Uncorked - January/February 2023

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Ron Peterson President, Board of Governors

FROM THE PRESIDENT

As we wind down from the holiday season, I hope you were all able to enjoy quality time with family and friends and did so in good health.

As I reflect on the extraordinary 60th Anniversary Year, I am reminded of the attributes that make The Center Club so very special, many of which were epitomized so vividly at the November 12th Gala. The sold out event was attended by 315 individuals from different racial, religious and political backgrounds. Members of all ages, and their guests, enjoyed a unique experience. The level of excellence in service, ambience, food and beverage offerings and entertainment would be nearly impossible to replicate anywhere in the region. As guests arrived they were greeted by an electronic violinist in the parking garage. Formal photo ops were offered on the winding staircase. The business center was decked out with a whiskey bar within a speakeasy! The Dr. Martin D. Jenkins Wine Room was flowing with wine tasting opportunities. Food stations were strategically placed throughout the two floors and never ran out of sumptuous offerings. The main bar as well as the 16th Floor bar poured an endless variety of adult beverages. Live jazz was available on 15 and a dance band played all night long on 16! What an extraordinary event! The Gala was without a doubt the pinnacle of the 60th Anniversary Year. If you were not one of the fortunate attendees, I hope you had the opportunity to partake in at least one of the other special events offered throughout the anniversary year.

On behalf of the Board of Governors and the entire membership, I commend General Manager Kevin Bonner and his entire team for maintaining such a high level of excellence throughout the anniversary year when so many unique events were provided for the benefit of our members. Thank you to the entire team!

And speaking of excellence, you should know that once we got past the Omicron phase of the pandemic in February of 2022, we began to see a major upturn in the number of special banquets and weddings held at the Club. The combination of beautifully renovated facilities, superb service, world-class food and beverage offerings, safe and convenient parking, and the best views in the city now makes The Center Club the “go to” place for special events. As a practical matter, this has been very good news for Club revenues. In addition, we have had the good fortune to see stabilization in our membership in 2022, with a particularly low rate of membership attrition. Early renewals of membership this past October were also at an all-time high.

To accommodate the return to these higher levels of activity, the Club has done very well recruiting new employees. In fact, The Center Club appears to be increasingly recognized as a preferred place to work within the region’s hospitality industry.

All of this good news means that as we look at the preliminary year-end financials, we can report that your Center Club enjoys very sound financial health.

As we all look forward to the new year, I extend to each of you my very best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2023. Please take advantage of the many new programs and experiences the Club has to offer. Also, do not hesitate to bring to our attention any prospects you may have in mind for membership.

I hope to see you in person at The Center Club in 2023.

The Center Club team wishes to thank all of you for your generosity in contributing to the

HOLIDAY FUND

On the Calendar

RAVENS TAILGATE

Ravens vs. Steelers

Sunday, January 1 / Beginning at 10 AM, game 1 PM

$35++ / Drinks by chit / Reservations required

Start the New Year with our signature tailgate buffet, complete with Bloody Mary bar and complimentary parking. Wear your favorite jersey and root for the Ravens as they take on the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium. Reserve early as this will sell out.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS INTRA

Cocktails & Conversations

Tuesday, January 3 / 5-6 PM cocktails / 6-7:30 PM buffet

Drinks by chit / $60++ or $50++ for WIB members

Reservations required

All members are welcome to network with their business-minded women peers during a cocktail hour in Bar100. Members of the Women in Business IntraClub are invited to keep the conversation going during dinner. Must be a WIB member or first-time guest to attend dinner.

VETERANS INITIATIVE MIXER 

Wednesday, January 4 / 6–7:30 PM / $35++

Reservations required

Kick off the New Year with a reintroduction to this returning Interest Group! Join us in O’s Pub for an informal mixer to mingle and get to know one another and the unique perspective this Club has to offer. You need not be a veteran to attend.

BOOK CLUB 

The Atomic City Girls by Janet Beard

Wednesday, January 4 / 6 PM / $45++ / Drinks by chit

Limited capacity / Reservations required

Enjoy an evening discussing our newest book, The Atomic City Girls, a riveting novel about the everyday people who worked on the Manhattan Project during World War II. This novel is a fascinating look at an underexplored chapter of American history. Join this lively discussion and take a culinary adventure with a multi-course tasting menu featuring Tennesseestyle cooking from Chef Bannan.

FRENCH CLUB 

Friday, January 6 / 5:30-7 PM / Food & drinks by chit Reservations requested

Immerse yourself in the beauty and richness of the French language over drinks and small plates. This Interest Group welcomes all language levels.

