January/February 2015
See the Club
like you’ve
never seen it
before!
The Harbor Room
December 2014
Grill Room Update
Coming 2015
High Tea
January 24
Kids Paint Night
February 28
Board of Governors
FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
David H. Nevins, President
Nevins & Associates
Happy New Year!
Denise G. Adah
Ameriprise Financial
Calvin E. Barker, Jr.
BB&T
Frank C. Bonaventure
Ober/Kaler
Martin A. Brutscher
McBee & Associates, Inc.
Calvin G. Butler, Jr.
BGE
August J. Chiasera
M&T Bank
Robert A. Chrencik
University of Maryland Medical System
Mark M. Deering, Secretary
MacKenzie Companies
David C. Deger (Emeritus)
John H. Denick
John H. Denick & Associates, P.A.
John D. Dinkel
Baltimore Business Journal
Guy Flynn
DLA Piper, US
John B. Frisch
Miles & Stockbridge, P.C.
Donald C. Fry
Greater Baltimore Committee
Warren A. Green
Jason L. Groves
Medifast
Mitch Halbrich
Randstad Professionals
Carla D. Hayden
Enoch Pratt Free Library
Donald P. Hutchinson
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
Alvin D. Katz
KatzAbosch
Keith A. Lee
Brown Capital Management
Julie Mercer
Bon Secours Health System
Howard Miller
Immediate Past President
Ex Officio
Saul Ewing, LLP
Patricia J. Mitchell
Ronald R. Peterson
Johns Hopkins Health System
This is my favorite time of year – and not just because of
college basketball. After the holiday rush, everyone seems
grateful for routine, appreciating the joys of everyday life.
In the last year, we’ve noticed many more members
making The Center Club part of their regular schedule,
visiting week after week for convivial Friday lunches or
regular date nights with a group of friends. It’s a point
of pride in the hospitality industry when guests reward consistent high quality with
frequent visits for small events as well as grand occasions. It’s just one way that
Center Club members make us very proud to serve you.
Now is also the perfect time of year to introduce family to the Club. Remember
that your membership automatically includes membership for your spouse.
February’s Third Thursday is a great opportunity to introduce your spouse or
significant other as we host a special Meet the Members Happy Hour. We’re already
taking reservations for families bringing young guests later this month when the Tony
Award-winning musical Annie comes to the Hippodrome (January 20–February 1;
baltimore.broadway.com). Mention the show when you make your dinner reservation
and we’ll be ready with special Annie-themed desserts for your younger guests
before you attend the show.
Of course, we’re also ready to serve you and your guests before or after other
theater events. This winter, consider One Night in Miami (January 14 – February 8;
centerstage.org), exploring how the young Cassius Clay celebrated his first world
heavyweight title. There’s also An Evening with Jason Alexander at the Meyerhoff
(January 22–25; bsomusic.org) and Lewis Black (January 17) or Jay Leno
(January 22) at the Lyric (lyricoperahouse.com).
If you’re still thinking about resolutions, consider adding value to your membership
by trying out an IntraClub. Stoke your powers of curiosity, step outside the everyday,
and meet new members at a meeting or event. Check out this issue for lots of
opportunities to take the first step or plan to attend January’s Third Thursday when
the IntraClub chairs will be on hand to answer your questions.
And finally, watch for more news about a very special renovation planned by some
of the Club’s most visionary members. We’re getting ready to unveil changes to
the Grill Room that are sure to make your membership even more valuable and
enjoyable.
Bonnie L. Phipps, Treasurer
St. Agnes Hospital
I’m grateful to serve you every day. Here’s to a joyful 2015.
Dr. E. Albert Reece, Vice President
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Kevin M. Bonner
General Manager
kbonner@centerclub.org
Timothy J. Regan
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
Timothy E. Ryan
The Baltimore Sun
Thomas Schweizer, Jr.
Brown Advisory
Edward H. Walker, III
Transamerica
Mark Weigman
T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc.
John E. Pastalow, III
Ex Officio
Ameriprise Financial
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Cover photo from The Rogers Family Sweet 16.
Photo by Harper Kubicek (Sarah Harper Photography)
Designed by Sharon Boerner with Celebrations, LLC.
You’re Invited
OPEN
HOUSE
Saturday,
January 31, 2015
2:00-5:00 PM
Entrance on
the 16th Floor
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SEE THE CLUB LIKE YOU’VE
NEVER SEEN IT BEFORE!
Tour our beautiful event spaces, styled and designed by
Baltimore’s top event vendors. Meet our Catering Team and
learn about hosting an event at the Club within your budget.
Get ideas for your next event! The Center Club has private rooms
ideal for Weddings and Rehearsal Dinners, Business Meetings,
Corporate Receptions, Galas, and Bar and Bat Mitzvahs.
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DESIGNS BY
AFR Event Furnishings
Artistic Desserts
Candy Crazy Gifts
Celebrations, LLC
Fabrication Events
Flowers & Fancies
Intrinsic Events
Loane Bros., Inc.
