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Learn about the efforts of the Women’s Initiative Group (WIG) to encourage female engagement across the Club and recruit more exceptional women to join the MAC.
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50-Year Member Dinner The Missouri Athletic Club is full of exceptional Members, and the 50-year and 150 Club Members are no exception. On June 22, Members were honored for their dedication to the Club with a celebratory dinner and MAC coin.
As a yearly tradition, the Missouri Athletic Club honors tradition, community and culture through Foundations’ Month. Members can donate through their chit while dining at the Club to contribute to the cause.
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Athletics: Fall Schedules Released With fall schedules filling up quickly, be sure to add an MAC athletic activity. Tennis, basketball, pickleball and squash are now open for fall registration.
MAC Wrestling Night II Some of the biggest legends in wrestling history, including Sgt. Slaughter, Jerry “the King” Lawler, “the Mouth of the South” Jimmy Hart and “Cowboy” Bob Orton will be featured at MAC Wrestling Night II on Sept. 15.
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successful new MAC event of 2021 is
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returning bigger and better! This fun
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Cherry Diamond Staff Publisher – Brent Beumer Director of Communications – Jim Wilson Content Marketing Manager/Managing Editor – Marina Fanning Communications Strategist – Anne Luckey Graphic Design – Lilyann Rice General Manager – Wallace L. Smith To advertise, contact Marina Fanning at 314-539-4447 or mfanning@mac-stl.org.
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Board of Governors Officers Brent Beumer – President Tracy Beckette – Vice President Justin Fowler – Second Vice President Chris Swank – Secretary Steve Albart – Treasurer Class of 2023 Steve Albart, Tracy Beckette, Brent Beumer, Justin Fowler, Chris Swank Class of 2024 Carter Alexander, Mark McClanahan, Cheri McLaughlin, Mark Niemeyer, Neal Perryman Class of 2025 Tom Dankenbring, Tim Maynard, Jodi Petersen, Gary Sextro, Jeff Wehmer
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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MAC Sports Foundation Golf Classic – Glen Echo Country Club The annual MAC Golf Tournament powered by Mungenast St. Louis Acura and Mungenast & Burkhard Alton Toyota at Glen Echo Country Club will be held on Monday, Aug. 29. Golf Play is sold out. Members are encouraged to attend the dinner and auction. Sponsorships are available and donations are accepted until Aug. 12. Contact Katie Maurer at kmaurer@macstl.org for more information.
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MAC Speaker Series: Bob O’Loughlin DT Presented by Enterprise Bank & Trust Robert F. O’Loughlin, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lodging Hospitality Management (LHM), has managed some of the industry’s top properties and has directed regional hotel operations throughout the country. O’Loughlin will discuss the beginnings of LHM in St. Louis, the future of the company and his visions for St. Louis and the surrounding region. 5:30 p.m. | Cocktail Reception 6:30 p.m. | Dinner 7:30 p.m. | Program Members and Guests: $95 MAC Associate Members: $75 Students: $35
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mac-stl.org/events No-shows will be charged in full. Please call with your own reservation. Cancellations must be made at least 72 hours before the event to avoid a one-third charge. All events held in the Missouri Room require business attire unless otherwise specified.
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Cigar-B-Que sponsored by Mark Twain Society DT Enjoy a delicious barbecue-themed meal, beer, cigars and live entertainment by Kelly’s Heroes on the rooftop of the Downtown Clubhouse Garage at the third annual Cigar-B-Que. Online reservations are required for this rain or shine event. 5:30 p.m $45 per person
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Back by popular demand, the most successful new MAC event of 2021 is returning bigger and better! Some of the biggest legends in wrestling history, including Sgt. Slaughter, Jerry “the King” Lawler, “the Mouth of the South” Jimmy Hart and “Cowboy” Bob Orton will be featured at MAC Wrestling Night II. Online registration opens Aug. 3. Learn more about this highly-anticipated event on page 25! 6 p.m.
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Celebrate the end of summer with a poolside concert featuring Jake’s Leg! There will be a signature/credit card bar poolside and in the 1903 dining room and bar. Online reservations are required. Doors Open | 6 p.m. Concert | 7-10 p.m. $35 per person (21+ only)
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Save the date! Join fellow Associates Members on the beautiful Downtown Clubhouse rooftop to enjoy live music, cocktails, games and giveaways. Show off the Club and bring guests along to join in the fun! Online registration will be available soon. 6:30 p.m.
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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT ost weekends during the late spring and early summer, you can find my wife and I at a baseball park somewhere in St. Louis or around the Midwest, attending baseball tournaments for one or both of our sons. While we love watching our boys play and compete and know that we are making wonderful memories, we do not get to spend as much time at the Club as we would like during baseball season. Fortunately, the baseball season is coming to an end, and we will have more time to take advantage of all that the MAC has to offer. I am particularly looking forward to a lazy Saturday or Sunday afternoon at the pool out West. I also eagerly anticipate the MAC Speakers Series event on Wednesday, Aug. 24, at the Downtown Clubhouse. In this installment of the Speakers Series, we will get to hear from one of our fellow Members, Mr. Robert O’Loughlin. Bob is the Chairman and CEO Of Lodging and Hospitality Management (LHM), the owner and operator of some of the premier hotel and entertainment properties throughout St. Louis and the United States. He is a visionary leader who will speak about how he built his business, the future of the hospitality industry and his vision for St. Louis and our region. As of the writing of this column, limited tickets remain available. I encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity; you will not want to miss this event! Subsequent to submitting last month’s column for publication, I had the opportunity to share some opening remarks and recognize several long-time members of the Club at the 50-Year Member Dinner Celebration. That evening, we recognized and honored nine new inductees into the MAC’s 50-year Member Club. If that is not impressive enough, we also recognized four individuals who have been Members of the Club for over 70 years. Finally, we honored 21 Members of the MAC 150 Club. For those who are unaware, the MAC 150 Club is a special distinction for Members whose combined age and years of Membership equal at least 150! The stories I heard that evening about a lifetime of memories created at the MAC were truly extraordinary. I cannot think of a more tangible and personal example of fulfilling the MAC’s vision and mission than this group of loyal and dedicated Members. As I previewed in this space last month, the Governance Committee formed a task force to review our “house rules” and determine if any revisions are appropriate. The final recommendations and results from
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the work of this task force will be presented to the Board of Governors for approval shortly. In the interim, one of the direct and immediate outcomes of the work of this task force is an emphasis on enforcing the Club’s established dress codes and rules concerning cell phone usage in our dining facilities, particularly the Jack Buck Grille downtown and the 1903 Bar at the West Clubhouse. We have placed more prominent signage regarding the rules at the front of these spaces, and we are asking our staff to be more diligent in enforcing the rules. None of these steps will work without a commitment from our Members. Please be mindful of the rules and ask your invited guests to do the same. Finally and most importantly, please be attentive, helpful and respectful to our staff members who are being charged with reminding our Members and guests of the rules. As I described last month, the Human Resources department recognizes one Downtown and West employee each quarter for their outstanding efforts. Our exceptional staff members work diligently to provide the best Club experience possible. To honor our hardworking staff, I will be highlighting employees who have received the distinguished employee award and other dedicated employees. Margaret Shapiro Title: Assistant Tennis Professional Start Date: 2/11/2015 Family: Husband Max Shapiro and baby Markus What is one thing most people don’t know about you? I collect hotel room cards to help me remember where I have traveled. Thank you for your service to the Club, Margaret! Your dedication to enhancing our Members’ Club experiences is one of many reasons that the MAC is the foremost private club in the St. Louis region. We are proud to have you at the MAC! Members, enjoy the balance of your summer, and I look forward to seeing you around the Club!