PROSPECTIVE MEMBER OPEN HOUSE

Tuesday, January 10 / 5:30–6 PM meet & mingle 6-6:15 PM welcome remarks / 6:15 tours

Reservations required

Referrals from members are the best way to grow our membership. Invite a friend, family member or colleague to learn about the benefits of joining the only 5-star Platinum City Club in Baltimore City and a Top 100 City Club in the world! Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine and soft drinks will be served before a brief introductory program, followed by a tour of the Club. Please RSVP, as we create name badges to facilitate conversation.

NATIONAL OYSTERS ROCKEFELLER DAY

Tuesday, January 10 5-9 PM / By chit

Celebrate the dish as rich as its namesake, it’s National Oysters Rockefeller Day! Join us for dinner in the Joseph Meyerhoff Dining Room and be sure to include an order of Chef’s various oyster dishes! Make your dinner reservation online or by calling 410-727-7788.

EXECUTIVE FORUM 2 INTRA

Wednesday, January 11 / 5–6:30 PM / $30++ Limited capacity / Reservations required

This group of senior-level executives, business owners and rainmakers discusses the challenges and opportunities in today’s world. Our topics vary monthly from internal discussions to guest speakers. Members have come to appreciate EF2 as a trusted group of advisors. To ensure the sharing of information, it is limited to noncompetitors. Must be a member of EF2 to attend.

STATE OF BALTIMORE

Thursday, January 12 / 5:30-7:30 PM / 5:30–6:15 PM networking, drinks, hors d’oeuvres; 6:15–7:30 PM program and discussion / $35++ members or $45 guests

Limited capacity / Reservations required / Open to all Center Club members and guests / Non-member registration through Eventbrite

Is Baltimore poised to thrive or merely survive?

Join Viewpoints members and guests as we weigh in with our panel of subject matter experts to determine “The State of Baltimore.”

EXECUTIVE FORUM INTRA

Thursday, January 19 / 4:30–6 PM / $30++ Limited capacity / Reservations required

A group of CEOs, presidents and executive directors in B2B businesses discusses the challenges and opportunities running an organization. Members have come to appreciate EF as a trusted group of advisors. To ensure the sharing of information, it is limited to noncompetitors. Must be a member of EF to attend.

SEAFOOD BUFFET

Thursday, January 19 / 5-8 PM / $85++ Drinks by chit / Reservations required

Panel members:

•LouisePhippsSenft, Moderator, Founder, the Integrative Center for Trauma Healing, Advocacy and Transformation/Blink of an Eye

•ShanayshaSauls, President & CEO, Baltimore Community Foundation

•ShelondaStokes, President, Downtown Partnership of Baltimore

•Alicia Wilson, Vice President, Economic Development and Community Partnerships at the Johns Hopkins University and Johns Hopkins Health System

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

Tuesday, January 17 / 11:45 AM–1:30 PM Reservations required

All new members and their spouses/partners are invited to join Noreen Frenaye, Director of Membership & Marketing, for a review of the Club’s benefits while getting acquainted with fellow new members over lunch.

Chef Bannan invites you to take a dive into seafood bliss with the Club’s famous Seafood Buffet. Our fresh locally sourced offerings are sure to make a splash! Join us for seafood stations, including Chef’s fabulous raw bar. You won’t want to miss this incredible culinary event. Our regular dining menu will not be available. To make your reservation, please contact Tyese Knight at 667-217-3543 or tknight@centerclub.org. Book early as this popular event sells out!

CRAFT BEER CLUB  Guilford Hall Brewery

Thursday, January 19 / 5:30-7:30 PM / $35++ Reservations required / Open to all Center Club members

Beer Club is back! We’re starting the New Year highlighting one of the city’s newest breweries, Guilford Hall Brewery. Located in the original 1898 Crown Cork & Seal building in Station North, this brewery features hand-crafted lagers and ales using European brewing tradition. Join us as we sip through their special selections!

NATIONAL CHEESE LOVERS DAY

Friday, January 20 / 5-7 PM / by chit / Bar100 only

National Cheese Lovers Day is a day dedicated to the celebration of the many different types of cheese in the world! Are you a cheese lover? Join us in Bar100 for a specially curated cheese display and discounted wines.

COCKTAIL CLUB INTRA A 2022 Retrospective

Wednesday, January 25 / 6:30 PM / $60++ or $50++ for Cocktail Club members / Limited capacity Reservations required

What were your favorite cocktails of the year?

Let’s look back and celebrate some of the winning cocktails and decide which three were the most outstanding! Must be a Cocktail Club member or first-time guest to attend. To become a Cocktail Club member, contact Emily Ober at eober@centerclub.org.

COCKTAIL & WHISKEY CLUB COLLABORATION INTRA

Japanese Whisky Tasting

Thursday, February 2 / 6:30 PM / $60++ or $50++ for Club members / Limited capacity / Reservations required Japanese whiskies are some of the least regulated and therefore some of the most interesting whiskies on the market. Its production makes their take on the classic spirit distinct from other countries, using soju yeast, unique barreling and other innovative techniques. Join us as we sample drams from three Japanese distilleries. Must be a Cocktail or Whiskey Club member or first-time guest to attend.

