The Link Companies (Link Charities) Host Successful Charity Event
The Link Companies (Link Charities) hosted an evening starring Jeff Foxworthy and more at the historic Tabernacle in downtown Atlanta on January 9th during the Atlanta International Gift/Home Furnishings Market. The event was the annual Link Charities Fundraiser which benefitted four deserving charities: Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Wellspring Living, The Atlanta Mission and Lighthouse Family Retreat.
Representatives of each charity were on hand to give insight and information on their respective organizations. The host site was The Tabernacle, a legendary music and entertainment venue known for special events and gatherings for entertainers from around the world. The night featured a comedy performance from the one and only Jeff Foxworthy and music from the wonderfully entertaining “Big Swing and the Ballroom Blasters.” Lug, GHTA, and Brandwise were industry sponsors. Over $40,000 was raised for the charities capping off an unforgettable night for those who attended.
Fred Rosenkampff, CEO of The Link Companies, welcomed the crowd of approximately 1,100 and gave special attention to the task at hand: raising money for the four charities. Rosenkampff introduced the charity representatives and they each told the attentive audience stories of hope and encouragement that inspired everyone, which included young patients from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. After the table was set for the special night of charitable giving, Jeff Foxworthy, undoubtedly the world’s most popular comic, took the stage to resounding applause. Mr. Foxworthy gave a comedic performance that had the entire audience laughing for more than an hour and earned him a resounding standing ovation. A brief intermission allowed event goers the chance to mingle and purchase raffle tickets to help the Link Charities break the pre-event goal of $35,000. The legendary party band “Big Swing & the Ballroom Blasters” then entertained the attendees for two hours of musical numbers spanning a wide array of artists. Rosenkampff echoed the sentiments of all involved in the event as he stated, “We couldn’t have enjoyed a better evening. Jeff was tremendously funny and entertaining, the band was incredible and everyone had fun. And, to top it off, we surpassed our goal for four amazing charities.”
About The Link Companies
Founded in 1985, The Link Companies, formerly The Southern Link of GA, have followed the vision of their founder, Fred Rosenkampff, Sr. His vision: A highly professional sales organization representing a diverse selection of both classic and on-trend companies in the gift/home décor industry. The agencies have since broadened with a tremendous presence in the fashion accessory market. However, the vision continues, as the company strives to be the most admired and respected sales agency in the country through hard work, honest values and relationships. Comprised of The Southern Link, Link 2 Sales, and Key Sales, key account division — the agency has multiple ways of offering a wide selection of product lines and services for retailers and vendors. The company has gone through 3 major acquisitions in the last 11 years and is constantly evolving in the wholesale to retail sales environment, while staying true to core values established 29 years ago.
About The Link Charities
Founded in 2012 by Brad and Fred Rosenkampff, The Link Charities is part of The Link Companies mission of giving back. Each year, a portion of every order written by the companies’ agencies is donated to 2 charities: Wellspring Living and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. The motto for the company in charitable giving is “Every Order. Every Time.” For the 1st annual fundraiser, The Rosenkampff brothers partnered with two more charities that are affiliated with Jeff Foxworthy (The Atlanta Mission and Lighthouse Family Retreat).
For more information on The Link Companies or The Link Charities, please contact Brad Rosenkampff, COO, The Link Companies. 404.523.6225 or visit www.thelinkcompanies.com