Brent Beumer, President Missouri Athletic Club
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LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER recently returned from the City Athletic Club Manager’s meeting in New York. As a result of the pandemic, it was the first time we were able to gather in two years. Throughout the two-day event, we had plenty to discuss regarding the current state of our clubs and the challenges we’re all facing. While attendees were from all different regions, we discovered many similarities with clubs across the country. The presiding theme of the conference is best described in a quote from Gandhi, “The future depends on the present.” As we reflect on the challenges facing our Club today, we are always exploring ways in which we can position the Missouri Athletic Club for tomorrow’s success. Like many private clubs, Membership has been a strong point for the MAC throughout the pandemic. As new Members sought a “safe haven” in a smaller community setting, the MAC reached its highest Membership level in over a decade! While the pandemic may have positively affected our Membership, it took a toll on other aspects of the Club. After the pandemic’s initial shutdown resulted in labor reduction, we are dedicated to addressing the gap in the staffing shortages we face. As our focus shifts to recruitment and retention, we learn that our labor pool has newfound expectations from a potential new employer: flexible work schedules, signing bonuses, employee assistance programs and more. While the MAC already employs many of these strategies, we’re always looking for ways to improve our appeal to new and existing employees. As you’re probably aware, the MAC strives to not only be the foremost private Club in St. Louis for our Members, but also our exceptional staff. We seek to become an “Employer of Choice” for employees in our region, giving us the opportunity to hire the most qualified, top-notch employees for our organization. How do we do that? By offering programs and incentives to attract and retain the best talent! Several other clubs have adopted employee assistance programs to accomplish
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this goal. Our Membership base is an untapped resource of potential ways to incentivize our hardworking staff members. For example, if a Member who owns a restaurant participates in the program, the MAC may offer gift certificates to recipients of the quarterly distinguished employee award. Perhaps a Member who owns a gym could participate by offering discounted memberships to MAC staff. We are continuously finding ways to differentiate the MAC from other employers by providing our staff the same quality of service and benefits that we seek to offer our Members. Lastly, a commonality shared among Clubs all over the nation is finding a balance between the Member and staff experience. Budgets, staffing, retention and ultimately, the economy’s current financial situation are top of mind when aligning our goals for the future. In addition to overall inflation, costs for labor, food and beverage, delivery, health insurance and property maintenance are just a few of the things that have increased significantly in recent months at the MAC. As a Club, we must carefully consider how to combat rising costs while providing the Club experience that Members know and love. As we strive further to attract exceptional people and give the ultimate Club experience, we appreciate your patience with the changes you see throughout the Club. Through each trial and triumph experienced in the past, the MAC has always stood the test of time. I have no doubt that through the dedicated efforts of both staff and Members, we will find the best balance for our Club. Our goal is that each step we take today will continue to improve the future Club experience for Members and staff alike. See you at the Club!
Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club
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MAC MEMBERSHIP
WELCOME Matthew Dewey of Explore St. Louis Alex Corrigan of Corrigan Company John (IV) Fabick of Fabick CA and Caren Fabick Miriam Garcia of AT&T Joseph Gianino of Wells Fargo Advisors and Kristin Gianino of Special School District
New Members from
Mark Hoofnagle of Washington University in St. Louis and Jennifer Toll of Saint Louis University Jeff Jensen of Husch Blackwell and Nancy Jensen of Lions Head Christopher Klages of Gladys Manion, Inc. Josh Massie of NetJets Justin May of Deloitte Peter Moynihan of Vertical Garden Supply
MEMBERSHIP MIXER The Missouri Athletic Club Membership Mixer occurs on the first Thursday of every month from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at alternating Clubhouses. All Members are invited
to bring a new, prospective member to learn more about the Club, interact with the Membership committee and Board Members and take a tour of the Clubhouse.
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Jeffrey Mueller of Centene and Janan Mueller of J. Pupillo LLC Tanner Smith of Benjamin F. Edwards and Whitney Smith of Boeing Brandon Stanley of Fabick CAT and Breezy Stanley Artur Wagrodzki of Artur Express, Inc. and Danuta Wagrodzki of GHC Services, Inc. John Yannakakis of Solar Generation MW
SAVE the DATES Aug. 4 | Downtown Clubhouse Club Members can contact Sept. 1 | West Clubhouse Oct. 6 | Downtown Clubhouse
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THE MAC: WHERE WOMEN BELONG
Now more than ever, the Missouri Athletic Club is the place to be. Membership is reaching record numbers for the first time in a decade, and Members are enjoying shared experiences in the spirit of excellence, service and tradition. Almost 2,400 female Members use Club facilities today, and nearly 400 have joined the Club in the past two years. Women in all stages of life are discovering that valuable female fellowship can be found right here at the MAC! Whether a Member wants to create new friendships, expand their professional network, discover other moms with active kids, enhance their health and fitness routine or explore new ways to enjoy the Club in their free time, the MAC is where women belong. It’s been 34 years since welcoming Olympian Jackie Joiner-Kersee as the first female Member and more than a decade since founding the Women’s Initiative Group (WIG). Over the years, female Membership has grown at the Club, increasing the relevance and significance of the group. WIG has become instrumental in helping women, both new and long-time Members, to feel welcomed and represented at the Club. Through these efforts, women’s thoughts and voices have become ingrained into everyday Club life and leadership by
dedicated female board Members, staff members and frequent Club-goers. In addition to fostering an inclusive community for women, the WIG hosts a variety of events to engage female Membership. Annual signature events, such as the Women of Distinction Luncheon and Holiday Sip & Shop, bring women together to celebrate each other’s achievements at festive, social gatherings. Newly-elected Governor Jodi Petersen has been involved as Chair of the Women’s Initiative Group (WIG) for three years, leading a group of active women behind the planning of these meaningful events. “We recognize that with the number of female Members of all ages frequenting the MAC, we have a resurgence of interest in our original purpose to promote connection and engagement amongst female Members – and to ultimately recruit more great women to our valuable female community by joining the Club. This really is a place where women can enjoy and thrive.” WIG LEADERSHIP The WIG Steering Council is comprised of a core group of female Members that plan events and guide WIG involvement. Women interested in taking an active role in ensuring female presence at the Club are invited to join the WIG Steering Council. In addition to its signature events, the WIG hosts monthly Ladies’ Lunches, Coffees and Happy Hours to encourage female Members to meet one another and learn about the many ways women utilize and enhance the Club. Members like Lauren Hieger ( joined in 2021) and Laura White ( joined in 2015) have attended these lunches and coffees over the last several months, each looking to engage with fellow female Members over shared interests. The casual and frequent format of these social gatherings affords busy women the
opportunity to regularly join fellow female Members at the Club without commitment. Member Teresa Wheeler ( joined in 2003) is new to the WIG Steering Council and shares, “It is exciting to see the Club grow and enhance female Membership through [efforts started by] the Women’s Initiative Group. The WIG Steering Council is planning a variety of engaging activities to connect our community of female Members of all ages and interests. As a Member since 2003, the female Membership has grown significantly. We now have a great opportunity to network, informally mentor and share in social time to capitalize on this momentum.” All Ladies’ events and WIG-sponsored activities across the Club are open for all women MAC Members to attend. To learn more about these opportunities, visit the “Women at the MAC” webpage under the “Social” tab on the MAC website. To learn more about the WIG Steering Council, please contact WIG Staff Liaison Kara Kelpe at kkelpe@mac-stl.org or 314-539-4408.
