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Celebrating Motown’s 65th Anniversary Honoring Ava’s Heart Foundation

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A Bristol Entertainment Production

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2024

4:00 PM

Red Carpet Welcome & Activities Begin!

13th ANNUAL FRIENDS OF FULLER B. GORDY STRIKEFEST

A Gordy Family Legacy Event

A Unique Entertainment Extravaganza

Featuring

STAGE CONCERT ~ BOWLING COMPETITION ~ BUFFET DINNER
WONDER LOUNGE ~ SILENT AUCTION ~ HONOREE PRESENTATION
AWARDS AND SURPRISES!
BOWLERO LOS ANGELES

8731 Lincoln Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045
~ Attire: Casual Chic ~

Presented by
Iris Gordy & Karla Gordy Bristol

THE EVENT

FRIENDS OF FULLER B. GORDY STRIKEFEST is a music performance and bowling entertainment event with unique activations, founded by Iris Gordy and Karla Gordy Bristol in 2008.

The event is dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of Fuller B. Gordy by honoring outstanding, yet often unsung individuals and organizations committed to educating, inspiring and making an impactful difference in the lives of others. The event brings together the Motown Family and honors the Motown legacy.

Produced by Bristol Enterprise

Sponsorship Opportunities Available
312 S. Beverly Drive #3261
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
info@fofstrikefest.com
(424) 274-1939

REGISTRATION INFORMATION!
Advance Admission Click Here

Bowling Lane Sponsorship Click Here

Promote your business, yourself or your cause with your own lane, includes:

  • Create your own Team of Five
  • Five Admission Tickets
  • Sponsor Lane Signage
  • Sponsorship Board Listing
  • Souvenir Booklet Listing
  • FOF Strikefest/Motown 65 T-Shirts

Sponsorship Opportunities Available
312 S. Beverly Drive #3261
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
info@fofstrikefest.com
(424) 274-1939

HEALTH NOTICE: If you are feeling ill, we'll miss you, but do appreciate you staying home to rest for the health and wellness of yourself and attendees. Thank you kindly for your understanding and cooperation in maintaining a safe environment for all.

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Highlighting the life and legacy of former Motown Vice President and the first black man from Michigan, to be inducted into the Professional Bowlers Association

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Fuller Berry Gordy~ A Lasting Legacy

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Motown
Executive

Fuller B. Gordy served as Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Motown, shaping company policies and philanthropic efforts with his strategic vision and leadership.

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Bowling
Pioneer

In 1959, Fuller became the first black bowler from Michigan inducted into the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA), breaking barriers and paving the way for greater diversity in the sport.

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Motown Bowling
League

Fuller co-founded the Motown Bowling League, combining his passion for music and bowling to create a beloved community event that brought together colleagues and friends.

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Lasting
Impact

Fuller's legacy continues through those who remember his kindness, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to empowering and supporting charitable causes

Celebrating
Motown's 65th Anniversary

Motown songs married the saintly and the secular, merging gospel music patterns with bebop jazz syncopation and improvisation.

The Funk Brothers backed Motown's finest artists in Studio A's "snake pit", using unique equipment like the Echo Chamber for reverb effects.

Berry Gordy Jr. held notoriously competitive company-wide meetings to ensure only the best songs were released under the Motown label.

Motown Museum continues to celebrate the authentic story of Motown, inspiring new generations of music lovers and dreamers.

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Honoring AVA’S Heart Foundation
Ava Kaufman, Founder

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Ava's Heart Foundation provides critically needed assistance to organ transplant patients who are unable to afford it. The foundation offers doctor-mandated pre & post operative housing for patients who must travel away from their homes to receive transplant-related care. Ava's Heart ensures that no one is excluded from getting a transplant due to inability to afford the three months of mandatory post-transplant

"Without having pre & post transplant housing near your transplant center, you would not get listed for a transplant. Insurance does not cover it——WE DO.”

- Ava Kaufman

Iris Gordy Founder & Event Producer

In her role as Vice President of Creative at Motown Records, Iris Gordy played a pivotal role in launching thesuccessful careers of legendary artists like Rick James, Teena Marie, and DeBarge. This highly respected music industry veteran helped shape the iconic Motown sound that captivated audiences around the world. Now CEO of a wellness business, Iris remains engaged in the entertainment industry and serves on several influential boards. As a published author and the founder/producer of Friends of Fuller B. Gordy Strikefest, Iris continues to celebrate the enduring legacy of Motown and its impact on popular culture. Through FOF, she recognizes community leaders and unsung heroes who positively influence their communities through education, inspiration, and service.

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Karla Gordy Bristol Co-Founder & Event Producer

Karla Gordy Bristol is a dynamic and accomplished woman with deep roots in the entertainment industry. As the co-founder of Friends of Fuller B. Gordy Strikefest, she carries on her family's legacy and passion for Motown music. Karla worked in Corporate Affairs at Motown Records and contributed songwriting and producing talents to a few artists recordings, gaining valuable experience in the music business. She also held a career as a professional choreographer and dancer, lending her artistic talents in music videos and working privately with artists. For over 25 years, Karla has been creating and producing events and TV programs and a TV Host. She is the Chair of the Beverly Hills Arts and Culture Commission, demonstrating her commitment to the arts and community. Karla enjoys bringing together Motown Family, friends, family and Motown fans at their annual FOF event, which offers a joyful and memorable experience.

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THE VENUE About Bowlero Corp

Bowlero Corp. is the global leader in bowling entertainment, media, and events. Bowlero reinvents bowling with innovative dining, sports, entertainment and recreational games. With more than 350 bowling centers across North America, Bowlero Corp. serves more than 30 million guests each year through a family of brands that includes Bowlero, Bowlmor Lanes, Lucky Strike and AMF. In 2019, Bowlero Corp. acquired the Professional Bowlers Association, the major league of bowling, which boasts thousands of members and millions of fans across the globe. For more information on Bowlero Corp., please visit BowleroCorp.com.

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BOWLERO LOS ANGELES

8731 Lincoln Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Free Parking (Rear lot)

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