Modern Life Portraits
The Center Club, A Platinum Club
For the first time, The Center Club was named
one of the Top 50 City Clubs in the country by
Platinum Clubs of America. This designation is
considered the most prestigious and respected
recognition in the private club industry and is
based on the votes of private club managers,
presidents and owners. It puts The Center Club
in the top 4% of all private clubs in the U.S.
• Parties By Terrye
• Select Event Group
• Sharlene Sherman
Events and Chicka
• Table Toppers
• Unwined Candles
• The Vanlandingham
Design Studio
• Wedding411
Selection Criteria
• Overall Experience at the Club
• Quality of Membership
• Excellence in Amenities
and Facilities
• Caliber of Professional Staff
and Service Levels
• Governance and Fiscal Management
• Adapting to Changing Times
• Universal Recognition
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AROUND T H E C LU B
RECIPROCAL CLUBS
THE VALUE OF MEMBERSHIP
Do you have any
upcoming travel plans?
Plan to visit one of
our reciprocal clubs.
Your membership
with The Center Club
extends to nearly
100 renowned
private clubs in
Westmoreland Club in Wilkes-Barre, PA
major cities across
the country and internationally. Many offer overnight
accommodations and athletic facilities. For a full listing visit:
www.centerclub.org/members/benefits/reciprocal-clubs/
Membership in a 5-Star Platinum Club like The Center Club
YOUR SPOUSE/PARTNER HAS
FULL ACCESS TO THE CLUB
Did you know the spouse/partner of a member has all the same
privileges as the primary member? They may use the Club
independently, attend events, use reciprocal clubs, bring guests
and sign chits. Have you recently gotten married? Please email
scolao@centerclub.org to add your spouse to your account or
update any contact information. Plan to attend our Meet the
Members Third Thursday Happy Hour on February 19.
provides multiple privileges:
• Use the Club for lunch Monday – Friday
or dinner Tuesday – Saturday
• Host private functions members can select from
9 rooms and/or sponsor non-member events
• Attend Club events over 175 events are hosted
by the Club each year
• Join an IntraClub or Interest Group formed and
run by members who share a common interest
• Use reciprocal clubs in other cities a growing
list of private clubs
To join requires the completion of an application with the
signatures of two current members of the Club. The Board
meets the beginning of each month to approve all applications.
For more information on membership or an application
contact Nancy Sloane, Director of Membership and Marketing
at nsloane@centerclub.org or 667-217-3542.
A N E XC I T I N G
NEW CONCEPT
COMING
TO T H E G R I L L
IN 2015
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Monthly Events
COCKTAILS &
CONVERSATION
INTRA
Sponsored by: Women in Business
First Tuesdays – January 6, February 3 / 5:00-6:00 Cocktails,
6:00 PM Dinner / By chit / Dinner Reservations Required
All are welcome to join the Women in Business for
“Cocktails & Conversation” in Bar100. Members of WIB may
stay for a special prix fixe 3-course dinner for $35.95++.
Must be a WIB member to attend the dinner.
MINI MESA
INTRA
Wednesdays – January 14, February 11 / 12:00 PM / By chit
BOURBON TRAIL TOUR
This small group meeting focuses on enhancing your
Spanish-speaking skills over lunch, led by Center Club
member, Ed Adkins.
Sponsored by The Cocktail Club
and Gourmet Club
EXECUTIVE FORUM 2
INTRA
Wednesdays – January 14, February 11
5:00-6:30 PM / $15++
Must be a member of the IntraClub to attend. If you’re
interested in joining please email scolao@centerclub.org
EXECUTIVE FORUM
INTRA
Thursday – January 15, February 19 / 4:30-6:00 PM / $15++
Must be a member of the IntraClub to attend. If you’re
interested in joining please email scolao@centerclub.org
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION
Wednesdays – January 21, February 18
11:45 AM – 1:00 PM / Reservations Required
These luncheon orientations provide an excellent overview of
the rules and policies of the Club, plus it’s a great away to meet
other new members. Spouses/partners are encouraged to
attend as well.
SPANISH ROUNDTABLE
INTRA
Friday, February 20 – Sunday, February 22
Only 4 spaces left
Join us on a trip to the Bourbon Trail in Louisville, Kentucky
Friday, February 20, 2015 - Sunday, February 22, 2015.
Enjoy a private tasting and tours at Woodford Reserve and
Buffalo Trace, a gourmet lunch at Holly Hill Inn and a farmto-table seasonal dinner and tasting at Bourbon’s Bistro*,
Louisville’s foremost bourbon bar.
The cost is $499 per person (Gourmet or Cocktail
member) / $549 (non-IntraClub member) and includes
a Friday evening welcome reception, bourbon tasting
tours, Saturday lunch, Saturday 4-course dinner and
bourbon flight, and transportation to tour/tasting
and dinner. The price does not include airfare or hotel.
The Center Club has secured a special rate of $99/night
at the Crowne Plaza Hotel with complimentary
airport shuttle.
Reservations are required and payment is due upon
registration and is non-refundable. For more information
or to register email scolao@centerclub.org.
INTRA
Wednesdays – January 28, February 25
12:00 PM / By chit
Join Ed Adkins as he leads the discussion in Spanish to enhance
and enrich fluency. The discussions are informal, spontaneous
and fun; no English spoken here!
