May/June 2016
Photo credit: Cheryl Ann Quigley / Shutterstock.com
PressBox
Preakness
Preview
Culture at
the Club with
Laura Lippman
A Taste of
Symphony
Number One
Board of Governors
David H. Nevins, President
Nevins & Associates
[email protected]
Denise G. Adah
Ameriprise Financial
Frank C. Bonaventure
Ober/Kaler
Calvin G. Butler, Jr.
BGE
August J. Chiasera
M&T Bank
Mark M. Deering
MacKenzie Companies
John H. Denick
John H. Denick & Assoc., P.A.
Guy Flynn
DLA Piper, US
John B. Frisch
Miles & Stockbridge
Donald C. Fry
Greater Baltimore Committee
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
Lawrence A. LaMotte
Immune Deficiency Foundation
Keith Lee
Brown Capital Management
Julia Marciari-Alexander
The Walters Art Museum
Patricia J. Mitchell
Amy Perry
Sinai Hospital
Ronald R. Peterson
Johns Hopkins Health System
Bonnie L. Phipps
Ascension Health
Timothy J. Regan
The Whiting-Turner
Contracting Company
Howard Rosen
Rosen, Sapperstein
& Friedlander, LLC
FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
It’s the time of year when we see so many families at
the Club, especially for graduations and Mother’s Day.
It’s something we look forward to, seeing members and
future members make memories here together.
I recently saw a statistic that estimates we spend
four years of our life using communication platforms,
texting, tweeting, messaging and the like. Of course
there’s no doubt that technology makes my work
easier. The next time you’re at the Club, ask me to
show you a few Sunday morning text exchanges with
Andreas! And mobile technology brings my faraway family members closer
together. I can watch a sunrise with one son at work in Hawaii and a few hours
later see the view from his brother’s seat at Oriole Park. Life in the 21st century
is so good!
On the other hand it also reminds me how there’s no substitute for the energy that
comes from face-to-face meetings, group gatherings, and personal interaction –
the spirit of The Center Club itself.
We’re looking forward to seeing you in person here at the Club very soon.
Celebrate Father’s Day in the Orioles Pub before heading to the ballpark.
And bring your father or kids in to show off our latest Orioles memorabilia in
Baltimore’s only dining establishment to carry the Oriole name. Check out the
calendar and plan to join us at our newest events including: PressBox Preakness
Preview, A Taste of Symphony Number One, Healthcare Connections, and Culture
at the Club with The New York Times best selling author Laura Lippman.
Mark your calendars for our Fourth of July Celebration (July 4), Paint & Wine
Night (July 15) and Motown Night (July 23).
Of course, I completely approve of using technology to make plans to meet up in
person for drinks with old friends, a debrief after a long call, or dinner to talk over
plans for the season ahead. We’re ready and waiting!
Kevin M. Bonner
General Manager
[email protected]
P.S. If you’re celebrating a graduation, please let us know when you make your
reservation so we can acknowledge the important event. We share your pride in
these important milestones, and are honored to help you celebrate.
Thomas Schweizer, Jr.
Brown Advisory
Mary Pat Seurkamp
MPK&D Higher Education Strategy
and Leadership Consulting
Edward H. Walker, III
Armada Global
Mark Weigman
T. Rowe Price
John E. Pastalow, III
Ex Officio
Ameriprise Financial Services
Board Member Emeritus
Julie Mercer
Henry A. Rosenberg, Jr.
Otis Warren, Jr.
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The Center Club, A Platinum Club
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.
AROUND T H E C LU B
Membership in
The Center Club
Now Offers F&B and Activity Credit
For a limited time only, we’re converting the one-time
initiation fee into usage at the Club with Activity Credits.
When a new member joins they’ll have the option to attend
some of the most popular Club events and join an IntraClub
where they can connect with other members. Plus we’ll
credit 50% of their initiation fee for food & beverage enjoyed
anywhere in the Club for their first three months.
Make the Orioles
Pub Your Destination
for Home Games!
Lunch: 11:30 AM-2:00 PM,
Monday-Friday
Dinner: Burger & Brew Wednesdays
beginning at 5:00 PM
4th Thursday: Trivia Night
New members can select to attend the popular Seafood
Buffet, Paint Night, Motown Night or Trivia Night in the Pub.
And they can chose to join one of our IntraClubs and enjoy
meeting other members over a shared interest.
Please check the website for
the game day schedule.
Do you know anyone interested in joining? Invite them to the
Open House for Prospective Members on Tuesday, May 17th
from 5-7 PM. For more information on membership or an
application, contact Nancy Sloane, Director of Membership
and Marketing at 667-217-3542 or [email protected].
Orioles Pub Dress Code
Impress Your Clients
and Colleagues
with a Corporate Event at the Club
Make an impressive statement when you host your next
meeting at the Club. Our staff will listen to your needs and
create the ideal layout and menu for your corporate event
whether it’s a retirement party, employee staff meeting,
classroom training or a dinner for your Board of Directors.
There are eight areas to host events – smaller rooms and the
Wine Room have a minimum spending usage while our larger
and unique spaces have a room rental fee.
