pledges:Appleyard Agency

American Fidelity - Jack YanceyBaptist Health CareJay & Jen Bradshaw

Stephen BurgessJewelers Trade Shop - Corbett Davis, Jr.

Kerrigan Estess Rankin McLeod & Thompson - Mike McLeodTed Kirchharr

Landrum Family FoundationNational Standard Parts – John EndacottPensacola Pediatrics – Dr. Heather Lenga

Stevenson Klotz Attorney At Law – Eric Stevenson, Esq.Warren Averett O’Sullivan Creek – Mort O’Sullivan

Whibbs & Stone – Ryan Barnett, Esq.

Thanks to the following for their special support ofKids for Camp and Autism Pensacola this past year:

Autism Spectrum Disorder FoundationAutism Services Grant Council (Autism License Plate)

Gannett FoundationInternational Paper Foundation

Kugelman FoundationNational Inclusion Project-Let’s All Play

Rotary Club of PensacolaUnited Way of Escambia CountyWells Fargo Community Grant

API Business MembersSustaining Members

Joey & Becca Boles Logan & Sharon FinkJames & Candy McGuyre Cecilia Nanni

Business & Community Leaders MembershipsBurton & Jodi Bell Collier & Cate Merrill

Brett & Rocky Parra Scott & Amie RemingtonSue Straughn

Business & Community Members MembershipsElodie Cardon Rodney Howerton

Larry Hutcheson Laura O’BrienJohn Peacock MeMe Smith

Michael & Susan Byram

Thank You to our Chefs!

Ed SmithCatering

Gourmet Selections for Strolling Cocktail Dinner

Our heartfelt thanks to the amazing friends and chefs who provided our meal tonight!

Your gifts of time & talent are appreciated. Thank you for a wonderful evening & meal!

THE BAR

Ed Smith, Johnny Stallworth,

Wendall Rich

THE WINE BAR

Daniel Watts

THE FISH HOUSE

Billy Ballou

CARMEN’S LUNCH BAR

MariCarmen Josephs

HILTON H20

Dan Dunn

PENSACOLA BLUE WAHOOS

Travis Wilson

UNION PUBLIC HOUSE

Blake Rushing

GEORGE’S ARTISAN BAKERY

Jordan Hewes

FOUR SEASONS

Charles & Kelly Mielke

PORTABELLO MARKET

Erika Thomas

SOCHOPPED

James Colins

CLASSIC CITY CATERING

David Penniman

Special thanks to Chef David Penniman of Classic City Catering

for once again coordinating the great chefs.

David, you make such a difference in our community

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Executive Committee

Becca Boles, Chair

Scott Remington, Vice Chair

Judy Burns, Secretary

Stephen Burgess, Treasurer

Jodi Bell

Julian Irby

Sergio Penaloza

Bonnie Sferes

John Peacock, Past Chair

President/CEO

Susan Byram

Board Members at-largeDr. Leasha Barry

Logan Fink

Larry Hutcheson

Kat Lea

Teri Levin

Debbie Keremes

Ted Kirchharr

Cate Merrill

Candy McGuyre

Cecilia Nanni

Peg Nickelsen

Ryan O’Connell

Dr. Brett Parra

Sue Straughn

Sharon Thompson

Andrew Trommelen

Joe Webb

Amy Wilson

Tim Wyrosdick

Ex Officio

Kevin Doyle

Live Auction ItemsElebash Balcony “MARDI GRAS FUN”

Auctioneer: Collier MerrillWe all know how to have a good time for Mardi Gras, but Elebash Jewelers ishelping us take that to the next level with a balcony for the Friday night MardiGras Parade. Enjoy eating some pizza for 20 people from Hopjacks and coldbeer from The Lewis Bear Co. while celebrating in a local tradition!

Thank you! Elebash Jewelers, Hopjacks & The Lewis Bear Co.

PEDIGREE PUPPY

Auctioneer: Becca BolesAdorable American Kennel Club registered champion bloodline female MiniYorkshire Terrier puppy with all vaccines, American Kennel Club registration,one year health warranty and Florida health certificate. She will be about 5months old the evening of the gala & expected to weigh 2.5 pounds as an adult.Your new four-legged friend will be delivered by Marty Tackett. This alsoincludes a full groom, Harry Barker dog bowl, shampoo, brush, toys, & so muchmore from Irie Vance!