THE COCKTAIL CLUB
INTRA
Tasting & Selection
Wednesdays – January 28, February 25 / 6:30 PM
$10 / Reservations Required
Taste and select the cocktail-of-the-month for February
and March. Must be a Cocktail member to attend.
*Locations
are subject
to change.
Learn more about IntraClubs and Interest Groups on page 9.
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On the Calendar
MIX IT UP
WOMEN IN BUSINESS LUNCHEON
A Conversation Series at the Club
Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot’s
Thoughts on the 2015 Legislative Session
Tuesday, January 20 / 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM / $35++ or
$30++ WIB Members / Reservations Required
Women’s Health
Wednesday, January 7 / 5:30 PM Bar100, 6-7 PM Private
Room / By chit / Reservations Requested
Meet and talk with Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot about
his thoughts on the fiscal and economic climate of the State as
a preview to the 2015 Legislative Session. Joining Comptroller
Franchot will be David Rosen Esq., CPA, Director of RS&F, one of
Maryland’s leading business consulting and accounting firms,
who will share his views on Maryland’s financial wellness.
REAL ESTATE CONNECTIONS
With the start of a new year, it is vital to make wellness a priority.
Dr. Barbara Hutchinson, managing partner of Chesapeake Cardiac
Care and new concierge practice, Cardiac Signature, is one of the
leading cardiologists on the East Coast. She will talk about the
number one cause of death in women—heart disease—and what you
can do through diet, exercise, stress reduction and sleep to keep
your cardiovascular system healthy. Dr. Hutchinson will discuss the
importance of sleep and how it impacts your overall health.
PLEASE NOTE: Parking for this event is not permitted under the
building for members or guests. Please use our alternate garage
at 30 Light Street.
INTRA
with Spencer Levy
PROSPECTIVE MEMBER OPEN HOUSE
Tuesday, January 13 / 5:30-7:30 PM / $35 Center Club
Members, $50 Non-Members / Reservations Required
Tuesday, January 20 / 5:30-7:30 PM / Reservations Required
Join Spencer Levy, Americas Head of Research for CBRE as
he discusses capital market and equity trends and their impact on
the global, domestic and Baltimore-Washington, D.C. real estate
environments. Spencer’s extremely insightful and entertaining upto-the-minute knowledge of the global capital market and how it
affects our region’s real estate is truly without equal. Whether you
are a direct owner of real estate, or only tangentially affected
by it, this opportunity to hear Spencer speak is not to be missed.
Price includes light hors d’oeuvres and beer, wine and soda.
Guests may pay by credit card. Members may make a dinner
reservation afterwards and enjoy a complimentary dessert!
GOVCON 2.0 ROUNDTABLE
DISCUSSION
INTRA
Who would you like to see as a member of the Club? Invite your
friends and colleagues to our Open House for prospective members.
Candidates can meet with other members, tour the Club, sample our
cuisine and learn about the many benefits of membership. A brief
presentation will be given at 6:45 PM. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres
and beer/wine/soft drinks will be served.
HIGH TEA AT THE CLUB
Saturday, January 24 / 3:00-5:00 PM / $25++
Reservations Required
INTRA
Lord and Lady Grantham invite you to
partake in a delightful afternoon tea.
In the style of the captivating program
Downton Abbey, there is no finer way to
take off the chill of winter than to take
pleasure in a leisurely afternoon over a
variety of warming teas, scones, pastries,
tea sandwiches, champagne and mimosas.
The afternoon is made complete with
engaging conversation with fellow ladies
and gentleman and live soothing piano.
Wednesday, January 14 / 5:30-7:00 PM / $15++
Reservations Required
All GovCon 2.0 members are encouraged to attend this first
Roundtable of the year to discuss the challenges and changes
in the Federal Market, moderated by co-chair, Norman Lorch.
Topics covered include LPTA/Best value challenges, GSA schedule
consolidations, and how is social media helping or hurting your
government business. The group will also be planning upcoming
Roundtables topics and speakers for 2015.
THIRD THURSDAY HAPPY HOUR
GOURMET TAKES ON
NORTHERN ITALIAN CUISINE
INTRA
with the IntraClubs and Interest Groups
Sponsored by the Gourmet Club
Thursday, January 15 / 5:30-7:30 PM / By chit
Thursday, January 29 / 6:30 PM / 85++ or 75++ GC Members
Reservations Required
Interested in joining an IntraClub or Interest Group? This is the
perfect opportunity to learn about the benefits of each IntraClub
and Interest Group and meet the chairs. Enjoy happy hour drink
specials, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and great company.
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New Event
Join The Gourmet Club for an evening tasting the rich delicacies of
Northern Italy. Enjoy regional seafood, veal, cured meats, stuffed
pasta, risotto and more. Includes a wine pairing with each course,
additional drinks are by chit. Space is limited.