Work with our catering team and Chef Bannan to create a
specialized menu for your event. For more information or for
a banquet packet, contact Vanessa Dailey, Director of Catering
at [email protected] or Paige McMillan, Assistant to
Director of Catering at [email protected].
Electronic Statements
You now have the ability to receive your statements by
email by going online and selecting how you’d like to receive
your monthly statements. Or email [email protected] to
update your statement settings. If you need assistance logging in
to the member area of the website, email [email protected].
Reciprocal Clubs
www.centerclub.org/dining/orioles-pub/
Please go directly to the 16th floor if you are
dressed for the Pub.
Permitted in the Pub: collared shirt or team jersey,
slacks, neat and clean denim, or hemmed shorts.
Athletic shoes in good condition.
Not permitted: t-shirts, tank tops, sweatshirts, sweatpants
and other athletic attire, cut offs, ripped or torn jeans,
flip flops. Hats must be removed while in the building.
Pub attire is not allowed on the 15th floor.
Hit a Homerun with Your Guests
Book your next private party in the Orioles Pub!
The Pub provides a fun, relaxed setting to entertain
your guests in an ideal event space for:
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Company Happy Hours
Corporate Receptions
Business Dinners
Birthday Parties
Away Game Viewing Parties
For more information or for a banquet packet,
contact Vanessa Dailey, Director of Catering at
[email protected] or Paige McMillan, Assistant to
Director of Catering at [email protected].
Billiards Room
Now Open
The Billiards Room,
located right next to the
Pub offers pool, darts and
chess. Plan to watch the
games on the TV while
playing a game of pool.
Remember when making your summer vacation plans that
there are over 90 Clubs you have access to. Check the full
listing on the member area of the website.
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Monthly Events
MINI MESA
SPANISH ROUNDTABLE
INTRA
Tuesday, May 24 / 12 PM / By chit
Tuesday, June 28 / 6 PM* / By chit
Wednesdays – May 11, June 8 / 12 PM / By chit
This small group meeting focuses on enhancing your
Spanish-speaking skills over lunch, led by Center Club
member, Ed Adkins.
EXECUTIVE FORUM 2
INTRA
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 group will meet over dinner in June.
INTRA
Wednesdays–May 11, June 8 / 5:00-6:30 PM / $15++
Must be a member of the IntraClub to attend. See page 9 for
more information on joining or email [email protected].
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATIONS
THE COCKTAIL CLUB
INTRA
Tasting & Selection
Wednesdays–May 25, June 22 / 6:30 PM / $15
Reservations Required
Wednesdays, May 18 & June 22 / 11:45 AM-1:15 PM
Reservations Required
Taste and select the cocktail-of-the-month for June
and July. Must be a Cocktail member to attend.
These luncheon orientations provide an excellent overview of
the rules and policies of the Club, plus it’s a great way to meet
other new members. Spouses/partners are encouraged to
attend as well. Please RSVP.
TRIVIA NIGHT
EXECUTIVE FORUM
INTRA
Thursdays–May 19, June 16 / 4:30-6:00 PM / $15++
Must be a member of the IntraClub to attend. See page 9 for
more information on joining or email [email protected].
THIRD THURSDAY HAPPY HOUR
in the Orioles Pub
2lb Lobster
Night
$39.95++
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New Event
WEDNESDAY
Burger & Brew
$17++
Join us in the Orioles Pub for fun, facts and the chance to win
free food and drink! Enjoy the Pub menu, local draft beers and
hand crafted cocktails while testing your trivia knowledge.
Hosted by Neil Goldberg of Golden Productions, you can
bring your own team (of 5-8 people) or join one the night
of trivia. Each Center Club member of the winning team will
receive a prize!
INTRA
Sponsored by: Women in Business
Meet and mingle with other members at this always popular
happy hour. Enjoy happy hour drink specials, complimentary
hors d’oeuvres and fantastic company.
TUESDAY
Thursdays–May 26, June 23 / 6 PM Arrival,
6:30 PM Game / By chit / Reservations Required
COCKTAILS & CONVERSATION
Thursdays–May 19, June 16 / 5-7 PM / By chit
Reservations Requested
What do the icons mean?
4th Thursday Monthly
Tuesday, June 7 / 5-6 PM Cocktails, 6:00 PM Dinner
By chit / Dinner Reservations Required
All are welcome to join the Women in Business for “Cocktails
& Conversation.” 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. See page 6 for details about the WIB:
Trailblazer Awards Dinner on May 3.
INTRA IntraClub
THURSDAY
Half Price
Bottles of Wine
(Under $75)
Networking
FRIDAY
Live Piano
Member Table Available
Family
SATURDAY
Live Piano &
Prime Rib Roast
$38++
On the Calendar
TRAILBLAZERS IN
HEALTHCARE
AWARDS DINNER
INTRA
Sponsored by Women in Business
Tuesday, May 3 / 5 PM Cocktail Hour, 6:00-8:30 PM Dinner
& Awards / $83 Center Club Members or $95 Non-Member
Guests / Reservations Required
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH
SOLD OUT / Sunday, May 8 / Reservations between
11 AM-2 PM / $49.95++ or $22.95++ children under 12
(children under 4 dine free) / Reservations Required
Treat mom to a wonderful brunch overlooking the Inner
Harbor. Enjoy our special brunch featuring Lobster Tails,
Maryland Crab Cakes, Beef Tenderloin and complimentary
mimosas and champagne! Additional drinks are by chit.