UPCOMING LADIES’ EVENTS AT THE MAC Register online at mac-stl.org. Ladies’ Happy Hour at the Jack Buck Grille Downtown Clubhouse, Aug. 10, 4-6 p.m. Ladies’ Coffee in 1903 Bar West Clubhouse, Aug. 24, 8-10 a.m. Ladies’ Lunch in Sportsman’s Club Downtown Clubhouse, Sept. 21, 11:30 a.m. Women of Distinction Luncheon Downtown Clubhouse, Oct. 7 Save the date! AUGUST 2022 F 9
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50-YEAR MEMBERS Members are listed below in order of the date they joined. ‘40s Shirley Sher and Donald Nies. ‘50s Jack Bodine, Roger Altvater, Anthony Bommarito, Joseph McGlynn, Robert Wunderlich, Edward Corich, Joan Sheehan, Benjamin Bishop, Darlene Roland, Sally Bakula, Joseph Lipic, Susanne Shepherd, Patricia Rebholz, Patricia Zitzmann, Jacqueline Kriegshauser, William Bouchein, Leo Pelligreen, James Breckenridge, Robert Millman, Richard Knight, Rene’ Lusser and J. Robert Keightley. ‘60s Harry Gershenson, Forrest Murphy, Fred Brown, Walter Wittenberg, Karl Hoagland, John Rolwing, Donald Gunn, William Lange, Midge Krueger, Robert Flynn, Michael O’Keefe, James Maender, Daniel Richardson, Michael Ross, Jack Pohrer, Roger Placke, Anthony Ribaudo, Edward Barnidge, Cicardi Bruce, John Steuby, Thomas Walsh, William Bowersox, Sue Ann
MAC 150 CLUB Congratulations to the MAC 150 Club Members. The Club thanks you for your continued devotion and service to the MAC.
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Congratulations to our 50-year Missouri Athletic Club Members. The Club thanks you for your dedication to continuing the Club’s traditions and truly enriching lives for generations. Ebanues, Rhoda Hochman, John Brennan, Frank Pellegrini, Carl Stifel, Robert Stelmach, C. Baker Cunningham, Patricia Dino, John Gorman, Patrick Boyle, Edward Smith, Edwin Fowler, Thomas Archambault, Lee Hanley, Elizabeth Riethmann, Gary Pohrer, Joseph Touhill, William Schawacker, Roisin Hughes, Ted Jacoby, David Ganz, Henry Schwartz, Charles Galli, Thomas Herrmann, John Rabenau, Thomas Guignon, Gary Gaertner, Donald Schlapprizzi, Louis Maull IV, Justin Williamson, Michael O’Reilly, Geoffrey Miller, Frank Bush, Gerard Germain, Hugh Murray, J. Thomas Dunn, Dale Ross, A. William Altvater, Bill Willert, Harry Crisp, Richard Sauget, Logan Mock, Paul Weil, Robert Schmieder, George Fitzsimmons, Joseph Niemann, Jay Haines, Edgar Sparks, R. J. Haffner, Shirley Graham and William Suntrup. ‘70s James Sheets, Harvey Schneider, Barry Weinberg, James Coleman, George Albin, Pierce Powers, Martin Schwarze, Mark Bahn, E. Tracy Beckette, Garret Meyer, Sandra Keller, William Eckert, Barbara Conway, William McDowell, Margaret Bayliss, John Riley, Edward Goedeke and David Schrader.
A Member becomes eligible for admittance to the MAC 150 Club when the sum of their age and the number of years they have been an MAC Member equals at least 150. Roger Altvater, Sally Bakula, Ben Bishop, Jack Bodine, Tony Bommarito, Bill Bouchein, James Breckenridge, Ed Corich, Jacqueline Kriegshauser, William Lange, Joe Lipic, Joe McGlynn, Don Nies, Darlene Roland, Joan Sheehan, Susanne Shepherd, Shirley Sher, John Steuby, Bob Wunderlich and Patricia Zitzmann.
Honoring MAC’s Most Dedicated Members On June 22, Members and guests celebrated 50-year Members and MAC 150 Club Members in the Missouri Room. To qualify for the MAC 150 Club, the sum of
a Member’s age plus the number of years they have been a Member must equal at least 150. MAC 150 Club Members received a symbolic coin, and 50-year Members
received a memorable pin at the dinner to honor their long-lasting dedication to the Club.
LINDA AND BARRY WEINBERG (JOINED 1971) BEAM WITH JOY AT THE 50-YEAR MEMBER DINNER.
JACQUELINE KRIEGSHAUSER (JOINED 1957) AND KATE GEDDA ENJOY A DELICIOUS DINNER.
JACK POHRER (JOINED 1962) FIST-BUMPS TO CELEBRATE HIS MANY YEARS AT THE CLUB.
PRESIDENT BEUMER AND JOHN RILEY (JOINED 1972) GATHER FOR A PHOTO DURING THE CEREMONY.
DON NIES (JOINED 1948) STANDS DURING OVERWHELMING APPLAUSE FOR HIS COMMITMENT TO THE CLUB.
PRESIDENT BEUMER HANDS JOSEPH MCGLYNN (JOINED 1953) A COIN TO HONOR HIS SERVICE AT THE CLUB.
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CLUBS WITHIN THE CLUB
Discover St. Louis with the Forever Young Club! On Friday, Aug. 19, the Forever Young Club will host a lunch meeting with special guest Patrick Murphy at the West Clubhouse. Murphy is a St. Louis-based author of a new book, “The Irish in St. Louis: From Shanty to Lace Curtain.” Murphy has researched the legacy and impact that Irish immigrants had on the on cultural and political development of St. Louis over the years. He has been associated with station KETC, Channel 9 (PBS), for over 40 years. His smooth and mellow voice can be heard in voice-overs announcing local programs. Murphy has produced numerous special programs for the station over the years. For the past 23 years, he has served as Master of Ceremonies for the St. Louis Speakers Series held at Powell Hall. Murphy’s previous book, “Candy Men,” covers the history of the Switzer Licorice company. He is a graduate of Washington University and resides in Webster Groves. For more information about Forever Young Club, contact Katie Maurer at kmaurer@mac-stl.org or 314-539-4402.
