News  HOPE, Inc. to Once Again Host "Gentleman of Distinction"
       
HOPE, Inc. and the Jeannie Fleeman Sooter Family are proud to announce the second annual, Gentlemen of Distinction Fashion Show, October 22, 2005 at 7 p.m. That night we will also present an award to an individual who is a “Gentleman of Distinction” in the fight against cancer.

Twenty gentlemen from our community will take center stage modeling fall fashions from SOHO Clothier’s and Lewis and Clark Outfitters. This year’s community models will include: Eddie Armstrong, Tyson Foods, Inc.; Brandon Barber, The Barber Group; Greg Batie, GBG Appraisals; Michael Britt, Smith and Barney; Wayne Britt, retired; Jerry Carmichael, Parkway Bank; Ed Clifford, Bentonville/Bella Vista Chamber of Commerce; John George, The Pinnacle Group; Gary Head, Signature Bank; Mark McQueen, Athletic World Advertising; Dr. Greg Oakhill, Highlands Oncology; Chad Smith, Black and Decker; Dr. David Witherspoon, Optometrist; and Tom Yazwinski, KNWA. Six more models will be named in the next couple of weeks.

Name will be honored as the “2005 Bill Fleeman Gentlemen of Distinction.”

All proceeds from this event will benefit HOPE, Inc. HOPE is dedicated to helping oncology patients excel through emotional and financial assistance and the development and promotion of cancer research right here in Northwest Arkansas. HOPE’s vision is that all cancer patients will have the help they need as they face this devastating disease.

Other sponsors for this year’s event include: Highlands Oncology Group. NARTI, Dr. and Mrs. J. Thad Beck, Dr. and Mrs. Patrick Travis, the Bank of Arkansas, Signature Bank, Athletic World Advertising, Tyson Foods, Inc., Miller Boskus Black, The Event Group, and Crossover Liquor. Media Sponsors are: the Arkansas Democrat Gazette, KNWA and Cumulus Radio Group.

Tickets for the event are $75 per person with several exclusive tables available. Tickets and tables must be reserved by October 14. For more information, please call the HOPE business office at 479.725.2140.
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