Missouri Athletic Club, Cherry Diamond, May 2023

THE MAC

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Limited-Edition 120th Anniversary Merchandise

As the Missouri Athletic Club continues to celebrate its 120th anniversary, the West Clubhouse is now offering a limited-edition gift set featuring two commemorative glasses and a bottle of Keeper’s Heart Irish-American Whiskey!

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Board of Governors Candidates

Members can learn about the candidates running for the upcoming Board of Governors class. Electronic voting begins Monday, May 1 and on-site voting at the Downtown Clubhouse begins Thursday, May 4.

28 Pool Hours

Summer is right around the corner! The West Clubhouse has released the upcoming pool schedule for Members and guests.

32 College Basketball Awards

On Wednesday, April 12, the Missouri Room was filled with the best in college basketball at the USBWA College Basketball Awards. Read more about the winners and Bill Walton’s visit to the Downtown Clubhouse.

DEPARTMENTS

ON THE COVER

The Missouri Athletic Club has been known for attracting exceptional people since its inception. Take a look at the numerous influential figures that have stepped foot in the Club throughout many years of banquets, award ceremonies and celebrations.

MISSOURI ATHLETIC CLUB

Founded in 1903

MAY 2023

Cherry Diamond Staff

Publisher – Brent Beumer

Director of Communications – Jim Wilson

Content Marketing Manager – Caitlin Demaree-Dyer

Communication Coordinator – Caitlin Brenner

Communication Strategist – Monica Ryan

Graphic Design – Lilyann Rice

General Manager – Wallace L. Smith

To advertise, contact Caitlin Demaree-Dyer at 314-539-4447 or cdemaree@mac-stl.org.

The Cherry Diamond Vol. 117/No. 5 (USPS: 102-560) is published monthly by the Missouri Athletic Club, 405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102, (314) 231-7220.

Subscription - $50 per year, subject to sales tax.

PERIODICAL POSTAGE PAID AT ST. LOUIS, MO. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Cherry Diamond, 405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102

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

Mark McClanahan, Cheri McLaughlin, Mark Niemeyer, Aaron Pawlitz, Neal Perryman

Class of 2025

Tom Dankenbring, Tim Maynard, Jodi Petersen, Gary Sextro, Jeff Wehmer

UPCOMING EVENTS

MAY 4

2023 Board of Governors Election DT

Visit the Downtown Clubhouse and welcome the new class of Governors at the 2023 Club Election!

7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. | In-person voting

3-6 p.m. | Gauntlet hours

7-7:30 p.m. | Dinner buffet and election announcement

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Father-Daughter Banquet DT

Enjoy father-daughter time at the annual banquet with dinner, music, dancing, photos, balloon artists and carriage rides. Business attire is required.

5-6:15 p.m. | Reception in Art Lounge

6:30-7:30 p.m. | Dinner in Missouri Ballroom

7:30-9 p.m. | Dancing in Missouri Ballroom

Reservations for carriage rides are required, the cost is $10 per person. Email downtownevents@mac-stl.org or call 314-539-4470.

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Kentucky Derby Party W

Wear your Kentucky Derby best for a viewing party! Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, games, race viewing and live entertainment by singer Riley Holtz.

3 p.m. | Cocktails (signature bar)

5:30 p.m. | Race viewing

$30 per person

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Mother’s Day Brunch DT W

Enjoy a delicious Mother’s Day brunch at either Clubhouse. Visit mac-stl.org/events to see available time slots.

Professional family photos will be available for purchase at the Downtown Clubhouse brunch.

10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Adults: $39.95, plus Club charge

Children (5-12): $16.95, plus Club charge

Children 4 and under: Gratis

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Adults & Children (12 and up): $41.95, plus Club charge Children (11 and under): $29.95, plus Club charge

MAC Speaker Series: The Future of Technology in St. Louis DT

Hear from Jim McKelvey on the future of technology in St. Louis. The co-founder of Block, Inc. and St. Louis native is the author of The Innovation Stack.

5:30 p.m. | Cocktail reception

6:30 p.m. | Dinner

7:30 p.m. | Program

$95 for Adults

$75 for Associates

$35 for Students

JUNE

16 MAC High School Senior All-Star Soccer Games – Off-site

Powered by Mungenast

The MAC will host the 2023 High School Senior AllStar Soccer Games at Soccer Park in Fenton! The games will feature the top male and female soccer players in the St. Louis area. Tickets will be sold at the gate.

6 p.m. | Girls game

8 p.m. | Boys game

Adults: $7

Students: $5

Father’s Day Brunch W

Enjoy brunch with the family at the West Clubhouse to celebrate Father’s Day.

10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Adults: $39.95, plus Club charge

Children (5-12): $14.95, plus Club charge

Children 4 and under: Gratis

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DT 314-539-4470 F W 314-539-4490

mac-stl.org/events

Members must cancel reservations 72 hours prior to the event to avoid a charge of 33% of applicable price. No-shows will be charged in full. Cancellations must be made online or by contacting the MAC Catering Department. All events held in the Missouri Room require business attire unless otherwise specified.

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT I

will start my last Cherry Diamond column in a manner similar to my first column in June 2022 by saying that it has been an absolute honor and privilege to serve as the 107th President of the Missouri Athletic Club. During the past year, the MAC and our Members have greatly benefited from the leadership, ingenuity and expertise of my fellow third year Governors: First Vice President, Tracey Beckette; Second Vice President, Justin Fowler; Treasurer, Steve Albart; and Secretary, Chris Swank. I thank these gentlemen for their friendship, sound counsel and unwavering support.

I also thank my fellow Governors from the secondyear class. Later this month, the leadership of the Board will transition to President-elect Neal Perryman and his classmates, Cheri McLaughlin, Mark McClanahan, Mark Niemeyer and newly appointed Governor Aaron Pawlitz. The Club could not ask for a more capable, thoughtful and dedicated group of leaders.

Similarly, I thank the first-year class of Tom Dankenbring, Jodi Pederson, Tim Maynard, Gary Sextro and Jeff Wehmer for being proactive, involved members of the BOG from the start. You have made great contributions to a variety of projects and task forces, including taking the lead in planning our outstanding 120th Anniversary Gala.

A comprehensive list of all the accomplishments of the 2022-2023 Board of Governors is beyond the scope of this column. However, I point to: i) completing capital projects in the Jack Buck Grille, the 1903 Dining Room and the West banquet facilities; ii) a successful unwinding of the Club’s legacy pension plan, iii) embracing civic engagement initiatives, particularly the gym restoration project at the Youth and Family Center; and iv) a renewed focus on Member engagement and Member experience, as a few examples of the Club’s achievements during the past year. I am confident that President-elect Perryman and his “team” will hit the ground running, and I know they will continue to develop and complete projects and initiatives that will provide extraordinary Member experiences.

Although I have enjoyed the title of Club President, the true leader of our Club and the person ultimately responsible for putting words into action is our outstanding CEO and GM Wally Smith. I thank Wally for his patience and understanding in answering questions, listening to ideas and showing me the ropes of the Club business. I am grateful for the time that we have spent together, and I value his mentorship and more importantly his friendship. Wally, thank you again for 12-plus years of service to the MAC. You will be sorely missed when you retire at the end of August.

In connection with Wally’s pending retirement, the BOG and the Search Committee have been hard at work

identifying the next leader of our Club. I am pleased to report that after a comprehensive, nationwide search and a thorough vetting and preliminary interview process, we have identified three (3) extremely qualified candidates who will be visiting the Club in the month of May for final interviews. We are on track for the Search Committee to make its recommendation to the BOG and for the BOG to authorize the extension of an offer for employment to the selected candidate at our last scheduled BOG meeting on May 18. Rest assured that we will continue to keep our Members up-to-date and informed as our GM search comes to a conclusion.

The month of May is always an important and exciting time of year at the Club as we will elect a new class to the Board of Governors. I urge you to take the time to get to know the candidates and to attend the election on the evening of Thursday, May 4. Election night at the Club is a great tradition and I guarantee that you will have a very fun evening.

Before I wrap up by recognizing the Club’s outstanding staff members, I would be remiss If I did not thank my beautiful, talented, brilliant and extremely patient wife, Ashley, for her love and support during this past year. In complete candor, serving as President of the BOG has been extremely rewarding and fulfilling, but it does demand a significant amount of time and attention. I quite simply could not have done it without Ashley’s assistance and encouragement.

