May 2013 - The Union Club

Membership News | May 2013
The Union Club
of Cleveland
H H H H H A Platinum Club of America
Legacy Members
Embody Club’s
Past, Present,
and Future
This spring, the Union Club welcomed new
members Jim Hoyt and Callie Hoyt Cornett, who
represent the fourth and fifth generations of the
Hoyt family to belong to the club. Surprisingly,
although Jim and Callie communicate regularly,
neither was aware that the other had decided
to join. “It’s a happy coincidence,” said Jim.
Jim and Callie’s ancestors include three
Union Club presidents, beginning with James
H. Hoyt, whose portrait hangs in the Reading
Room. His son, Elton Hoyt 2nd, is pictured
in a photograph hanging in the club’s lower
corridor. Another photograph in the same
location features Elton (Pete) Hoyt III, Jim’s late
father. Jim’s mother and Callie’s grandmother,
Barbara Hoyt, is a current member.
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Legacy members Callie Hoyt Cornett and Jim Hoyt
The Power of 140
Outstanding!
Goal In Sight. Campaign Continues.
“We are very close to meeting or even exceeding the goal of the Power of 140
membership challenge,” said Marketing, Membership, and Program
Director Sally Weinberg. The membership challenge and the benefits it
offers new members and their proposers extend through July.
“Let’s continue to grow our already vibrant membership,” Weinberg urged.
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From the Manager
Committee Involvement Adds
Value to Your Membership
Dear Members,
Serving on a committee is one of the most
enjoyable aspects of Union Club membership.
It provides opportunities to be creative, brainstorm, and interact with fellow members in a
fun atmosphere while generating new programs and
events. It’s also great way to build new relationships. Involve
yourself in the fiber of your club! Call me or Sally Weinberg to
learn how.
See you at the club,
Claudio Caviglia
Welcome to the Union Club
Meet New Members
Michael Barkoukis is president of SouthWest
Urology and immediate past president of the Parma
Community General Hospital medical staff. Hope is
vice chair of the Department of Nutrition at CWRU
School of Medicine. They have three children.
Michael is a scuba diver and fisherman.
Joseph Bauer is founder and principal of Bauer
Advising. He was previously chief legal counsel
of Lubrizol Corporation for some 20 years. He and
Gloria have three adult daughters and are avid
fly fishers and golfers. They reside near Ann Arbor,
Mich., but maintain a home in Solon.
Michael Bee is managing director of Boyd Watterson Asset Management and a trustee of Lake
Erie College. Michelle is a teacher. They have two
daughters and just completed a total renovation
of their 100-year-old Cleveland Heights home.
They often visit their second home in Chicago.
Anthony Constantine is a senior manager with
Ciuni & Panichi. His fiancé, Elizabeth Mekker, is an
assistant real estate manager with CB Richard Ellis.
They live downtown and savor all the city has to
offer. Tony and Beth will marry in January.
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Robert Gudbranson is chief financial officer of
Invacare and serves on the board of the Cleveland
Orchestra. He and his wife, Joon-Li Kim, support
many organizations. They live in Cleveland Heights
and have two children.
Robert Horton is vice president of marketing for
AkzoNobel Paints North America. He is on the
boards of Beaumont School and the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission. Rob and Liz have three
children and live in Chagrin Falls.
James Hoyt is sales director and managing partner
of Essar Steel Minnesota. Fofie owns Falls Travel,
Chagrin Falls. Jim is on the board of Lochland
School, Geneva, N.Y. He is a member of the band Fat
City Rock ‘n’ Roll, plays squash, and enjoys boating
and fishing. The couple have four grown children.
George Hunter is an associate in Jones Day’s mergers and acquisitions practice. He lives downtown
and is building a home in Tremont with his fiancée
Caitlin Kozan, an associate in Jones Day’s banking
and finance practice.
Brian Kelly is a partner with PricewaterhouseCoopers, where he leads the Lake Erie market mergers
and acquisitions practice. Katie is a dentist with
Williams Family Dental. They live in Westlake with
their 4-year-old twins.
