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Thursday, November 8, 2018 Wyndham Grand Jupiter at Harbourside Place
Program Welcome Remarks, Cheri Pavlik, Chair, Women in Business Council Pledge of Allegiance Moment of Silence Address by Laurena Reese, Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center, Series Sponsor Address by Dr. Shauna Kranendonk, Skye Center for Dermatology, Woman of the Year Sponsor Lunch Introduction of Mistress of Ceremony by Co-Chairs Nancy Mobberley and Jennifer Sardone-Shiner Presentation of Finalists by Felicia Rodriguez Raffle Drawing Announcement, Woman of the Year 2018
2018 Finalists
LeAnna Carey Founder and Global Market Strategy Lead, Women Who Innovate and Symplur
Susan Kaplan Director of Business Development, Fuoco Group
Judith Schumacher Owner/Partner, Schumacher Companies LLC
A Special Thanks to Luncheon Emcee, Felicia Rodriguez, WPBF
Upcoming Events
Golf Classic at PGA National Resort & Spa Friday, November 9, 2018 PGA National Resort & Spa 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM Business Before Hours: Why Gridlock Rules Washington and How We Can Solve the Crises Wednesday, November 14, 2018 Palm Beach Gardens Marriott 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM Health Care Committee Mixer at PGA National Resort & Spa Thursday, November 15, 2018 PGA National Resort & Spa 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM 2018 Holiday Mixer & Toy Drive Tuesday, December 4, 2018 The Gardens Mall – Center Court 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
WOMEN IN BUSINESS 2018/2019 STEERING COUNCIL CHAIR Cheri Pavlik | Leo A Daly As Senior Associate, Director of Business Development, Cherí Pavlik is responsible for business development, client relations, marketing and P.R. at LEO A DALY, an international architecture, planning, engineering and interiors firm established in 1915. Cherí facilitates client design and budget solutions by utilizing the firm’s experience and resources, bringing together the best team for each project. Ms. Pavlik is a member of various trade organizations and is actively involved in the community through the Women in Business Council, North Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce, Business Development Board of Palm Beach County, Executive Association of the Palm Beaches, Urban Land Institute, City of West Palm Beach Golf Advisory Committee, Quantum House, Habitat for Humanity, and ACE Mentor Program. Contact: cnpavlik@leoadaly.com
COUNCIL MEMBERS Angel Adams | Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC Angel is the Director of Communication for the 91-year old Personal Injury Law Firm of Lesser Lesser Landy & Smith. She is responsible for the organization and execution of all sponsorships and events. She handles all social media accounts, manages content for the website and creates all printed marketing materials for the firm. Angel works directly with Managing Partner Gary S. Lesser to execute the vision and mission of this family-oriented and highly respected firm. In her spare time, she loves volunteering as chair of the Kid’s Zone for the Susan G Komen Race for the Cure, a board member of Kelsey Cares and chair of Critique & Geek. Angel is an alumni of Leadership West Palm Beach Class of 2017. Contact: aadams@lesserlawfirm.com
Sally Byrd | First Citizens Bank Sally is Vice President at First Citizens Bank and has been in banking management for over thirty years. In addition to her work with First Citizens Bank, Sally has long been involved in the community volunteering for more than thirty years. In late 2015, Governor Rick Scott appointed Ms. Byrd as the Commissioner of the Palm Beach County Housing Authority Board, she immediately was nominated by the board members as the Board Chair through December 2017. Sally is currently a member of the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County, the Executive Trustee Council for the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce as well as a member of the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches Board of Trustees. Contact: sally.byrd@firstcitizens.com
Donna Goldfarb | Servpro of North Palm Beach County/Lake Worth Donna is Director of Business Development / Sales & Marketing / Community Outreach for Servpro of North Palm Beach County - Lake Worth: specializing in fire, water & mold remediation. Donna has actively participated and chaired numerous Palm Beach North Committees and Councils, and various local charity and industry specific organizations. Contact: servpro5474@hotmail.com.