Finally, I would like to thank our entire MAC Staff for your support and assistance during my time as President. You have gone out of your way to lend a helpful hand and to welcome my family and I to the Club with a warm smile and a kind greeting. I specifically want to thank Gena Willis. It is not a stretch to say the Board of Governors and our various committees would not function without Gena’s timeliness and attention to detail in preparing agendas, coordinating meeting times and locations, and serving as recording secretary. I also want to recognize and acknowledge the work of Jim Wilson, Monica Ryan and the other members of the Club’s communications team. Thank you for all your work in editing my musings and keeping me on deadline!

Although my time as President is coming to an end, I promise to do all that I can to continue to serve and support our wonderful Club.

I look forward to continuing to see you all at the Club!

Brent Beumer, President Missouri Athletic Club

MAC FOUNDATIONS CORNER

Leaving a Legacy

HAVE YOU TAKEN YOUR “RMDs” YET FOR 2023?

Anyone 73 years of age or older is required to take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) from their tax-deferred accounts (IRAs and 401k) by December 31, 2023, and pay taxes on the distribution.

BUT THERE IS A WAY TO AVOID PAYING TAXES!

You can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your IRAs to your favorite charities and avoid taxation

The MAC Sports Foundation is a 501(c)(3) entity and is eligible to receive Qualified Charitable Distributions!

Why not decide right now to save taxes this year and help the MAC Sports Foundation or the Charitable Society for Children at the same time?

A QCD is an excellent tax-saving vehicle, but there are rules to be understood and followed.

To find out more about Qualified Charitable Distributions and other giving opportunities, please contact:

LARRY ABSHEER (“LA”) Director of Advancement 314-604-3890 or labsheer@mac-stl.org

We appreciate your generosity ... it matters!

LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER

There is never a dull moment at the Missouri Athletic Club. The Club has been attracting exceptional people throughout its 120-year history, and in April, basketball legend Bill Walton was here for the USBWA College Basketball Awards, and I got to hang out with him for a couple of days.

The thing I love about the MAC is the characters I get to meet. Walton was certainly entertaining on and off the stage. He was so gracious with all our Members, taking photos, signing autographs, and telling stories. After the ceremony, Members and I enjoyed his company in the Jack Buck Grille until we shut it down. Walton promised he would be the last one there and he was! During the special evening, I also had the honor of meeting Purdue’s Zach Edey, the winner of the Men’s Player of the Year Oscar Robertson Trophy. The event was an extraordinary experience for all who attended.

and the Taylor family have stepped up to do something truly special for the city by bringing us this fabulous soccer stadium. Meanwhile, the Cardinals, a mainstay in the St. Louis community, just started their 2023 campaign.

As a reminder, our shuttle service is always a great way to get to these fun city events. Park in the Downtown garage with 24/7 security, grab dinner inside the Clubhouse, then hop on the shuttle to and from your game of choice.

Looking ahead, we have a great new partnership with World Wide Technology Raceway! We have some awesome friends over there. Members will have access to the Enjoy Illinois 300 NASCAR Cup Series race on June 4. The MAC shuttle will transport Members to and from the track just over the river in Madison, Illinois.

Our Club is a place where families come together! We hosted so many excellent families at both of our Clubhouses for Easter celebrations, and we look forward to continuing this tradition at our upcoming Mother’s Day Brunches and Father-Daughter Banquet.

Shout out to Chairman Aaron Pawlitz for lining up a star-studded awards ceremony! His passion for college basketball shined throughout the night. This exciting event filled with legends will continue for years to come, turning into another one of the MAC’s amazing traditions.

Speaking of great people, MAC Executive Assistant Gena Willis just celebrated her 10-year anniversary at the Club. She is the rock star behind the scenes. She keeps it all together. She keeps the Board on track, staff on track, and the hardest job of all, keeping me on track!

There is always something fun going on in and around the MAC! It’s great to see some new activity in the city. The Downtown Clubhouse has been buzzing with Members going to CITY SC and Battlehawks games. Jim Kavanaugh

These traditions have been enriching MAC Members’ lives for generations and as we celebrate the 120th anniversary of our extraordinary Club, there is some topof-the-line merchandise available at both Clubhouses to commemorate the year. Some of these include a collared Nike Dri-Fit shirt with the 120 MAC logo embroidered on it, a Nike hat, and an exclusive whiskey bundle with commemorative glasses etched with the 120 logo.

The MAC is all about fun, and with summer knocking at our door, the West Clubhouse is excited to open the pool and greet kids for a multitude of camps. Remember to also take full advantage of our Dual Membership Program with Glen Echo Country Club. The course is already in great shape for this time of year. The staff is out there and ready to welcome you with open arms.

See you at the Club!

Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club

WELCOME

Maxwell Cannon of Thompson Street Capital Partners

Scott DeClue-Stewart of Rejis Commission and Laura DeClue-Stewart

Timothy Durbin of Private Wealth and Kelly Durbin of Villa Duchesne

Caley Long of Ascension Health and Sean Long of Confluence Investment Management

Peter Neidorff of Gateway Community Connections

New Members from February

Dr. Deepika Polineni of St. Louis Children’s Hospital and Dr. Nirmal Veeramachaneni of SSM/St. Louis U

John Paul Saracino of Bartolino’s Family of Restaurants

Aryan Weisenfeld of the US Patent and Trademark Office and Ge Song of Whole Foods Market

Derek White of the United States Army

Open House PROSPECTIVE MEMBER

Referrals from Members are the best way to grow our Membership. The Missouri Athletic Club will open its doors to those interested in joining the Club! Members are invited to bring a new, prospective Member to tour the Club, meet other Members, sample our cuisine and learn more about the benefits of joining the only Platinum City Club in St. Louis. The Missouri Athletic Club Prospective Member Open House occurs on the second Thursday of every month from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Downtown Clubhouse.

SAVE THE DATES: May 11 | Downtown Clubhouse June 8 | Downtown Clubhouse

Club Members can register online or RSVP to Will Johnston at wjohnston@mac-stl.org.

A TOAST TO A 120-YEAR TRADITION

Toast to 120 years with the MAC’s exclusive whiskey bundle! Available now at the Pro Shop at the West Clubhouse, this limited-edition gift set features a bottle of Keeper’s Heart Irish-American Whiskey and two commemorative glasses etched with the iconic 120thanniversary logo.

Perfect for collectors and connoisseurs alike, the whiskey bundle is the ultimate way to savor the rich heritage of our beloved Club. Indulge in this expertly distilled whiskey’s smooth and complex flavors while admiring the elegant craftsmanship of the commemorative glasses that celebrate the MAC’s milestone anniversary.

Take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of MAC history. Supplies are limited, so hurry and grab your whiskey bundle today for just $75. Raise a glass to a cherished past, present and future with the MAC 120th anniversary whiskey bundle.

Live Music AT

WEST

The MAC is excited to announce the West Clubhouse will be hosting live music every Thursday starting May 4 through the end of summer! Visit the 1903 Dining Room and Bar on Thursdays to enjoy discounted appetizers during live performances.

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MEET THE CANDIDATES

2023 BOARD OF GOVERNOR ELECTION

Balloting for the election of five (5) members to serve the regular term of three (3) years on the Board of Governors will take place in the Downtown Clubhouse on Thursday, May 4, 2023. You may cast your vote electronically by logging into the MAC website any time after 8 a.m. on Monday, May 1, 2023 or in person, undisturbed, on May 4, between 7 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Downtown Clubhouse (prior to gauntlet hours). If you are not able to attend the election and wish to cast a paper ballot, you may request a mail-in Absentee Ballot, which must be received in the Downtown Clubhouse no later than 5 p.m. on May 4. However, to participate in the revelry with your fellow Members, you’re invited to cast your ballot at the Downtown Clubhouse in the Art Lounge

from 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 4, 2023. Only Resident, Fellowship, Emeritus and Associate Members in good standing and not in arrears are permitted to vote. Absentee ballot votes and paper ballot votes must be cast on the Official Ballot. No ballot will be counted that is marked with more or less than five names. The five candidates receiving the most votes will be elected. Don’t forget to sign the yellow card if you are voting with a paper ballot.

The Downtown Clubhouse will serve a complimentary buffet dinner on Election Day from 5-8 p.m. for all voting Members in the following locations: Eads Room and Missouri Room. Election winners will be announced in the Missouri Room as soon as results become available.

