BTC today announced its partnership with the Kingdor Parkinson’s Foundation.
On April 29th, the Foundation will host its annual ball geared towards raising funds for the awareness of Parkinson’s disease (PD).
This year, the Foundation will be honouring BTC’s CEO Leon Williams for his support to the organization over the years. Mr. Williams said, “I view this as an honour and a privilege to be recognized by the Parkinson’s Foundation.
I’ve been an avid supporter of numerous causes including Parkinson’s for a number of years.
This is truly humbling for me and I wish the organization well in its endeavours.”
Parkinson’s Disease is a neurodegenerative brain disorder that progresses slowly in most people. By hosting its annual activities the Foundation hopes to bring greater awareness to the symptoms of PD.
This year, international artist Jeffrey Osborne will be the featured artist for the ball. The event will be held at the Melia Resort on Cable Beach. The public is invited to purchase tickets and attend this venture.
BTC supports lends its support to a number of causes including the fight against cancer.
The company has partnered with numerous organizations including the Red Cross Ball, The Cancer Society and the Sister-Sister Breast Cancer Support group.
ABOUT BTC: BTC is the first quad play provider in The Bahamas. The company offers a full suite of landline, internet, mobile and television services allowing customers to stay connected throughout The Bahamas. BTC is deeply rooted in community and supports a wide range of culture, youth, education and sporting initiatives. These include Junkanoo, Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival, IAAF/BTC World Relays and CARIFTA. BTC maintains a four year scholarship program with The University of The Bahamas and provides funding for the University’s endowment fund. Just recently, the company signed an agreement for the establishment of an Innovation Lab at the University. The company is jointly owned by Liberty Global and The Government of The Bahamas.
Indira Collie
Public Relations Manager
Bahamas Telecommunications Company Ltd.