Kay Hicks | Dream Vacations Owner and operator of Dream Vacations, a CruiseOne Company. Kay has been an active Chamber member since 2000 when she moved her Travel Business to Palm Beach County. She has been active in the chamber as an Ambassador, Women In Business Council, and Small Business Council, she received the Chairman's Award in 2009 and was named Volunteer of the Year in 2011. Kay also stays busy training with all of the major ocean and river cruise lines, tour companies and hotel/resort companies. She holds a Master Cruise Counselor from CLIA. Contact: khicks@dreamvacations.com
Jennifer Hofmeister, AICP, LCAM | WGI
Jennifer is a director in the Planning Division for Wantman Group, Inc. (WGI), a national multi-disciplinary consulting firm headquartered in West Palm Beach and specializing in public and private planning, civil engineering, geospatial services, transportation engineering, structural engineering, parking planning and design, architecture, subsurface utility engineering, landscape architecture, g, environmental sciences, and creative services. With extensive experience in urban and regional planning throughout the South and Central Florida area, she oversees the Planning Division’s public outreach services and serves as one of WGI’s business development professionals. Jennifer is an active volunteer for Furry Friends Adoption, Clinic & Ranch, the Humane Society of Greater Jupiter/Tequesta and with the Jupiter Environmental Research and Field Studies Academy (JERSFA). Contact: Jennifer.hofmeister@wginc.com
Elizabeth Houlihan | Keiser University Elizabeth is the Director of Student Services at Keiser University in West Palm Beach. Her role, at the University, is to provide professional development opportunities and career placement assistance for students and graduates. In addition, she oversees campus student organizations and community service activities. Elizabeth is also an Ambassador for the Palm Beach North Chamber and is active in a variety of other chambers and professional organizations within the county. Contact: elizabethh@keiseruniversity.edu
Lisa Lickstein | Lickstein Plastic Surgery At Lickstein Plastic Surgery you will find the training and experience to get the results you desire. Our welcoming team of exceptional staff ensures our cosmetic and reconstructive patients receive the best treatment possible. Whether your goals are preventative, maintenance, rejuvenation or simply relaxation, Lickstein Plastic Surgery is dedicated to helping you look and feel your best. We proudly offer comprehensive, state-of-the-art surgical and non-surgical options to address your specific needs. Come see us! World class care in the welcoming atmosphere you deserve! Contact: llickstein@licksteinplasticsurgery.com
Kimberlee Micolo | Sailfish Mechanical LLC
Kimberlee is the co-owner of Sailfish Mechanical, founded in 2013. Sailfish Mechanical is a full-service heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration contractor servicing commercial customers in Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie County. Contact: kmicolo@sailfishmechanical.com
Nancy Mobberley, CFP | Financial Investment Network, Inc. Nancy founded Financial Investment Network, Inc. in 1999 with the vision of helping women go into their retirement years with confidence and a sense of financial security. With over 30 years in the financial services industry, her knowledge and understanding of investment and retirement planning has provided her a successful and fulfilling practice. Nancy also gives back to her community and is active with the Chamber of Commerce Women In Business Council and Business to Business For Women, to name a few. Contact: nancy@fin-inc.com
Cathy Olsen | Trustbridge Hospice Foundation
Senior Director of Resale Operations since 2003 raising funds to support hospice patient/family programs and services that are not covered by Medicare, Medicaid or private insurances. We accomplish this through donations of furniture, house wares, clothing, jewelry, art work, vehicles and other misc. items. We sell from our three resale shops located in Palm Beach County and a car lot in Loxahatchee. We have free pick up of large items 6 days a week and have the assistance of approximately 130 volunteers to help us accomplish our goals. We are celebrating our 30 year anniversary contributing much needed funds helping to support our families in Palm Beach County. She is a member of Business to Business for Women, Women's Council of Realtors, Chamber of the Palm Beaches, and the Boca Chamber. Contact: colsen@tbfdn.com
Emily M. O’Mahoney, FASLA | 2GHO, Gentile Glas Holloway O’Mahoney & Associates This noted landscape architecture firm specializes in landscape architecture design, land planning and environmental consulting. Serving both public and private clients, the firm has been operating since 1988 and is licensed in Florida and Ohio. Emily is a partner in the firm and the Director of Design. Contact: emily@2gho.com
Sharon Quercioli | Our Wonderful World Media Sharon is the President of Our Wonderful World Media, a cutting edge digital publishing company that provides e-blast, press releases, enewsletters and article marketing dedicated to helping all of us live healthier, happier, greener lives. Sharon was the owner of Sprouts, Inc. for 13 years, which was an innovative company that manufactured eco-friendly plantable seed paper products. Sharon currently serves on the Small Business Council, chairs the CEO Connection and Small Business of the Year and serves on the Women in Business Council. Sharon also served on the Palm Beach North Board of Directors, Healing Touch Buddies and Wheels for Kids boards. She was named “Women of the Year” in 2011 and Sprouts was awarded “Small Business of the Year” in 2009. Contact: sharon@owwmedia.com
Jennifer Sardone-Shiner | JSS Marketing and Public Relations Jennifer currently owns and manages JSS Marketing and PR, and is the former Director of Marketing for the Maltz Jupiter Theatre for the past 13 years. She currently serves on Women in Business Council, and is the current marketing co-chair for the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and member of the Business to Business for Women. She was named the 2014 Young Professional of the Year, and 2016 Council Women of the Year from the Northern Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce. Contact: jssmarketingpr@gmail.com
Alexandra Slaton | SpeedPro Imaging North Palm Beach and Treasure Coast Alexandra is owner and operator of SpeedPro Imaging North Palm Beach and Treasure Coast. Alex has over 20 years of experience in business management and customer service. Her local large format printing company specializes in window, wall and floor graphics, banners, posters, signs, tradeshow displays, vehicle branding on many other print marketing needs. Her studio uses state of the art printing process to create high quality graphics to help build your business. Her team is dedicated to working as your partner. She can help you identify opportunities to advance your business with printed materials and help you develop a visual marketing solution that serves your bottom line. Alex is an active volunteer in her community, a member of the Business to Business for women and also serves on the Boys and Girls Club Palm City Advisory Council. Contact: aslaton@speedpro.com
Rhea Slinger | PGA Commons Rhea is the Director of Marketing for PGA Commons, a distinctive dining, shopping, and entertainment center spanning the south side of PGA Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens, between I-95 and Florida’s Turnpike. PGA Commons is comprised of an eclectic mix of restaurants with outdoor dining, upscale boutiques, retailers, and personal services, as well as fine art galleries, professional offices, and apartments. Rhea also serves on the Board of the Business to Business for Women networking group. Contact: rhea@channingcorporation.com
Virginia M. Spencer | Illustrated Properties Real Estate Virginia is the General Manager of Illustrated Properties. In this capacity she oversees all the activities of all of the company's agents and 23 offices. She manages real estate transactions and handles escrow disputes and is the liaison with community organizations. She organized a commercial division in 2006 and oversees their monthly meetings. In 2005, she helped to organize a group of agents to start Illustrated Properties Charities in 2006 and was instrumental in forming the Community Partnerships Program. Virginia is a past President of Executive Women of Palm Beaches. Contact: virginia@ipre.com
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