Douglas Kisgen is an organizational consultant
and personality expert. He recently sold a company
that twice made Inc. magazine’s list of America’s
5,000 fastest-growing private companies.
Doug and Kate have five children and live in
Kansas City, Kan.
Philip Kushner is an attorney at Kushner & Hamed.
He plays piano with area bluegrass and rockabilly
bands and enjoys tennis, squash, and running. Phil
and Judy, an interior designer, live in Shaker Heights
and have two grown sons.
Sean-Michael Kvacek is director of investment
relations and marketing for a boutique hedge fund.
Earlier in his career, he taught business English
in Spain. He is on the board of Opera Circle in
Cleveland and loves music, culture, travel, and
photography.
Calla Cornett is an assistant vice president and
wealth strategist with Hawthorn, PNC Family
Wealth. Adam is a senior attorney with ABA Insurance Services. Callie and Adam have a baby girl.
They love to boat and spend time with family.
Thomas McDonald is president and CEO of McDonald Partners. He is chairman of the board of trustees
of the MetroHealth System and board president of
the Shoreby Club. Tom and Carol live in Bratenahl
and have two grown sons. They enjoy boating and
relaxing on the Lake Erie islands.
Pamela Davis is dean of CWRU School of Medicine
and vice president of medical affairs. She and Jim
Herget, an independent search consultant, were
recently married. “[We] believe in working on our
health, second chances, and good things for tomorrow,” wrote Pam from the couple’s honeymoon
retreat on St. John Island.
Nicholas Rennillo is vice president with Veritext
Legal Solutions. Cristina is a manager at Rosetta.
Both are active in the Northern Ohio Italian American Foundation, and Nick is on the executive board
of Alta House. They enjoy skiing, golfing, running,
yoga, and Cleveland sports.
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Legacy Members
Michael Forde Ripich is president of AT&F Steel,
an international company that fabricates largescale components for a broad array of industries.
He lives in Rocky River and likes to sail and travel.
John Saada is a partner at Jones Day and the cochair of its funds services practice. He is on several
boards, including the Association for Corporate
Growth, the Positive Education Program, and the
United Way of Greater Cleveland. He and Eliza live
in Pepper Pike and have two sons.
Katherine Stovsky is a student at ClevelandMarshall College of Law. She will work as a summer
associate at Jones Day. Katie lives downtown and
enjoys exploring the city. She and her father,
Richard, are training for a half-marathon.
Mark Taylor is professor of accountancy at the
Weatherhead School of Management. Effective
July 1, he will be chair of the school’s Department
of Accountancy. He is a runner and cyclist and an
instrument-rated private pilot. Mark and his wife,
Rozann Riches, have five children.
Thomas Welsh is a partner at Calfee, Halter &
Griswold. He is an avid Cleveland sports fan and is
on the board of directors of the Cleveland Baseball
Federation. Tom lives in North Royalton and plays
basketball and golf.
Charles Zellmer is a member of McDonald Hopkins
and chair of the firm’s business department.
Ann is an attorney with the Cleveland Clinic. Both
are active volunteers and non-profit board members.
They have spent the last two summers bicycling in
Europe and are scuba divers and golfers. They have
two daughters.
James H. Hoyt, Elton Hoyt 2nd, and Elton (Pete) Hoyt III
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“Ask [Jim] about the ring he wears. I believe it’s the same
ring you will see on the hand of James H. Hoyt in the Reading
Room,” wrote recently deceased member Ned Whelan, who
valued legacy members, in his endorsement letter for Jim. “Ned
was always fascinated by that,” said Jim, noting that he owns
the ring but rarely wears it. Knowledge of club history is one of the gifts that legacy
members can offer, according to Jim and Callie. “Just as important, legacy members reflect the fact that people are staying
in Cleveland, that they believe in the city and the continuing
relevance of the club,” said Callie, whose professional colleague,
Geoffrey Williams, the club’s treasurer, encouraged her to join.
While Jim and Callie are at opposite ends of the career
spectrum, both cite professional advantages among their
reasons for joining. For Jim, whose business requires extensive
travel, reciprocal club privileges are appealing. Callie welcomes
the opportunity to network with new and established professionals.