Honoring six women in healthcare who are being recognized
as pioneers in their field and having blazed a trail for others to
follow and build on.
Honorees for the 2016 Trailblazers in Healthcare are:
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Dr. Tina L. Cheng, Johns Hopkins University
Dr. Miriam L. Cohen, MedStar-Union Memorial Hospital
Dr. Carole B. Miller, St. Agnes Cancer Center
Bonnie L. Phipps, Ascension Health
Lillie D. Shockney, Johns Hopkins Breast Center
Dr. Vicki J. Tepper, University of MD School of Medicine.
Price includes a 3-course dinner with wine and parking
under the building. Drinks during networking are by chit.
Space is limited.
CINCO DE MAYO HAPPY HOUR
Thursday, May 5 / 5-7 PM / By chit
Reservations Requested
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the Orioles Pub with featured
tequila cocktails, fish tacos, our signature “Heater” nachos and
good company! Watch the O’s take on the Yankees at 7:05 PM.
KENTUCKY
DERBY
BOURBON &
BOWTIES
Saturday, May 7
4:30-7:00 PM / By chit
Reservations Requested
Join us in the Orioles Pub for
our annual Kentucky Derby
party! This special Saturday
happy hour will feature derbythemed cocktails including the Center Club’s own signature
mint julep, flights of small batch bourbons and southern-style
food specials. Get in the spirit while watching the races and
dress the part with bowties for men and hats for ladies–there
will be prizes for win, place and show! Plan to continue the
party and stay for dinner afterwards!
Photo credit: Cheryl Ann Quigley / Shutterstock.com
PRESSBOX PREAKNESS PREVIEW
Tuesday, May 10 / 5-6 PM Arrival, 6:00-7:30 PM
Program / $25++ Buffet (optional), drinks by chit
Reservations Required
Stan “The Fan” Charles, Founder and Publisher of PressBox, will host a one-of-a-kind Roundtable in the Orioles Pub
discussing the history of the Preakness. This discussion will take
place just days after the 2016 Kentucky Derby, but before the
141st running of the middle jewel of the Triple Crown. Panelists
will include William “Billy” Boniface, world renowned trainer,
Gabrielle Gaudet, Maryland Jockey Club track handicapper,
John Eisenberg, author of numerous books on horse racing, and
Bill Ordine, PressBox gaming writer. The discussion and Q&A
will center on the history of the Preakness and this year’s race, as
well as a discussion of American Pharoah’s historic Triple Crown
victory in 2015. Join us early (5-6 PM) and enjoy a special Pubfare buffet for $25++ or come enjoy the program and stay for
dinner afterwards in the Main Dining Room (Lobster Night).
PROFESSIONAL WORKSHOP SERIES
Sponsored by the Young Members Committee
Tuesday, May 10 / 6 PM Networking, 6:30 PM Presentation
$15++ / Reservations Required
Gloria Larkin, President of TargetGov will relate the
value of Chambers of Commerce, networking groups,
local, regional and national associations to personal and
professional growth. The cost includes two glasses of
house wine or beer, additional drinks are by chit. All members are welcome.
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MIX IT UP
Opportunities and Challenges for the
Medical Cannabis Industry In Maryland
Wednesday, May 11 / 5:30 PM Bar100, 6-7 PM Private Room
By chit / Reservations Requested
Medical cannabis continues to be a hot topic both nationally
and in Maryland, as the state will be issuing licenses to
cannabis growers and distributors later this year. Learn
more about the proven medical benefits of cannabis
and how this emerging industry in Maryland will help to
create new jobs and economic development while offering
new medical treatment options. Join us for a roundtable
discussion with Daraius Irani, Economist, Regional Economic
Studies Institute at Towson University; Dan K. Morhaim,
M.D, Maryland State Delegate and Greg Rochlin, CEO,
Chesapeake Health Sciences. Moderated by David Nevins,
Center Club Board President.
OPEN HOUSE FOR
PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS
Tuesday, May 17 / 5:00-7:00 PM / Reservations Required
Candidates can meet other members, tour the Club, sample
our cuisine and learn about the many benefits of membership
and our membership campaign. Complimentary hors
d’oeuvres and beer/wine/soft drinks will be served.
A TASTE OF SYMPHONY
NUMBER ONE
Come Support the Arts in Baltimore
Saturday, May 21 / 6-8 PM / $35++ Center Club
members, $55 plus processing fee non-members
Reservations Required
This unique evening brings
together the music of
Symphony Number One,
a new Baltimore based
next-generation chamber
orchestra and the culinary
talent of Chef Bannan. Come
meet the musicians and
music director Jordan Randall Smith over a glass of
wine and seasonal hors d’oeuvres specially created for
this evening by the Club’s culinary team. Then stay and
listen to a performance of Symphony Number One’s
works and an as-yet unreleased recording of music
and hear the plans for future performances at the Club.
You’ll hear great classical music, fantastic but lesser
known music by African American composers and
even a piece from one of Symphony Number One’s
composers. The cost to attend this event will be
donated to Symphony Number One.