CWC MEETINGS The MAC offers a variety of Clubs Within the Club to bring together Members with common interests.
Apollos Mondays, 7 p.m., Downtown Book Club Second Thursday of the month, 5:30 p.m., West Business Development Group Third Thursday of the month Alternating meetings and happy hours Meeting: 7:15 a.m., Downtown Happy Hour: 4:30-7 p.m., alternating locations Forever Young Club Third Friday of the month, 11:30 a.m., West Military History Club Fourth Tuesday of the month, 11:30 a.m., Downtown Toastmasters First and third Wednesdays of the month, 5:30 p.m., West For more information, visit mac-stl.org or call DT: 314-539-4470 WE: 314-539-4490
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Associates Welcome New President The Associates’ Council is a leadership group within the Missouri Athletic Club for Members 30 and under. All Associate Members are encouraged to join the Council. Within the Council, five officers are elected annually: President, Vice President, Membership Chair, Social Chair and Communications Chair. Recently, Margaret Pate White was elected the newest Associates President. The Council is responsible for several key components, including: F Promoting the involvement of the Club’s Associate Members through all aspects of engagement within the MAC. F Hosting four signature events throughout the year, targeted to Associate Members but open to all. F Representing the Associates on the Club’s Standing Committees (Finance, Planning, Membership and Governance) that help guide the Club’s operations and updating
the Committees on all activities of the Associates. The Associates aim to provide more opportunities for Member involvement throughout the year, whether through the Council directly or through other casual events sprinkled throughout the calendar. This year, the Associates have introduced a social activity after each monthly meeting in addition to their signature events. Thanks to the Jack Buck Grille staff, the Associates were treated to a craft beer tasting at the June meeting. Associates can look forward to athletic events like Associates Squash Night, sporting watch parties, varieties of wine and food tastings and more. For more information about joining the Associates, visit mac-stl.org > Social > CWCs & Special Interest Groups to fill out the interest form. Members can also contact Margaret Pate White at margaretpatewhite@gmail.com.
“I am so excited to continue my involvement with the Club and the Associates as the new Council President. I joined the MAC a little over two years ago and initially came to my first Council meeting to meet some new people and get the ‘behind-the-scenes scoop’ of the Club. Over the last two years, I certainly have made some amazing friends and great connections with our world-class staff and Club leaders. Before taking on this role, I served as the Membership Chair of the Associates’ Council. In progressing to this new role, I know that I have some big shoes to fill! I want to give a special shoutout to Sarah Gibbs and Kyle Jacobsmeyer, who have been great role models as previous presidents to watch and lean on as I take this position. I am enthusiastic about what our Council Officers have in store for the next year.” — Margaret Pate White, Associates President
SCOTUS Roundup
On July 13, the Missouri Athletic Club Lawyers’ Group and Federal Bar Association co-sponsored the event “SCOTUS Roundup,” and welcomed John Sauer, Missouri Solicitor General, and his staff members Maria Lanahan and Michael Talent. During the event, they discussed the 2021-2022 term of the United States Supreme Court. Members and guests enjoyed the discussion over a dedicated lunch in the Missouri Room at the Downtown Clubhouse. AUGUST 2022 F 13
CLUBS WITHIN THE CLUB
LEARN ABOUT CLUB SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES! Clubs Within the Club (CWCs) and Special Interest Groups offer Missouri Athletic Club Members opportunities to socialize, travel and improve in sports, hobbies and other specific interest areas. Throughout the year, these Member-led groups host meetings, social activities and events for their respective CWC and group members to enjoy and further Club camaraderie over shared interests. Any MAC Member interested in discovering new possibilities and connecting with fellow Members is encouraged to consider joining. Want to become more involved in the Club? Visit mac-stl.org > Social > CWCS & Special Interest Groups to fill out the interest form.
CLUBS WITHIN CLUBS: F Apollos F The Associates F Book Club F Business Development Group F Charitable Society for Children F Club Life F Forever Young Club F Golf Club F Lawyers’ Group
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Mark Twain Society Military History Club MAC PAC Social Club Rod & Gun Club Toastmasters Wine Society
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS: F Bridge Club F Dance Club
For more information, please contact Katie Maurer, Director of Special Events, at kmaurer@mac-stl.org.
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FOUNDATIONS’ MONTH As the MAC embarks on its seventh annual Foundations’ Month, our successes can only be attributed to the support of our very generous Club Members. Philanthropy is alive and well at the MAC! 16 F CHERRY DIAMOND
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Leaving a Legacy
Throughout the month, our Members will have the opportunity to give to our 501(c)3 Foundations by adding a donation to your chit when you dine at the Club. This is an easy and convenient way to support our Foundations. The MAC’s future depends on YOU, and we sincerely appreciate your support. All donations are tax-deductible. SPORTS FOUNDATION The mission of the Sports Foundation is to further, encourage and recognize outstanding achievements in the field of athletics and, in connection therewith, to select for public recognition those individuals who have made outstanding contributions to and achievements in the field of athletics. CHARITABLE SOCIETY FOR CHILDREN The Missouri Athletic Club’s Charitable Society for Children (CSC) is an extension of the Sports Foundation and a Club Within the Club. Its mission is to provide financial assistance to local St. Louis children’s charities and to give time and resources to the community. The charities are nominated by Members and employees of the MAC. The nominations are presented to the Charitable Society for Children Committee, which then chooses the three beneficiaries for the year. The CSC voted and decided on Covenant House, Girls on the Run and Kellsie’s Hope Foundation to be this year’s sponsored charities.
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To discuss giving opportunities or for estate planning assistance, please contact: LARRY ABSHEER Director of Advancement 314-604-3890 or labsheer@mac-stl.org
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SERVING UP JR. TENNIS Sign up for fall junior tennis clinics today at mac-stl.org/ JuniorTennis! Each session is six weeks. Session 1 | Aug. 15-Sept. 24 Session 2 | Sept. 2-Nov. 5 Session 3 | Nov. 7-Dec. 17 RED BALL Monday, 4-5 p.m. Tuesday, 5-6 p.m. Friday, 4-5 p.m. Saturday, 9-10 a.m. ORANGE BALL Monday, 4-5 p.m. Tuesday, 5-6 p.m. Friday, 4-5 p.m. Saturday, 10-11:30 a.m. GREEN BALL Tuesday, 4:30-6 p.m. Thursday, 4:30-6 p.m. INTERMEDIATE Tuesday, 6-7 p.m. Friday, 5-6 p.m.
HIGH PERFORMANCE Monday, 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, 5-6:30 p.m. PEAK PERFORMANCE Monday, 5-7 p.m. Thursday, 5-7 p.m. ELITE PERFORMANCE Monday, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, 6:30-8:30 p.m. MATCH PLAY Saturday Peak/Elite Performance Match Play 1:30-3 p.m. SATURDAY GREEN BALL/ HIGH-PERFORMANCE MATCH PLAY 3-4:30 p.m. For pricing and registration, visit mac-stl.org and navigate to Athletics > Tennis > Junior Tennis > Junior Tennis Class Registration. For more information, contact Conner Stevenson at cstevenson@ mac-stl.org.
