Join us for the 2025 Excellence in Business Gala
Featuring an exclusive conversation with
John McEnroe
SEVEN-TIME GRAND SLAM SINGLES CHAMPION AND TENNIS LEGEND
Honoring the 2025 Peter C. Cook Excellence in Business Award Recipient
Anthony Chang, Ph.D.
FOUNDER AND CEO OF BAMF HEALTH
May 21, 2025 | 6:00 pm | DeVos Place
Black Tie Attire
John McEnroe
We are excited to welcome John McEnroe, a tennis icon, who embodies American spirit with his bold style. He is the greatest male singles and doubles player in the history of the sport. He is the only player in the Open Era to be ranked #1 in the world in both singles and doubles at the same time. The only player in the ATP rankings history to finish as the year-end #1 in both singles and doubles and he achieved this record for three consecutive years. He holds the record for the most singles and doubles titles (156). He won seven Grand Slam singles titles, including four US Opens and three Wimbledon Championships. He achieved 17 Grand Slam Championships in total. McEnroe led the USA to five Davis Cup Championships and was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1999. The “voice of tennis”, working for 10 international television networks, at all of the Grand Slams, John has earned Sports Emmy nominations as well as winning two Sports Emmys for his groundbreaking Showtime feature film documentary. “McEnroe”. Beyond tennis, he founded the Johnny Mac Tennis Project and the John McEnroe Tennis Academy to transform young lives by removing the economic, racial and social barriers to success through tennis.
Anthony Chang, Ph.D.
Anthony Chang, Ph.D., is the Founder and CEO of BAMF Health, the world’s largest and most advanced comprehensive Theranostics center. With a background in biomedical engineering and medical physics, Dr. Chang is revolutionizing precision medicine through AI-enabled molecular imaging and molecular targeted radiation therapy. His innovative solutions are improving patient outcomes for cancer, neurological diseases, and more. Under his leadership, BAMF Health is driving the future of personalized healthcare by making groundbreaking diagnostics and treatments accessible and affordable as soon as possible.
What time does the event start?
- The platinum reception will begin at 5:45 pm and will end at 6:45 pm
- The general reception will begin at 6:00 pm and end at 6:45 pm
What is the platinum reception?
The platinum reception is a VIP reception that takes place in conjunction with the general reception. Access to the reception is based on sponsorship level. Tickets are limited and provided on a first-come-first-serve basis.
What are the security protocols for the event?
- No media, personal photography, note-taking or recording will be allowed.
- No large bags, backpacks, event bags, laptop bags, briefcases or coats permitted in the event space. A complimentary coat check will be available.
What do I wear?
The recommended dress for the evening is black tie.
How do I request a special meal due to dietary restrictions?
If your request was not submitted with your guest list, please contact Erin Carpenter at Erin.Carpenter@davenport.edu.
I am a sponsor, who do I send my guest names to?
Guest names can be submitted here.
What is the deadline to provide guest names?
The deadline to provide guest names is two weeks before the event.
Who do I contact if I have further questions?
If you have any further questions about the gala, please send us an email at events@davenport.edu.