FAMILY PIZZA & MOVIE NIGHT
in the Orioles Pub
Friday May 20 / $15.95++ adults or $12.95++ children
under 12 / Reservations Required
Our popular Family Pizza & Movie Night returns! We will
show a baseball classic, The Rookie. Our pizza buffet includes
an assortment of pizzas and flatbreads with a variety of
toppings, salad, and our signature ice cream sundae bar.
Save the Date
May 30: Club Closed (Memorial Day)
Tuesday May 24 / 5:30 PM Networking,
6:15 PM Presentation / $35 Center Club members,
$55 non-members/ Reservations Required
Speaking on “Transforming Healthcare in Maryland,”
Nelson Sabatini is a widely recognized leader in both the
Maryland and federal healthcare arenas, and currently is Chair
of the Health Services Cost Review Commission. Previously,
he has served as Maryland Secretary for the Department of
Health & Mental Hygiene under two administrations, Deputy
Commissioner for the Social Security Administration, and
Executive Vice President of the University of Maryland Medical
System. Non-members may register through Eventbrite.
MIX IT UP
July 15: Wine & Paint Night
Betting on Baltimore’s Future
Aug 22-Aug 27: Club Closed for Maintenance
Aug 29-Sept 3: Club Schedule to be Announced
Sept 5: Club Closed (Labor Day)
INTRA
Transforming Healthcare In Maryland
July 4: Fourth of July Celebration Party
(Club closed for lunch and a la carte dining)
July 23: Motown Night
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HEALTHCARE CONNECTIONS
Wednesday, June 8 / 5:30 PM Bar100, 6-7 PM Private Room
By chit / Reservations Requested
Join us for this roundtable discussion on fostering new
partnerships with police to build trust and strengthen
communities. Panelists include: Colonel Melissa Hyatt,
Baltimore City Police Chief, Patrol Division; Ginger Mihalik,
Executive Director, Baltimore Chesapeake Bay Outward
Bound School; and Celia Neustadt, Executive Director,
The Inner Harbor Project. Moderated by David Nevins,
Center Club Board President.
ON THE CALE NDAR
JOIN NEW YORK
TIMES BEST
SELLING AUTHOR
LAURA LIPPMAN
Culture at the Club
Saturday, June 11 / 6 PM Cocktails,
6:30-7:30 PM Presentation with Q&A
$30++ or $50++ couple
Reservations Required
Join us for our next Culture at the Club event, an occasional
program featuring area artists and creative minds, who will
share their talents and points of view exclusively with Center
Club members and guests.
Acclaimed author Laura Lippman will share details about
her rise from Baltimore Sun reporter to an award winning
author and offers a behind the scenes look at her latest novel,
Wild Lake, just released on May 3rd. Based in Howard County,
Maryland where Lippman grew up, this new novel challenges
our notions of memory, loyalty, responsibility, and justice
in this evocative and psychological complex story about a
long-ago death that still haunts a family. Laura Lippman is
a New York Times bestselling author of the popular Tess
Monaghan series and standalones After I’m Gone, I’d Know
You Anywhere, and What the Dead Know. The first 40 people
to register will receive a signed copy of Wild Lake.
YOUNG MEMBERS WINE
EDUCATION SERIES
Australian & New Zealand Wines
YOUNG MEMBERS HAPPY HOUR
with Young Nonprofit Professionals
Network Baltimore
Tuesday, June 21 / 5-7 PM / By chit
Reservations Required
Grow your network at this joint happy hour! The Young
Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) activates emerging
leaders by connecting them with resources, people, and ideas.
HIGH TEA AT THE CLUB
Saturday, June 25 / 2-4 PM / $25++
Reservations Required
Enjoy our high tea this summer. Cool down with refreshing
iced teas, soothing tea and live piano music. Enjoy a variety
of scones, pastries, sandwiches, champagne and mimosas.
TASTES AND TRADITIONS OF INTRA
THE MEDITERRANEAN COAST
Sponsored by The Gourmet Club
Thursday, June 30 / 6:30 PM / $95++ or $85++ GC
Members / Reservations Required
We can’t promise a Santorini sunset or Moroccan moonrise,
but this delectable event will transport your taste buds around
the globe! Enjoy a unique 5-course culinary experience from
Greece, Italy, the French Riviera, Spain, and Northern Africa.
Paired with the region’s wines and aperitifs, this event surely
shows why Mediterranean cuisine is one of the most popular
eating lifestyles today.
Tuesday, June 14 / 6:30 PM / $25++ / Reservations Required
Join us for this installment of our educational series as we
taste and discuss different varietals from Australia and
New Zealand. In addition to trying new wines, this is a
great way to meet other young members! “Wine knowledge”
is not required.
SEAFOOD BUFFET
Wednesday, June 15 / Beginning at 6 PM / $55++
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 meet
and dine with other members. No a la carte dining and the
Orioles Pub will not be open this evening.