ADULT TENNIS FALL SCHEDULE (SEPT. – DEC. 2022) For more information and class registration, visit mac-stl.org/AdultTennis. IMPROVERS CLINIC Session 1: Sept. 12-Oct. 24 Session 2: Oct. 31-Dec. 12 Monday, 9-10 a.m. MEN’S AND WOMEN’S DRILL Wednesday, 7:30-9 p.m. MEN’S 3.0 PRACTICE Thursday, 7-8:30 p.m. ADULT CARDIO TENNIS Monday, 12-1 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, 12-1 p.m. Thursday, 12-1 p.m. Friday, 10-11 a.m. Saturday, 8-9 a.m. SINGLES CLINIC Saturday, 9-10:30 a.m., starting Sept. 10
LADDER/MATCH-MAKER (All Levels of Play) Let us help you get started with match play with other members! Contact: Scott Stutz, 314-5394413, sstutz@mac-stl.org SILVER MEN’S 55+ TENNIS Monday Practice, 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday Matches, 1-2:30 p.m. (home) LADIES INTERCLUB PRACTICES Session 1: Sept. 6-Oct. 25 Session 2: Nov. 1-Dec. 15 Women’s 2.5: Wednesday, 9:30-11 a.m. Women’s 3.0: Thursday, 9:30-11 a.m. Women’s 3.5: Tuesday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Women’s 4.0: Wednesday, 9:30-11 a.m.
PLAYER ACCOMPLISHMENTS Preston Achter — Missouri High School State Champion (Spring 2022); Emily Kantrovitz — Class 3, Missouri High School State Singles Champion (Coach Max Shapiro); Ethan Laycob — Boys 12 U Singles Champion, L6 USTA Tournament (Coach Kim Steinmetz); Sonora McMachan — Girls 16U Singles Champion, L6 USTA Tournament (Coach Scott Stutz); Kennedy Sikebaken — Girls 18U Singles Champion, L6 USTA Tournament (Coach Scott Stutz). MAC 18 U INTERMEDIATE DISTRICT CHAMPIONS AND SECTIONAL QUALIFIERS! FRONT ROW (LEFT TO RIGHT): ALLIE WAYNE, ALICE KENNEDY, HADLEY ALLARIA, ASHLEY BEHAN. BACK ROW (LEFT TO RIGH): TATE WOJCIECHOWSKI, PAUL CASTLEMAN, LUCAS VON ALLMEN, ROCCO REGNIER, COACH MAX SHAPIRO
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MAC FALL BASKETBALL LEAGUE REGISTRATION Registration for the MAC’s Fall Basketball League will take place from Wednesday, Aug. 10, at 8 a.m. to Thursday, Sept. 1, at 4 p.m. This year, the Downtown Clubhouse will have two basketball leagues: F The Open league that will play on Monday and Tuesday nights F The Over 40 league that will play on Wednesday nights
DOWNTOWN ATHLETICS Labor Day Hours
Members can choose to participate in both leagues if they meet the age requirement for the Over 40 league. Contact Scott Mattingly at smattingly@mac-stl.org for more information or to register.
The Downtown Athletic Department will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5, due to the Labor Day holiday. It will reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 6, with regular hours.
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PLAY PI C KLEBAL L ! MONDAY PICKLEBALL LEAGUE The Missouri Athletic Club Pickleball League is designed to give participants competitive matches each Monday. Players will play three full games with randomly selected partners every week. Scores from each match will be recorded and tallied throughout the 10-week session. At the conclusion of the session, players will be seeded and placed in a bracket-style tournament according to their regular season results. A champion will be declared at the end of the tournament. Monday, 7-9 p.m. Sept. 12-Nov. 14 | $100
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JUNIOR PICKLEBALL Ages 12-17 Friday, 4-5:30 p.m. Session 1 | Sept. 9-Oct. 28 | $240 Session 2 | Nov. 4-Dec. 16 | $210 Ages 7-11 Friday, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Session 1 | Sept. 9-Oct. 28 | $160 Session 2 | Nov. 4-Dec. 16 | $140 All Ages Sunday, 1-3 p.m. Session 1 | Sept. 11-Oct. 28 | $240 Session 2 | Nov. 6-Dec. 11 | $180 Register online or contact Dave Fuhrig at dfuhrig@mac-stl.org.
AQ UA Z U M BA As things have heated up, the Missouri Athletic Club’s Zumba class moved to the pool! At the West Clubhouse, Members can attend Aqua Zumba on Tuesday and Friday mornings starting at 6:30 a.m. Aqua Zumba is a full-body, low-impact workout involving water weights and cardio activity set to music. This class is a great way to burn calories and hit the pool!
West Clubhouse | Tuesday and Friday | 6:30 a.m.
LEARN THE GAME OF SQUASH! Join squash pro Alex Ingham to practice and learn new skills this summer at the West Clubhouse. AUG. 1-5 AND AUG. 8-12 Beginner junior (ages 7-10) F 8:30-9:30 a.m. F Member $150 F Guest $200
MAC Junior Squash Trains in the British Virgin Islands The MAC squash junior program recently took summer training to the next level in the British Virgin Islands! The Dembiec and Cusumano families trained with MAC Squash Pro Alex Ingham, Adam Murrills (Former World #70 and National BVI Coach) and the Junior National Team. They also watched
an exhibition match between MAC Squash Pro Alex Ingham and Adam Murrills. Training included various unique experiences the island had to offer: hiking, pineapple picking, surfing and boating, all while exploring the island and learning its history.
J U N I O R S Q UA S H FA L L C L I N I C S AUG. 15 – DEC. 17 FUTURE STARS (AGES 7-11) Tuesday, 3:45-4:45 p.m. and Saturday, 1-2 p.m. F This is a great opportunity to introduce kids to a high-paced and strategic racquet sport! F Learn the basic technical stroke fundamentals, combined with fun games. F Equipment provided! HIGH-PERFORMANCE (AGES 11-15) Monday, 4:30-5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 4:30-5:30 p.m. and Saturday, 12-1 p.m. F These sessions focus on developing solid technical fundamentals, improving shot consistency, learning effective match tactics and fun games. F It is advised for players to take individual lessons at least once a week to fine-tune technique.
ELITE ACADEMY (AGES 14+) Tuesday, 4:45-5:45 p.m.; Thursday, 4:30-5:30 p.m. and Saturday, 2-3 p.m F These sessions focus on advanced drilling, racquet work, learning how to link shot combinations together, executing match tactics and mental preparation. F It is advised for players to take individual lessons at least once a week to fine-tune technique. *Coach will determine the appropriate training group. Spaces are limited. Contact Alex Ingham at aingham@ mac-stl.org to register.
Intermediate (ages 10-15) F 9:30-11 a.m. F Member $300 F Guest $400 Advanced (ages 14+) F 12:30-3:30 p.m. F Member $425 F Guest $525 To register, contact Alex Ingham at aingham@mac-stl.org.