Whiskey Club is looking to return in 2023.

FRENCH CLUB 

WINE CLUB ANNUAL MEETING & TASTING INTRA

Friday, January 27 / 6:30 PM / $60++ or $50++ for Wine Club members / Limited capacity Reservations required

Wine enthusiasts, this one is for you! Attend the Wine Club’s annual meeting to learn more about the group and plan for 2023. Led by the Club Chairs Al Spoler and Howard Sobkov, the tasting will explore several varieties of wine.

VETERANS INITIATIVE  Ukraine From a Warfighter’s Perspective

Wednesday, February 1 / 6-7:45 PM / 6-6:30 PM networking, drinks, hors d’oeuvres; 6:30-7:45 PM program and discussion $35++ members or $45 guests / Limited capacity Reservations required / Open to all Center Club members and guests / Non-member registration through Eventbrite

On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine on what was supposed to be a “security operation.” Very quickly the Russian military became bogged down while the Ukrainians have enjoyed great success in defending and, now, counter-attacking. So, what’s happening in Ukraine?  Where did the Russian military fail? Why did they fail to meet their objectives? What’s potentially next? What are the over-arching issues that we in the US need to pay attention to? Join as we discuss these questions with a panel of experts.

Friday, February 3 / 5:30-7 PM / Food & drinks by chit Reservations requested Immerse yourself in the beauty and richness of the French language over drinks and small plates. This Interest Group welcomes all language levels.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS

Cocktails & Conversations

INTRA

Tuesday, February 7 / 5-6 PM cocktails / 6-7:30 PM buffet Drinks by chit / $60++ or $50++ for WIB members Reservations required

All members are welcome to network with their business-minded women peers during a cocktail hour in Bar100. Members of the Women in Business IntraClub are invited to keep the conversation going during dinner. Must be a WIB member or first-time guest to attend dinner.

EXECUTIVE FORUM 2 INTRA

Wednesday, February 8 / 5–6:30 PM / $30++

Limited capacity / Reservations required

This group of senior-level executives, business owners and rainmakers discusses the challenges and opportunities in today’s world. Our topics vary monthly from internal discussions to guest speakers. Members have come to appreciate EF2 as a trusted group of advisors. To ensure the sharing of information, it is limited to noncompetitors. Must be a member of EF2 to attend.

VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATION

Tuesday, February 14 / 5-9 PM

Reservations required

Enjoy our beautiful view over a romantic Center Club dinner on Tuesday with our special à la carte menu and Valentine’s Day specials. Make your reservations soon as this evening will sell out! Make your dinner reservations online or call 410-727-7788.

PROSPECTIVE MEMBER OPEN HOUSE

Wednesday, February 15 / 5:30–6 PM meet & mingle 6-6:15 PM welcome remarks / 6:15 tours

Reservations required

Referrals from members are the best way to grow our membership. Invite a friend, family member or colleague to learn about the benefits of joining the only 5-star Platinum City Club in Baltimore City and a Top 100 City Club in the world! Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine and soft drinks will be served before a brief introductory program, followed by a tour of the Club. Please RSVP, as we create name badges to facilitate conversation. Reservations are required.

EXECUTIVE FORUM

INTRA

Thursday, February 16 / 4:30–6 PM / $30++

Limited capacity / Reservations required

A group of CEOs, presidents and executive directors of B2B businesses discussing the challenges and opportunities running an organization will meet in the Club. Members have come to appreciate EF as a trusted group of advisors. To ensure the sharing of information, it is limited to noncompetitors. Must be a member of EF to attend.

ON THE CALENDAR

MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION

Saturday, February 18 6:30 PM / $90++ / 16th Floor Reservations required

The Center Club is bringing the Big Easy to Charm City! Delight in Chef Bannan’s innovative menu featuring authentic Creole dishes, New Orleans-inspired cocktail creations, an authentic zydeco band, dancing and much more. Bag those beads and boogie down before Fat Tuesday comes a knocking! Reservations for the Mardi Gras celebration can be made through your member portal or by calling 410-727-7788. The regular dinner menu will be available in the Joseph Meyerhoff Dining Room.

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

Tuesday, February 21 / 5-6:30 PM / Reservations required All new members and their spouses/partners are invited to join Noreen Frenaye, Director of Membership & Marketing, for a review of the Club’s benefits while getting acquainted with fellow new members over light hors d’oeuvres. If you would like to join us for dinner, please make your reservation—remember, it is lobster night!