INTRA IntraClub
Networking
Member Table Available
Family
ON THE CAL E NDAR
MIX IT UP
YOUNG MEMBER HAPPY HOUR
A Conversation Series at the Club
Maryland Higher Education
with The Associated IMPACT
Thursday, February 26 / 5:30-7:30 PM / By chit
Thursday, February 12 / 5:30 PM Bar100, 6-7 PM Private
Room / By chit / Reservations Requested.
Meet the presidents of McDaniel College and Notre Dame
of Maryland University. Join us for a conversation with
Dr. Roger N. Casey, President, McDaniel College and
Dr. Marylou Yam, President, Notre Dame of Maryland University
and get a behind the scenes look at two of the region’s top
private higher education institutions. Learn more about their
challenges, goals and plans for the future.
Grow your network at this joint happy hour with
The Associated IMPACT. Enjoy happy hour drink specials,
complimentary hors d’oeuvres and meeting new people.
IMPACT, the young adult division of The Associated:
Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore, seeks to inspire,
educate and involve Jewish adults through fundraising,
volunteerism and leadership development programs.
HUMANITIES ROUNDTABLE
INTRA
Historical and Hysterical Aphrodisiacs
VALENTINE’S DINNER
Thursday, February 26 / 6:30 PM / $50++ or
$40++ HR Members / Reservations Required
February 13 & 14 / Reservations beginning at 5:30 PM
Enjoy the beautiful view over a romantic
dinner at the Club with your sweetheart
as we offer a specially prepared
Valentine’s Day menu on Saturday night
featuring items such as Maine lobsters,
local oysters and baby lamb. On Friday
the 13th, we will have Valentine’s specials
along with the a la carte menu.
Join the Humanities Roundtable for a discussion and a tapas-style
dinner based on classic aphrodisiacs such as spinach and brie
salad; oyster trio-champagne sabayon, rockefeller and crab and
tomato; asparagus and lobster pastry; and dark chocolate and
strawberries. The group will also discuss the history of aphrodisiacs
and some common foods used in other cultures.
KIDS PAINT PARTY
SEAFOOD BUFFET
Saturday, February 28 / 5:30 PM / $30++ per child
Reservations Required
Wednesday, February 18 / 6:00 PM / 49.95++
Reservations Required
Join us for dinner as Chef Bannan prepares the freshest seasonal
seafood, including our signature raw bar. We will be arranging
Member Tables so you can connect and dine with other members.
No Burger & Brew this evening.
THIRD THURSDAY HAPPY HOUR
Meet Members, Spouses and Partners
Bring your children to the Club to express
their creativity! Charm City Art will lead the
kids with step-by-step instructions to create
a painting of a fish under the sea. Adults may
make a reservation for dinner in the Main Dining
Room or enjoy small plates in Bar100 while the
kid’s paint. Price includes all materials and a
kid-friendly dinner. Recommended for children
ages 7-13. Space is limited.
Thursday, February 19 / 5:30-7:30 PM / By chit
OPEN THAT BOTTLE NIGHT
Bring your spouse/partner to Third Thursday to meet other
members of the Club! As a spouse/partner you can use the
Club on your own, this is a great opportunity to enjoy happy
hour drink specials, complimentary hors d’oeuvres
and great company.
Saturday, February 28 / Reservations beginning at 5:30 PM
TUESDAY
2lb Lobster
Night
$39.95++
WEDNESDAY
Burger & Brew
$15++
Join us for this nation-wide event! Bring that special wine or
champagne you’ve been saving to the Club and enjoy it without
a corkage fee.
THURSDAY
Half Price
Bottles of Wine
(Under $75)
FRIDAY
Live Piano
SATURDAY
Live Piano &
Prime Rib Roast
$38++
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Welcome to New Members!
DR. ADMON ALEXANDER
Director of Curriculum
Hot Spots Extended Care
Program, Inc.
Proposer: Keith Daw
MR. AUNG ARKAR
Senior Informatics Analyst
Cigna - Healthspring
Proposer: Aung Oakkar
MS. KAREN BARBOUR
President
The Barbour Group, LLC
Proposer: Content McLaughlin
MR. LOUIS “CHRIS” BAVIELLO
MS. ASHLEY MANCINELLI
LB: Financial Advisor
Janney Montgomery Scott LLC
AM: Manager, Gift Planning and
Major Gifts Walters Art Museum
Proposer: Thomas Bozzuto
MR. PAUL BEARD
MRS. GAIL BEARD
PB: Sr. Vice President, Finance
McCormick and Co. Inc.
Proposer: Alan Garten
MR. ROBERT BORDEN
MRS. KAY BORDEN
RB: Retired
KB: Clinical Director
Family Health Association
Proposer: Bruce Williams
MR. LAWRENCE BRUDER
MS. ANN BRUDER
LB: President and CEO
Noxilizer, Inc.