INTERNATIONAL WORLD TOUR PRO SINGLES TOURNAMENT Presented by Mosby Building Arts Attend the upcoming International World Tour Pro Singles Tournament, held Sept. 20-24 at the West Clubhouse. MAC Squash Pro Alex Ingham will participate alongside 23 other players from around the world. If you would like to sponsor this event, please contact Alex for more details at aingham@mac-stl.org.
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MAC WELLNESS
Backpack Safety from SSM Health Physical Therapy
Is your child’s backpack too heavy? IN A STUDY CONDUCTED BY SPINE MAGAZINE: • 80 percent of surveyed children said their backpacks are heavy. • 65 percent felt their backpacks caused fatigue. • 46 percent said they had back pain due to a heavy load.
IF YOUR CHILD LEANS FORWARD TO CARRY A BACKPACK … IT’S TOO HEAVY! WHAT CAN YOU DO? • Load the heaviest items closest to the child’s back. • Arrange books so they won’t slide around in the backpack. • Check what your child carries to school and brings home; don’t carry things unnecessary to the day’s activities. • If the backpack is too loaded, your child can hand carry a book or other item. • Consider using a book bag on wheels if your child’s school allows it. • Use lightweight alternatives, for example, use pocket folders instead of a three-ring binder. Never let your child carry more than 15% of his or her body weight. This means a child who weighs 100 pounds shouldn’t carry a loaded backpack heavier than 15 pounds.
HOW TO PROPERLY WEAR A BACKPACK: • Both shoulder straps should always be worn. • Choose a backpack with wide, padded straps. • Do not sling the backpack over one shoulder. • The pack should fit snugly to the child’s back. • Adjust the straps so that the bottom of the pack rests in the curve of the lower back. • Don’t bend over, instead squat, using both knees and keep the back in its normal inward curve. • Never let the backpack rest more than four inches below the child’s waistline. • Wear the waist belt if the backpack has one to evenly distribute the weight. If your child complains of chronic neck and back pain, physical therapy can help. At SSM Health Physical Therapy, our physical therapists are trained to integrate strengthening exercises, posture education and manual techniques to help alleviate pain and keep your child moving!
Contact us for more information about the outpatient therapy services offered at SSM Health Physical Therapy, or to schedule a backpack screening!
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ACHIEVE FITNESS AND WELLNESS GOALS with Metabolic Testing Whenever the topic of cardio comes up, there always seems to be a difference of opinion. Many will ask, “How long should a cardio session last?” “How much is too much cardio?” “What is the best type of cardio?” The answers are crucial, as they will depend on what a person wants to achieve. For example, the answers will be drastically different for an individual wanting more aerobic capacity and overall output versus someone trying to drop body fat. Instead, Members should ask, “Do I need cardiovascular training for a sport or performance?” or “Do I need cardio for body composition changes?” For some, the
most effective cardio for retaining muscle is simply walking. HIIT (high-intensity interval training) done with extreme intensity is very effective for fat loss as well; the keyword is “extreme.” Often, the “middle ground,” or just doing cardio for the sake of doing cardio for long periods, can increase body fat due to burning muscle. The Missouri Athletic Club fitness staff can help determine where Members need to be through metabolic assessment. The active test will explain what heart rate zone is needed to burn carbs for endurance training, burn fat for body composition and
the amount of cardio needed. The resting metabolic test will explain how many calories are burned in a day at rest. The two tests help determine calorie restrictions or additions necessary to achieve fitness and wellness goals. The combination provides optimal results! For more information, please contact Paul Helfrich at 314-539-4453 or phelfrich@ mac-stl.org.
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I N S P I R I N G F U T U R E O LY M P I A N S On June 22, Missouri Athletic Club Campers attended Olympic Day at Washington University’s Francis Olympic Field, the site of the 1904 Olympic Games. To begin the program, six-time Olympic Medalist and MAC Member Jackie Joyner-Kersee
discussed the challenges she faced as a talented athlete growing up in East St. Louis. She motivated young attendees with the captivating stories that led to her remarkable athletic success. After a Q&A session, MAC Campers hit the track for some exercise
alongside Joyner-Kersee, as well as other St. Louis Olympians, including Lori Chalupny (2008 Olympic Gold Medalist on U.S. Women’s Soccer Team), Ty Keough (1980 U.S. Olympic Soccer Team) and Lou Vitucci (1964 U.S. Olympic Diving Team).
MAC MEMBER JACKIE JOYNER-KERSEE AND FELLOW OLYMPIANS LEAD THE GROUP AROUND THE TRACK; MAC CAMPERS WERE PROUD TO REPRESENT THE CLUB AT OLYMPIC DAY 2022; JACKIE JOYNER-KERSEE ENGAGES WITH THE YOUNG ATHLETES OF ST. LOUIS.
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Featuring the legends of the ring! THURSDAY, SEPT. 15 | 6 P.M. DOWNTOWN CLUBHOUSE
Back by popular demand, the most successful new MAC event of 2021 is returning bigger and better! Some of the biggest legends in wrestling history including Sgt. Slaughter, Jerry “the King” Lawler, “the Mouth of the South” Jimmy Hart, and “Cowboy” Bob Orton will be featured at MAC Wrestling Night II. The inaugural MAC Wrestling Night sold out in less than an hour, so don’t miss out on the exciting action this year. This fun event has all the elements that make boxing night so popular, including a great meal, drinks, camaraderie, plus all of the pageantry and drama that goes along with wrestling. This is the perfect night to entertain friends and business associates. You will be treated to exciting live matches in the ballroom, including a chain match and a battle royale in the main event!
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6 p.m. | Cocktail Reception 7 p.m. | Dinner 8 p.m. | Wrestling $175 per person, plus Club charge Online registration is required.
Registration opens at 10 a.m. on Aug. 3.
THE LEGENDS OF THE RING “THE MOUTH OF THE SOUTH” JIMMY HART Jimmy Hart is one of the most successful managers in the history of wrestling. Known for his trademark megaphone and gift of gab, Hart managed many of the greats in the sport including Hulk Hogan, King Kong Bundy, “Macho Man” Randy Savage, Bret “the Hitman” Hart. Prior to his prolific career as a wrestling manager, Hart was a member of the rock band the Gentrys, best known for their 1965 Top five hit “Keep on Dancing.” “COWBOY” BOB ORTON Wrestling has been the family business for the Orton family. Cowboy Bob’s father, Bob Sr., had a successful career in the ring and his son Randy is currently one of the biggest stars in the sport with the WWE. Orton was one of the biggest stars in the WWF in the 1980s and participated in the first two WrestleMania events. In 2005, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.
