BOCA BUSINESS EXCHANGE REPRESENTED AT THE TOYS IN THE SUN RUN

Dr Marrotte, left, and Jon Saluk

The 2011 Toys in the Sun Run was a huge success as usual despite the
weather. Over $325,000 was collected for the Joe Dimaggio Children's
Hospital and nearly 40,000 toys were also collected. 

John Saluk and Dr. Rick Marrotte, two members of the Boca Business Exchange
Chapter of BNI, rode in the event and delivered over a dozen toys on behalf of the
Chapter.

The ride began a little late from the staging area at the Mardi Gras Casino in Hallendale
Beach, FL.  Just as the ride began, around 10am, a nasty rain storm hit the area with
 driving rain and gusty winds.  Many riders who were not prepared for the weather,
dropped out of the ride before it really got started. "We had boots full of water and soaked
clothes, but it was for a great cause.", said Dr. Marrotte.

The ride terminated, as in years past,  at Markham Park in Weston where there was music, food, an antique motorcycle show and many vendors.   "Many thanks to those who donated unwrapped toys from our Chapter," said Jon Saluk.