Business & Professional Event to Feature Baer’s Furniture Execs

Baer’s Furniture Co.Inc., a cherished name in South Florida’s home furnishing industry, is set to honor its rich legacy and commitment to philanthropy at the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s upcoming B&P (Business & Professional) ICON event. Featuring Cathy Baer, Executive Vice-President, and Ira Baer, Chief Financial Officer of Baer’s Furniture, the event promises an evening of reflection, celebration, and community outreach.

The B&P ICON event will take place on Thursday, May 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s Zinman Hall. Event Chairs Geil Bilu & Shari Cohen, along with B&P Chairs Michelle Hollister & Ken Lebersfeld, are excited to welcome attendees to an evening of inspiration and community engagement.

Founded in 1945 by Melvin and Lucile Baer, Baer’s Furniture has been an integral part of South Florida’s landscape for over 50 years. Beyond commerce, Baer’s Furniture is about creating spaces where families and friends come together to make cherished memories.

Cathy Baer, Executive Vice-President of Baer’s Furniture Co. Inc., shared, “We are honored to join the B&P ICON event, celebrating not only Baer’s Furniture’s rich heritage but also our enduring commitment to philanthropy. For nearly eight decades, our family has been dedicated to crafting spaces where memories are made, and we look forward to extending that dedication to members of our community.”

B&P Division Sponsors are Berger Singerman, Haven Home Health and Hotwire Communication- Fision. B&P ICON Event Sponsors include Baer’s Furniture Company Inc, BDO, Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith – Attorneys at Law, Marsh & McLennan, and. The Boca Raton Observer serves as the exclusive Magazine Sponsor, while Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits is the In-Kind Sponsor.

The event, with a couvert of $65, is open to anyone in the community, with no minimum donation required to attend. Dietary laws will be observed and the event will feature a Kosher buffet and open bar. To register please visit jewishboca.org/bpicon to RSVP by May 6, 2024. Attendance requires registration.

For more information about the B&P ICON event, please contact Marc Fishman at 561-852-3169 or marcf@bocafed.org.

About Baer’s Furniture Co. Inc.: Baer’s Furniture, a fourth-generation family-owned business, has graced beautiful homes for almost 80 years, and South Florida for well over 50. Founded in 1945 by Melvin and Lucile Baer, their vision extended beyond mere commerce. Baer’s Furniture became synonymous with trusted brands, quality craftsmanship, and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

About the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County: Established in 1979, the JFSPBC is made up of Jewish and social service organizations, synagogues and schools that provide valued services and programs to recipients in South Palm Beach County, in Israel and around the world. The JFSPBC is also comprised of local residents, including lay leadership, volunteer, donors, professional staff, rabbis, educators, event participants and students. Situated on a 100-acre campus in west Boca Raton – the largest in the nation – the JFSPBC supports more than 70 beneficiaries, engages with more than 5,000 donors, and connects more than 130,000 residents. To learn more about how we contribute to a shared vision for the Jewish community, visit https://jfspbc.org or call 561.852.3100.