Charles Baine

PERSONAL

Charles J. Baine

526 Angenette Ave. Kirkwood, MO 63122

Birth date: 02/08/1965

Spouse: Heather Baine

Children: Whitney, Nicholas & Emily

BUSINESS

Position: Vice President

Company: BOS Insurance Agency (Bank of Springfield)

Address: 7730 Carondelet Ave Suite 200 Clayton, MO 63105

EDUCATION

High School: Chaminade College Prep

University: University of Missouri – St. Louis

Other: University of Stirling, Stirling Scotland UK

MAC

Joined: 03/30/2001

Activites: Business Development Group, Club Life Committee, Classic’s & Cocktails Founder and Organizer (work out daily at West)

Activities & Associations relevant to qualification: Board Member National Museum of Transportation, Board Member Fred M. Kemp Foundation/KempLake. org (active in Loaves & Fishes, Thrive St. Louis and Ste Genevive Du Bois Acts Retreat for Men

STATEMENT

I have been affiliated with the club since I took Saturday morning classes as a child. My family has been and continues to be active and supportive at all levels. I learned teamwork and accountability working with kids from all over the Bi-State region. These lessons are as important today as they were then. They helped craft an approach to servant leadership that is imperative in todays economy. I have had the good fortune to raise my three children at the club. They have made life long friends and learned lessons that they carry into their professional lives.

I have used my ability to network, motivate, & educate to bring people together and to help expand membership and retention at the club. I truly believe that as members we are the “value added” secret to the clubs enduring success.

I am excited to share my passion for the MAC and its commitment to continuing to being the premiere athletic, dining, & social club in St Louis. Thank you for your support.

Carrie Burggraf

PERSONAL

Carolyn R Burggraf, (Carrie) 7547 Wellington Way, Unit 3C, Clayton, MO 63105 DOB: 3/21/1963

Spouse: Single Children: Seth, Nate, Ty

BUSINESS

Business Consultant

Wide Awake Business

Address: 1650 Lucerne Street, Suite 201, Minden, NV 89423-4312

Nature of Business: Sales Training & Consulting for small to medium-sized businesses

EDUCATION

High School: Philip Barbour High School, Philippi, WV College/University: Alderson-Broaddus University: BA/Technical Writing, BS/Phys Asst Graduate School: Alderson-Broaddus University: MS in Rural Primary Care

Other Secondary Education: Sandler Sales Training Certified

MAC

Joined: May 17, 2018

Activities:

Business Development Group 2017 to present Women’s Initiative Group, Women of Distinction Cochair 2019, Sponsorship Chair 2020, 2021, 2022, WOD Sponsor 2019, 2020

Toastmasters President 2019-2021, and Secretary of Education 2019 to present Membership Committee 2018 to present Planning Committee 2020 to present Gala Committee 2019

Sponsor, Charitable Society Golf Tournament, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022

MAC-USBA Ambassador Group 2022-2023 Served on the campaigns of multiple candidates 2020, 2021, and 2022

STATEMENT

I am humbled to be nominated to run for the Board of Governors for the MAC. My core belief is that I strongly represent the member’s experience when it comes to using every asset of the club, from the fitness facilities, offices, event spaces, nail salon, dining areas, and more. I am involved with several committees. My strong background in Business Development and Sales would be valuable as well. As a connector, I have made hundreds of connections for fellow members and non-members alike. My ability to bring events to the MAC (personal, professional, and networking alike), as well as supporting many potential, new, and existing members, and board candidates on their MAC journey, and sponsoring multiple annual MAC events shows my commitment to the club. The MAC is truly part of my everyday life.

Adrian Di Bisceglie

PERSONAL

Adrian Michael Di Bisceglie

3005 Salena Street, St. Louis, MO 63118

DOB: 12/24/54

Spouse/Partner: Kimberly Grana

Children: Annie Parker, Michael Di Bisceglie

BUSINESS

Position: Professor of Internal Medicine

Company: Saint Louis University

Address: 1402 South Grand Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63104

Name of Business: Medical Education, Research and Health Care

Consultant in the biotech industry working with companies (CMO at HighTide Therapeutics) to develop new treatments for liver diseases

EDUCATION

High School: Dawnview High, Germiston, South Africa

Medical School: University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa

Post-Graduate education and qualifications (selected): Internal Medicine residency

Fellowship in Hepatology, NIH, Bethesda, MD

Board certified in Internal Medicine and Transplant Hepatology

MAC

Joined: 2016

Committee Memberships

Planning Committee

Membership Committee

Community Engagement Task Force

Regular activities: Racquetball, Yoga, Book Club, Art Society, Wine Society

Other: Military History Club, club dining, pool, gym

STATEMENT

Although I have lived in St Louis nearly 30 years, it was only when I joined the MAC that I began to meet people from outside the medical profession and to truly feel at home. I therefore fully endorse the MAC mission to be “enriching lives for generations”. My daughter and son-in-law have become members and I will work to let others have this same feeling of family at the MAC. My service on MAC committees and my leadership roles at SLU and other organizations have given me extensive governance experience in working with board members and staff leadership as well as a deep understanding of strategic planning and fiscal management.

Michael Kozeny

PERSONAL

Michael Kozeny

82 San Marino Parkway

Fenton, MO 63026

Birth date: 7/10/72

Children: Vivien (18)

BUSINESS

Vice President

Kozeny-Wagner, Inc.

951 West Outer Road

Arnold, MO 63010

EDUCATION

High School: CBC High School

College: University of Missouri-St. Louis

MAC

Platinum Member 2017

Planning Committee: 2021-Present

Fitness at West

Golf Club

Mark Twain Society

Multiple Governor Campaigns

ASSOCIATIONS

Associated General Contractors of America

Associated General Contractors of Missouri

CCIM St. Louis

Greater St. Louis, Inc.

SLC3

St. Louis Business Journal 40 under 40 - 2007

STATEMENT

I am proud to be nominated to run for the Board of Governors for the MAC. I have numerous fond memories of the MAC growing up and have witnessed a significant transformation of our club facilities and membership first hand. The MAC has always been a place of fellowship and camaraderie in which I am grateful for all the relationships and immeasurable memories I have made over the years.

My goal is to continue the advancements the Club has made in its fitness centers, as well as various other facility improvements, and to ensure its tradition of excellence is continued for generations to come. My service on the planning committee, along with being a highly active member, has given me insight to the Clubs operations and rich history.

If elected to the Board, I would bring a wide-ranging skill set developed during my 28 years of financial, managerial, and administrative experiences with general contracting and family business. My expertise in general contracting will benefit the Board as our Club continues to improve both Clubhouses.

I am honored to have the opportunity to give back to the Club that means so much to me.

I appreciate the possibility of contributing my experience, insight, and energy to the MAC Board of Governors. Thank you for your consideration.

2023 CANDIDATES

Matthew Masiel PERSONAL

Matthew Masiel

11759 Fawnbridge Dr. Saint Louis, MO 63131

DOB: May 7, 1979

Spouse: Kristen Mueller Masiel

Children: Abby (12) & Allie (9)

BUSINESS

Owner/President

Screaming Eagle Development, LLC

1401 S. Brentwood Blvd. STE 625 Saint Louis, MO 63144

Real Estate Development company focusing on the adaptive reuse of historic properties into apartments. SED has completed the rehab of two historic schools and two industrial warehouses into apartments. SED is currently rehabbing a historic building in Downtown West St. Louis.

EDUCATION

High School: Perryville High School - 1997 University: Vanderbuilt University, B.E. Civil Engineering - 2001 Graduate School: WUSTL Olin School of BusinessMBA - 2007

MILITARY

US Army Engineer Officer - 101st Airborne Division2001-2005

Schools: Airborne School, Air Assault School, Sapper Leader Course Combat Tour: Operation Iraqi Freedom - 2003-2004

MAC

Joined: 2007 - Platinum Member Activities: Planning Committee: current Golf Club, MACtivities, Dining, Pool Summers

ASSOCIATIONS

Lutheran Family & Children Services Board Member: 6 years LFCS Fundraising Auction Chair 2019 Vanderbuilt University Alumni Association in St. LouisPresident

St. Louis Business Journal 40 Under 40

STATEMENT

My family and I have great memories at the MAC. From breakfast with Santa, Easter Brunch, Egg Hunt, Summer afternoons at West Pool, and Friday night MACtivities, we truly enjoy the MAC.

