The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain concludes a successful holiday silent auction

TDT | Manama

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The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain celebrated the spirit of giving this holiday season by hosting a highly successful Holiday Silent Auction, in collaboration with Saks Fifth Avenue and RIA RAC Center. The auction, which ran from December 17 to December 26, 2024, raised significant funds to benefit the RIA RAC Center, a leading institution dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental needs.

Guests and patrons were invited to participate in the Silent Auction, featuring an exquisite array of curated items and experiences generously donated by Saks Fifth Avenue and The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain. Bidding closed on December 26, and the event culminated in a heartwarming unsealing ceremony attended by representatives from the partnering organizations and esteemed guests.

Present at the unsealing were:

• Dr. Naglaa Elhosseny, representing RIA RAC Center

• Mr. Sayed Mohamed Kadhim, Store Manager, Men’s Department, Saks Fifth Avenue

• Ms. Rochelle Ramilla, Learning & Development Manager, The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain

• Ms. Pamela Panduric, Director of Public Relations and Marketing, The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain

• Ms. Ekaterina Akatcevich, Director of Operations, The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain

• M r . B e r n a r d d e Villèle, General Manager, The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain

The unsealing ceremony was a joyous occasion that highlighted the importance of collaboration and community engagement. The funds raised through this initiative will be fully donated to RIA RAC Center to support their vital programs and initiatives aimed at enhancing the lives of children and individuals with developmental challenges.

“This partnership embodies the true meaning of the holiday season – giving back to the community and creating opportunities to make a difference,” said Mr. Bernard de Villèle, General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain. “We are grateful to our partners, Saks Fifth Avenue and RIA RAC Center, as well as the generosity of our guests, for making this event an outstanding success.”

Dr. Naglaa Elhosseny, representing RIA RAC Center, expressed heartfelt gratitude, stating, “We deeply appreciate this initiative, which will greatly support our mission to make a positive impact in the community.” Mr. Sayed Mohamed Kadhim, Store Manager, Men’s Department, Saks Fifth Avenue, added, “Collaborating on this auction was an incredible experience. We are delighted to support such a meaningful cause.”

The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain remains committed to fostering meaningful partnerships and creating initiatives that give back to the community. This Holiday Silent Auction exemplifies the hotel’s ongoing dedication to both corporate social responsibility and enriching the experiences of its guests.