ROSÉ HAPPY HOUR TASTING
INTRA
Sponsored by The Wine Club
Friday, June 17 / 6 PM / $30++ or $25++ WC members
Reservations Required
American importer Robert Shive joins the Wine Club again for a delightful presentation featuring the subtle and alluring
rosés of Provence. Enjoy the best rosés of the season paired
with hors d’oeuvres. Plan to stay for dinner afterwards and
enjoy discounts on featured wines.
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IntraClubs/Interest Groups
Make the most of your membership by sharing your interests with those of like-mind. By joining an IntraClub you will receive
special benefits and pricing at IntraClub events. Interest Groups are free to join, but registration is requested to keep you
informed on the latest events. To join or for more information please email [email protected].
COCKTAIL CLUB
SPANISH ROUNDTABLE
Chairs: Mike McCarthy & Frank Riley
Chair: Ed Adkins
Cocktail Club is a great way to connect with friends over
the best-tasting therapy around—cocktails! Using a format
reminiscent of your favorite book club, monthly tastings
highlight a specific spirit or drink type each month. Cost is
$130 and includes one complimentary handcrafted cocktailof-the-month, subscription to Imbibe magazine, discounted
pricing at events and an invitation to attend monthly tastings.
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.
EXECUTIVE FORUM &
EXECUTIVE FORUM 2
Chairs EF: Willem Cassard & David Lunken
Chairs EF2: Susan Katz & Gina Ramsey
Monthly meetings encourage members to share best
practices, discuss relevant operational topics, explore ideas
and expand their external network. Cost is $95 to join 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.
GOVCON 2.0
Chairs: Alvin Katz & Norman Lorch
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. No cost to join.
GOURMET CLUB
Chairs: Rufus Lusk, III & Michael Polizzi
The Gourmet Club gathers members together who have
an interest in the education, appreciation and enjoyment of
outstanding food and beverage. You will be delighted by the
combination of flavors in the member-driven themed dinners,
as well as the culinary craft of our own Chef Bannan. Cost is
$130 and includes a subscription to Food & Wine magazine,
discounted pricing at gourmet events and 2 complimentary
glasses of our wine of the month.
WINE CLUB
Chairs: Al Spoler, Howard Sobkov & Luis Valdivieso
The Wine Club gathers together members who have an
appreciation for the enjoyment of wine. Events include dinners,
tastings, tours, educational seminars and more. The cost to join
is $130 and includes discounted pricing at Wine Club events, no
corkage fee at 2 dinners, 2 complimentarily glasses of our wine
of the month, and first priority to register for Wine Club events.
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 luncheons.
In the Works
BOOKS & BOARDS
Chairs: Susan Katz, Nickel Lietzau & Elizabeth Rogers
The focus of this group is to gather members
together who are interested in forming a Book Club
and/or playing an assortment of board games
(word, cooperative, cards, strategy) on alternating
months. Please complete a brief survey to share your
input or email [email protected] to join.
www.surveymonkey.com/r/BooksandBoards
HEALTHCARE CONNECTIONS
WHISKEY CLUB
Chairs: Jeff Rosen, Nancy Smit & Howard Sollins
Chairs: Cody Dodson & Brad Myers
This Interest Group provides an opportunity for members who
are passionate about healthcare to interact and meet with the
top healthcare industry leaders and service providers in an
intimate setting. No cost to join.
A group for those interested in tasting and learning more
about a variety of whiskeys including scotch, bourbon,
rye and more. Interested in joining? Please complete a
brief survey to help us plan the format of this group and
let us know what interests you by May 13th.
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.
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www.surveymonkey.com/r/whiskeyclub
CRAFT BEER CLUB
We will be having an interest/planning meeting for a
Craft Beer IntraClub on Thursday, May 12th from 5-6 PM.
RSVP to [email protected].
Kathleen Bands Schindler & Thomasina Poirot
After 42 years of service to The Center Club, Anna Richardson retired and was honored by the Board.
Orioles Opening Day Party
Sportswriter Preview – Tony Pente, Ross Grimsley, Peter Schmuck, Stan Charles
Francisco & Luis Valdivieso at Easter Brunch
Christina Rhudy, Sean Rhudy, Denise Parks,
Vonda Peterson
Whitney Burton & Christina Snyder
Gilda Johnson & Ken Camden
Welcome to New Members!
MS. DIANE ABELOFF
DR. EMILE BENDIT
DA: Retired
EB: Psychiatrist
Proposer: John Singer
MR. JOSEPH (JOE) BRADLEY
GINA BRADLEY
JB: President & CEO
VisiAlto, LLC
Reinstating Members
MR. BARRINGTON BRANCH
MRS. NICHELLE BRANCH
BB: Behavior
Intervention Specialist
Baltimore County
Public Schools
NB: Human Resources
Management
TIME Organization Inc.
Proposer: Lamont Ellis
MR. STEPHEN (STEVE)
BUDORICK
MS. DAWN BUDORICK
SB: Executive VP / COO
Corporate Office
Properties Trust
Proposer: Roger Waesche, Jr.
MR. COLBY BUSS
Financial Advisor
UBS Financial Services
Proposer: Craig Blinke
MR. STEPHEN COCKEY JR.
Director of Ad Operations
Social Growth
Technologies, Inc.
