ARDMORE, Pa.—(September 25, 2012)—Gordon D’Angelo, New York Times bestselling author of “Vision: Your Pathway to Victory,” will speak at two free charity events hosted by Scharf Group LLC to support the efforts of both Arc Alliance and Breastcancer.org on Oct. 2 and Oct. 3. 

“It is truly an inspiration to speak in front of this community, as well as members of these two organizations,” said D’Angelo. “I have spent a large portion of this year relaying the importance of vision, and I am honored for the opportunity to help make a difference in the lives of people from this area whose life stories have influenced me.”

The first event, “Discovering your Direction to a Better Future,” will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 2 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at J.P. Mascaro and Son’s in Audobon, Pa. Donations will be accepted  on the behalf of Arc Alliance and audience members will hear a brief commentary from Scott Camilleri, executive director of the foundation. In addition, Edward Di Pietro, the senior vice president of Scharf Group and board member for the Arc Alliance will be in attendance to rally behind his organization and support the needs of its members.

Arc Alliance is one of the largest proponents of the rights of people with intellectual and developmental delays and disabilities in Southeastern Pennsylvania. To learn more about the Arc Alliance and their mission to assist people of all ages with intellectual disabilities obtain the rights and resources they desire to become independent and contributing members of society, visit their website www.arcalliance.org.  

“Vision Lunch and Launch” is the second Scharf Group event taking place on Oct. 3 from 12:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Suburban Square in Ardmore, Pa. Donations will be accepted on the behalf of Breastcancer.org., and both Pamela Green, director of marketing, Amanda Ryan, development associate of Breastcancer.org and other members of the organization will be present to support the cause associated with October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breastcancer.org is a proud sponsor of “Rock the Ribbon” and is a local non-profit organization created to assist women diagnosed with breast cancer find hope, education and support.

“At Scharf Group, we are always looking for organizations in our local area that need awareness and support to continue providing the services their members count on,” said Glenn Scharf, CEO and founder of Scharf Group. “The people of this community have been and will remain the focus of my attention. I am passionate about giving back in any ways that I can. I am honored to introduce members of our community to Gordon and provide them with this incredible opportunity toward a visionary path of success.”

Since the release of “Vision: Your Pathway to Victory,” D’Angelo has been traveling across the country sharing his sought-after strategic visionary planning process with corporations, church groups and charity organizations. All proceeds from the sale of “Vision: Your Pathway to Victory” have been and will continue to be given to charity. “Vision: Your Pathway to Victory” is a New York Times bestseller as well as an Amazon best seller. All attendees will receive a complimentary signed copy of “Vision: Your Pathway to Victory” courtesy of D’Angelo and Scharf Group.  

Sponsors, including Scharf Group, Wise Women Workshop, Suburban Square, J.P. Mascaro and Son’s and others have donated time, monetary capital and their passion for the cause.  

Scharf Group is an independent local financial services company providing customized solutions and wealth management to an exclusive group of clients since 1995. Scharf Group specializes in retirement planning and comprehensive wealth management. Visit the Scharf Group website at www.scharfgroup.com. For more information about the “Discovering your Direction to a Better Future” or “Vision Lunch and Launch,” please contact Glenn Scharf at 610-552-6100 or email gscharf@scharfgroup.com. 

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