“As a kid, it was hugely impressive to come to the club and
meet the captains of industry who were here,” said Jim, who
remembers frequent lunches at the club with his dad. “It’s wonderful that the club has been beautifully maintained yet also
modernized to be highly functional for today’s members.”
Private Lives
In Memoriam
Members Honored
for Achievements in Public Relations
Thanks for
the Memories
Two club members were honored at the annual awards program
of the Greater Cleveland Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America.
Joe Marinucci, president and
CEO of the Downtown Cleveland Alliance, won the John W.
Hill Award, which is granted to
Cleveland-area chief executives
who demonstrate a keen,
career-long appreciation of
public relations.
Rick Batyko, president of
the Regional Marketing
Alliance of Northeast Ohio
(Cleveland Plus), received the
Lighthouse Award, which
honors senior public relations
professionals for their career
accomplishments.
DO YOU HELP CLEVELAND KIDS?
Do you coach, tutor, or otherwise help children who live in the
Cleveland Metropolitan School District? We want to share your story.
Contact Sally Weinberg ([email protected]).
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Over the past year, 11 members passed
away. We salute them for their personal
attributes, professional achievements,
and civic and philanthropic contributions.
Above all, we cherish them as friends
and colleagues. We will observe a
moment of silence in their honor at
the annual meeting.
Bourne P. Dempsey
Joseph T. Gorman
George Gund III
William R. Joseph
Karen Lux
Ruth Newell
Edgar Ostendorf
Dudley J. Taw
Tinkham Veale II
Edward P. Whelan
Dr. Norman Zaworski
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Food and Beverage
Special Opportunities
Buy Discounted Broadway
Series Tickets
Dinner Showcases
Gems From
the Emerald Isle
Whiskey lovers throughout 400 years
have cherished Ireland’s Old Bushmills
Distillery. Discover why at the Bushmills
Dinner at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 30.
Bushmills, Bushmills 10, Bushmills 16,
Bushmills Black Bush, and Bushmills
Honey will pair, respectively, with spiced
squash bouchee, chilled tart cherry soup,
praline seared duck breast, veal tenderloin medallions, and lavender cake.
Spirits expert Joe DuLuca will guide the
exploration. Call for reservations.
Up and Coming
Reserve Your
Place at
Summer’s Best
Golf Outing
Call the club to purchase discounted tickets to two
KeyBank Broadway Series performances.
GUYS AND DOLLS
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26, 7:30 PM
Hanna Theatre
Lower-level seating
$56 per ticket (non-refundable)
THE LION KING
TUESDAY, JULY 23, 7:30 PM
State Theatre
Main-floor seating
$62 per ticket (non-refundable)
Parking in our garage is complimentary, and dinner at the club is the perfect
preface to each performance. Tickets will be billed to your club account.
Call soon, as quantities are limited.
Technology
Fitness and Wellness
Step Into the City
With the
Walking Club
Make your reservations today through
May 31 for the Union Club’s annual golf
outing at noon on Tuesday, June 18,
at Kirtland Country Club. All members
and their guests are invited to participate.
Leave your desk for a healthy walk in the
city. No need to change clothes. Just grab
your walking shoes, invite a friend, and
join us!
FORMAT: Mini shotgun
players in teams of four
SCORING: TBD
PRICE: Kirtland non-members,
$160 plus tax; Kirtland members,
$125 plus tax
Includes use of the driving range, a
welcome from Kirtland Pro Tim Bennett,
a cookout lunch, and a follow-up cocktail reception. Contact the Fitness Center
for more information. Tune up for this
great event!
“The golf outing has come to
be a time when our foursome
can spend four-plus hours
having a relaxing good time.
The day is well planned,
and the food is excellent.
I wouldn’t miss it.”
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— Lou Masterson
Be Safe in
Cyberspace
WHO: Union Club members
and their guests
WHEN: 12:30 to 1 p.m., every Wednesday,
May through August
“Safe Computing in a Digital World,” the
third event in the Technology and You
Series, will introduce ways to secure
information stored and exchanged digitally.