Thank you! Dennis & Marty Tackett, & Dr. Todd Burnett & Irie Vance

PENSACOLA BEACH WEEKEND ESCAPE

& LUNCH WITH MCGUIRE MARTIN

Auctioneer: Bentina TerryPensacola Beach: 3 days, 2 nights at the Pensacola Beach RV Resort Penthousewith gift certificate to Flounders or Crabs. Also includes paddle boarding. 1 bed-room, 1 bath (Sleeps 4). Details of this unique space above the clubhouse: PrivateBedroom + Sofa Bed in Living Room; fully equipped kitchenette; flexible datesbased on availability (not available May 27 – July 31). Spiral staircase entrance –not handicapped accessible. Plus: $100 gift card to Crabs or Flounders.$100 bar tabat Bamboo Willies, (2) 3 hour paddle board certificates at the Shaka Bar. Lunch with McGuire Martin: In his private office dining room in kitchen atMcGuires (6 people can attend / behind the scenes tour & oral history of the pub).

Thank you! McGuire Martin, McGuires Irish Pub, Jeremy Branning, Shaka Bar

SPORTS MEMORABILIA

Auctioneer: Lumon May Green Bay Packers Player Josh Sitton’s signed Pro Bowl jersey.

Thank you! Josh Sitton and Aiken Picture Frames

ARTISAN PARTY CATERED BY CLASSIC CITY CATERING

Auctioneer: Teri LevinYou & 9 guests get to enjoy a fun-filled catered party by Classic City Catering atthe Artisan with Teri Levin! Reach out to Teri to book your date from July 2016– December 2016. Singer Samantha LaPorta to join this wonderful evening withfriends!

Thank you! Teri Levin, David Penniman with Classic City Catering

WAHOO FOR A DAY & CINCINNATI REDS TRIP: “LET’S PLAY BALL!”

Auctioneer: Quint StuderBe a Wahoo for the day with access to the locker room, a uniform that you cankeep,involvement in the pre-game & starting line-up, sit in the dugout, access to thefamily suite + deck, plus interviewed at the end of the game! Plus a trip to see theCincinnati Reds play with flight & a 2 night hotel stay included (2 tickets to thegame). Plus dinner at the best steakhouse in Cincinnati – Jeff Ruby’s

Thank you! Quint & Rishy Studer, Pensacola Blue Wahoos & Cincinnati Reds

BAHAMAS TRIP

Auctioneer: Bobby SwitzerTrip for 2 to Bobby & Jane Switzer’s home in the Bahamas which includes airfarefor 4 people & some excursions. Bien Choisi, well chosen in French, will be the bestchoice you have made in a long time. The lovely home of Bobby & Janie Switzer islocated on Man- O-War in the Abacos (Bahamas), & it is a charming, small islandpopulated with delightful residents, both part-time and permanent, who will makeyou feel most welcome. The home is extremely comfortable, attractive & well-appointed. Its location is a sea to sea between the Atlantic and Sea of Abaco. Thehouse is right on the water which makes you think you are in a boat house and beck-ons you to enjoy the water in many ways during your stay. It is a perfect get-awayfor a group of friends or for a family.

Thank you! Bobby & Jane Switzer

Please Note: Auction items valid for one year unless otherwise specified.

Silent Auction Items1. You deserve it. Enjoy (1) Office consult and Syringe Juvederm by Dr.

James R. Patrinely to make you feel better.

Thank you! James R. Patrinely, M.D., F.A.C.S

2. Steal away for (1) office consult and Botox Injection (up to 50 units)

by Dr. James R. Patrinely and then enjoy brunch at the Ruby Slipper

Café! Look at you!

Thank you! James R. Patrinely, M.D., F.A.C.S and Ruby Slipper Café

3. Hurry up! Slow down! Take time for yourself with a (10) pack of

pilates group classes, redeemable at Pensacola or Gulf Breeze Pure

Pilates’ locations! Just what you need!

Thank you! Pure Pilates

4. Head on to Sam’s Fun City with (2) (wristbands) to enjoy Sam’s Fun

City Keys to the City (excludes waterpark).

Thank You! Sam’s Fun City

5. Fall Football! Head to Tallahassee for a home FSU Game (5 tickets)

and cheer on the Seminoles! Proudly display this signed Charlie Ward

football like a true fan would!

Thank you!Amie and Scott Remington

6. Start your day with a custom facial at Skincare by Creagh and then

head to La Bona International Boutique for a little shopping with this

$25 gift certificate.

Thank You! Skin, Creagh Ekelund and Gladies Wooten, La Bona International Boutique

7. Discover the city of Five Flags on your new Kelly green cruiser from

Regions Bank, make a stop at Urban Objects on Palafox and spend

your gift certificate.

Thank You! Cecilia Nanni, Regions Bank and Sarah Gillette, Urban Objects

8. Don’t hesitate to organize and enjoy (6) consecutive months free rent

of a 5’ x 10’ climate controlled storage unit at Patriot Self Storage valid

thru December 31, 2016. Don’t waste a minute.

Thank You! Patriots Self Storage

9. Steal away for a morning at the Skin Care Clinic and put this $150

gift certificate towards botox, filler, or laser treatments.