AB: Owner
Charm City Art, LLC
Proposer: Ken Aneckstein
MR. SEBASTIAN “BUD” BUONATO
MS. MARTHA BUONATO
SB: Branch Manager
Wells Fargo Advisors
MB: Chief Administrator
Nurse Practitioner Alternatives
Proposer: Craig Gayhardt
MR. BRADLEY CLEMENTE
Ambulatory Services Manager
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Proposer: John Pastalow
MR. TERRY COFFMAN
MS. OLGA COFFMAN
TC: Owner
Suppano’s Prime Steakhouse
OC: Owner
Suppano’s Prime Steakhouse
Proposer: Kelly Drnec
MR. JOSEPH COSTELLO
MRS. JENNIFER COSTELLO
JC: President
Joseph D. Costello, CPA, PC
JC: Office Manager
Joseph D. Costello, CPA, PC
Proposer: Lisa Bands
MR. MIKE CREASY
MS. ALICE DUONG
MC: Audit Practice Leader/
Audit Partner
Grant Thornton LLP
Proposer: Daniel Goldberger
DR. MURRAY DALZIEL
MS. ELIZABETH ROGERS
MD: Dean Merrick School
of Business
University of Baltimore
Proposer: Darlene B. Smith
MR. DANIEL DEIGNAN
Executive Vice President /
Chief Administrative Officer
National Conference Services, Inc.
Proposer: Kenneth Moreland
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Joined November-December 2014
MS. CHRISTINE DIXON
Principal Attorney
C. Dixon Global Law, PLLC
Proposer: Denise Adah
MR. PAUL LATTA, JR.
MRS. KATHLEEN LATTA
Retired
Proposer: Kenneth Lundeen
MR. MICHAEL ROSELLINI
President
East Coast Ambulance Service
Proposer: Martin Brutscher
MR. JOSEPH DOMINICK
MRS. ANDREA DOMINICK
JD: Principal
Gauge Digital Media
AD: Respiratory Therapist
Anchor Pharmacy
Proposer: Justin Simon
MR. PHILIP LAZZATI
MS. PILAR LAZZATI
PL: Associated Italian
American Charities
Chairman
PL: President-Owner
Dalai Group
Proposer: Mark Weigman
MR. SUHAS SHAH
MRS. GIRA SHAH
SS: Owner-Member
Source One Business Services, LLC
GS: Chief Financial Officer
OMH HealthEdge Holdings Inc.
Proposer: James Cornelsen
MR. PATRICK DYER
MS. JULIE DYER
PD: Principal
Capital Portfolio Management Inc.
JD: Lawyer
Department of Social Services
Proposer: Mark Weigman
MS. ELIZABETH FIALKOWSKI
Associate
Miles & Stockbridge, P.C.
Proposer: Jeffrey Markowitz
MR. TIM FOLEY
MRS. JULIE FOLEY
TF: Account Executive
Baltimore Business Journal
JF: Associate Director
Upper Falls Dance Academy
Proposer: John Dinkel
MS. ZULY GONZALEZ
MR. BRANDON “BEAU” ADKINS
ZG: CEO
Light Point Security
BA: CTO
Light Point Security
Proposer: Susan Katz
MR. CRAIG GOODMAN
President & CEO
National Energy Markets
Association
Proposer: Denise Adah
MS. EMILY GORDON
Executive Director
Hot Spots Extended Care
Program, Inc.
Proposer: Keith Daw
MR. MATT JOHNSON
MS. LYNETTE JOHNSON
MJ: CEO and President
Raven Data Technologies
LJ: Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
Proposer: Frank Valdivieso
DR. BANKOLE JOHNSON
MRS. CAROLINA JOHNSON
BJ: The Dr. Irving J. Taylor
Professor and Chair
Department of Psychiatry
UMD School of Medicine
Proposer: Gary Attman
MRS. JULIE KASS
MR. HOWARD KASS
JK: Principal
Ober, Kaler, Grimes and Shriver
HK: VP Regulatory Affairs
American Airlines
Proposer: Frank Bonaventure
DR. JOHN KIRKLAND
MS. MARTHA KIRKLAND
JK: Retired
MK: Executive Vice President
AFP Foundation for Philanthropy
Proposer: Laura Black
MR. ERIK LANE
MRS. JENNIFER LANE
EL: President & CEO
Depot Services, Inc.
JL: Owner
Belle Patri, LLC
Proposer: Claire Hadley
MRS. LES LEEB
President
Jarrett Industries, Inc.
Proposer: David Zirretta
MR. H. DAVID LEIBENSPERGER
Associate Attorney
Thomas & Libowitz, P.A.
Proposer: Frank Laws
MR. RUFUS LUSK III
MS. JESSICA DAMEN
RL: Retired
JD: Artist
Jessica Damen Artist, LLC
Proposer: Denise Adah
MR. DONALD LYBROOK
MS. ANNA LYBROOK
DL: Chief Investment Officer
Bolton Partners
AL: Shareholder
Stoy Malone
Proposer: Mark Lynne
MR. CHRIS MASON
MRS. ASHLEY MASON
CM: Territory Sales Manager
J & J Flooring Group
AM: Event Planner
Allegis Group
Proposer: Aung Oakkar
DR. DAVID MAYER
MRS. CATHY MAYER
DM: Corporate VP
Quality and Safety
MedStar Health
Proposer: Samuel Moskowitz
MR. MICHAEL MULDOWNEY
MS. SHEILA MULDOWNEY
MM: Executive Vice President
CBRE, Inc.