Proposer: Ben Guthorn
MR. EDWARD (ED) CROFT
MRS. TAMARA CROFT
EC: Executive Vice President
USA-Engineering
Proposer: Carrie Ann Williams
MR. GENE CUMM
MRS. JULIE CUMM
GC: Director
Northrop Grumman
Proposer: Bert Glaser
MR. MATTHEW DAVIS
MR. DAVID PIERSON
MD: Director of
Special Projects
Chase Brexton Clinic
Proposer: Paul Fowler
MS. KARA DIPIETRO
President/CEO
HMC Incorporated
Proposer: David Nevins
MR. SCOTT DOUGLAS
Principal Broker
Douglas Commercial
Proposer: Joey Price
MR. CHARLES EFIRD
MR. JOHN GARTLING
CE: Director Faculty Practice
Sinai Hospital
JG: Washington & West LLC
Proposer: Terry Pritt
MR. EVAN FELPS
MRS. HELEN FELPS
EF: Vice President of Design
HMC Incorporated
HF: Site Coordinator
University of Maryland
Medical System
Proposer: David Nevins
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MS. BROOKE HARLANDER
Development Associate
Sagamore Development Co.
Proposer: Troy Marrocco
MR. DANIEL (DAN) HELLER
Associate Attorney
Kelly | Dorsey, P.C.
Proposer: Meg Moon
MR. LEO KELLY
MRS. MARCY KELLY
LK: Managing Director,
Partner
Kelly Wealth Management
Proposer: Edward Walker
MR. GERALD (JERRY)
KELLY JR.
MS. TRICIA KELLY
GK: Owner
Kelly | Dorsey, P.C.
Proposer: Meg Moon
MS. MEGAN (MEG) KEMPH
MR. MATTHEW
(MATT) KEMPH
MEK: Director of
Business Development
HMC Incorporated
MAK: Department of Defense
Proposer: David Nevins
MS. MORGANE KLAREICH
Sales Representative
Centric Business Systems
Proposer: Shelley Zimmerman
DR. DAWN LaPORTE
MR. PAUL LaPORTE
DL: Vice Chair, Education
Johns Hopkins
Orthopaedic Surgery
PL: Director of
Product Marketing
Metalogix
Proposer: David Nevins
MR. BRANDON LOCKETT
MRS. TEAIRA LOCKETT
BL: CEO/Chief Solutions
Architect
Neutron Engineering
Proposer: Kenneth Grant
MS. MARIE MATTES
Financial Advisor
Merrill Lynch
Proposer: David Nevins
MR. THOMAS
(TOMMY) MAULDING
General Counsel
Sagamore Development Co.
Proposer: Mark Pollak
MR. THOMAS McCOLLUM
MRS. MAUREEN McCOLLUM
TM: Owner
Bull’s Eye
MM: Sales Associate
Bull’s Eye
Proposer: Caihlin Durkin
SEN. NATHANIEL McFADDEN
MS. RACHEL McFADDEN
NM: State Senator
Maryland State Senate
Proposer: Calvin G. Butler, Jr.
MR. RUSSELL McINTOSH
MS. PAMELA McINTOSH
RM: Vice President
Herbert, Rowland
& Grubic, Inc.
Proposer: Shawn Stine
MR. MATTHEW MOORE
MS. PATRICIA MOORE
MM: Managing Director,
Partner
Kelly Wealth Management
Proposer: Edward Walker
MS. RENEE MUTCHNIK
MR. JAY MUTCHNIK
RM: Director of Marketing
The Baltimore Sun
Media Group
JM: VP Rehabilitation Services
FutureCare Health
Proposer: Triff Alatzas
MS. McKENZIE
NEELY-WRIGHT
Bank Examiner
D.C. Government–
Dept. of Insurance,
Securities & Banking
Proposer: Kelly Drnec
MR. THOMAS (TOM) NEW
MRS. CHRISTINE
(CHRISSY) NEW
TN: Chief Operating Officer
Kelly Wealth Management
CN: Publicis
Proposer: Edward Walker
MR. GARRETT PAGLIA
Financial Advisor
Merrill Lynch
Proposer: David Nevins
MR. IAN PINKETT
Human Resources Manager–
Share Services Dept.
Johns Hopkins University
Proposer: David Nevins
MS. AMANDA QUEMORE
Senior Advisor
Catholic Relief Services
Proposer: Cody Dodson
MR. MICHAEL RAYKHER
Staff Attorney
Maryland Office of the
Attorney General
Proposer: James Dorf
MRS. KARA REDMAN
MR. THOMAS KRAAK
KR: Co-founder,
Lead Strategist
Backroom
TK: Co-founder,
Technical Lead
Backroom
Proposer: Jonathan Rivlin
MR. MATTHEW RIGGIN
Wealth Advisor
Morgan Stanley
Proposer: David Nevins
MR. VADIM RONZHES
MS. ANNA NIETMANN
VR: Attorney
Kelly | Dorsey, P.C.