I am extremely honored to be nominated as a candidate for the Missouri Athletic Club’s Board of Governors. From serving in the US Army to investing in downtown redevelopment, I have always had a desire to give back and serve. My expertise with historic properties and real estate development background will benefit the Board as our Club continues to improve both Clubhouses and expand into new opportunities. My goal is to help maintain the MAC’s standing as the premier Athletic, Social and Dining Club in the region.

David Sweeney

PERSONAL

David W. Sweeney

One Cardinal Way, 1415 St. Louis, MO 63102

Birthdate: September 27, 1972

Children: Tierney (14), Harper (13), and Ike (9)

BUSINESS

Lewis Rice

Partner

Nature of Business: In my private practice, I focus on lobbying, governmental and finance matters, municipal and public law, zoning and land use.

EDUCATION

Davenport West High School, 1991

Truman State University, B.A. & M.A.E. 1996 & 1997

St. Louis University School of Law, J.D. 2004

MAC

Diamond Member 2018

Activities:

Membership Committee

Civic Engagement Task Force

Over 40 Basketball League

Regular use of downtown facility

Participant in the MAC PAC Social Club, Lawyers’ Group and other club events

Regular lunch business meetings, social events and dinners at the club

ACTIVITES AND ASSOCIATIONS

Board of Directors, St. Louis Public Library

St. Louis Sports Commission

Knights of the Cauliflower Ear Glenridge Elementary PTO volunteer

Former Board Member, St. Louis Police Athletic League Central Reform Congregation

STATEMENT

I did not grow up in St. Louis, but moved here after graduating from Truman State. I soon joined the MAC when I joined Lewis Rice.

My practice involves representing clients in a variety of sectors, including professional sports teams, real estate development, manufacturing, public safety, higher education, startups, transportation, telecommunications, technology, energy, non-profits, commissions and professional associations. This experience provides me the ability to connect and work with people from a broad background, similar to the MAC membership, staff and employees.

As a person who both lives and works downtown, I recognize what an important element the downtown clubhouse is to downtown’s success. As the last chairman of Downtown St. Louis, Inc., I have the relationships with both political and business leaders to help the MAC continue to be a leader downtown.

Thank you for your consideration, David W. Sweeney

CLUBS WITHIN THE CLUB

MAC Book Club Summer Readings

Thursday, May 11 F 5:30 p.m. F West Clubhouse

Wednesday, June 14 F 5:30 p.m. F West Clubhouse

On May 11, the Book Club shifts its focus to historical fiction as Janet Mug guides a discussion of The Rose Code: A Novel by Kate Quinn.

As 1940s England prepares to fight the Nazis, three women answer the call to the mysterious country estate Bletchley Park, where the best minds in Britain train to break German military codes. War, loss and the impossible pressure of secrecy tear the three apart. As the royal wedding of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip in 1947 whips post-war Britain into a fever, the three friendsturned-enemies are reunited by a mysterious encrypted letter –the key to which lies buried in the long-ago betrayal that destroyed their friendship.

On Wednesday, note the day change, June 14, Pam Gershuny will guide us through The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb.

Growing up Black in rural North Carolina, Ray McMillian’s life is already mapped out. But Ray has a gift and a dream—he’s determined to become a world-class professional violinist and won’t let anything stand in his way. When he discovers that his beat-up family fiddle is a priceless Stradivarius, all his dreams suddenly seem within reach, and Ray and his violin take the world by storm. But the violin is stolen on the eve of the renowned and cutthroat Tchaikovsky Competition. As the competition approaches, Ray must not only reclaim his precious violin but prove to himself—and the world—there has always been a truly great musician within him.

For monthly MAC Book Club meetings, reservations are made with Dr. Genie McKee, Book Club Chair, at evmckee@gmail.com.

The MAC offers a variety of Clubs within the Club (CWCs) 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

MARCH 2023 F 13

First and third Wednesday of the month, 5:30 p.m., West

For more information, visit mac-stl.org/GetInvolved or call

DT: 314-539-4470

WE: 314-539-4490

MHC Discusses the American Revolution

Tuesday, May 23 F 11:30 a.m. Downtown Clubhouse

Join us on May 25 for a Military History Club meeting focused on the American Revolution. We are excited to welcome Roman Beuc, a frequent remote participant, who will discuss the role played in the war by Lord George Sackville-Germain. As Secretaryof-State for the Colonies in prime minister Lord North’s ministry, Sackville-Germain managed the war effort for Britain and will always be remembered as one of the men who lost America for Great Britain.

Mr. Beuc brings a wealth of experience to the discussion. After a 45-year missile guidance and control engineering career, he retired from Boeing. During his career, he worked on the Harpoon and Tomahawk anti-ship missile programs and several

experimental flight test programs for ramjets, scramjets and hypersonic vehicles that were flight tested from Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg Air Force Base. Since retiring, he has volunteered as a docent at the Saint Louis Art Museum, the Saint Louis Mercantile Library and formerly at the Pulitzer and Contemporary Art Museums as well as the City Garden. Besides art history, he has always had a strong interest in political and military history, especially of the 18th century.

To attend this event, please register online at mac-stl.org/ events. Wars always have at least two sides, and we look forward to exploring both perspectives of the American Revolution with Mr. Beuc.

Forever Young Club May Meeting

Friday, May 19 F 11:30 a.m. F West Clubhouse

This month, the Forever Young Club welcomes Reference Librarian Hillary Peppers to the West Clubhouse! Peppers has worked at the St. Louis County Library for the past five years and has more than a decade of experience in other systems. She will share insights on the wide range of services and resources the library provides, far beyond the books you can check out. To register for this meeting, visit mac-stl.org/events.

MAC Lawyers’ Group Welcomes STEPHEN SNODGRASS

Monday, May 22 F 11:30 a.m. Downtown Clubhouse F Art Lounge

The MAC Lawyers’ Group welcomes longtime MAC Member Stephen Snodgrass as he discusses his new book detailing the long quest to exonerate Joshua Kezer of a murder for which he served sixteen years in prison.

THE MAC

WHERE ST. LOUIS LEGENDS AND LEADERS MEET

As the MAC celebrates its 120th anniversary, the Club looks back at its long and storied history in the St. Louis community. Since its establishment in 1903, the Club has been a hub for social, athletic and cultural events, attracting exceptional people from diverse backgrounds and professions. Its legacy is marked by its commitment to leadership, service and excellence.

Throughout its early years, the MAC saw the likes of Charles A. Lindbergh, the Gemini astronauts, and of course, the athletes of the 1904 Olympics. These figures not only brought prestige to the Club but also contributed to the cultural and social fabric of St. Louis. Lindbergh is a significant figure in St. Louis’ history, having completed his famous solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean in 1927. He was a frequent visitor to the Club and is said to have celebrated his engagement to his wife, Anne Morrow Lindbergh, at the Downtown Clubhouse.

In 1916, the National Democratic Convention brought several distinguished visitors to the Downtown Clubhouse. The convention marked a significant moment in St. Louis’ history, and the MAC played a significant role in its success. The Club’s commitment to cultural enrichment is exemplified by its involvement in forming the

St. Louis Municipal Opera in 1918, now known as The Muny. According to Club lore, MAC Members had a hand in creating this iconic St. Louis institution. The Muny has been a fixture of St. Louis summers for over a century, and the MAC’s contribution to its establishment reflects the Club’s enduring legacy of supporting the arts.

The roster of sports personalities, dignitaries, entertainers and heroes who graced the Club in the 1960s alone is tremendous. The MAC also held forum speakers, such as CBS news commentator Harry Reasoner and Newsweek columnist Kenneth G. Crawford. Other prominent figures include Stan-the-Man Musial, Joe Garagiola, Jack Buck, Olympic champion Bob Richards, Carl O. Brauer, Henry Youngman and Guy Lombardo, just to name a few. Many local legends became Members themselves. Stan Musial was made an MAC Member in 1958; President Harry S. Truman was made an honorary Member in 1946; Jackie Joyner-Kersee in 1988.

The MAC’s rich and multifaceted history in the St. Louis community has made it the landmark it is today. Its legacy is marked by its commitment to leadership, service, and excellence within its walls and beyond. As the MAC evolves and adapts to changing times, the MAC Speaker Series is continuing the tradition of attracting local and national figures to the Club.