Eric A. Vanderburg, MBA, CISSP, director
of cybersecurity at Jurinnov, will lead the
luncheon presentation at noon on Friday,
May 17.
“Cyberspace is a dangerous world.
This seminar will demonstrate
that protecting yourself doesn’t have
to be difficult.”
WHERE: Meet at the Fitness Center.
A staff member will lead the group on
a downtown walking route.
HEALTHY LIVING TIP
Munch a piece of celery
after drinking red wine
to naturally scrub
away stain and
brighten your teeth.
— Tim Opsitnick
Technology Committee member
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Coming Events RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Check the Union Club website at www.theunionclub.org
for details about standing monthly events, including
Dividend Happy Hour (1st and 3rd Thursdays) and Just Lunch (last Tuesdays).
BREAKFAST WITH LEADERS
WED, 5/8, 7:30 AM
D. Scott Looney, head of Hawken School since
2006, has enlivened the campus and inspired the
community by launching the school’s Readiness
Initiative and developing the urban extension
campus in University Circle. More than an
educator and administrator, he is a widely
published author and lecturer. A members-only event;
$20 plus tax and service charge; includes breakfast and parking.
ANNUAL MEETING AND PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION
WED, 5/15
Meeting at 5 p.m.; reception at 5:30 p.m.
Review the past fiscal year and then celebrate with
incoming and outgoing officers and board members.
TODAY’S TECHNOLOGY AND YOU, EVENT III:
SAFE COMPUTING IN A DIGITAL WORLD
FRI, 5/17, 12 PM
Gather tips for securing information stored and exchanged
digitally. $27 plus tax and service charge; includes lunch
and parking.
BUSHMILLS WHISKEY TASTING
THURS, 5/30, 6 PM
Spirits expert Joe DuLuca leads the exploration of whiskies
from the Emerald Isle’s Old Bushmills distillery throughout
a sumptuous five-course dinner. $65 plus tax and service
charge; includes parking.
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH
SUN, 5/12, 11:30 AM
This fabulous annual brunch is worthy of all the special women
in your life – one of the club’s great family gatherings!
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND BREAK
The club will close Friday, May 24, at 2:30 p.m.
and will reopen Tuesday, May 28.
Group Exercise
GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES ARE FREE
All classes except yoga are free of charge. Class reservations
are required, with a minimum of two participants. Yoga classes
are $20 per class or $75 for five classes. Please contact the Fitness
Center for a complete class schedule.
FITNESS CENTER
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND HOURS
Friday, May 24, closes at 2:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, May 25
and 26, open 5:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Monday, May 27, closed.
Save the Date
BREAKFAST WITH LEADERS
WED, 6/12, 7:30 AM
Featuring Christopher Connor, chairman
and CEO, Sherwin-Williams Company.
SUMMER IN THE CITY PARTY
FRI, 8/9
Mark your calendar now!
ANNUAL GOLF OUTING
TUES, 6/18, 12 PM
Register until May 31 for a day of golf and
fellowship at Kirtland Country Club. Includes
lunch and follow-up cocktail reception.
$160 plus tax; Kirtland members, $125 plus tax.
BLIND WHISKEY TASTING
THURS, 6/20, 5:30 PM
Get to know Cleveland Whiskey.
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Did You
Know?
The Union Club
houses one of
the area’s most
significant collections
of works by regional
artists. Preserving
and growing the
collection is the
mission of the Union
Club Foundation.
This oil painting,
“Washer Women”
(1889) by John F.
Kavanagh (18541898), hangs in the
Main Dining Room.
Board of Trustees
and Officers
William H. Coquillette
President
Brent D. Ballard
Vice President and Secretary
Geoffrey B. C. Williams
Treasurer
Linda L. Bluso
Howard B. Edelstein
Art J. Falco
Randell McShepard
Jakki Nance
Billie K. Rawot
Cynthia V. Schulz
Daniel P. Walsh
Jeffrey J. Weaver
Eric V. Bacon
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