Networking event raises over $121k for PAMM’s arts education program.
(MIAMI, FL — February 27, 2026) — On Wednesday, February 25, 2026, Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) celebrated its 17th annual Corporate Luncheon, presented by Constellation Culinary Group, which honored Podhurst Orseck in recognition of the firm’s long-standing support of PAMM and its role as an annual supporter of the Corporate Luncheon since its inception in 2008. Founding partner Aaron Podhurst accepted the award on behalf of the firm. The networking event united 200 of South Florida’s most influential business leaders to highlight and celebrate their vital support for the Miami art community.
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Founded in 1967, Podhurst Orseck has spent nearly six decades setting a global standard for legal excellence, distinguished not only by its strength in aviation law and complex litigation but by a boutique philosophy that puts collaboration and the human element first. That same spirit defines Aaron Podhurst’s leadership at the museum—serving on the Board since 1984 and as Chairman since 2000—alongside Dorothy Podhurst’s steadfast devotion; together, they have guided PAMM through its transformative waterfront relocation and decades of growth. Their legacy is not only one of professional achievement, but of enduring civic commitment that helped build the foundation PAMM stands on today.
Throughout the luncheon, guests dined on a special menu by Constellation Culinary Group, and perused PAMM’s galleries, including exhibitions by Woody De Othello, Elliot and Erick Jiménez, and Carlos Cruz-Diez.
The event’s programmatic theme centered the intersection of wellness, art, and business, exploring art as a strategic tool for strengthening well-being, deepening human connection, and shaping a more vibrant workforce. A program video featured Maria Beatriz Currier, MD, Rina Gitlin, Chad Olin, Woody De Othello, and Andres Luis Rodriguez, MD to share their insightful perspectives. To view the program video, please click here.
This spirit of wellness and human connection extended throughout the museum, inviting guests to visit an artist station featuring PAMM Teaching Artist Noah Cribb and engage with the museum’s gallery guides, whose insights reinforce the institution’s role as a space for restoration and belonging.
“Now in its 17th iteration, I’m truly honored to once again gather the leaders who shape Miami’s future at this year’s Corporate Luncheon,” said Franklin Sirmans, Sandra and Tony Tamer director at PAMM. “Miami’s evolution has been nothing short of extraordinary, and in 2026, it stands firmly as a premier wellness capital—not just for its beaches, courts, fields, and fitness culture, but for the spirit of our community. I am honored to celebrate this vital aspect of who we are at PAMM and create a space for dynamic partnerships between the boardroom, the gallery, and the holistic health of Miami.”
“Our work with PAMM has been a labor of love. Philanthropy and giving back is the most important thing we can do, and the museum plays an important part in the community through its many programs. We are honored to be a supporter,” said Aaron Podhurst, founding partner at Podhurst Orseck.
The event also recognized the late Robert “Bob” C. Josefsberg, who practiced at Podhurst Orseck for over four decades, with a posthumous tribute in appreciation of his lasting contributions and legacy. Josefsberg was a giant in the legal community and a cornerstone of the firm. His dedication to justice was matched only by his commitment to Miami’s civic life: he believed deeply in helping others and was extensively involved in community initiatives, particularly those aimed at preventing substance abuse among youth, among further board positions and advocacy efforts. His legacy continues to inspire generations through the Robert C. Josefsberg Endowed Chair in Criminal Justice Advocacy at the University of Miami School of Law.
The 17th annual Corporate Luncheon raised over $121,000 in funds to directly support PAMM’s art education and outreach programs, which engage Miami’s diverse community with stimulating arts experiences through an impressive array of programs. The museum has the largest arts education program in Miami-Dade County outside of the public school system. In 2025, PAMM offered free admission to over 45,000 members of the community, hosted nearly 10,000 K-12 students with free school tours and transportation, and provided 17 community access programs for participants aged 4 to 70+.
Luncheon Co-Chairs: Juan M. Delgado, Winston & Strawn LLP, Laura B. Kaplan, BNY Wealth, and Wayne A. Seaton, Andrew Morgan Partners
Sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor: Constellation Culinary Group
Platinum Sponsors: Art Miami Show Group, DLA Piper, Podhurst Orseck, Reimagined Parking, The Related Group, Winston & Strawn LLP
Gold Sponsors: Bank of America, BNY Wealth, Century Risk Advisors, Citadel and Citadel Securities, JW Marriott Marquis Miami, The America’s Collection
Silver Sponsors: Aroma Espresso, Arquitectonica Foundation, Citi, Fortune International Group, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, Shutts & Bowen, Supermind, Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman
ABOUT PODHURST ORSECK
Founded in 1967 by Aaron Podhurst and Robert Orseck, Podhurst Orseck began as a focused litigation and appellate practice in Miami, Florida. Over time, the law firm became a global force in tort litigation, known primarily for its groundbreaking work in aviation law, complex commercial disputes, class actions, and catastrophic personal injury cases. What sets Podhurst Orseck apart is its deliberate decision to remain a boutique firm with an elite, collaborative team. Nearly 60 years after its inception, the firm continues to set the standard for courtroom excellence and client-focused advocacy.
ABOUT PAMM
Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), led by Sandra and Tony Tamer Director Franklin Sirmans, promotes artistic expression and the exchange of ideas, advancing public knowledge and appreciation of art, architecture, and design, and reflecting the diverse community of its pivotal geographic location at the crossroads of the Americas. The 42-year-old South Florida institution, formerly known as Miami Art Museum (MAM), opened a new building, designed by world-renowned architects Herzog & de Meuron, on December 4, 2013 in Downtown Miami’s Maurice A. Ferré Park. The facility is a state-of-the-art model for sustainable museum design and progressive programming and features 200,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor program space with flexible galleries; shaded outdoor verandas; a waterfront restaurant and bar; a museum shop; and an education center with a library, media lab, and classroom spaces.
