About
The annual JDRF Hope Gala brings together the diabetes community for an unforgettable evening featuring an expansive silent auction, one-of-a-kind live auction, seated dinner, live entertainment, and a night of fundraising all in support of JDRF. Last year’s event raised a record-breaking $2.1 million for type 1 diabetes research. Save the date for next year’s event on Saturday, May 11, 2024.
Event Leadership
Jayna Cacioppo
Revenue Committee Chair
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Revenue Committee Chair
Jayna is a partner in the Indianapolis office of Taft, and the past Chair of the Indianapolis Litigation practice group. Jayna’s practice concentrates in the areas of complex commercial, civil, and white-collar criminal litigation, as well as regulatory investigations by state and federal agencies. She is a trial lawyer with significant courtroom experience in both criminal and civil matters. Jayna is currently serving in her second year on the JDRF Indiana Community board and leading Hope Gala sponsorship efforts as Revenue Committee Chair.
Jennifer Sullivan
Auction Committee Chair
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Auction Committee Chair
Jennifer Sullivan is a National Director at Experis Health Solutions and serving in her third year as Auction Committee Chair. Jenny has served on the JDRF Indiana Community Board for over 6 years and her family has participated in numerous One Walks throughout her 20-year history with T1d.
A mother of 5, Jenny’s son Aidan was diagnosed with T1D in 2004 at the age of 2. Ten years later, her son Chris, would also be diagnosed at age 10. Jenny remembers the early days of insulin injections and manually calculating Aidan’s insulin injections using pencil, paper, and an algebra equation. By the time Chris was diagnosed, injections were given using pre-loaded insulin pens. The last 20 years have been spent worrying about blood sugars, but the advancements in T1D treatments and technology have been tremendous. Today, both boys wear Tandem TSlim insulin pumps and Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitors. It has been life changing for the boys and for Jenny.
JDRF has been instrumental in her family’s journey with type 1 diabetes. Jenny believes that she will see a cure in her boys’ lifetimes and continues to support JDRF through her volunteer efforts.
Revenue Committee
Jeffrey Sterling Andrews
Mark Hollis
Matt Kriech
Kelli Ozdemir
Beth Ruge
Luke Wiese
Auction Committee
Jennifer Compton
Megan Cox
Leah Dunigan
Gerianne Hap
Jennifer Hawkins
Jeff Hawkins
Seth Jachimiak
Karen Kryah
Andrea Malone
Maddie Melangton
Jocelyn Sandoval
Event Details
Jim Jungers
Auctioneer
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Auctioneer
Jim Jungers has become a leading auctioneer in the Northwest since starting in the business in 1984. He began his career working with his father, Mike Jungers, conducting commercial auctions along the west coast. A 1986 graduate of Western College of Auctioneering, Jim joined the Stokes Auction Group team in 1992 to help meet the need for experienced charity auctioneers.
Fun, laughter, enthusiasm…these are just a few words to describe Jim’s auction style. There is none other who brings as much energy to the stage as Jim. He commands his audience’s attention and guarantees an enjoyable event. Underneath his merriment lies a compassionate nature that breaks down barriers and encourages others to join him in supporting the cause.
Scott Hoke
Emcee
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Emcee
We are thrilled to have Scott Hoke joining us again as our Hope Gala emcee. As a 32-year voiceover veteran, you are familiar with Scott Hoke even if you don’t know it. 2023 marks Scott’s 16th year as host of the popular Mecum Collector Car Auctions, now televised on MotorTrendTV. Prior to that, he was on the Indiana Pacers broadcast team, and spent nine years in the sports department at WRTV-6 (ABC.) He has worked with a wide variety of local and national clients including Turner Classic Movies, NCAA, CBS Sports, NBC Sports, The US Olympic Team, IndyCar, The Indianapolis Motor Speedway, The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, and more.
In his spare time, Scott is an avid musician who gigs on upright and electric bass in several jazz bands. When he’s not in the booth, you can find him on his bicycle, on the golf course, or wetting a fishing line.
Bluewater Kings Band
Musical Entertainment
JDRF offers Hope Gala guests special rates for overnight stays. You can make reservations through the JW Marriott Indianapolis HERE. Hotel accommodations in the JDRF room block are first come, first served.
Sponsors
Platinum Sponsor
Mobile Bidding Sponsor
Pearl Sponsors
Branding Sponsor
Sapphire Sponsors