Proposer: Meg Moon
MS. MONTSERRAT
(MONTSE) SALOP
MR. JOHN SALOP
MS: Retired
JS: SVP, Chief Credit Officer
Access National Bank
Proposer: Lori Trumble
Joined March-April 2016
MR. JOSEPH (JM) SCHAPIRO
MRS. MINDY SCHAPIRO
JS: CEO
Continental Realty
Corporation
MS: President
And More
Proposer: Amy Perry
DR. KIM SCHATZEL
MR. TREVOR ILES
KS: President
Towson University
Proposer: Gary Rubin
MS. NICHELLE SCHOULTZ
Deputy State Director
United States Senate
Proposer: Marc Broady
MS. KATHERINE
(KATE) SCHULZE
MR. CARTER EDGEWORTH
KS: Chief Compliance Officer
& Deputy General Counsel
Transamerica
CE: Deputy Division Chief
U.S. Government
Proposer: Jay Orlandi
MR. JOHN SULLIVAN
MS. SALLY SULLIVAN
JS: Vice President
Buyer’s Edge Co. Inc.
SS: Professor
Prince Georges
Community College
Proposer: Rufus Lusk
MS. JOANNA SULLIVAN
MR. MICHAEL SULLIVAN
JS: Editor-in-Chief
Baltimore Business Journal
MS: Senior Director Internal/
External Communications
CareFirst Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Proposer: John Dinkel
MR. KASEZGA
(TEMBO) TEMBO
Agent
New York Life
Proposer: John Pastalow
MRS. SHANAE WILLIAMS
MR. GARY WILLIAMS
SW: Owner, Event Planner
Spencer Williams
Consulting, LLC
GW: President, Owner
Stronghold Security LLC
Proposer: Susan Katz
MS. KEYIA YALCIN
MR. FERHAT YALCIN
KY: Principal
The Yalcin Group
FY: Owner
Fishnet and Drift on 7
Proposer: Bob Wallace
MR. THURMAN
ZOLLICOFFER JR.
MS. CAROL ZOLLICOFFER
TZ: Partner
Whiteford, Taylor & Preston
Proposer: Adam Cizek
Congratulations
•
The Maryland House of Delegates awarded University
of Maryland Medical System President and CEO
Robert Chrencik, MBA and University of Maryland School
of Medicine Dean E. Albert Reece, MD, PhD, MBA the
Speaker’s Medallion for their contributions to healthcare
in the state.
Leadership In Law Winners by
The Daily Record
•
Marnell Cooper, Palmer|Cooper LLC
•
Robert L. Ferguson, Jr., Ferguson, Schetelich & Ballew P.A.
Kimberly Citizen, CEO of Applied Development LLC,
has been accepted to the SBA’s 2016 Baltimore Emerging
Leaders Program.
•
Gerard J. Gaeng, Rosenberg Martin Greenberg, LLP
•
Jane Frankel Sims, Law Office of Jane Frankel Sims LLC
•
Diane Devaney and Lori Villegas have been chosen to
participate in Leadership Maryland.
•
Ferrier Stillman, Tydings & Rosenberg LLP
•
Michele Bresnick Walsh, Gordon Feinblatt LLC
•
Chris Ensey, Dunbar Security Solutions was a winner of
Smart CEO’s Executive Management Award.
•
Emily Gordon and Ericka Gray Wylie were named by
The Daily Record as one of the 20 in Their Twenties.
•
Nancy Grasmick has been selected for the inaugural group
of honorees being inducted into the Baltimore Sun’s
Business and Civic Hall of Fame. •
Karenthia A. Barber, Maryland Automobile Insurance Fund
•
Patricia M.C. Brown, Johns Hopkins Medicine
(Circle of Excellence Winner)
Carla Hayden has been nominated by President Barack Obama
to serve as Librarian of Congress.
•
Kimberly Clark, Baltimore Development Corp.
Brian Kroneberger, has been named to the list of the “Top
Financial Advisors” by Barron’s.
•
Alyce Dailey, The Dailey Group of Keller Williams
•
Diane Devaney, Devaney & Associates Inc.
Linda Folsom-Jackson, InfoAge Solutions Inc.
•
•
•
Named one of Maryland’s Top 100 Women
by The Daily Record
•
Alan J. Mogol was named to the list of the Twenty-Five Most
Influential Attorneys in Leasing and Finance by Leasing News.
•
•
Evelyn Gaines, G&G Solutions
•
Sheela Murthy received the Girl Scouts Distinguished
Women’s Award.
•
Heidi Kenny-Berman, Kenny Law Group
•
Ava Lias-Booker, McGuire Woods LLP
(Circle of Excellence Winner)
•
John Pastalow was named a 2016 FiveStar Wealth Manager.
•
Christopher Rahl is a recipient of the 2016 Client Choice Award.
•
•
Robert Wallace was named a Baltimore’s Tech 10 Honoree by
Baltimore Business Journal.
Jeannette Mills, Maryland Public Service Commission
(Circle of Excellence Winner)
•
Laura Pasternak, MarketPoint LLC
•
Ann Quinn, Quinn Strategy Group
•
Gina Ramsey, Adventure Web Productions
•
Marianne Rowan-Braun, University of Maryland Medical Center
•
Karen Singer, Corporate Office Properties Trust
(Circle of Excellence Winner)
Named an Influential Marylander
by The Daily Record
•
Triffon Alatzas, The Baltimore Sun
•
Anirban Basu, Sage Policy Group
•
Robert L. Caret, University System of Maryland
•
Augie Chiasera, M&T Bank
•
Carmela Coyle, Maryland Hospital Association
•
Steven Braun, Board of Directors, Junior Achievement
•
S. Dallas Dance, Baltimore County Public Schools
•
Eric Brotman, Chairman of the Board, Leadership Maryland
•
John Frisch, Miles & Stockbridge, P.C.