Proposer: Timothy Hodge
MS. ALICIA MULLENIX
Financial Advisor
Morgan Stanley
Wealth Management
Proposer: Kelly Harris
MR. AUNG OAKKAR
Manager, Cancer Registry
UMD Baltimore Washington
Medical Center
Proposer: Kelly Harris
MR. JASON ORLANDI
MS. LISA ORLANDI
JO: Sr. Vice President
Transamerica
Proposer: Edward Walker III
MR. JOEY PRICE
CEO
Jumpstart HR LLC
Proposer: John Pastalow
MR. RUSSELL RICH
Director of Legal Affairs
Spectra Group LLC
Proposer: Russell P. Rich, Sr.
MR. PATRICK ROSE
MS. DAWN ROSE
PR: Director of Business
Development
Safe Travels Group, Inc.
DR: Reading Specialist
Harford County Public Schools
Proposer: Keith Daw
MR. PETER SNYDER
MS. SHERRI SNYDER
PS: Senior Vice President, Sales
Merrill Corporation
Reinstating Member
MR. LAWRENCE STRASSNER III
MR. DAVID REED
LS: Sr. Vice President
Operations and CNO
MedStar Franklin Square
Medical Center
DR: Courier
MedStar Health
Proposer: Sam Moskowitz
MS. LISA STRONG
Principal
Mister, Burton & French, LLC
Proposer: David Witherspoon
MR. FRANCISCO TADLE
MS. MARY TADLE
FT: Investigator
Self-employed
MT: Realtor
Coldwell Banker
Residential Brokerage
Proposer: Ronald Lowman
MR. STEPHEN TAORMINO
MS. ERIN TAORMINO
ST: President & CEO
CC&A Web Development
Proposer: Alvin Katz
MR. LOGEN THIRAN
MRS. DILINI THIRAN
LT: President, CEO
Antenna Research Associates, Inc.
Proposer: Pradeep Wahi
MR. KEVIN THOMAS
Compliance Director, Global Credit
PayPal, Inc.
Proposer: Matt Garono
MRS. ALICE THOMAS
MR. MARK THOMAS
AT: Owner
Thomas Enterprises, LLC
MT: Senior Policy Analyst
U.S. Dept. of Health and
Human Services
Proposer: William Wood
MR. TODD WARREN
SVP, Commercial
Relationship Manager
Sandy Spring Bank
Proposer: Drew Greenblatt
MR. ROBERT WHITE III
MRS. KERRY WHITE
RW: M&T Bank
Managing Director
Proposer: Augie Chiasera
IntraClubs/Interest Groups
With the start of the New Year, now is the perfect time to join an IntraClub or Interest Group! Make the most of your
membership by sharing your interests with those of like-mind. These groups are created and run by members and are
a great way to develop new relationships, network and get more involved at the Club. By joining an IntraClub you will
receive special benefits and pricing at IntraClub events. Interest Groups are free to join, but registration is required to
keep you informed on the latest events. To join or for more information please email scolao@centerclub.org or visit
www.centerclub.org/members/intraclubs.
COCKTAIL CLUB
GOVCON 2.0
Chairs: Mike McCarthy & Frank Riley
Chairs: Alvin Katz, Gloria Larkin & Norman Lorch
The Cocktail Club gathers members who are interested in
trying new cocktails and learning more about handcrafted
drinks and spirits. Events include monthly tasting and cocktail
selection, spirit-oriented receptions and dinners and meeting
new people over cocktails. Cost is $130 and includes one
complimentary handcrafted cocktail-of-the-month, subscription
to Imbibe magazine, discounted pricing at events and an
invitation to attend quarterly planning meetings and
monthly tastings.
The GovCon Interest Group provides a venue to bring both
corporate and government agencies together for an opportunity
to build relationships and learn about what is occurring in
the government contracting business. Roundtable and panel
discussions are held throughout the year. No cost to join.
EXECUTIVE FORUM &
EXECUTIVE FORUM 2
Chairs EF: Willem Cassard & David Lunken
Chairs EF2: Susan Katz & Gina Ramsey
Executive Forum connects like-minded, experienced business
owners, presidents and CEOs interested in learning from each
other and improving how they do business. An additional group,
Executive Forum 2, was created for senior-level executives with
P & L responsibility.
Monthly meetings encourage members to share best practices,
discuss relevant operational topics, explore ideas and expand
their external network. Both groups are intended for B2B and
seek non-competitive businesses. Cost is $95 and includes a
subscription to Entrepreneur or INC. magazine.
*Enrollment is limited to members of non-competing companies.
Must be approved to join and attend meetings.
GOURMET CLUB
Chair: Michael Polizzi
The mission of the Gourmet Club is to gather members together
who have an interest in the education, appreciation and
enjoyment of outstanding food and beverage. Events include
themed dinners, tastings and culinary demonstrations, formal
and informal. Cost is $130 and includes a subscription to
Food & Wine magazine, discounted pricing at gourmet events
and two complimentary glasses of our wine of the month.
