Contents

June Luncheon

Program

President's Message

Saturday Night Fever Party!

Annual Retreat

2005 - 2006 Proposed Budget

Future Executives (FX)

Women Empowering Women (WEW)

Book Club

Cannon Circle

GEM: Greet, Eat, Meet

Grapevine: News and Notes about WEC Members

WEC Board of Directors

Women in Business

Luncheons and Board Meetings

Program: Installation of New Officers

Please help welcome the new Board team:
Ronnie Karlin, President
Vivien Godfrey, President Elect
Cynthia Hardy, VP Corporate Records
Dorothy Eisenberg, VP Finance
Nancy Fischer, VP Internal Involvement
Melissa Rapkin, VP Community Involvement
Marilynn Obrig, VP Membership

and say thank you to the outgoing Board team:
President, Dee Moustakas
Past President, Leigh Nickel
President Elect, Ronnie Karlin
VP Finance, Jacqueline Powell
VP Corporate Records, Emily Rushin
VP Internal Involvement, Vivien Godfrey
VP Community Involvement, Joni Rosenthal
VP Membership, Marilynn Obrig

Photos from May's Luncheon:

President’s Message

Dear Members,

I can’t believe the year has gone by so quickly. It seems like only a short time ago I was preparing for my first luncheon meeting. I have enjoyed my term as WEC President and look forward to helping Ronnie wherever and whenever she needs me.

I am pleased with what we accomplished this year. We ventured into new territory by moving to the Tower Club and had three socials that were for FUN instead of fundraising. (Our previous fundraisers have been so successful that our WEW and FX programs are funded for the foreseeable future.)

We have three exciting, talented Future Executives and two Women Empowering Women participants. (Look below for Pat and Kim’s updates on how they’re doing.) Ten new members joined us. I look forward to getting to know each of them as they become more involved.

We designated one Cannon Circle a quarter to showcase a member’s business. From the buzz I overheard, these were some of the most popular. GEM lunches and Book Club are entering their fourth year. We have such a variety of things to offer –– truly something for everyone.

Being President is a team effort, and I would like to thank the members of my Board for their patience, collective sense of humor and hard work. Until you’ve sat on the Board you have no idea how much time and caring goes into making this wonderful club work.

Thank you to everyone for believing I was up to the challenge of leading this elite group. Your confidence in me helped me rise to the occasion. It was a privilege serving as your President. Please support Ronnie as you did me, and we will have an awesome year!

Sincerely,
Dee Moustakas

Wining and dining and planning for what’s in store.

Opening up communication and bonding with one another...

Why would you choose to do anything other?!

$50 per person

Bring check to June 16th luncheon
or mail checks (made out to WEC) to:
Global Resource Partners, Inc.
6135 NW 167th St., Suite E-15
Miami, FL 33015

I have to agree with Geri Trodick’s assessment of our Saturday Night Fever social: It was a blast! Fifty WEC members, spouses and friends danced to DJ Angelo Angela’s groovy music while emcee Rick Levinson quizzed us on ‘70’s trivia and got everyone on the dance floor all night long.

Vivien Godfrey and hubby John Mann won the dance contest. And may I just say, I’ve never seen moves like that! And speaking of moves, past presidents Ann Meacham, Leigh Nickel and Joyce Shore were shaking it up pretty good, too. Suzie King and husband Steve arrived in polyester, beads and shades carrying a cooler full of Tab. She swore it wasn’t past its prime.

Farrah Fawcett, aka incoming president Ronnie Karlin, was a knockout in her blonde fall and gold jumpsuit. Ronnie won Best Costume, female, hands down. A gentleman in platform shoes and Afro teetered away with Best Costume, male.

The Fort Lauderdale Country Club truly rolled out the red carpet for us. The buffet went on and on, and was loaded with the yummiest Italian dishes. And the dessert table with almost a dozen sinful choices was a sight to behold.

Ronnie thought of everything from table decorations including 8-track tapes and daisies to nostalgic 70’s candies and mood rings. The Rocky Horror Picture Show was projected for all to see and served as a fun backdrop for the evening. Even the prize baskets were filled with 70’s mementos.

The very best part of the event was seeing everyone having such a good time!!!!