SGT. SLAUGHTER For more than three decades, adorned in sunglasses, a campaign hat and military fatigues, Sgt. Slaughter was one of the biggest stars of wrestling. Alternating between hero and villain throughout his career, Slaughter fought in countless legendary matches in the AWA, NWA and WWF. He is a WWE Hall of Famer who won the championship and headlined WrestleMania VII in 1991. JERRY “THE KING” LAWLER “The King” made his wrestling debut in his hometown of Memphis. In the early 1980s, Lawler was embroiled in a feud with comedian Andy Kaufman that attracted national media attention. He moved to the WWF in the early 1990s and resumed a feud with Jimmy Hart, which dated back more than a decade earlier in Memphis. Lawler has also made a name for himself as one of the premier commentators in wrestling. AUGUST 2022 F 25
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MARKETING
MINUTE
with Jaymie Hauversburk
As many of you have probably noticed from last month’s issue with the Big Wide Sky branding update, things are starting to take off here at the Missouri Athletic Club with this long, thoughtout and strategically-planned branding initiative. Our Vision is to be the foremost private club in St. Louis known for attracting exceptional people and enriching lives for generations. Our Mission is to create extraordinary experiences in all aspects of Club life in the spirit of excellence, service and tradition. I have met so many of you already and am looking forward to continuing to get to know every face and family member of our exceptional staff and Members alike. It is all of you that make this historic Platinum Club what it is today. I am so thankful to be part of this community. WHAT WE’VE BEEN UP TO BEHIND THE SCENES: We are excited to share we have been working on a brand-new portfolio of classic, timeless photos, new Vision and Mission videos and overall collateral throughout all aspects of the Club. Note the new Jack Buck Grille menus that will make an appearance in the next couple of weeks! We are working diligently to make sure all things MAC across all outlets and both Clubhouses, align with not only our rich history, but the present Member’s, families and staff experience, and more importantly, where we are headed! Enriching lives for generations with each one of you! An exciting journey that will bring every aspect of YOUR Club alive! The purpose is to showcase the space the MAC provides, where personal potential and remarkable memories can be realized. Check out the Cherry Diamond magazine for all things Marketing and Membership-related. I and my door are always open to accepting all forms of feedback, so if we happen to cross paths, I urge each of you to share your thoughts and ideas with me or any one of us on this incredibly talented team. While you’re out and about at either Clubhouse or the many events, we invite you to tag the MAC (@macstlouis) in your social media posts so we can all experience what’s happening in and around the Club and not miss out on any of the fun! Cheers!
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MAC at the Fox SEPT. 2022-MAY 2023
Enjoy a night on the town with MAC by attending one of seven shows at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Price includes a premier theater ticket, coach transportation, three-course dinner at the Downtown Clubhouse and Club charge. Dates are subject to change. A jacket and tie are recommended. The schedule and price listed below apply to each show. For reservations, call Katie Maurer at 314-539-4402.
Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations – Thursday, Sept. 29 Hadestown – Thursday, Oct. 20 Disney’s FROZEN – Thursday, Nov. 10 SIX – Thursday, Feb. 2 To Kill a Mockingbird – Thursday, March 9 Tootsie – Thursday, March 30 Jesus Christ Superstar – Thursday, May 18
5:15 p.m. | Dinner 6:50 p.m. | Depart for the Fox 7:30 p.m. | Show $150 per person, inclusive
P R ES E N T I N G T H E 2022-2023
MAC Board of Governors FRONT ROW: (L TO R) STEVEN ALBART (TREASURER), TRACY BECKETTE (FIRST VICE PRESIDENT), BRENT BEUMER (PRESIDENT), JUSTIN FOWLER (SECOND VICE PRESIDENT) AND CHRIS SWANK (SECRETARY). SECOND ROW: (L TO R) MARK MCCLANAHAN, NEAL PERRYMAN, CARTER ALEXANDER, MARK NIEMEYER AND CHERI MCLAUGHLIN. THIRD ROW: (L TO R) JODI PETERSEN, TIM MAYNARD, TOM DANKENBRING, JEFF WEHMER AND GARY SEXTRO.
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Annual Veterans Day Commemoration Calls for Nominations Save the Date! This year’s Veterans Day Commemoration event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 10, at the Downtown Clubhouse. At this annual event, the MAC will honor the Veteran of the Year, a retired or former member of the U.S. military from the St. Louis area who demonstrates support of veterans and the U.S. in everyday life, and who serves as a role model for other citizens. If you know a deserving veteran, nominate him or her for Veteran of the Year. The Veterans Day Committee will review the nominations and select the individual to receive the award based on the criteria listed on the nomination form. To nominate
an individual, complete the nomination form located online under Member Central > Member Documents and submit to Katie Maurer by Friday, Aug. 19. The Veterans Committee is seeking Members who are interested in the Veterans’ Award Program. The Missouri Veterans Recognition Program authorized the Missouri National Guard Adjutant General to procure and present, as a token of the appreciation of the state, a medal to each member of the National Guard of Missouri who served with a Missouri unit and veterans who served in the armed forces during World War I, World War
II, Korean and Vietnam Wars. For more information, contact Katie Maurer at kmaurer@mac-stl.org.
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Members and their families celebrated Independence Day at the 139th America’s Birthday Parade. To start the day, families and friends gathered in the Sportsman’s Club for a pre-parade 28 F CHERRY DIAMOND
breakfast. With full bellies, Members and their families walked to the MAC float to ride in the parade, hand out soccer stress balls to the crowd and showcase MAC camaraderie in its truest form.
HONORING Exceptional WOMEN LILIAN DOAN DAVIS Throughout her career, Polsinelli Shareholder Lilian Davis has helped private and public corporations, individuals and municipalities identify and address potential liabilities within employment law. She counsels clients on management, compliance, and regulatory issues and litigates employment. Outside of the office, Lilian has immersed herself in her adopted hometown of St. Louis through community service, focusing on organizations dedicated to women and diversity and inclusion in the field of law. She has been deeply involved with Girls on the Run St. Louis and the Missouri Asian American Bar Association for more than a decade.
LAURNA GODWIN For 40-plus years, Laurna Godwin has been using her communications skills to educate and engage people on issues affecting how they live, work and play. She is a three-time Emmy award-winning broadcast journalist who today is the Owner/President of Vector Communications Corporation, an engagement and communications consulting firm. Prior to co-creating Vector in 1998, Laurna spent nearly 20 years as a television news anchor, reporter and talk show host. As a civic volunteer, she has chaired and served on several nonprofit, educational, and corporate boards. A New Jersey native, Laurna earned her undergraduate degree from Princeton University, and her Master’s in journalism from Columbia University.
DR. CHRISTINE JACOBS Christine Jacobs, M.D., F.A.A.F.P., is Dean and Vice President for Medical Affairs at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Jacobs graduated from Vanderbilt School of Medicine and completed a family
Since 2011, the Missouri Athletic Club has annually honored six women from the St. Louis region who have demonstrated tremendous vision in business/ professional, civic engagement, philanthropic programs and mentorship. On Oct. 7, the MAC will continue the tradition of honoring six women from the community and one Rising Star at the Women of Distinction Luncheon. Congratulations to the 2022 Women of Distinction honorees!
medicine residency at Brown University. Her career includes 30 years of academic medicine and the creation of the SLU Family Medicine Residency to train physicians to care for underserved patients and communities. Her commitment to health equity, her passion for medical education, and her dedication to the rigor of scientific inquiry motivate her work at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Jacobs is Board Certified in Family Medicine and Geriatrics.