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•
R. Michael Gill, Maryland Department of Commerce
Christopher Gude, Board of Trustees, Maryland Auto
Insurance Fund
•
David Millman, Bank of America
•
Brian Goodman, Board of Trustees, Baltimore Bar Foundation
•
Thomas Mullen, Mercy Health Services
•
Carla Hayden, Trustee, Baltimore Community Foundation
•
Sheela Murthy, Murthy Law Firm
•
Joseph Mezzanotte, Board Member, The Cybersecurity
Association of Maryland, Inc. (CAMI)
•
Kenneth Samet, MedStar Health
•
Mary Ann Scully, Howard Bank (Circle of Influence member)
•
Wanda Smith, Advisory Board, John W Brick Foundation
•
Ronald R. Peterson, Johns Hopkins Hospital
•
Paul Sugar, Board of Trustees, Baltimore Museum of Industry
•
Thomas Wilcox, Baltimore Community Foundation
•
Mac Tisdale, Board of Directors, The Economic Alliance of
Greater Baltimore
•
David Wilson, Morgan State University
Board Appointments
If you have been recognized by an outside organization please help
us spread the good news by emailing [email protected].
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THE CENTER CLUB
100 Light Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
410-727-7788
410-783-0166 fax
www.centerclub.org
[email protected]
Book Your Summer Party!
Hours of Operation
Club Management & Staff
Executive Offices & Accounting
Monday–Friday: 8:45 AM–4:30 PM
KEVIN M. BONNER
General Manager
[email protected] / (667) 217-3540
MAIN DINING ROOM
C. ROBERT BANNAN, III
Executive Chef
Lunch Service
Monday–Friday: 11:30 AM–3:00 PM
Dinner Service
Tuesday–Friday: 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 PM–9:30 PM
ORIOLES PUB
Lunch Service
Monday-Friday: 11:30 AM-2:00 PM
Dinner Service
Wednesdays: 5:00 PM–close
Refer to website for special
game day schedule.
BAR100
Monday: 11:30 AM–3:00 PM
Tuesday–Friday: 11:30 AM until close
Saturday: 5:30 PM until close
PRIVATE ROOMS
MICHELLE WILLIAMS, CPA
Director of Finance & Administration
[email protected] / (667) 217-3544
NANCY SLOANE
Director of Membership & Marketing
[email protected] / (667) 217-3542
VANESSA DAILEY
Director of Catering
[email protected] / (667) 217-3543
BRIAN SETTE
Food & Beverage Director
[email protected] / (410) 752-1417
ANDREAS DOULAMATIS
Director of Dining Room Services
[email protected] / (410)727-7788
STEPHANIE COLAO
Associate Manager of
Membership & Marketing
[email protected] / (667) 217-3546
Monday–Saturday:
7:00 AM–conclusion of event
PAIGE MCMILLAN
Assistant to Director of Catering
[email protected] / (667) 217-3547
Sunday and Monday evening:
based upon availability through
Catering Department
KERRY DIBIAGIO
Accounts Receivable
[email protected] / (667) 217-3550
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NITA CHEY
Receptionist
[email protected] / (410) 727-7788
Reservations—Members are encouraged to make a reservation
for the Main Dining Room or Club events 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.
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. Members who do not cancel are charged
100% of fees.
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—Jackets are recommended at lunch and dinner in the
Main Dining Room. The Center Club’s Business Casual dress code
(collared shirt, slacks) is appropriate in all other areas all year long.
In addition, dress denim worn with a jacket is allowed throughout the
Club and on the Light Street side of the Main Dining Room.
The Pratt Street side of the Main Dining Room will be reserved
for more formally dressed patrons as deemed appropriate by the
General Manager. Comparable attire is required for women.
The Orioles Pub is the Club’s casual dining area and has a dress
code specific to this area only. Permitted in the Pub: collared shirt
or team jersey, slacks, neat and clean denim, or hemmed shorts.
Athletic shoes in good condition are permissible. Not permitted:
t-shirts, tank tops, sweatshirts, sweat pants and other athletic attire,
cut offs, ripped or torn jeans, flip flops or unacceptable attire as
deemed by the Club. Hats must be removed while in the building.
Electronic Devices—Cell phones, personal digital assistants,
laptops and other similar devices may be used in all areas of the
Club outside of the Main Dining Room with discretion so as not
to impose upon other Members and their guests. Only hand-held
communication devices may be used silently in the Main Dining
Room. The use of speaker phones is prohibited and all devices
must be silenced throughout the Club.
Parking—The Club has a limited number of spaces between
For all Club rules and policies, download our Member Guide online
at www.centerclub.org/members/member-info/member-guide/
Editor: Stephanie Colao. Designed by Piccirilli Dorsey, Inc.
7:00 AM-5:00 PM and is only available on a first-come,
first-serve 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.