WINE CLUB INTRA

Wines From Tuscany

Friday, February 24 / 6:30 PM / $60++ or $50++ for Wine Club members / Limited capacity / Reservations required Explore, educate, and enjoy! If you’re a wine enthusiast, we want YOU! Join the Wine Club as members taste, discuss and mingle over perfectly selected wines of Tuscany that are sure to amaze. Wine Club members get first priority when reserving this event. As always, Chef Bannan will prepare some tasty treats for your enjoyment. Must be a Wine Club member or first-time guest to attend. To become a Wine Club member, contact Emily Ober at eober@centerclub.org. FRIDAY

Don’t forget about your complimentary birthday entrée, good the month of or month after.

IntraClubs & Interest Groups

One of the best ways to make new connections and get the most out of your Center Club membership is to join one of our existing lntraClub or Interest (Affinity) Groups. These member-led groups are created and run by members and are a great way to develop new relationships, network and get more involved in the Club. If you were a member of a group in 2022, you will automatically be enrolled and if applicable, billed in January. If your plans have changed, please let us know. Interest groups are free to join, but registration is requested to keep you informed on the latest events.

BOOK CLUB

Chairs: Eva Hodsdon & Barbara Portnoy Gather together with other members for a bi-monthly Book Club curated by members of the group. No cost to join. Books not included.

COCKTAIL CLUB*

Chairs: Stephanie Basu & Stuart Goldberg

Monthly themed tastings highlight a specific spirit or drink type and provide the chance to learn about and try new cocktails. Annual cost is $150 and includes two complimentary handcrafted Cocktails of the Month, discounted pricing at events and an invitation to attend monthly tastings.

CRAFT BEER CLUB

Chairs: Erik Moore & Buzz Scheffenacker

The Craft Beer Club comes together several times per year. Events include educational tastings to cover color, aroma, carbonation and body. Tastings could also include pairings. Whether you enjoy a lager, porter or stout, there will be something for everyone. No cost to join.

EXECUTIVE FORUM* & EXECUTIVE FORUM 2*

EF Chairs: Willem Cassard & David Lunken

EF2 Chairs: Gina Ramsey & Tara Rudo

Monthly meetings encourage members to share best practices, discuss relevant operational topics, explore ideas and expand their external network.

Annual cost is $100. Enrollment is limited to members of noncompeting companies. Must be approved to join and attend meetings.

FRENCHCLUB

Chair: Howard Sobkov

Monthly meetings for those interested in French (and all skill levels) to practice and enjoy conversation. No cost to join.

HEALTHCARE CONNECTIONS

Chairs: Jeff Rosen & Robert Wells

Several times a year, industry leaders in the healthcare community are invited to speak at the Club on various healthcare topics. No cost to join.

REAL ESTATE CONNECTIONS

Chair: Jeff Rosen

Top real estate leaders are invited to speak at the Club with a networking reception prior. No cost to join.

VETERANS INITIATIVE

Chair: Samuel Kimzey

The Veterans Initiative is about bringing the unique perspectives of military veterans to The Center Club. The Initiative is a forum to discuss a range of topics such as current events, the intersection of industry, innovation, and the modern military, projects, and history with veteran speakers, authors and business people. No cost to join.

WINE CLUB*

Chairs: Al Spoler & Howard Sobkov

The Wine Club gathers members each month who have an appreciation for the enjoyment of wine. Events include educational tastings, dinners and more. Annual cost is $150 and includes two complimentary glasses of our Wine of the Month, no corkage fee at two dinners, and first priority to register for Wine Club events.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS*

Chairs: Gina Ramsey & Lori Villegas

Women in Business gives professional female Club members a venue to connect and network on the first Tuesday of every month. Annual cost is $100 and includes access to monthly dinners.

*Annual cost to join, with discounted fee at monthly events.

To join or for more information, please email Emily Ober at eober@centerclub.org.

WELCOME BACK HEALTHCARE CONNECTIONS, VETERANS INITIATIVE & CRAFT BEER CLUB

We are thrilled to bring back these three Interests Groups for our members to enjoy and participate in even more topics and experiences.

Healthcare Connections, chaired by Jeff Rosen and Robert Wells, returned in October with a panel discussing Health Equity. It was an engaging discussion and we are looking forward to periodic events from this group.

Veterans Initiative, chaired by Sam Kimzey, will hold unique, monthly events. This Interest Group is about bringing the unique perspectives of military veterans to The Center Club. The Initiative is a forum to discuss a range of topics such as current events, the intersection of industry, innovation, and the modern military, projects, and history with veteran speakers, authors and businesspeople.

Join this group on Wednesday, January 4 for an informal mixer to get to know one another. You need not be a veteran to join this Interest Group. See page 6 and 8 for details on the first two events and register in advance.