TAMARA KEEFE Tamara Keefe is the founder and Flavor Temptress of St. Louis-based Clementine’s Naughty and Nice Ice Cream. Tamara has always had a deep passion for ice cream and what it represents: family, community and moments of connection. Keefe has over 25 years of experience working across global brands in the consumer packaged goods industry with a focus in strategy, brand management, consumer insights and innovation. Locally, Tamara is a board member of the St. Louis Civic Pride Foundation and a member of the EO Entrepreneurs Organization, serving as MyEO Chair (2019, 2020, 2021), helping businesses grow and thrive.
NANCY MEYER Nancy Meyer is a proud St. Louisan and enjoys all St. Louis has to offer – a sense of community, awesome sports, hiking, biking and arts. She has had the pleasure of spending 32 years with Dierbergs Markets, Inc. in a variety of store and Human Resources leadership roles. Every day, she feels she has the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people around her. Nancy has been married for 37 years and is the proud parent of two adult children. Being a mom has truly been one of the greatest joys in her life.
DR. MARGARET REYNOLDS (RISING STAR) Margaret Reynolds was raised in Belleville, IL. She attended Medical School at Weill Cornell Medical College with subsequent training in Ophthalmology/ Pediatric Ophthalmology at Mayo Clinic, MN, and Washington University in St. Louis, MO. She presently cares for children with eye conditions at St. Louis Children’s Hospital with a special interest in children with low vision. Her greatest joy is her husband, Daniel, and her three children. She also continues to work for an NGO that she co-founded in 2007 called NETwork Against Malaria, which has distributed over 40,000 mosquito nets to school-going children and is currently updating/building a hospital in Katulikire, Uganda.
CAROL ROGERS Carol L. Rogers began her career at E.F. Hutton in 1976, becoming a vice president and member of the Chairman’s Council. She founded Rogers & Company Wealth Management in 1986, and in 2017 became a partner of Hightower Wealth Advisors. Rogers serves as advisor for the Rogers Wealth Advisors Charitable Foundation, providing inner city scholarships primarily to Marian Middle School, Girls Inc. and Maur Hill-Mount Academy. Rogers previously served on the Board of Directors for the National Association of Security Professionals in Washington DC, mentoring, and promoting women and minorities on Wall Street.
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MAC SPORTS FOUNDATION GOLF TOURNAMENT Now Accepting Donations POWERED BY MUNGENAST ST. LOUIS ACURA AND ALTON TOYOTA
This year’s golf tournament on Aug. 29 at Glen Echo Country Club will help support the MAC Sports Foundation. Although golf play sold out quickly, Members are encouraged to join the golfers for dinner and an auction with auctioneer Tom Ackerman. Live auction items include private dinners by Executive Chef Bart Philipps and West Clubhouse Chef Charles Williams, tickets to the Fabulous Fox, golf packages, St. Louis Cardinals packages and so much more! Sponsorship opportunities are still available, and auction donations will be accepted until Aug. 12. For more information, contact Katie Maurer at kmaurer@mac-stl.org or 314-539-4402.
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MAC Speaker Series THE
BOB O’LOUGHLIN
Presented by Enterprise Bank & Trust
Wednesday, Aug. 24 | 5:30 p.m. Downtown Clubhouse 5:30 p.m. | Cocktail Reception 6:30 p.m. | Dinner 7:30 p.m. | Program Members and Guests: $95 MAC Associate Members: $75 Students: $35
Robert F. O’Loughlin, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lodging Hospitality Management (LHM), has managed some of the industry’s top properties and has directed regional hotel operations throughout the country. In this installment of the MAC Speaker Series, O’Loughlin will discuss the beginnings of LHM in St. Louis, the future of the company and his visions for St. Louis and the surrounding region. Business attire is required. Online reservations are required. If you’re interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact Katie Maurer at kmaurer@mac-stl.org.
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Mark your calendars for the upcoming MAC Happy Hours. In addition to serving up great drink specials, BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY these events are a great opportunity to meet new members and introduce friends and colleagues to the Club. No reservations are required. Carl W. Winters West (Poolside) DowntownFULL SERVICE AGENCY Wednesday, June 25 Saturday, June 14 Apparel & Incentives Wednesday, July 23 Products Motivation Saturday, July 12 Promotional Thursday, Aug. 14Corporate Gifts Saturday, Aug. 23 5-8 p.m. 1:30-4:30 p.m.
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For advertising rates, and to reserve your spot in o: an314-775-0671 upcoming issue, contact c: Becky 314-749-5854 Rasmussen at brasmussen@mac-stl.org 10805 Sunset Office Dr., St. Louis, MO 63127 or 314-539-4447. Andrewfrancis@kw.com Optical https://www.andrewafrancis.com/ SUNSET HILLS Nobody cares for eyes more than Pearle.
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For advertising rates and details, contact Marina Fanning rkoelz@missourigeneral.com at 314-539-4447 or mfanning@mac-stl.org. Vacation Rental
DELUXE Lake of the Ozarks Condo 1/3 LLC Interest The Falls @ the 2-mile marker, 2.5 bdms, 2 bath, plus 27’ Pursuit Danali cruiser, dock & lift, garage, pools. Top deck, easy access, GREAT VIEW! A Family relax condo.
LIVE MUSIC AT THE MAC!
Jack Priesmeyer Owner
10742 Sunset Hills Plaza – 314-965-EYES (3937)
(located across Watson from the Viking Inn next to St. Louis Bread Co. on Lindbergh)
Call Mike at 314-749-1588
Relax and unwind at the 1903 bar on Saturday, Aug. 20 from 6-8 p.m. Members will be treated to live music by St. Louis’ Riley Holtz. First come first serve, so be sure to save the date! 32 F CHERRY DIAMOND
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1 Erica Ackerman stands proud with her Sportsmanship Award. 2 Debbie Liefer, Don Nies, Mike Vonz and Don McLean enjoy a spirited game of bridge. 3 Members have a
blast on the Cardinals shuttle with Driver Stan “the Man” Joseph. 4 MAC Puffins Maggie and Ryan Burns are enjoying the summer sun. 5 MAC Campers cool off with help from the West County Fire Department. 6 & 7 Siblings Elora and Mark Wallis III received their first haircuts at the Downtown Clubhouse Barbershop with proud parents Annmarie and Mark by their sides.
THE ACURA INTEGRA RETURNS The 2023 Integra returns one of the brand’s most iconic nameplates to the Acura lineup, delivering a premium, exhilarating driving experience and a sleek liftback design to a new generation of enthusiast drivers. A premium sport compact inspired by the fun-to-drive spirit of previous Integras, the all-new model is on sale now with a starting price of $31,895, to become the new performance gateway of the Acura brand.
Class-leading technology includes standard 10.2-inch Acura Precision Cockpit™ digital gauge cluster and available 16-speaker ELS STUDIO 3D® premium audio system
ORDER YOUR NEW INTEGRA TODAY!
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