ABOVE: JOE GARAGIOLA JOKED WITH ROBERT C. NEWMAN, A STAR ATHLETE AT THE MAC; CHARLES LINDBERGH AND THE SPIRIT OF ST. LOUIS ON THE COVER OF THE CHERRY DIAMOND IN JUNE OF 1927; (L-R) ASTRONAUTS IN ACTION ON THE MAC COURT ARE TOM STAFFORD, GUS GRISSOM, JOHN YOUNG; GUY LOMBARDO AND HIS ROYAL CANADIANS CAPTIVATED MEMBERS AT THE MAC.

MACSpeaker Series THE THE POWER OF CONVERSATION

The Missouri Athletic Club has a long history of hosting extraordinary regional and national figures. This tradition continues today with several annual events, and more recently, the MAC Speaker Series.

The idea for the Speaker Series committee began on a Board of Governors retreat to the University Club of Milwaukee in 2020. To enhance Member benefit and engagement, Past President Dan Lett and the BOG believed the Speaker Series committee could draw high-profile speakers to the Club to align and enhance the MAC brand while engaging Members. From this planning came the mission statement for the MAC Speaker Series:

The MAC Speaker Series is an exclusive event for Members to actively engage with leaders impacting Community, Sports, Business and Leadership.

The Speaker Series committee consists of 12-15 Members, Governors and Past Governors of the MAC. Among this committee are Co-Chairs Governor Albart and Governor Swank. Since its inception, the Speaker Series has presented numerous impactful speakers:

F Five first-round draft picks of the 2016 NHL Draft from St. Louis (Matthew Tkachuk, Brady Tkachuk, Clayton Keller, Logan Brown, Luke Kunin and Trent Frederic)

F Karl Rove, Former White House Sr. Advisor and Deputy Chief of Staff

F Bob Chapman, Chairman and CEO of Barry-Wehmiller

F Bob O’Loughlin, Chairman and CEO of Lodging Hospitality Management

F Kathleen Mazzarella, Chairman, President and CEO of Graybar

F Bradley Carnell, St. Louis CITY SC Head Coach

F Taylor Twellman, Lead Soccer Analyst on Apple TV

F Maxine Clark, Founder of Build-ABear; Dr. Mary Mason, CEO & Founder of Little Medical School; and Jillian Tedesco, Founder & CEO of fit-flavors

F Jim McKelvey, Founder of Square (May 24)

“The ability to shake hands and interact with such distinguished leaders is something you can only get at the MAC,”

states Co-Chair Governor Albart. “It’s an invaluable experience to have intimate conversation with people impacting our community at a high level.”

Speaker Series events provide several benefits and engagement opportunities to MAC Members. These exclusive discussions create an exceptional experience with intellectual dialogue, professional development and growth. Access to such impactful national and regional leaders is one of the many reasons the MAC Speaker Series has succeeded.

The committee is always looking for ideas and connections from Members to continue welcoming high-profile speakers. To contact the MAC Speaker Series committee with ideas for future events, email speakerseries@mac-stl.org.

UPCOMING MAC SPEAKER SERIES EVENT

The Future of Technology in St. Louis — Jim McKelvey

Presented by Enterprise Bank & Trust

Wednesday, May 24 F Downtown Clubhouse

Address Your Team’s Professional Development Needs, at No Cost to MAC Members

Steve Albart, Regional President, St. Louis Region Enterprise Bank & Trust

This year, we’re celebrating 20 years of Enterprise University, the business training course series presented by Enterprise Bank & Trust.

When we established the program in 2003, we created the program to provide no-cost training courses for business leaders and their teams in St. Louis. More than 150 people showed up for the first class, and we soon realized that we had tapped into a need among the business community. At that moment, we knew we were filling a need that our local business community craved: real-word business knowledge, actionable takeaways and an opportunity to connect with like-minded leaders who are driven to better their business — just like you.

The program has always been one-of-a-kind, but since then it has grown and evolved to now offer a lineup of more than 30 virtual, 90-minute live courses on a biannual basis. In its 20-year history, Enterprise University has welcomed more than 33,000 course registrants, representing business professionals across the country who return year after year to continue learning new skills.

Enterprise University courses cover management and leadership, finance, human resources, sales and marketing, and other trending topics that address current business challenges. There is a course for everyone, from the CEO looking for new perspectives as she revisits her strategic plan, to the manager who wants to strengthen their team and improve efficiencies, to the young professional who wants to build a strong foundation and find ways to contribute more to his team.

The spring semester course lineup was just announced, and registration is now open!

More than 30 courses will be offered by the time our semester

concludes on May 16. The classes are taught by experts in their field who offer strategies and ideas that teams can implement right away to stay ahead in a competitive environment.

HERE IS A PREVIEW OF COURSES COMING UP THIS SPRING:

n Building and Developing a Successful Sales Team

n All Aboard! Governance and Fundraising Best Practices for Board Leadership

n Beyond Cost Segregation: Accelerated Depreciation and Expensing Strategies

n You Don’t Have to Do It Alone: Resources for Minority-Owned Businesses

n Who We Are Is How We Lead: How Your Values Can Create Courage

In addition to signing up for courses that help you bring your business to the next level, many business owners incorporate Enterprise University as part of their talent development programs to help develop employees. The classes can be a great way for you to offer no-cost professional development opportunities to your team, as workforce development and retention are more important than ever.

You can browse this semester’s coursebook and reserve your spot in one class, or all that interest you, and I encourage MAC members to share Enterprise University with your colleagues. Register now at www.enterprisebank.com/eu.

In addition to spring programming, select Enterprise University courses from previous semesters are available on demand on the Enterprise University website to watch at your own convenience. Enterprise University helps MAC members think strategically, better their business and build community. We hope you take advantage of the spring semester of Enterprise University. See you this spring!

SUMMER TENNIS SEASON BEGINS THIS MONTH!

Adult Tennis

MAY 30-AUG. 27

Register online by navigating to Athletics > Tennis > Tennis Class Registration

IMPROVERS CLINIC

F Session 1 (4 Weeks): June 5-26, $80

F Session 2 (5 Weeks): July 3-31, $100

F Session 3 (3 Weeks): Aug. 7-21, $60

ADULT DRILL

F Wednesday 7-8:30 p.m.

F $25 per time

MEN’S USTA PRACTICE

F Thursday 7-8:30 p.m.

F $25 per time

Summer

Junior Tennis

JUNE 5-AUG. 11

Register online by navigating to Athletics > Junior Tennis > Junior Tennis Class Registration. Camps will run weekly Monday-Friday, excluding July 3-4.

PERFORMANCE TENNIS HIGH/PEAK/ELITE PERFORMANCE

F Monday-Friday 9-11 a.m.

F $180 per MAC Member player per week

F 45 per MAC Member player per day

F $225 per guest per week

F $55 per guest per day

BEGINNER AND INTERMEDIATE TENNIS CAMPS ORANGE/GREEN/ INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

F Monday-Friday 1-4 p.m.

F $295 per MAC Member player per week

Pickleball

JUNE 5-AUG. 27

Register online by navigating to Athletics > Pickleball > Pickleball Class Registration

MONDAY PICKLEBALL LEAGUE

F No League on July 3

F 7-9 p.m.

F $120

BEGINNERS CLASS

F Tuesday 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

F $22 per time

IMPROVERS CLASS

F Tuesday 12:30-2 p.m.

F $22 per time

OPEN CLINIC

F Wednesday 7-8:30 p.m.

F $22 per time

OPEN PLAY

F Thursday 1-2:30 p.m.

F $17 Member, $22 guest per time

BASH

F Saturday 6-8 p.m. June 10, June 24, July 8, July 19, Aug. 12, Aug. 26

F $17 per time

(guests to be registered by Member, $22)

JR. PICKLEBALL

ADULT CARDIO TENNIS

F Monday-Wednesday 12-1 p.m.

F Thursday 12:30-1:30 p.m.

F Friday 10-11 a.m.

F Saturday 8-9 a.m.

F $20 per time

MEN’S AFTERNOON WORKOUT

F Wednesday 2:30-4 p.m.

F $25 per time

PRACTICES

F Women’s 2.5: Wednesday 9:30-11 a.m.

F Women’s 3.0: Thursday 9:30-11 a.m.

F Women’s 3.5: Tuesday 9:30-11 a.m.

F Women’s Gold: Wednesday 9:30-11 a.m.

F $32 per time

F $340 per guest player per week

Full week commitment required. Those interested in attending certain days should contact Conner Stevenson at cstevenson@mac-stl.org.

RED BALL (AGES 4-5)

F Monday-Friday 9:30-10:30 a.m. and 4-5 p.m.

