The Legends Ball of Tucson
By Scouting America, Catalina Council
Join Catalina Council, Scouting America for the 2nd Annual Legends Ball of Tucson—an elegant evening of fine dining, dancing, and a spirited silent auction.
This year, we’re raising the stakes with a thrilling casino experience featuring Poker, Roulette, Craps, and Blackjack tables—all with exciting prizes!
Bring your game face, have fun, and support the future leaders of Southern Arizona. Your presence helps us build on our momentum and create even more opportunities for youth in our community.
Event Schedule
5:00 pm Check-in
5:15-7:15 Cocktails, Silent Auction & Casino Open
7:30-9:00 Dinner & Program
9:00 – 10:00 Casino & Dancing
Donate an Auction Item
Help make our silent auction a success! Consider donating an item, service, or experience—your contribution directly supports local youth and highlights your business to event attendees.
Please contact Arlene Mateo at arlene.mateo@scouting.org
Stay at the El Conquistador Tucson
We’re excited to offer special room rates for Legends Ball of Tucson guests at the beautiful El Conquistador Tucson, our event venue. Make the most of your evening by staying onsite and enjoying the full experience without the drive.
Reservation Code: SCON15
Rate: $179.00 plus tax, per night
Deadline to reserve: November 15, 2025.
Resort Charge: Resort Charge is $15.00 per room per night.
Meet Our Honorable Chair & Master of Ceremonies
Master of Ceremonies
Edmund Marquez
We are thrilled to welcome back Mr. Edmund Marquez as our Master of Ceremonies for a second year. A proud Tucson native, Edmund is the owner of one of the largest Hispanic-owned Allstate agency groups in the country and a well-respected leader in the Southern Arizona community.
Edmund currently serves as Vice-Chairman of the Rio Nuevo board, Vice President of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Tucson, and holds numerous past leadership roles, including Chair of the Tucson Metro Chamber and the Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. This year, he was honored as the 2025 Distinguished Citizen Award Honoree, recognizing his outstanding commitment to civic service and community impact.
Known for his high energy, charisma, and love for Tucson, Edmund brings warmth and enthusiasm to every event he hosts. We are grateful to have him return to the stage and lead us through another memorable evening.
Honorable Chair
Ryan George
Ryan George is a proud graduate of Canyon del Oro High School and the University of Arizona’s Eller College of Management. A former Cub Scout with Pack 210 and Eagle Scout from Troop 211, Ryan has carried the values of Scouting throughout his life and career.
In 2001, he co-founded Simpleview, which grew into a global leader serving more than 1,000 destinations worldwide and employing over 500 people. Earlier this year, he sold the company and is now focused on passion projects, including Crown Concepts, which he co-founded and owns with partners Curtis Brown and Joey Martin.
Beyond his business success, Ryan’s heart remains in Tucson. Through his businesses and personally, he has supported countless local nonprofits, including the Amphi Foundation, Boys & Girls Club, Ben’s Bells, Habitat for Humanity, Banner Children’s Hospital, and the Boy Scouts of America.
Ryan also serves with the Tucson Conquistadores and continues to invest deeply in his community alongside his wife Kim and their three children.
We are honored to recognize Ryan George as the 2025 Legends Ball Honorary Chair, a leader who exemplifies service, integrity, and commitment to community
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