Furniture World News Desk on
1/28/2025
Stuart Carlitz, Executive Chairman of Bedding Industries of America (BIA), has confirmed the company will serve as the $25,000 Presenting Sponsor for the 17th Annual Ante4autism event. The event will take place on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.
“Stu has been a tireless supporter of this event and the cause,” said Doug Krinsky, Founder of Ante4autism. “He has been instrumental in helping support all that we do with our charity event over these 17 years.”
Proceeds from the event will benefit five autism-related charities, which will be announced soon along with other event updates. Ante4autism raises funds to support children, adults, and families impacted by autism, a condition affecting an estimated 1 in 36 children in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Registration and Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsors and players can now register for the event or review sponsorship guidelines at Ante4autism.com. Early sign-ups are encouraged to support the event’s charitable efforts.
Volunteer Co-Hosts
The event is organized with the support of volunteer co-hosts who donate their time to the cause. This year’s co-hosts include:
- Joey Amato – Rock N Roll City Mattress
- Stuart Carlitz – Bedding Industries of America
- Bo Coconis – Coconis Furniture
- Randy Coconis – Coconis Furniture
- Nick Hrkman – Southerland Sleep
- Karina Jett – Coldwell Banker Premier Realty
- Mike McQuiston – Carpenter
- Anthony Mehran – Huffman Koos Furniture
- Myra Stone – Independent Representative
- David Wachendorfer – Delandis Sleep
- Jerry Williams – Retail Service Systems Inc.
For more information or to get involved, visit Ante4autism.com.
About Ante4Autism
Ante4Autism hosts annual fundraising events to support autism-related charities, providing resources and support for families and individuals affected by autism. For more information, visit Ante4autism.com.
