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Carson, Calif. (May 27, 2005) — Chairman
of the OTS Logistics Group Owen Glenn attended a Black Tie and Pearls
Dinner with sailing legend Dennis Connor May 17. The memorable evening was
in aid of the Sydney Heritage Fleet, which is a non-profit organization
that cares for 11 historical vessels. The Fleet receives no government
funding and relies solely on its charter and display activities and
donations. For this reason Mr. Glenn agreed for OTS Logistics to be the
main sponsor for the event.
Owen Glenn dances with his
mother, Decima, at the fundraiser held May 17, 2005.
Mr. Glenn said he actively supports many
charitable causes and conservation initiatives as he sees philanthropy as
an invaluable and fulfilling social obligation.
Mr. Glenn's decision to sponsor the Heritage Fleet in Sydney, where he now
resides, is best described in the Fleet's Mission Statement, 'To build and
maintain an internationally recognized centre of excellence in maritime
heritage for Australians by presenting through research, acquisition,
conservation, restoration and operation our continuing maritime history.
Mr. Glenn agrees that this work can only continue as long as essential
financial support is found.'
The evening raised funds for the Fleet through silent and live auctions.
Some of the silent items were artworks by Pablo Picasso, Raoul Dufy and
David Boyd whereas the live auction included a Captains Dinner on the
James Craig, a corporate sailing day, a signed America's Cup shirt, Autore
South Sea Pearls and even an Alfa Romeo. A raffle was also held to raise
money. The winner received a fabulous KIA Rio plus an all expenses paid
six night stay on board the 112-foot luxury motor yacht Ubiquitous. This
alone raised just over USD 15,116.20 (AUD 20,000).
From left to right, Dennis
Connor, Owen Glenn and Alan Bond stand behind the scenes during the event.
Other top Australian celebrities who attended
included Alan Bond, Colin Beashel, John Eales, Ian Kiernan, Nick
Farr-Jones and Iain Murray. The KJ Allstars Swing Orchestra played great
swing classics from the likes of Gershwin, Cole Porter and Glenn Miller
provided the entertainment for the evening. The evening was a great
success in aid for a well deserving cause.
About The Owen Glenn Foundation
Owen Glenn created the Glenn Family Foundation to provide assistance to
areas in need. The Foundation begins at a grass roots level by
interviewing local figures to understand what help the area needs most.
Based on this information, the Foundation provides help on a larger scale
with logistics, organization and funding. The Foundation is committed to
bettering the lives and livelihoods of underprivileged people throughout
India, China and the Philippines.
About OTS Logistics Group
OTS Logistics Group is a major global provider of logistics services
including ocean freight consolidation. It operates through multiple brands
worldwide including AFS, Brennan, Conterm, DCL, Export Freight Services,
GPS and Vanguard Logistics. The group operates 177 offices and agencies
worldwide in over 105 countries.
Disclaimer: The USD equivalent amount in this
release has been calculated using the foreign exchange rates listed on
www.oanda.com.
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