Thanks to the generous support of the Italian and Italian American communities, the National Italian American Foundation’s Annual New York Gala gathered 700 guests at Cipriani 42nd Street®, the Italian Renaissance inspired venue located in the heart of Manhattan, on Thursday, April 20, 2023.

The annual NIAF New York Gala honored four outstanding Italian Americans including Angelo Vivolo, Beth T. Mazzeo, Silvio Petriello, and Tony Lo Bianco, by bestowing upon them the NIAF Special and Lifetime Achievement Awards for their contributions in philanthropy, business, real estate, and entertainment. The elegant evening commenced with guests being welcomed at the red carpet entrance on 42nd Street.