To view more photos of this event sign on to www.wecftl.com , click on Photo Album and then on 2005 Saturday Night Fever.

Dee

WEC 2005 - 2006 Budget

WEC Budget
July 2005 - June 2006

Future Executive (FX) Mentor Program

WEC’s current participants are:

Tina Debord	Raquel Rodriguez

Members, we need your involvement to make our Mentorship Program a success! Thank you in advance to everyone who has already volunteered! We want to know what “gift” you have that you are willing to share with an FX (future executive). Your “gift” may be anything in life – something work related, socially or technically oriented, etc. Would you spend some time with an FX at our WEC functions? Lunch, GEM, Book Club, Cannon Circle, etc.? Ronnie Karlin

New FX Member Evie Hernandez- Mortgages with A Mission

On Friday, May 20th, 2005, the Aventura City Commission welcomed Montgomery Mortgage Capital Corporation – Licensed Mortgage Bankers (NY, NJ, FL) as a new business in the City Of Excellence. The Grand Opening Celebration occurred over lunch at Ivy Aventura, across the street from the offices of Montgomery Mortgage Capital Corporation in the Harbour Centre.

Vice Mayor of the City, Zev Auerback acknowledged Evie Hernandez and Cindy Gonzalez entrepreneurial spirit in starting their business adventure in the city of Aventura, which translated from Spanish means Adventure. These young Latina entrepreneurs speak English, Spanish and French.

Cindy is finishing her Doctorate Degree and therefore calls herself “The Financing Doctor. She specializes in diagnosing your financing options and providing financial fitness reports that best suit your personal financing needs. Evie is finishing an MBA and calls herself “Your 2nd Opinion Financing Consultant” because she knows there are a lot of shoppers in Florida, and she will review a competitor’s Good Faith Estimate to ensure that consumers are getting the best loan program at the best price. Evie believes “consumers are entitled to a second opinion, even if they have already been pre-qualified for a mortgage.”

Evie and the firm’s other consultants educate their clients by conducting FREE Real Estate Financing seminars throughout Miami-Dade and Broward Counties and through their very educational website: www.RealEstateFinancingConsultants.com.
They are also devoted to maintaining an active profile within the community and supports events and causes such as Aventura’s first American Cancer Society Relay for Life.

To learn more about the FX program, click here.

Women Empowering Women (WEW)

Our Current WEW participants:
Kim Stiles	Patricia A. McCarthy

Patricia A. McCarthy writes

I made it through my first year at FAU. My grades are in and I received an “A” in Museum and Gallery Practices an “A-“ in Painting and I passed German Language II (that was a close one). My success in part is due to the WEW program and its dedication to help me succeed. I can’t tell you how thankful I am to be part of your mentoring program.

I hope everyone is having a great summer!!!

Two of my paintings have been accepted at the Broward Art Guild's new exhibit called CONTROVERSY. The opening was Friday, May 20;

The pieces selected by juried competition titled "Third of May, 2005" and "Not Coming Home" explore the angst of our war. This is my first exhibit outside of the school environment.

For information and directions call: Broward Art Guild, 530 NE 13 Street, 954-523-4824

Kim Stiles writes:
I graduated May 6th with a Master's degree in Communications! It's been a long, arduous journey and I could not have done it without the encouragement and support of all the members of WEC. I am so thankful for all the club has done in helping me become a strong, confident woman. I have been asked to join the Ph.D program in Comparative Studies and may, but I need a break first!

I have had several job offers already and look forward to teaching at the university level in addition to starting a training business (leadership, team building, cultural diversity etc.).

On a more personal note, I got married on April 2. It was a spur of the moment decision (I had 9 days to prepare) because my Dad who had severe medical problems decided to come to Florida anyway! My new husband's name is Pete Pascia. He has a dock and seawall repair business. I look forward to seeing you at the June meeting.

WEC Book Club:

In 2002, members of WEC who had a common desire for reading and discussions formed the WEC Book Club. The book for discussion is select by the majority and the gathering is held in a member’s home (munchies are always welcome). The meeting schedule varies according to the book and other circumstances. All members are welcome to participate.

Next Book Club July 13, 2005 6:30 PM

The Weight of Water by Anita Shreve is our upcoming book selection. Please join us. Bring something for Pot Luck Supper; I'll supply the wine.