F $110 per player per week

Players who sign up for a week must stay with one specific time slot. If a player is unable to attend a full week but would still like to participate on certain days, please contact Conner Stevenson at cstevenson@mac-stl.org.

Groups are now forming. Contact Dave Fuhrig at dfuhrig@mac-stl.org for details.

MAC ATHLETICS

JUNIOR SQUASH CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS

F U13 Levi Dembiec beat Nyle Malik 3-0

F U15 Mark Gaertner beat Bruce Elvin 3-0

F U19 Henry Byrne won his group 3-0

LADIES SQUASH DOUBLES CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS

Verena Saunders (left) and Michelle Beattie (right) beat Mary Ellen Gaertner & Jenny Dolan 3-0.

CINCINNATI SILVER JUNIOR RESULTS

April 15-16

Bruce Elvin, BU13, was a tournament finalist.

Andrew Qi Wang, BU11, came in fourth.

MAC ATHLETES MAKE FINALS IN CHICAGO

Paul Simon (above left) and Joe Dolan (right) were finalists in the Windy City A doubles. They lost 3-1.

MAC ATHLETE PLACES NATIONALLY

Henry Byrne placed 19th at US Junior Silver Nationals.

SQUASH SUMMER CAMPS

Beginner Junior (ages 7-10)

F 8:30-9:30 a.m.

F Member $150

F Guest $200

June 19-23, July 17-21, Aug. 7-11, Aug. 14-18

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, please contact Alex Ingham at aingham@mac-stl.org.

(L-R) U19 SAMEER SHAFQAT, HENRY BYRNE AND CJ GOOT U15 MARK GAERTNER U13 LEVI DEMBIEC

MAC GOLF CLUB KICKOFF MASTERS AT THE MAC

Tuesday, May 16 | West Clubhouse | 5:30 p.m.

Join the MAC Golf Club in the Town & Country Room to kick-off the 2023 golf season with Tom Ackerman, KMOX Sports Director, and Jay Delsing, American Professional Golfer. Register online at mac-stl.org/events. Registration closes on May 14 at 5 p.m. No charge to attend. Club casual attire is required.

2023 MAC GOLF CLUB CALENDAR

TUESDAY, MAY 2

Birds and Bogies

Strathalbyn Farms and Glen Echo Country Club (GECC), 9:30 a.m.

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

Dalhousie Play Day

All Members

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19

Persimmon Woods

1 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 26

Ryder Cup

Glen Echo Country Club

2 p.m. shotgun start

AUG. 10-11

Porto Cima Weekend

Lake of the Ozarks (Cabins on the 18th fairway, limited availability)

TUESDAY, AUG. 22

Bogey Hills Country Club

1 p.m.

MONDAY, AUG. 28

MAC Sports Foundation Golf Tournament

GECC, 10:30 a.m.

SEPT. 5-10

PGA Champions Tour –Ascension Charity Classic (Volunteer opportunity with GECC members for hole 17 at Norwood Hills Country Club)

FRIDAY, SEPT. 15

MAC Golf Club Championship

GECC, 12:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 28

St. Albans Country Club

1 p.m.

THURSDAY, OCT. 5

St. Clair Country Club

1 p.m.

THURSDAY, OCT. 19

TBD

JOIN THE MAC GOLF CLUB

The MAC Golf Club offers great opportunities for Members to hit the links at some of the top courses in the country. Special events at MAC’s partnered clubs will be announced throughout the season. For more information about the MAC Golf Club, contact Chair Tim Powers at 314-922-8958 or trpowers7@yahoo.com. To sign up for the MAC Golf Club, contact Katie Maurer at 314-539-4402 or kmaurer@mac-stl.org.

GET GEARED UP TO CELEBRATE 120 Years of the MAC

Now you can celebrate the MAC’s 120th anniversary in style with limited-edition merchandise!

Nike Dri-Fit shirts will keep you cool and comfortable while showing off your MAC pride with the sleek embroidered 120 MAC logo. Complete the look with a matching Nike hat and remember to stay hydrated on the go with our custom water bottles, perfect for workouts, hikes or just keeping at your desk.

All merchandise is carefully crafted and customized to honor the MAC’s legacy and history and is available at both Clubhouses. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to show your MAC spirit and commemorate 120 years of excellence. Shop now while supplies last!

with Coach Maggie

Learn how to lose weight or maintain your weight while eating the foods you love with Coach Maggie! Start planning for summer now and watch the scale go down 10-15 lbs. weightlosscoachmd2014@yahoo.com or to schedule a consultation.

Yoga Retreat Costa Rica 2024

6 Nights Accommodation / January 28th - February 3rd

Morning & Evening Yoga + 1 Sound Healing Session

COSTA RICA

Airport Transfer from Liberia Airport to The Nomadic

YOGA RETREAT

Join us for a retreat information meeting!

The MAC Wellness team is planning a yoga retreat to Costa Rica in 2024! Enjoy a six-night accommodation from Jan. 28-Feb. 3 with morning and evening yoga, a sound healing session, meals and more.

April 20th | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Rendezvous Room meeting online at mac-stl.org.

For more information, contact Megan Mahley at 314-312-8042 or Courtney Hutt at chutt@mac-stl.org.

For more information, contact Megan Mahley at 314-312-8042 or Courtney Hutt at chutt@mac-stl.org.

BOOK YOUR RETREAT AT: www.residentinwander.com/costa-rica-2024

Book your retreat at residentinwander.com/costa-rica-2024

FIND BALANCE WITH THE MAC YOGA & BARRE TEAM

The MAC wellness team understands that a well-rounded fitness routine benefits both physical and mental health, which is why Members can find a yoga class that suits their needs at either Clubhouse. From classes focusing on breathing and meditation to increasing strength and flexibility, MAC yoga and barre instructors help Members at any experience level.

No matter what step you’re on in your fitness journey, practicing yoga and barre benefits the body and the mind in several ways. Yoga is excellent for increasing flexibility and stretching your muscles before or after a workout. For those looking to tone their muscles, barre exercises are a great way to increase strength without using machines. Yoga is known for improving balance and strength, as well as relieving stress and enhancing mental health. These classes

are designed for any Member looking for a well-rounded fitness experience as well as beginners interested in adding something new to their routine.

For Members looking to practice yoga at the Downtown Clubhouse, classes can be booked with Megan Mahley. Her classes range from vigorous, fitness-based movements in a hightemperature setting to classes focusing on balance and alignment. The West Clubhouse wellness team provides classes seven days a week with five instructors on staff: Bethany Bogosian, Christi Gleason, Cathy Gresick, Nicki Hamrah, Natalie Jacobs and Chelsea Moryc.

Visit mac-stl.org/Fitness_Wellness to learn more about how the MAC’s yoga and barre options can enhance your fitness journey.

The Missouri Athletic Club wellness team provides numerous yoga and barre classes to Members at any experience level.

MARGARET LOUVIER – BETHANY BOGOSIAN’S CLIENT

Bethany makes yoga so enjoyable with her happy attitude and with a variety of poses that she frequently changes. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and she watches form carefully which is very important.

JULIA BAGY – CHRISTI GLEASON’S CLIENT

Joining the Hot Pilates class, especially after a long day of work sitting at a desk, allows me to focus and reset. I feel stronger, more aligned and less stressed.

SHERRI CONNORS – CATHY GRESICK’S CLIENT

[Barre Fusion] really helps focus on proper alignment and technique. Cathy can easily modify for each person while challenging by showing levels of difficulty. It’s great cross-training for other sports and fitness classes.

HARRA COWLEY – NICKI HAMRAH’S CLIENT

I have been taking Nicki’s Power Yoga class for a year now. I have been doing hot Power Yoga since 2016, and I can say that I have been more challenged in this last year than many years before. The flow sequence requires both mental and physical focus while also building strength and flexibility. This class is one I look forward to attending every week knowing it is going to build more strength and mental resilience within my practice. It’s a can’t-miss.

DEBBY MURPHY – NATALIE JACOBS’S CLIENT

While recovering from a fall in which I broke a lot of bones in both feet, ankles and legs, I started taking Natalie’s yoga classes as a complement to the physical therapy I was receiving. While the therapy sessions ended, the most complete and enduring part of my healing was made possible by Natalie’s classes. I think I benefitted from the frequency of the classes and the range of exercises demanded, but I know it was also because Natalie helped to make the challenging effort fun and took a real interest in my personal progress and recovering even while providing personalized attention to the other recipients. I also have taken Natalie’s advice to avoid painting from tall ladders.