Craft Beer Club, chaired by Erik Moore and Buzz Scheffenacker, makes its return debut on Thursday, January 19. With quarterly events, this Interest Group, will provide tastings with educational components on just some of the various beers available. Their first event will feature a guest brewer from Guilford Hall Brewery.

All are welcome, for more information, see page 7 and register in advance.

Welcome New Members

Joined November & December 2022

The Board of Governors, members and Center Club team extend the warmest welcome to the following new members. We’re proud to be associated with you and look forward to connecting with you at the Club and in the community.

Ms. Normandi Amprey

Executive Director, Teach for America Baltimore

Mr. Marlon Amprey, Esq.

Associate & State Delegate, Rosenberg Martin Greenberg & Maryland General Assembly

Proposer: Julianne Tarver

Mr. Eric Arcudi

Senior Director of Development, Wohlsen Construction Company

Ms. Greta Arcudi

Proposer: Howard Perlow

Ms. Miranda Braatz

CEO, Elevated Economic Enterprises

Proposer: Gregory Malcolm

Ms. Karen Betton

SVP, Chief Audit & Risk Officer, CFG Bank

Proposer: J. MacGregor Tisdale

Mr. James Bragdon

Attorney, Gallagher Evelius & Jones LLP

Ms. Carissa Bragdon

Nurse Practitioner, Greater Baltimore Medical Center

Proposer: David Sommer

Dr. Irina Burd

Professor & Dept Chair, University of Maryland School of Medicine Dept. of OBGYN

Mr. Gene Burd

Partner, FisherBroyles

Proposer: Albert Reece

Mr. Craig Carmichael

President & COO, Northwest Hospital; Senior Vice President, LifeBridge Health

Mrs. Mary Beth Carmichael

Vice President, MSA Interiors

Proposer: Neil Meltzer

Mr. Garry Chandler

Ms. Maureen Chandler

Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Mr. Christopher (Chris) Chick

EVP/COO & Chief Lending Officer, CFG Bank

Proposer: J. MacGregor Tisdale

Ms. Ashley Clark

Founder & CEO, Soigné Luxury Accessories

Proposer: Eva Hodsdon

Mr. Jeryl Cole

Owner, Off the Rox Wine & Beer Shop

Ms. Tyrekia Jackson-Cole

Owner, Kol Project

Proposer: Devin Walsh

Mr. Brian Cohen

Owner/CEO, Award Magic

Dr. Rebecca Stainman

Proposer: Anne Hilb

Mr. David Cox

Ms. Joanna Cox

President, Miskelly & Cox Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Dr. Tara Doaty

Founder & CEO, Sage Wellness Group

Proposer: Nakeia Drummond

Mr. David Flowers

Ms. Lorraine Flowers

Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Mr. Michael Heigh, Jr.

Financial Advisor, Edward Jones

Dr. Erika Olney

Veterinarian, IndeVets

Proposer: Steven Reed

Dr. Peter Hill

Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs, Johns Hopkins Health System

Mrs. Hope Hill

Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Mr. W. Fred Hitchcock

Mr. John Kozarski

Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Ms. Ashlyn Hood

Financial Advisor, Edward Jones

Proposer: Steven Reed

Mr. Erik Howard

Executive Managing Director of Business Development & Marketing, Capital Funding

Proposer: J. MacGregor Tisdale

Mrs. Carolyn Hrdlick

Owner, Assisting You in Your Home

Mr. Neil Hrdlick, Sr.

Teacher, Notre Dame Preparatory School

Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Mr. Richard (Rich) Hunt, Jr.

Executive Vice President, WesBanco

Proposer: Keith Daw

Dr. Antoine (Toni) Kfuri

Mrs. Claude Kfuri

Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Mrs. Mary Anne Kowzan

Mr. Paul Kowzan, Jr.

Sales, Price Modern Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Ms. Sara Lucas

Associate, Gordon Feinblatt

Proposer: John Denick

Ms. Aquan Manigault

Owner/Vice President, Nursing & Health Services Training Consultants

Proposer: Reginald Cohen

Mr. Matthew (Matt) McDermott

President & CEO, Harvey Agency

Ms. Wendy McDermott

Vice President, Morgan Stanley

Proposer: Devin Walsh

Mr. Lawrence (Larry) McGlinchey

Mr. Barry Burton

Interior Designer, Hord Coplan Macht Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Mr. Jason Murphy

CEO, Murphy Enterprise

Mrs. Robyn Murphy

COO, Murphy Enterprise

Proposer: Marc Broady

Mr. Brian Oakes

Vice President for Advancement, Loyola University Maryland

Ms. Schoen Oakes

Director of Student Support, Friends School of Baltimore

Proposer: Terrence Sawyer

Mr. David (Dave) Openshaw

CEO, Ligon & Ligon

Ms. Lily Openshaw

Owner, Chesapeake Blue & Green

Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Mrs. Lynne Porter

Mr. Marion Porter

Owner, President & CEO, CICONIX

Proposer: Kim Green

Dr. Ishrat (Ashi) Rafi

OB/Gyn Physician, Ascension Saint Agnes

Mr. Alan Raynes

Lawyer, KRV

Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Dr. Herleen (Sofi) Rai

Assistant Professor of Pathology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Proposer: Lynda Perry