Jan Herard

Cannon Circle

For new members, Cannon Circles are hosted at members’ homes and provide a more informal atmosphere for us to get to know each other. Please contact Leigh Nickel at 954-423-0006 if you would like to host a Cannon Circle.

GEM “Greet Eat Meet” Program

Formed in November 2002, members of WEC who choose to get together for an informal meeting are selected at random in small groups to greet, eat and meet. A Lead person is selected to set a time and place for breakfast, lunch, dinner or what ever. This is a great opportunity to get to know each other on a more personal level. It is great fun!

The GEM Team has been formed to assist with this program. The committee members are Joann Alderman, Marshia Durham, Christy Lambertus, Gayle Metcalf, and Joni Rosenthal.

The Executive Grapevine: news and notes about WEC members. (send them email by clicking on their name)

Diane Walsh and Emily Rushin have been corresponding by e-mail.. Emily writes that Diane’s story is worth placing in the newsletter - it's so close to Patty Camp's! Maybe it's catching!

Diane divorced her husband John Walsh last year, which affected her job to some extent as they worked together at Walsh Financial Consultants for many years. Diane bought an apartment at River Reach and was re-aligning her life, when on a whim she contacted a high school boyfriend while she was visiting grandchildren in Texas. And cupid attacked them with love arrows! They married and she reports: "God was certainly looking out for me when he sent Richard into my life again. I am having the time of my life! I sure miss all of you so very much and will be back to visit you soon." Her e-mail address is
dmlampman@satx.it.com

Barbara Weinstein attended the World Forum on early care and education in Montreal Canada . There were representatives from 81 different Countries there to discuss how children are learning and what new early learning projects exist world wide. If you would like any other information please let me know.

Ann Meacham I am just taking over as president of the Tower Forum, a nonprofit business group that hosts monthly debates at the Tower Club. Debate topics focus on a wide variety of issues and topics. I’d love to have anyone who is interested attend as my guest.
I’m also now the president of the New River Business Exchange, a networking group started by Patti Archibaud

Chris Guld, your wandering Webmaster. I left Florida in April 2004 and have been living, working, and traveling with my husband, Jim in our motorhome ever since. It is our dream come true. We will be visiting Florida this summer — I know, that's when most people leave! But, it's the best diving then, and that's what we miss most. I hope to arrive in time to attend the June 28 retreat, and we expect to be in town for a couple months. If you know any groups that would like a speaker on the RV lifestyle - let me know! Meanwhile, you can visit me online at jimandchris.com.

The News Team

A TNT(dynamite) team has been formed to assist with gathering information for the monthly newsletter. The team consists of reporters Patti Archibaud and Amy (Arnold) Van Gent and photographer Joni Rosenthal.

Attention Members! If you haven’t had your picture taken for the directory and the newsletter, please see Joni at the luncheon meeting. She takes great pictures with her little tiny camera.

WEC Board of Directors
2004-2005

President
Dee Moustakas

Past President
Leigh Nickel

President Elect
Ronnie Karlin

VP Finance -
Jacqueline Powell

VP Corporate Records -
Emily Rushin

VP Internal Involvement
Vivien Godfrey

VP Community Involvement -
Joni Rosenthal

VP Membership -
Marilynn Obrig

All contact information is available for WEC members on our Members Only website. If you are a member and you don't have a name and password, you can contact Chris Guld for more information.

Women in Business

from the Human Resource Institute

Firms that include women on their senior management teams show greater improvement in corporate performance. 62% of those that included women on their senior management team saw their market share grow, compared with only 39% of companies with no women on the teams. But, even the highest-paid female corporate executive still earns only 68% of the salary paid to her male counterpart.

Upcoming Luncheons

Thursday, June 16

Next Year: Luncheons

Board Meetings

Friday, August 5
Friday, September 9
Friday, October 7
Friday, November 4
Friday, December 2
Friday, January 6
Friday, February 3
Friday, March 3
Friday, April 7
Friday, May 5
Friday, June 2

Membership Attendance:
The membership requirement is to attend a minimum of five (5) meetings every year in order to maintain regular membership. This is calculated on a fiscal year basis (i.e. August-June, not calendar year).