WNBC's Lynda Baquero to Host 2012 Salute to Achievement

Citi CEO Vikram Pandit honored, international star Josh Groban to perform as music headliner 

NEW YORK, June 4, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Boys & Girls Harbor has confirmed that WNBC's Lynda Baquero will serve as mistress of ceremonies of the 2012 Salute to Achievement, held June 7 at the historic Heckscher building on 104th Street and Fifth Avenue. Along with celebrity performer Josh Groban and honoree Vikram Pandit, Ms. Baquero rounds out an impressive roster of talent for the Harbor's milestone 75 Anniversary event.  

Ms. Baquero is an Emmy Award-winning journalist and correspondent for NBC 4 New York. She has covered the economy, tourism, the Olympic Games, and Pope John Paul II's trip to the Holy Land. Most recently, she traveled to Fort Bragg for a story titled "Women in Combat."

Salute 2012, replete with receptions overlooking Central Park, will honor Citi CEO Vikram Pandit for Citi's commitment to supporting programs that educate and inspire young people in New York City. Internationally renowned singer and songwriter Josh Groban will be the evening's music headliner, thanks to Harbor Board Member and Warner Music Group Executive Lyor Cohen.

This year's program also features an original mini musical, As We Go…, which was conceived by the talented faculty at the Harbor Conservatory for the Performing Arts. Featured in the musical are Harbor alumni, the Harbor Latin Big Band, and performing arts students enrolled in the Harbor Conservatory.

The premier event of CAMPAIGNELEVATE, Salute 2012 will showcase the Harbor's mission to empower children and their families to become full, productive participants in society through education, cultural enrichment, and social services.

"Citi is proud to support Boys & Girls Harbor," said Mr. Pandit.  "For the 200 years we have called New York City home, our mission has been to enable economic progress and support our clients on their journey from ambition to achievement. Through its education and arts programs, the Harbor does the same for thousands of young people, helping them achieve a brighter future and making the city we share a better one."

Since the Harbor was founded in 1937, its goal has been to discover the inherent gifts of young people and nurture them; this is accomplished through best in class education, performing arts, and experiences that increase students' exposure to life's possibilities. During this 75th Anniversary Year, the Harbor has set its sights high ― to raise $3 million through a year-long anniversary campaign.  

There is limited individual seating at $1,000 per ticket; group packages are available, beginning at $5,000 which include a pre-performance reception, performance, and post party in the courtyard of the Heckscher building. For more information, visit theharbor.org or contact Jessica Ecker at [email protected].

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