Patriot Gala
The Patriot Gala
SATURDAY, November 7, 2026
Cocktail Reception & Silent Auction:
Dinner / Program:
Black-Tie (Cocktail Attire Optional)
Quail Hollow Club
3700 Gleneagles Rd
Charlotte, NC
6:00 PM – Cocktail Hour
7:00 PM – Dinner and Program
9:00 PM – Silent Auction Results and Dancing
Mark Tillman
Former commander of Air Force One, assigned to President George W. Bush, was at the controls on September 11, 2001. Colonel (ret.) Mark W. Tillman safeguarded the President and led historic missions, including the first flight of a Commander-in-Chief into an active war zone. A 30-year Air Force veteran and Distinguished Flying Cross recipient, Col. Tillman now shares a compelling first-hand perspective on leadership and courage under pressure.