Thank you! Dr. Kevin Welch

10. Enjoy these original pieces of art by Louisiana artist Cyd Toups and

brighten up your space for spring.

Thank You! Cyd Duet Toups Art

11. Light up the grill and prepare a feast using your spices from Texas 1

Spice. This bucket would make a great gift as well. It includes cus-

tom spices, pickled okra and barbecue implements.

Thank You! LA Spice House, Texas 1 Spice

12. Spruce up for Spring! Enjoy this $200 gift certificate to Bluetique

and then walk across the street for lunch at Hub Stacey’s!

Thank you! Laura Belsinger, Bluetique and Hub Stacey’s

13. Enjoy this beautiful Pensacola Photography from local artist Frank

Abbott. These 12’x12’ wrapped canvasses will bring a wall to life!

Thank you! Frank Abbott Photography

14. Looking for a set of bridesmaid jewelry or some great teacher gifts!

Enjoy these individually boxed earrings or necklaces. You might even

want to keep one for yourself!

Thank you! Muffy and Trudy Jewelry

15. Need a Mother’s Day gift. Look no further. Take home this beauti-

ful hand painted angel and prayer cross by Note Worthy Art.

Thank you! Laurel Woodfin, Note Worthy Art

16. Need a night out! Enjoy this $100 gift certificate to Old Hickory

Whiskey Bar and save the Russell’s Reserve 10 year for a night at home.

Thank you! Katie Garrett, Old Hickory Whiskey Bar

17. Need a pick me up! Bid on a full face IPL treatment at Scenic

Medical Spa. You won’t regret it!

Thank you! Dr. Barbara Wade, Scenic Medical Spa

18. Christmas in April? Get a jump on the holidays with this amazing

wreath from Celebrations.

Thank you! Mary Alice Price and Debbie Turner, Celebrations

19. Liven up your walls! Local artist Dinah Remington will paint a cus-

tom abstract framed oil painting to match the winner’s color palette.

Thank you! Dinah Remington

20. Are you ready for some football? Take home this signed football

from the inaugural football season at UWF, enjoy dinner for ten at

either Hopjacks, Tin Cow or Taco Mez and then head over to a home

game at Wahoo’s Stadium.

Thank you! UWF Football Coaching Staff and Joe Abston, Hopjacks

21. Beach Day? Load up your Yeti cooler and head to beach for a fun

afternoon!

Thank you! Clark Partington

22. Football on the Plains! Head to Auburn for a home game with tick-

ets for 4 and take home this signed Gus Malzahn football (game to be

determined by donor).

Thank you! Charles & Carol Carlan, Scott & Amie Remington

23. Treat yourself or someone you love to these beautiful Kendra Scott

earrings! The lucky winner will be thrilled to take these home!

Thank you! Katie Rozier, Indigeaux Denim Bar

24. Need a new look? Go see Stacy Bloomer at Montage Salon and get a

spring haircut with this $50 gift certificate.

Thank you! Stacy Bloomer, Montage

25. Step into Spring! Take home these beautiful ferns courtesy of ARC

Gateway Nursery and liven up your outdoor spaces.

Thank you! ARC Gateway Nursery

26. Pensacola Basket! Includes large Pensacola News Journal Peli-

Wacker pelican figurine, large Golden Peli-triever pelican figurine,

large Peli-Queen Elizabeak pelican figurine, small Elvis pelican orna-

ment, small Godfeather pelican ornament, & small Peli-Queen

Elizabeak I pelican ornament. Plus a Pensacola landmark canvas by

Katie Owens with “Mae Mae Made It.”

Thank you! Jodi Bell, Pensacola News Journal and Katie Owens “Mae Mae Made It”

27. Sneak away for a pick me up at the Skin Care Clinic with this $150

gift certificate to use towards botox, filler, or laser treatments.

Thank you! Dr. Kevin Welch

28. Need to update those family photos? Be the winning bidder on this

portrait session on location with Lezli Merritt Hammon Photography.

Thank you! Lezli Merritt Hammon

29. Wine Basket! Enjoy this basket of wine from Autism Pensacola’s

Board of Directors.

Thank you! Autism Pensacola’s Board of Directors

30. Want a new look? Go to Galen at Rapunzel’s A Salon with this $130

gift certificate.

Thank you! Galen, Rapunzel’s A Salon

31. Dinner party entertaining needs? Take home this hand-turned

wooden bowl & wine stopper from artist Rusty Wood along with deli-

cious olive oil from Bodacious Olive.

Thank you! Rusty Wood & Bodacious Olive

Thank you to Celebrations who helped us package

all of the silent auction items!

Please Note:Auction items valid for one year unless otherwise specified

Honoring Sharon and Logan Fink, founders of this event, anaward is presented annually to a leader in the communitywho exemplifies the spirit of the Finks in their support ofthe community and Autism Pensacola.