HUMANITIES ROUNDTABLE
Chairs: Shirley Bigley-LaMotte & Laura Perry
The Humanities Roundtable offers engaging cultural programs
over dinner. Discussions include history, anthropology, literature,
language, visual and performing arts, fashion, music, philosophy,
or current events. The group discusses a book over dinner during
their last meeting of the year. Cost is $35 and includes the book
of the year and discounted pricing at events.
REAL ESTATE CONNECTIONS
Chairs: Andrew Finkelstein, Jeff Rosen & Andrew Segall
This Interest Group gathers Baltimore’s top real estate leaders
and service providers in an intimate setting. Events are held
2-3 times a year and include networking and a prominent
speaker in the industry. No cost to join.
SPANISH ROUNDTABLE
Chair: Ed Adkins
This Interest Group gathers those fluent in Spanish to exercise
their skill over monthly lunch meetings. A division of Spanish
Roundtable, Mini Mesa, welcomes those of all skill levels over
lunch each month. No cost to join.
WOMEN IN BUSINESS
Chairs: Content McLaughlin & Gina Ramsey
The Women in Business IntraClub gives professional and
entrepreneurial female members of The Center Club a venue
to connect and network together. An informal happy hour and
special 3-course dinner is held the first Tuesday of every month.
Cost is $75 and includes access to monthly dinners and
discounted pricing at events.
In the works: Healthcare and Wine Club
Learn more or sign up for an IntraClub/Interest Group at Third Thursday on January 15.
Have an idea for a new IntraClub or Interest Group? Contact Nancy Sloane at nsloane@centerclub.org.
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Congratulations
• Andy Baida, has won The Daily Record’s Top Leadership
in Law Award for 2014.
• Kathleen Bands Schindler was awarded The Rookie-Memberof-the-Year Award by CREW Baltimore
• Kimberly Citizen completed the Veteran Institute
Procurement program and was presented with a congressional
citation on behalf of Elijah Cummings.
• Alice Dailey, Cidalia Luis-Akbar and Stella May Miller
were named SmartCEO Circle of Excellence Winners.
• Reginald Davis, Victor Khouzami and Ronald Peterson
were named GMBC’s 50th Anniversary Physician Titans
of Care.
• Drew Greenblatt was named as Industry Week’s
Manufacturing Leader of the Week.
• Bonnie Heneson received the Lifetime Achievement
Award from the Maryland Chapter of the Public Relations
Society of America.
• Kristina Johnson was awarded the 2015 Rising Star
Award by the Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS.
• Jim Mathias was named a Leadership in Law winner
by The Daily Record.
• Ellen H. Yankellow was named the 2015 Sadie Award
Winner by The Children’s Guild.
Named a Fastest-Growing Private Company
in the Baltimore-Area
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Monyka Berrocosa, MyCity4Her Inc.
Marcus Board, Premier Management Corp.
Christopher Brandt, Audacious Inquiry LLC
Eric Brotman, Brotman Financial Group Inc.
Robert Carpenter, Baltimore-Washington Financial Advisors
Angelique Rewers, The Corporate Agent
Timothy Regan, Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
Sean Rhudy, Enhanced Computing Solutions
Paula Singer, Singer Group
Named a 2014 Top Doctor by
Baltimore Magazine
• Brian Berman, University of Maryland Medical Center
Rehabilitation & Orthopedic Institute
• Henry Brem, The Johns Hopkins Hospital
• Issam Cheikh, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital
• Reginald Davis, Neurosurgical Associates at GBMC
• Frank Ebert, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital
• Jonathan Efron, The Johns Hopkins Hospital
• Ira Fine, Falls Medical Specialists
• Christopher Harman, University of Maryland Medical Center
• Allan Jensen, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital
• Jeffrey Posner, Mid-Atlantic Nephrology Associates
• Peter Rock, University of Maryland Anesthesiology
Board Appointments
• Carol Coughlin, Lead Independent Director
of the Board for Hamilton Bancrop Inc.
• Kenneth DeFontes Jr., Maryland St. Joseph
Medical Center Foundation Board
• Joan McGill, Board of Directors,
Maryland CASA Association
• Mark Pollak, Board of Directors,
Greater Homewood Community Corp.’s
• Jeffrey Rosen, Board of Trustees,
Maryland Council of Economic Education
• Karen Schonfeld, Board of Directors, United Way of
Central Maryland and Executive Leadership Team,
American Heart Association Go Red for Women Campaign
• Wanda Smith has joined the advisory board for the
Casey Cares Foundation
If you have been recognized by an outside organization please help
us spread the good news by emailing scolao@centerclub.org.
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHTS
Eugene Barabasz
Eugene was recognized as Employee
of the Month in September. He has
been with The Center Club for eight
years and will be retiring at the end
of March. Eugene is the first person
to greet you as you enter the Club’s
garage, he also works as a server,
assists with maintenance and utilities and can also be found
setting up rooms for Club events and private parties.
Eugene is originally from Baltimore and moved back to the
East Coast after retiring. He worked as a water hydrologist for
over 30 years in Los Angeles, California. “I have so many fond
memories of The Center Club. I have made some very close
friends here and will miss working with them every day.”