FRANK NIESEN – MEGAN MAHLEY’S CLIENT

Megan is very enthusiastic, knowledgeable and friendly. I have taken all of her yoga classes and will continue to. Each class is different and by that I mean, each class will have elements incorporated into it that, likely, you have not seen before. Her classes vary in intensity from challenging to gentle and they concentrate on healing, regardless of the class. I have never had one of Megan’s classes where I haven’t felt better in mind and body afterward than I had felt before the class. It seems to me that persons of all ages and abilities, including those with some physical limitations would benefit from Megan’s yoga classes.

JENNY DEMBIEC – CHELSEA MORYC’S CLIENT

Chelsea is hands down one of THE best instructors, and the MAC and its Members are so lucky to have her. She is a body/life changer that wants you to improve each and every class! She helps you reach your fitness goals and helps set new ones. Her Power Yoga, Yoga Sculpt, and Tone Time classes will chisel and challenge. Her power yoga class, especially, will kick anyone’s butt! Promise! She is encouraging, motivating and the best of the best. We need shirts saying, ‘Chiseled by Chelsea!’

SPORTS CONCUSSION

Treatment at SSM Health Physical Therapy

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that is caused by a blow to the head or impact to the body. It can lead to a wide range of physical, cognitive, emotional and sleep-related symptoms that vary from person to person.

Be honest about any problems you may experience. If you have sustained a concussion, don’t disregard your symptoms, try to “tough it out,” or return to play too soon. Ignoring these symptoms can result in more significant, long-term issues:

• Headaches

• Dizziness

• Nausea/Vomiting

• Disorientation

• Light-headedness

• Sensitivity to light/noise

• Vision difficulties

• Poor concentration

• Memory problems

• Fatigue

• Irritability

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Sleep problems

• Behavioral changes

• Balance difficulties

Early, specialized treatment of concussion has been shown to optimize recovery and reduce the risk of future injury and related impairment. SSM Health Physical Therapy offers a comprehensive approach to the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of a concussion. Our physical therapists are trained in the comprehensive management of concussions to address a range of immediate and residual symptoms.

Our concussion physical therapists provide:

• Vestibular and ocular-motor screenings to evaluate motion, equilibrium and special orientation

• Cervical spine evaluation and manual therapy techniques to reduce the symptoms of whiplash/cervical strain

• Individualized treatment plans including tailored academic and jobsite accommodations

• A safe return-to-play/activity plan once athlete is symptom-free

• Concussion awareness community outreach

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: SSM Health Physical Therapy - MAC West Clubhouse. Call 314.822.3205 or stop by the clinic for assistance scheduling. We look forward to serving the needs of you and your family!

Summer AT THE MAC

Summer camp is almost here! The MAC Youth Programs Department is gearing up for a summer filled with fun activities. Stay in the loop on all camp details before summer kicks off:

CAMP FAQ’S

1. Where/When is check-in and drop-off?

Check-in is every camp morning from 8:50-9:15 a.m. Each morning, Camp Coordinators can be found near the stairwell down to the gym. Here, they will sign-in campers for the day, and also answer any parent questions. Next, parents can proceed down to the gym to drop off their child.

campers wear socks with closed-toed shoes and only bring flip flops for the pool. Campers can bring an optional morning snack and afternoon snack. We recommend campers bring a water bottle with them each day.

Afternoon Campers will go to the pool each day and will need to bring a swimsuit and towel. Optional items for them to bring to the pool are sunscreen and flip-flops.

DEPOSIT & CANCELLATION POLICY

F 30% camp deposit will be charged to Member statement at the time of registration. The remainder will be charged the week of camp.

F Deposits are only refundable if canceled before May 15.

F All deposits are non-refundable after May 15.

2. Where/When is pick-up?

Pick-up is every afternoon from 3:50-4:14 p.m. down in the gym. Camp staff will check children out once they are picked up by a parent or guardian.

3. What should my child bring with them to camp?

Campers should come to camp in comfortable clothes and shoes for playing and physical activity. We recommend

4. What will my child do each day at camp?

Campers get to experience the best of West! Mornings at camp usually include a tennis clinic, games with camp staff in the gym and time in the Youth Activity Room. After lunch, campers will get to spend their afternoons swimming in the pool, watching movies and doing crafts in the Youth Classroom, as well as occasional squash clinics, yoga classes, outdoor games and so much more!

Camp begins Tuesday, May 30 this year. We cannot wait for the fun to begin! Please send any additional questions to either Joy Holdmeier at jholdmeier@mac-stl.org or Liz Hamilton at ehamilton@mac-stl.org.

Dive into Swimming Season at the West Clubhouse Pool

WEST CLUBHOUSE POOL SUMMER HOURS

Saturday, May 27-Sunday, July 16

Monday-Friday: 12:15-9 p.m.*

Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

Monday, July 17-Saturday, Aug. 12

Monday-Sunday: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 13 – Labor Day, Sept. 4

Sunday-Thursday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

*Hours are subject to change on days of swim meets and dive meets. Dates and times TBD. Stay tuned for updates.

ADULT LAP SWIMMING

Monday-Friday: Daybreak-7 a.m. and 1-9 p.m.

On Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, the lap lanes will be removed from 12-5 p.m.; at all other hours, lap swimming will be available.

POOL AND GUEST POLICY

F Spouses and their dependent children under age 25 have Club privileges with the permission of the primary Member and are not subject to a guest fee. F Spouses and their dependent children must be listed in the Club’s records. Contact the Membership Department at 314-539-4438 to add dependents to your account.

F All other family members are considered guests.

F All non-Members are considered guests.

F Guests must be accompanied by a Member and must be registered when entering any of the athletic facilities.

F Members are charged a $12 fee per guest per day for athletic/pool facility use.

F Guests are limited to a maximum of 12 visits per year for athletic/pool facility use.

F Members may bring guests for dining and social activities an unlimited number of times per year without a guest fee charge.

ETIQUETTE ST. LOUIS SUMMER BOOT CAMP

June 19-23

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

The West Clubhouse is excited to host Etiquette St. Louis’ Etiquette Boot Camp this summer! Sign your kids up for a week of manners and public speaking, where students will learn self-confidence and social skills while having fun! This well-rounded program provides helpful training in a casual environment. Visit go.etiquettestl.com/bootcamp2023 to register. For more information, contact Melanie Broyles at mbroyles@etiquettesaintlouis.com.

AN EGG-CELLENT EASTER AT THE MAC

The Missouri Athletic Club was delighted to celebrate another Easter weekend with wonderful Members and their families. On Saturday, April 8, families gathered at the West Clubhouse for the annual Easter Egg Hunt to kick off the holiday weekend.

This year marks 20 years of the egg hunt tradition – with over 150 kids in attendance, the 2023 egg hunt was a smashing success!

On Sunday, April 9, the West and Downtown Clubhouses welcomed Members to a special Easter Brunch. Members

enjoyed a variety of delectable dishes and delicious desserts at both locations. The Easter bunny made an appearance at both Clubhouses to take photos with the children and their families. Overall, the MAC’s Easter festivities made for a very ‘hoppy’ weekend!

TOP ROW: (L-R) BROOKE AND SUTTON HOWARD POSE FOR A PHOTO AFTER EASTER FESTIVITIES; CHILDREN RACED THROUGH THE WEST CLUBHOUSE FIELD TO GRAB EGGS AT THE ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT. BOTTOM ROW: THE DOWNTOWN CLUBHOUSE SERVED A DELICIOUS BRUNCH TO MEMBERS AND GUESTS ON EASTER SUNDAY; THE EASTER BUNNY GREETED CHILDREN AFTER THE EGG HUNT WAS COMPLETE.

BREAKING BARRIERS AND BUILDING BRIDGES:

Women Entrepreneurs Share Insights at the MAC Speaker Series

On Tuesday, April 4, the Women Business Owners Roundtable (WBOR) presented an MAC Speaker Series event featuring panelists Maxine Clark, Dr. Mary Mason and Jillian Tedesco. Members and guests filled the Art Lounge to enjoy a lunch buffet and conversation among three accomplished women entrepreneurs.

Maxine Clark is the founder and former CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop®. Her current venture is the Delmar DevINE™, working to transform the historic St. Luke’s Hospital into a multi-use real estate development. Dr. Mary Mason is the founder of Little Medical School, a program that immerses children interested in healthcare through the power of role-play. Jillian Tedesco is the founder and CEO of fit-flavors, providing portion-controlled

healthy meals and nutrition counseling to the St. Louis community. The three panelists discussed how to go about starting a business, the challenges one may face along the way and how to plan for success in leadership.