Mr. Burton (Burt) Ray III

Proposer: Lawrence LaMotte

Dr. Tosin Adegbola Richard

Dean/Executive Director of the Honors College, Tenured Associate

Professor and Special Advisor to the President, Morgan State University

Proposer: Diana Ellis

Ms. Sara Rutstein

Founder, SER Partners

Mr. Kevin Kacin

Independent Contractor

Proposer: Swata Gandhi

Mr. John Scholz

Ms. Beth Diehl

Owner, BDS Consultants

Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Dr. Phoebe Sharkey

Honorable Robert Sharkey

Administrative Law Judge, District of Columbia Office of Administrative Hearings Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Mrs. Karen Shields

Chief Client Engagement Officer, Gainwell Technologies

Mr. Michael Shields

President & CEO, Shields Health Teach Consultants

Proposer: Gina Ramsey

Dr. Paula Singer

Vice President, Segal

Dr. Barney Stern

Professor of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University

Proposer: Paul Sugar

Mr. Anthony (Tony) Spearman-Leach

Director of Business Development & Philanthropy, The National Academy of Public Administration

Mr. Michael (Mike) Laux

Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Adlumin Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Ms. Sandra (Sandy) Walker Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Dr. Roger Ward

Provost and Executive Vice President, University of Maryland, Baltimore

Ms. Michelle Ward

Director, Sponsored Projects

Accounting & Compliance, University of Maryland, Baltimore

Proposer: Jennifer Litchman

Mr. William (Bill) Wiedel, Jr.

President & CEO, CFG Bank

Ms. Mary (Merrily) Ure

Area Sales Manager, Medtronic

Proposer: J. MacGregor Tisdale

Dr. Stephen Wegener

Professor, Johns Hopkins

School of Medicine

Dr. Lisa Hovermale

Psychiatrist, State of Maryland

Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Dr. Roland Wentworth

Ms. Nancy Wentworth

Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Ms. Gail Williams Glasser

Mr. John Riley

Johns Hopkins Club transfer

Mrs. Bianca Wise

President, Home Helpers Home Care

Mr. Leonard Wise

Owner, Wise Choice Moving & Hauling

Proposer: Brandon Lockett

Mr. Daniel Yoon

Department of Defense

Ms. Ji-Yeon (Lis) Kim

Pharmacist, Sinai Hospital

Proposer: Craig Thompson

Mr. Ronnell Zeigler

Owner, True Real Living Renovations

Ms. Tyisha Fennell-Zeigler

Owner, True Real Living Renovations

Proposer: Anne Hilb

Know someone interested in joining the Club? Join us for an upcoming Prospective Member Open House. For more information, please contact Michelle Dase at mdase@centerclub.org.

Living Classrooms RisingStar 22

BrendanWeinhold, Fallston Group

2022 U.S. Ashoka Fellowship

BrittanyYoung, B-360

Newsweek America’s Best Dermatologists

Karen Beasley, Maryland Laser Skin & Vein Institute

The Daily Record’s 2022 Family Law

Power List

•KellyPowers, Miles & Stockbridge

•Ferrier Stillman, Tydings & Rosenberg, LLP

The Daily Record’s Icon Awards

•RhedaBecker, OrchKids, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

•EdBrake, Ellin & Tucker

•FredBronstein, Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University

•John Hoey, The Y in Central Maryland

•HowardKurman, Offit Kurman

•SheelaMurthy, Murthy Law Firm

•Alice Pinderhughes, Alice G. Pinderhughes, Attorney at Law

•SheldonStein, Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital

•WilliamStromberg, T. Rowe Price

•DonaldWilson, University of Maryland School of Medicine (retired)

Young Members Committee

Are you a young member, under age 40, of The Center Club? Are you looking for more ways to connect with other members?

Chairs Joey Price, Center Club member for eight years, and Meghan Robinson, Center Club member for six years are looking for additional members to join this committee. The committee puts together events and experiences, both at the Club and offsite, for young members as well as events for all members. Past events include a golf outing, events at local theaters and honoring community heroes at the Club.

The Young Members Committee meets once a month. If you are interested in joining this vibrant committee, please email Noreen Frenaye, Director of Membership & Marketing at nfrenaye@centerclub.org.

Welcome Patrick Raley

Please help us welcome our newest Food & Beverage Manager, Patrick Raley. Patrick comes from The Saint Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina where he was a bar supervisor. Be sure to say hello when you see him—his enthusiasm is infectious.