Eugene is looking forward to devoting more time to his
hobbies, astronomy and building drones, once he retires.
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Michael Sipes
In October, Michael was recognized
as Employee of the Month. He began
working at The Center Club after
graduating from Baltimore International
College in 2011. During his culinary
training he studied in Ireland for five
weeks working all areas of a hotel from
front-of-the-house service, to the kitchen and grounds keeping.
You may remember seeing Michael in the 16th Floor Grill. He is
currently working in the main kitchen on the sauté station making
pastas, fish, scallops and his favorite new menu item, the Kobe
Beef Short Ribs.
Michael is the oldest of three and grew up in Catonsville. Watching
Emeril Lagasse on Food Network inspired him to become a chef
himself. In his spare time he likes to bake and create new recipes
at home like homemade maple bacon ice cream. His family loves
it when he cooks for them, especially home-style rustic comfort
food such as beef bourguignon.
Photo Gallery
Winter Wonderland Cookie Decorating Party
Sumesh & Nicholas Thomas
YM Wine Education
Lisa, Grace and Jay Orlandi
Stag’s Leap Wine Luncheon
Carrie Ann Willams and Laura Werther
William and Auror
a Mapp
David Koch, Marcus Notaro Winemaker at Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars,
Brian & Donna Dinardo, Luis Valdivieso
Young Members Holiday Party
Heather Lane, Emily Smith, Chris Nicoli, Kelly Harris, Melinda Wise, Shelley Zimmerman,
Kathleen Bands Schindler
Cody & Jennifer Dodson
Halloween Party sponsored by The Cocktails Club
David & Kimberly Simonetti
Judy Simkin & Frank Riley
Jill McClune, Gina Ram
hel
sey, Brian Pickett, Mic
e Cohen
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THE CENTER CLUB
100 Light Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
410-727-7788
410-783-0166 fax
www.centerclub.org
info@centerclub.org
2015 INTRACLUB REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
Hours of Operation
Club Management & Staff
Executive Offices & Accounting
Monday - Friday: 8:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
KEVIN M. BONNER
General Manager
kbonner@centerclub.org / (667) 217-3540
Lunch Service
Monday - Friday: 11:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Dinner Service
Tuesday - Friday: 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Saturday: 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
BAR100
Monday: 11:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday - Friday: 11:45 a.m. until close
Saturday: 5:30 p.m. until close
Private Rooms
Monday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: by inquiry
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C. ROBERT BANNAN, III
Executive Chef / (667) 217-3541
NANCY SLOANE
Director of Membership & Marketing
nsloane@centerclub.org / (667) 217-3542
VANESSA DAILEY
Director of Catering
vdailey@centerclub.org / (667) 217-3543
ANDREAS DOULAMATIS
Director of Dining Room Services
adoulamatis@centerclub.org / (667) 217-3545
MICHELLE WILLIAMS
Director of Finance & Administration
mwilliams@centerclub.org / (667) 217-3544
STEPHANIE COLAO
Associate Manager of
Membership & Marketing
scolao@centerclub.org / (667) 217-3546
KRISTEN LITTLE
Assistant to Director of Catering
klittle@centerclub.org / (667) 217-3547
VALERIE MANNING
Accounts Receivable
vmanning@centerclub.org / (667) 217-3550
For all Club rules and policies,
download our Member Guide online
at www.centerclub.org/members/
membership/member-guide
NITA CHEY
Receptionist
reception@centerclub.org / (410) 727-7788
Editor: Stephanie Colao / Designed by Piccirilli Dorsey, Inc.
Reservations – Members are encouraged to make a
reservation prior to arriving at the Club. By providing
the Club with advance notice, we can confirm your
reservation and better serve you. Please call Reception
at (410) 727-7788 or visit www.centerclub.org to make
a reservation.
Unaccompanied Guest Policy – Members can extend
a Guest Card to a friend or colleague which allows them
to use the Club unaccompanied. You are able to provide
a Guest Card to 2 different people up to 2 times per
year with no one unaccompanied guest being able to
use the Club more than 2 times a year. Reservations must
be made with Reception at least 48 hours in advance.
Dress Code – Business casual dress code has been
extended until further notice in all areas of the Club:
collared shirt and slacks for men; comparable dress for
women. No jackets are required. Denim, shorts, t-shirts
and sneakers are not permitted anywhere in the Club.
Electronic Devices and Paper Policy – To maintain
the elegant atmosphere of the Club, please refrain from
using cell phones in the Main Dining Room. However, the
discreet passing of papers is allowed at your dining table.
Cancellation Policy – Cancellations for Club events must
be received no less than 48 hours prior to the event, or
unless otherwise noted, to avoid any charges. Members
who cancel after this period are subject to 50% of fees.
Parking – The Club has a limited number of spaces
between 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and is only available on
a first-come, first-served basis. We apologize that we
cannot reserve parking spaces for any member.
Additional parking can be found directly across the
street from the building with entrances on Light and
Lombard Streets.
We will provide parking vouchers upon arrival to the
Club. The cost is the same as the Club’s garage, $12 for
up to 3 hours billed to your house account.