The event was a great success, with attendees leaving inspired and motivated to take their businesses to the next level. The panelists were all very inspiring and shared their stories with honesty and humor. The audience was engaged and asked many thoughtful questions.

The WBOR provides a valuable opportunity for female entrepreneurs to connect with each other, learn from each other’s experiences, and build a supportive community of peers. For any women MAC Member interested in connecting with like-minded female business owners, contact Governor Cheri McLaughlin at cheri@sparksmilling.com to learn more about joining WBOR.

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PANELISTS MAXINE CLARK, DR. MARY MASON AND JILLIAN TEDESCO DISCUSS THEIR EXPERIENCES IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP.

BILL WALTON THROWS IT DOWN AT THE USBWA COLLEGE BASKETBALL AWARDS

The Best from the 2022-23 Season Honored at the MAC

Basketball legend Bill Walton returned to St. Louis on Wednesday, April 12 as the featured speaker for the USBWA College Basketball Awards. Fifty years ago in the Lou, Bill Walton delivered what is considered the greatest game in NCAA Tournament finals history when he scored 44 points, making 21 of 22 shot attempts to lead UCLA to the national championship. The three-time Oscar Robertson Trophy winner is a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame and is currently one of the most colorful commentators in the game.

KMOX Sports Director Tom Ackerman and ESPN Radio’s Michelle Smallmon co-hosted this year’s banquet. The winningest coach in Notre Dame history Mike Brey was in attendance receiving the “Good Guy” Award. Florida State’s Ta’Niya Latson won the Tamika Catchings Women’s Freshman of the Year Award.

Marquette Coach Shaka Smart received the Henry Iba Men’s Coach of the Year Award. Purdue’s Zach Edey took home the Men’s Player of the Year Oscar Robertson Trophy.

The evening began with a media hour in the fifth-floor gym for the honorees and Walton. There, reporters from television stations, radio stations and the Post-Dispatch were able to speak with the Missouri Athletic Club’s distinguished guests. Following the conclusion of the media hour, the night continued

in the Crystal Room, where Smallmon moderated a Q&A with the college coaches in attendance including Smart, Brey, and Florida State Coach Brooke Wyckoff who accompanied Latson to the awards.

The main event was held in the Missouri Room starting at 7:45 p.m. The program went as planned with a surprise for Coach Brey who started his college coaching career as an assistant for Duke under Coach Mike Krzyzewski. The USBWA honored Coach K with the Dean E. Smith Award. Coach K sent in an acceptance video that also congratulated Coach Brey on receiving the “Good Guy” Award.

Once all the honorees had their moment to shine, Bill Walton’s lively personality took center stage for nearly an hour. He covered a multitude of topics including his childhood, getting recruited by John Wooden and his decision to get into broadcasting. He closed the night by telling the audience to meet him at the Jack Buck Grille!

The strong support of the Membership and the sponsors made the event possible, and the MAC looks forward to continuing to grow this event into another great annual sports banquet on the Club’s social calendar.

TOP ROW: (L-R) ZACH EDEY, MARQUETTE COACH SHAKA SMART, TA’NIYA LATSON, COACH MIKE BREY AND BILL WALTON GET TOGETHER AT THE MAC’S GYM; PURDUE’S ZACH EDEY POSES WITH THE MEN’S PLAYER OF THE YEAR OSCAR ROBERTSON TROPHY. MIDDLE ROW: FLORIDA STATE’S TA’NIYA LATSON POSES WITH THE TAMIKA CATCHINGS WOMEN’S FRESHMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD; BILL WALTON CHATS WITH MONICA RYAN, MAC COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGIST, ON THE MISSOURI ATHLETIC CLUB CONNECTIONS PODCAST. BOTTOM ROW: MARQUETTE COACH SHAKA SMART EXPLAINS WHAT MAKES HIS TEAM SPECIAL WITH ESPN RADIO’S MICHELLE SMALLMON; PURDUE COACH MATT PAINTER POSES WITH ZACH EDEY’S OSCAR ROBERTSON TROPHY.

CLUB Connections PODCAST

The latest Club Connections podcast features one-on-one interviews with the USBWA honorees as well as Bill Walton. The full awards ceremony is also available to rewatch on the Missouri Athletic Club’s YouTube channel or listen to it anywhere you get your podcasts. Navigate directly to the MAC’s podcast page by scanning the QR code above.

Quotes OF THE NIGHT

“Missouri Athletic Club, yeah. Where dreams become reality, where we come to grow, and where the deal goes down.” — Bill Walton

“There’s no one who has represented our sport, the coaching profession, better than Mike [Brey] as far as being a good guy, not only with his community, his school, and his team, but with all of you.” — Coach Mike Krzyzewski

“Everyone coming into college wants to experience things like this, and I’m just blessed to be here.” — Ta’Niya Latson

“Maybe because I started as a high school coach and teacher, my demeanor with young people comes across as I’m a good guy, and you know what, I’ll take that.” — Coach Mike Brey

“If I had had a place like the Missouri Athletic Club in my life, I could have done something with myself.” — Bill Walton

“We would trade any award for just one more win.” — Coach Shaka Smart

“Talk is cheap, vision is true. When life looks like easy street, there’s danger at your door, and there are no rewards for settling for something that you don’t want.” — Bill Walton

“It’s good to get somebody with no habits instead of bad habits.” — Purdue Coach Matt Painter about Zach Edey

“I played hockey, I played baseball growing up and then some things happened, and it didn’t work out. So, I went to basketball, and I think it was a pretty good decision.” — Zach Edey

“We had high hopes for her, but she’s got to be the one that goes out and does it. Just so proud of how she handled all the accolades, the pressure that came along with it once she started scoring.” — Coach Brooke Wyckoff said of Ta’Niya Latson

“In 23 years, you get put on the mat a couple of times, you better figure out a way to come off.”

— Coach Mike Brey

Father-Daughter BANQUET

Wednesday, May 17 F Downtown Clubhouse

Enjoy father-daughter time at the annual banquet with dinner, music, dancing, photos, balloon artists and carriage rides. Business attire is required.

5-6:15 p.m. Reception in Art Lounge

6:30-7:30 p.m. Dinner in Missouri Ballroom

7:30-9 p.m. Dancing in Missouri Ballroom

Adults & Children (12 and up) $41.95, plus Club charge Children (11 and under) $29.95, plus Club charge

Reservations for carriage rides are required. They are $10 per person. Email downtownevents@mac-stl.org or call 314-539-4470.

Reservations close on May 11, at 5 p.m. Register online at mac-stl.org/events.

MAC SUMMER PREVIEW

Summer is almost here, and the Missouri Athletic Club has several events lined up for Members and guests to enjoy! Look forward to warmer days ahead and add these dates to your calendar.

LADIES HAPPY HOUR

June 7 F West Clubhouse F 5 p.m. Socialize with fellow women MAC Members and sample three specialty cocktails.

FATHER’S DAY BRUNCH

June 18 F West Clubhouse F 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Celebrate Father’s Day with a delicious brunch at the West Clubhouse.

FAMILY FUN NIGHT

June 23 F West Clubhouse F 5 p.m. More details to come.

Stay tuned to the MAC Minute e-newsletter and MAC website for more details about upcoming events.

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Mark your calendars for the upcoming MAC Happy Hours. In addition to serving up great drink specials, these events are a great opportunity to meet new members and introduce friends and colleagues to the Club. No reservations are required.

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1 (L-R) Oscar Robertson Trophy winner Zach Edey was gifted an MAC Challenge Coin from President Brent Beumer at the USBWA College Basketball Awards VIP reception.

2 (L-R) Brandon Williams and Abdul-Kaba Abdullah enjoyed a buffet in the Sportsman’s Club during the Cardinals home opener party. 3 (L-R) Carrie Burggraf and Elena Kratz joined other MAC women for a Ladies’ Lunch at the Downtown Clubhouse on March 23. 4 Eddie Akers had his first haircut at the West Clubhouse. 5 The winningest coach in Notre Dame history Mike Brey stands with the Good Guy Award. 6 Bill Piper wore Cardinal red to celebrate the home opener on March 30. 7 Mary Beth Hughes wore green from head to toe on St. Patrick’s Day during the March Forever Young Club meeting.