Capt. Keith Joins Carlton Fisk To Hit A Homerun For

The Florida Center

2008 "Fisk and Friends" Celebrity Golfers

SARASOTA, FL Nov. 13, 2008– The First Annual “Fisk & Friends” Celebrity Golf Classic was a success for The Florida Center. A pre-tournament party was held at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota with tournament at the prestigious Founders Golf Club. All proceeds were donated to The Florida Center. Celebrity golfers joining Carlton Fisk included Johnny Bench, Goose Gossage, John Havlicek, Al Kaline, Phil Niekro, Phil Esposito, Stan Mikita, Ivan Lendl, Bronson Arroyo, Tim McCarver, Kelly Gruber, Gary Peters, Shane Rawley, Kyle Snyder, Steve Yoder, and Captain Keith Colburn just to name a few.

“The tournament was a huge success, and I’m delighted to raise funds for a such a worthy charity. I’m already looking forward to next year,” says Hall of Fame catcher, Carlton Fisk. The Florida Center is a non-profit organization offering early childhood programs and services, with special emphasis for children with special needs and those at-risk. Save the date for next year’s tournament November 6-8, 2009.

Pictured from left to right:Phil Niekro, Goose Gossage, Capt. Keith Colburn, John Havlicek, Art Kusnyer, Kelly Gruber

Carlton “Pudge” Fisk has played more games at catcher than anyone else in baseball. He started his career with the Red Sox in 1969 and played in Boston until 1980. Fisk also played for the Chicago White Sox from 1981 to 1993. In 1972, the 11-time All-Star won both the American League Rookie of the Year and an American League Golden Glove. He hit 376 home runs in his career, including the famous “Go-Fair” home run in Game 6 of the 1975 World Series. Fisk was

inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2000. The White Sox retired his number, 72, and the Red Sox retired his number, 27.

Tim McCarver (MLB Catcher/Fox Sports Broadcaster), Carlton Fisk (MLB Hall of Fame Catcher), Lucy Nicandri (VP/The Florida Center - Tourn. Organizer), Capt. Keith Colburn (F/V Wizard

Captain Keith Colburn Participates In “Safety Awareness Week” at Newark Liberty Airport

                                Capt. Keith with Newark Continental Airlines Field Service Employees

Recently Captain Keith Colburn of the F/V Wizard, from the hit Discovery Channel show “Deadliest Catch”, met with numerous Continental Airlines employees at Newark Liberty Airport. His visit included meeting with all work groups where he would speak about the hazards he faces while captaining his boat. His visit was highlighted by speaking at a luncheon, which was attended by approx 100 members of the Newark Management team. “It was a pleasure to have Captain Colburn visit us during the week. Employees were excited to hear some of his stories he shared of what actually happens when out to sea and the safety precautions he takes. Of all the events scheduled during Safety Awareness Week this was by far the most anticipated and successful event” stated Mike S’Dao Assistant Director Terminal Operations.

   Human Resources Manager- Kenneth Martin, Airport Sales Agent- Carmen Alicea, Capt. Keith,Administrative Manager-Rene Cichon-Neto, Terminal Operations Assistant Director- Mike S'Dao

Captain Colburn’s visit was during Newark’s Safety Awareness week. The week was scheduled for Continental employees to heighten the Safety Awareness using non traditional means.

Terminal Operations Hub Manager- Douge Brown and Capt. Keith.

Hard Rock’s “Catch Event of the Year” A Success In Tampa

 Pictured:  Captain Keith Colburn and Greg Stewart (Market Brand Mgr. for Brown-Forman Spirits Americas) joined by Chef Greg and the Plum Lounge Culinary Staff

Captain Keith Colburn was featured recently as a “Guest Chef” recently at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Tampa, FL for an event billed as the “Catch Event of the Year”. 127 casino VIP’s attended a private cooking demonstration, dinner and cocktails with Captain Colburn in the Plum Lounge. Prior to the VIP event, Captain Keith signed autographs and posed for photographs for guests in the lobby area of the casino. This special appearance was to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Council Oak Steaks & Seafood, where fresh Alaskan King Crab is imported directly from the Bering Sea.

Pictured:  Artie Suarez (Player Dev. Mgr.), Nikki Houser (Special Events Mgr.), Rachel Pila (Special Events Coordinator), Capt. Keith Colburn, and Chef Greg.

 

 

On September 19th, Capt. Keith dusted off his nine iron and tightened up his spikes before hitting the links in support of charity.  Former New York Yankee and Seattle Mariner Jeff Nelson hosted this year's Northwest Children's Fund Charity Golf Tournament at Trilogy Golf Club at Redmond Ridge.  Capt. Keith was teamed up with retired Seattle Seahawk Randall Morris and former 49er stand out Charlie Young.  The team placed 4th in the scramble format tournament; Capt. Keith readily admitted, " Randall and Charlie carried the team."  Monte also participated in the tournament, and according to the Capt. he played well.  While neither of the Colburn brothers will be trading their captain's chair in for a career on fairways and greens,  they were proud to be a part of an event that raised over 70 thousand dollars for Northwest Children's Fund.

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When one thinks of Bering Sea crab fishermen, images of grizzled men  wearing yellow fishing slickers and slime covered boots would normally come to mind. However, on August 7 that image was shattered as our very own Capt. Keith Colubrn strutted down the Fashion First runway wearing designer duds in support of Seattle's Starlight Foundation.  Fashion First is a showcase for Seattle's hottest fashion designers and boutiques.  Last year's event raised over $32,000 dollars for the Northwest Sarcoma Foundation. 

Capt. Keith and other celebrities pose for pictures with the Fashion First featured designers.

Capt. Keith expressed that he was notably nervous prior to taking the stage, but as he reflected on the evening's events he conceded that it wasn't as bad as he expected.  In addition to donning designer clothing and modeling it on the catwalk, Capt. Keith and Florence donated several items to the silent auction.  

Capt. Keith makes his modeling debut at Seattle's Fashion First Showcase.