Georgian Gala
Georgian’s biennial signature gala event is Friday, Nov. 7, 2025.
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About the Georgian gala
Georgian’s Gala, a signature biennial event, has raised more than $1.6 million since 2006. These critical proceeds provide vital support and have impacted thousands of students in financial need by providing bursaries, scholarships, awards, and boosting the support available through essential services like the Georgian FoodLocker.
Georgian College’s 2025 Gala, Flourish: uniting for student success, will carry this proud tradition forward. Standing as a cornerstone in our upcoming philanthropic endeavours, the 2025 Gala, Flourish: uniting for student success, will serve as a pivotal fundraising initiative with a far-reaching impact and directly fuel the academic aspirations of our most promising students who may struggle with financial insecurity.
The carefully chosen 2025 theme, “Flourish,” underscores Georgian’s unwavering commitment to cultivating a nurturing ecosystem where every student’s unique potential can fully blossom. Georgian’s 2025 event will showcase Georgian’s holistic approach to education, emphasizing academic excellence, personal growth, and professional development. By attending the 2025 Flourish Gala, guests will directly invest in the college’s mission to create an environment where students don’t merely succeed, but truly flourish and thrive.
Contact us
Sponsorship opportunities
Exclusive sponsorship opportunities are available.
Email Miranda McSorley or call 249.388.0781
General event inquiries
Email Jessica Finos or call 249.388.1248
2025 Gala Committee
Ali Khonsari (class of 1997 and hon. degree 2024), Co-chair
Owner and Vice President, Image Dental Laboratory
Past Chair, Georgian College Board of Governors 2022-23
Addison Wallwin (class of 2015 and 2019), Co-chair
Controller, Wallwin Electric Services Ltd.
Chris Adams
Founder and Managing Director, Adams Hamilton
David Bell
Associate Vice President, Advancement and Alumni Relations, Georgian College
Patty Bradley (class of 1995)
Senior Presidential Advisor and Government Relations, Georgian College
Alex Cardno
Wealth Advisor, Scotia Wealth Management
Parker Coulter
Broker of Record, Parker Coulter Realty
Courtney Duthie (class of 2014 and 2017)
Research Analyst, Institutional Research and Strategic Insights, Support Staff Representative, Georgian College
Jessica Finos
Annual and Legacy Giving Officer, Georgian College
Ali Houston (class of 2007)
M GROUP
Brianna McKenna
Manager, Conference and Event Services, Georgian College
Miranda McSorley (class of 2015)
Senior Development Officer, Georgian College
June Martin
Georgian retiree
Rob Mauro
Georgian College Advancement Committee
Marilyn Nigro
Faculty, School of Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation, Georgian College
Kelly Pottage
Associate Director, Engagement, Georgian College
Mira Ray
Executive Director, Research, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Georgian College
Astrid Vig-Bergsma
Executive Assistant to the Vice President, Student Success, Georgian College
Mary-Anne Willsey
Past Chair of Georgian College Board of Governors, General Manager of Business Operations, Economic Development, Chippewas of Rama First Nation
Lynne Wood
Executive Director, Information Technology, Georgian College
Looking back at 2023
Georgian’s most recent gala, Ignite the Night: An Unrivaled Gala Experience, presented by BMO was a record-breaking success, raising more than $410,000 (net proceeds) for student success initiatives. The event, sold-out and hosted at Casino Rama Resort, welcomed 300 friends of Georgian, community leaders and industry partners for an unforgettable evening of fun and fundraising.
