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Experience a Parisian Evening of Glamour at the 34th Annual Pet Afflaire Gala

In Local News, Uncategorized on October 16, 2025 at 12:47 pm

DAYTON, OHIO – The Humane Society of Greater Dayton invites you to an unforgettable night of French-inspired elegance and heartfelt generosity at the 34th Annual Pet Afflaire Gala. Returning to the historic Dayton Arcade on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., this beloved tradition once again welcomes both two- and four-legged guests for an evening unlike any other.

Humane Society of Greater Dayton is a non-profit organization dedicated to building a community in which all animals are valued and free from suffering. Through education, outreach, and support, we provide shelter and care to animals in need while working to inspire kindness, respect, and a sense of responsibility for the well-being of all animals.

Paws in Paris: An Evening in the City of Lights

Step into a romantic Parisian dream as the Dayton Arcade, located at 35 W 4th St, Dayton, OH 45402, transforms into a dazzling French soirée. Begin the night with an indulgent Sniff & Greet cocktail hour featuring gourmet hors d’oeuvres for both pets and their humans. A decadent dinner follows, offering exquisite culinary selections inspired by classic French cuisine.

A photo of happy attendees from the 2024 Pet Afflaire…

Evening Highlights Include:

  • Enjoy handcrafted cocktails from our open bar, including a signature Parisian-inspired drink
  • Enter the dazzling James Free Jewelers raffle for a chance to win a stunning piece of fine jewelry
  • Arrive in style with complimentary valet parking
  • Raise your paddle in our live auction, featuring once-in-a-lifetime experiences and remarkable items
  • Explore more than 50 captivating silent auction items featuring luxury goods, trips, and exclusive local offerings
  • Enjoy live French-inspired entertainment
  • Most importantly, support the life-saving mission of the Humane Society of Greater Dayton. Your participation funds vital programs that protect, heal, and rehome animals in our community

Event Details:

  • Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
  • Time: 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
  • Location: The Dayton Arcade, 35 W 4th St, Dayton, OH 45402
  • Cost: $150 per person | $1,200 per table (8 seats)

Register Today

Spots are filling up quickly! Secure your tickets at www.hsdayton.org/gala. Every ticket purchased directly impacts the lives of homeless and vulnerable animals across the Miami Valley.

Special Thanks to Our Generous Sponsors

We extend heartfelt gratitude to this year’s sponsors, including Jeff Schmitt Chevy and Your Miami Valley Chevy Dealers, James Free Jewelers, Lawrence & Debbie Klein, Stahl Vision, Teresa Huber, Back to Business I.T., Houser Asphalt & Concrete, The Jesse & Caryl D. Philips Foundation, Rock Creek Renovations, WHIO, and Wild Birds Unlimited.

For more information, please visit www.hsdayton.org.

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Gery Deer presents Referral Marketing Master Class at The Hub on February 7th

In Business, Dayton Ohio News, Economy, Education, finances, Local News, Media, News Media, Uncategorized on January 16, 2024 at 3:32 pm

In conjunction with International Networking Week, GLD Communications has scheduled a Referral Marketing Master Class at The Hub in the Dayton Arcade, 31 South Main Street, Dayton, OH 45402, on Wednesday, February 7th,11:30 AM until 1:00 PM. The class typically costs more than $250, but this session has been specially priced at just $40 per person.

Presented by GLD Communications’s founder and creative director, Gery Deer, the 90-minute lunch-and-learn session includes techniques for identifying and developing referral partnerships. Pre-registration is required. Seats sell out quickly. Register at gldcommunications.com. 

GLD Communications Creative Director, Gery Deer, will present the class.

Deer started GLD Communications in 1997 as a part-time job. Today, it is an old-school public relations firm with media production and content distribution all under one roof. The company provides newswire stories, documentary-styled film productions, podcasting, reputation and crisis management, and copywriting services. This master class is part of the agency’s business success coaching services.

Deer said people rarely learn to turn passive networking into proactive referral partnerships. It requires strategy, time, and commitment. He also noted that most people confuse networking with referral marketing when they are symbiotic.

“People mistakenly interchange the words networking’ and referral marketing, but the two have a causal relationship,” said Deer. “This master class explains how strategic networking is just the beginning and provides the opportunity for Referral Marketing partnerships that can generate revenue for years.”

An award-winning writer and creative director, Deer has navigated many changes in his business over the years. “We have withstood recession, lagging sales, and staffing issues,” he said. “I built and maintained our public relations media agency on referrals, but it was a massive learning curve. I wish someone had a class like this back when I started.”

Deer said the course also offers insight into leveraging your current networking opportunities to identify potential referral partners. He will also cover the various networking organizations ranging from service clubs like Rotary to professional referral organizations, specifically Business Networking International (BNI). Nikki Gates, Managing Director of the Miami Valley Ohio Region of BNI, will also be in attendance to offer information on her organization’s growth in the Dayton market. 

Event parking is not included but is available at Reibold Parking, 25W W. 5th St., Dayton, 45422. For more information and a direct link to register, visit www.gldcommunications.com. 

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