CELEBRATE YOUR SPECIAL OCCASION AT THE CENTER CLUB

The Center Club has the accommodations and expertise to ensure that your social or corporate event will be planned and executed flawlessly. From Bar Mitzvahs, graduation parties and weddings to board meetings and corporate receptions, we have nine spaces available that can host anywhere from four to 400 guests.

You and your guests will experience extraordinary service and cuisine, incredible harbor views and an event that creates lasting memories. No matter the occasion, The Center Club will serve you and your guests well.

For questions or to book your next event, contact Ashley Murphy, Private Events Manager at 667-217-3547 or amurphy@centerclub.org.

Center Club members enjoy a few of our recent events: Book Club, Veterans Day Lunch, IntraClub Mixer, Winter Wonderland Brunch & Cookie Decorating and Santa’s Holiday Brunch

Make the Most of Your Membership

Join & Pick Your Platinum Perks

Joining Platinum Perks is a free and easy way to receive rewards simply by dining at the Club, hosting a private event or attending an event.

We want to make it easy on YOU! Current Platinum Perks members will automatically be re-enrolled for 2023.

Ready to sign up? Log onto the website, update your profile with your photo and select SIGN UP FOR PLATINUM PERKS.

How to Earn Points

Enroll in Platinum Perks Program

PLATINUM Perks!

POINTS

25 + Club Mug

Rewards

You must redeem and use your 2022 points by March 31, 2023.

Level 1

500 Points

Four Center Club etched pint glasses OR $25 Club Dining Credits

Level 2

2,500 Points

$200 Club Dining Credits

Level 3

5,000 Points

$400 Club Dining Credits

1 point for every $1 spent Attend Club Events

Enjoy à La Carte Dining

1 point for every $1 spent Host Private Functions 1 point for every $1 spent ($2,500 min / 20,000 max points) Sponsor Non-Member Private Functions

2,500 ($10,000 event min)

New Members: Visit 6x in First Six Months 500

Proposers: Receive Upon New Member’s Renewal 500

•Sign up required with photo and profile updates.

•S accounts are eligible and separate from primary accounts.

•Points redeemable after payment is received.

•Redeemed points can not be used towards Annual Dues.

•The maximum points that can be redeemed is 20,000.

•Dinner and After Five members are not eligible for this program.

Want to Learn More?

Visit www.centerclub.org for more information.

Level 4

7,500 Points

$600 Club Dining Credits

Level 5 10,000 Points

Overnight stay at the Union League of Philadelphia with dinner at 1862 and breakfast in Founders OR $800 Club Dining Credits

Level 6 20,000 Points

Chef’s table for six (includes wine pairings) OR $1,600 Club Dining Credits

Redeeming Your Points

Each month you’ll receive a monthly update report. And you’ll have your choice of redeeming points when you reach the next level or keep accruing to get a unique experience like hosting a chef’s table.

Points accrue January 1–December 31 and must be redeemed by the end of the first quarter of 2023. Contact billing@centerclub.org to redeem your points.

Membership Cards

Membership cards provide quick access to the garage and elevator bank in the building’s lobby.

Should you forget your card, please enter at the Charles Street entrance and security will assist you. You will need to provide your ID.

Lost Cards

New membership cards are requested once a month from the building’s security office. This includes cards for new members and lost cards. If you lose your membership card, please contact Emily Ober at eober@centerclub.org. There will be a $15 charge for all replacement cards.

IN MEMORIAM

We send our deepest condolences as wemourn the loss of the following Center Club members.

Mr. David Bavar

Member since 1970

Mr. Malcolm Rubinstein

Member since 2016

BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Ronald R. Peterson President president@centerclub.org

Bradley Chambers President Elect MedStar Health

Guy Flynn

Vice President

DLA Piper, US

Keith Lee

Vice President

Brown Capital Management

Shelonda Stokes

Vice President

Downtown Partnership

Mark M. Deering Secretary

MacKenzie Companies

Alvin D. Katz Treasurer KatzAbosch

Denise G. Adah

CPA, MBA RICP®, Advisor

Christine Aspell

KPMG LLP

Anirban Basu

Sage Policy Group, Inc.