Sharon and Logan have chosen BobTyler as this year’s receipient becauseof his incredible generosity to AutismPensacola as well as other organiza-tions in our community.

Congratulationsand Thank You!!

2016Autism Community Spirit Award

In honor of Sharon and Logan Fink

Mallory, Rishy & Quint Studer

Sharon & Logan Fink

Quint, Rishy, & Mallory StuderStuder Family Foundation

2015 --

Sharon And Logan Fink Autism Community Spirit Award - Bob Tyler2014 --

Sharon And Logan Fink Autism Community Spirit Award - Sandy Sansing2013 --

Sharon And Logan Fink Autism Community Spirit Award - Judy Burns2012 --

Sharon And Logan Fink Autism Community Spirit Award - Julian Irby (and wife Marilyn)

2011 --

Sharon And Logan Fink Autism Community Spirit Award - Kevin Doyle (and wife Jenny)

2010 --

Hall Of Fame Award - Jacqui O'ConnellSharon & Logan Fink Autism Community Spirit Award - Fred DonovanAutism Professional Of The Year - Debra Keremes Parent Volunteer Of The Year - Tammy Mendiola Camp Teacher Of The Year - Linda McGillTeen Volunteer Of The Year - Kenneth Richardson

2009 --

Hall Of Fame Award - Carol And Charles CarlanSharon & Logan Fink Autism Community Spirit Award - Rod KendigAutism Professional Of The Year Award - Dr. Leasha BarryParent Volunteer Of The Year Award - Jessica Lapen Camp Teacher Of The Year Award - Faye Prior

2008 --

Firestarter Of The Year (Or Hall Of Fame) Award - Kevin & Jenny Doyle 1st Sharon & Logan Fink Autism Community Spirit Award - Joe & Karen Webb

Professional Of The Year Award - Dr. Ben RenfroeVolunteer Of The Year Award - Judy Burns Camp Teacher Of The Year Award - Desierai Celeberti

2007 --

1st Hall Of Fame Awards:

Quint And Rishy Studer Logan; Sharon Fink; Julian and Marilyn Irby 2006 --

Acknowledgments: Susan Byram, Executive Director Of ASPJudy Burns, Director Of Camps Donna Fassett, Executive Director Of Arc GatewayPam Weiseman, Director Of FSU Card

Past Award Recipients

The Impact YOU makeKids for Camp Summer Learning Lab 2015 was made up of:

• 83 campers• 60 staff members• Nearly 65 teen volunteers• 10 typical friends• 7 parent leadership volunteers

� Costs for Camp 2015 was: $219,008

� Sacred Heart Hospital Autism Center donated approximately$30,000 in training and consulting services.

� Escambia County Schools donated $19,000 in facilities used andbuses for field trips.

� Parents paid $79,407 in tuition

� 81 campers received at least a 40% discount to camp. Two werefrom out of our two-county area and paid full cost, plus a sur-charge.

� 41 families received additional discounts based on income.

� 70% of all campers mastered at least 50% of their targets over the20 days of camp. Almost 90% made some gains-mastering at leastone target.

� over 95% of camp parents stated they were satisfied with camp,based on survey data.

� over 85% of camp staff said they were likely to use what theylearned at camp in their classrooms

Thoughts from our staff:“I am really excited to head back to school and to be able to use every-thing that I have learned at camp. I would love to use the data sheets thatwe have been using in camp in order to track progress. I also look for-ward to using the different prompt levels along with keeping data. I amalso going to focus more on applying ABA and using the ABC's to teachreplacement behaviors.”

- Kelley B., first year instructor, paraprofessional in SRC

Programs$363,481

Fundraising$32,101

Administration$53,752

What parents are saying:“I'm impressed with the entire team of teachers in William's class. Theyhave taken an interest in him and learned to work with him, which can bevery difficult. I appreciate their willingness to help him learn to use hisiPad as a communication device, even when he didn't want to use it. Thishas been a great summer for him.”

-- Rebecca A., parent of two children at Kids for Camp

“We are very blessed to have such amazing coaches who are so good withEddie. We always see progress in the areas that need attention. Greatprogress in social and behavior skills while at camp. What a difference!”

-- Marcia P., first-year Holm camp parent

“Mitch enjoyed going every day. The work experience was wonderful -varied experiences, small groups -outstanding!”

-- Emily H., parent of a CLS intern

Camp History DataIn our 9 years of training history,

Kids for Camp Summer Learning Lab has:

• Trained over 265 teachers in the principle of Applied Behavior Analysiswhile serving over 250 unique individuals with autism

• Of the teachers have worked at Kids for Camp 11% have attended for atleast 3 years, and 31% of campers have participated at least 3 years.

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API’s Stewardship of Your DonationsExpenses 2015

81% 12%

7%