On Friday, May 5, 2006 the Food and Beverage Association of America honored BiZBash C.E.O. and founder David Adler with the Industry Professional of the Year award at the 50th Annual Ken Strong Memorial Scholarship Fund gala awards dinner at the New York Marriott Marquis. Adler was honored along with Joseph V. Cozza, executive director of catering for the New York Marriott Marquis, and Fedele Miranda, general manager of Peerless Merchants. Cozza was named Hospitality Professional of the Year and Miranda was awarded Industry Professional of the Year honors.
Silver tables, blue lighting, and star-shaped projections provided an appropriate backdrop for the Starlight Orchestra's performance.
Fedele Miranda, general manager of Peerless Merchants, accepted his award from Gladys Mouton di Stefano, president of the Food and Beverage Association of America.
Joseph V. Cozza, executive director of catering for the New York Marriott Marquis, addressed attendees.