Barbara Bozzuto

Community Volunteer

TJ Brightman

Baltimore Orioles

Marc Broady

Weller Development

Patricia Brown

Medically Home

Calvin G. Butler, Jr. Exelon Utilities

August J. Chiasera

M&T Bank

Kelly Drnec Hotel Revival

John Frisch

Shawan Leadership

Donald C. Fry

Nancy Greene

Miles & Stockbridge

Al Hutchinson

Visit Baltimore

JoAnn Ioannou

Johns Hopkins

Health System

Daniel Joerres

WBAL-TV

Louis Kousouris, III

MCB Real Estate LLC

Lawrence A. LaMotte

Advocacy Options

Julia Marciari-Alexander

TheWalters Art Museum

Redonda Miller

The Johns Hopkins Hospital

Patricia J. Mitchell

Immediate Past President

Anthony Moag

Whiting-Turner

Contracting

Joey Price

Jumpstart HR

Rhonda Pringle

Baltimore Business Journal

Shanaysha Sauls

Baltimore Community Foundation

Lynn Selby

Caroline Center

Mary Pat Seurkamp

MPK&D Partners

Gregory Tucker

The Tucker Group, LLC

Stacey Ullrich

BGE

Mark Weigman

T. Rowe Price Associates

Charles Young

Young’s Accounting Service

Member Name

0001 | Since 2021

THE CENTER CLUB

100 Light Street

Baltimore, Maryland 21202

410-727-7788

410-783-0166 fax www.centerclub.org reception@centerclub.org

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Hours of Operation

EXECUTIVE OFFICES & ACCOUNTING

Mon–Fri / 9 AM–5 PM

BAR100

Lunch Service

Tues–Fri / 11:30 AM–3 PM

Happy Hour

Tues–Fri / 4–7 PM

Dinner Service

Tues–Sat / 5–9 PM

JOSEPH MEYERHOFF

DINING ROOM

Lunch Service

Tues–Fri / 11:30 AM–3 PM

Dinner Service

Tues–Sat / 5–9 PM

Club Management

Kevin M. Bonner General Manager kbonner@centerclub.org

667-217-3540

Nicholas Steege Assistant General Manager nsteege@centerclub.org

667-217-3546

C. Robert Bannan III Executive Chef chefbannan@centerclub.org

Wen Capon Food & Beverage Manager wcapon@centerclub.org

Chris Hayes Food & Beverage Manager chayes@centerclub.org

Antoine Norfleet Food & Beverage Manager anorfleet@centerclub.org

Patrick Raley Food & Beverage Manager praley@centerclub.org

EVENTS

Ashley Murphy Private Events Manager amurphy@centerclub.org

667-217-3547

Tyese Knight Event Coordinator tknight@centerclub.org

667-217-3543

MEMBERSHIP & MARKETING

Noreen Frenaye Director of Membership & Marketing nfrenaye@centerclub.org

667-217-3542

Michelle Dase AssociateDirector of Membership Development mdase@centerclub.org

410-926-0188

Anna Heffron Marketing Coordinator aheffron@centerclub.org

667-217-3548

Emily Ober Member Services Coordinator eober@centerclub.org

410-752-1417

Club Rules & Policies

RESERVATIONS

Reservations are recommended but walk-ins are welcomed. 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 two different people up to two times per year with no one unaccompanied guest being able to use the Club more than twice a year. Reservations must be made with Reception at least 48 hours in advance.

DRESS CODE

In all Club areas, including Bar100 and Joseph Meyerhoff Dining Room

A relaxed and well-dressed “smart casual” look is always welcome. Shirts without collars may now be worn and jackets are recommended. This does not include t-shirts or shirts with slogans or large graphics. Dark, untorn and nonfrayed denim can be worn. Sports logo apparel can be worn in Bar100 on game days only (Go O’s and Ravens!).

Joseph Meyerhoff Dining Room

Jackets are not required. They are recommended for men when wearing a shirt without a collar.

Orioles Pub

Hemmed shorts and athletic shoes in good condition may be worn. T-shirts and shorts/logo-themed apparel in good condition may be worn. If you would like more detailed information or an updated copy of the House Rules, reach out to Emily Ober, Member Services Coordinator.

FINANCE

Tony Haynes Director of Finance & Administration thaynes@centerclub.org

667-217-3544

Derrick Barner Accounts Receivable dbarner@centerclub.org

667-217-3550

Sharon Roth Accountant sroth@centerclub.org

667-217-3551

ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Cell phones, laptops and other similar devices may be used in all areas of the Club outside of the Joseph Meyerhoff Dining Room with discretion so as not to impose upon other members and their guests. Only handheld communication devices may be used silently in the Meyerhoff Dining Room. The use of speaker phones is prohibited and all devices must be silenced throughout the Club.

PARKING

Although parking is complimentary on weekends and after 4 PM on weekdays, the Club has a limited number of spaces between 7 AM–4 PM on weekdays and it is available on a first-come, first-served basis for a flat rate of $15. We apologize that we cannot reserve parking spaces for any member. Additional parking can be found directly across the street from the building at 30 Light Street Garage with entrances on Light and Lombard Streets. Parking in the 100 Light building is free after 4 PM and on weekends for Center Club members. Show an ID at the Charles Street entrance.

For all Club rules and policies, log into our member dashboard at www.centerclub.org and download our Member Guide.