10-Feb-11: George W. Venables
Pending Reclassfication

George W. Venables, former U.S. Marshal, Southern District of California, introduced himself to Club 33 today. George recently left the U.S. Marshals Service, the agency responsible for protection of federal judiciary, witness protection program and management of federally seized assets. He has resided in San Diego for 15 years and George is married to his wife, Mary. They have two grown children. George enjoys golf. April Langwell, Bill Gore and Karen Hewitt are his sponsors.

2-Jun-11: Gary Wang
Federal Government - SPAWAR

Gary Wang, “Federal Government – SPAWAR,” introduced himself to Club 33 today. Gary is the Director Corporate Operations/Command Information Officer of the Dept. of Navy Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command. Gary and wife Jeanne like traveling, camping and hiking with their three teen-agers. He is active in the Boy Scouts of America, Federal Asian Pacific America Council and the American Asian Government Executive Network. Sarah Lamade, Tom Gehring and Mary Zoeller are his sponsors.

3-Dec-09: Todd Poling
Valuation Services - Corporate

Todd Poling, “Valuation Services – Corporate,” introduced himself to Club 33 today. Todd is the founder and president of Vantage Point Advisors, Inc., a company that provides corporate valuation services and financial advisory services. Todd and his wife Rosy have lived in San Diego for ten years and they enjoy hiking, travel and reading. Todd is a graduate of USD – that would be the University of South Dakota!

Keith McKenzie, John Van Deusen and Steve Bond are his sponsors.

19-Nov-09: Elena L. Salsitz
Honorary Member

Elena L. Salsitz, Honorary Consul of the United Kingdom, Great Britain and Ireland, was introduced as our newest Honorary Member to Club 33 by George Gildred. Honorary Members are approved throughout the year and renewed annually by the San Diego Rotary Club Board of Directors.

22-Oct-09: Christina Elliott
Advertising - Specialty Products, A. A.

Christina Elliott, “Advertising – Specialty Products, A. A.,” also introduced herself to Club 33 today. Chris is the owner of LPE, Inc., a producer of branded gift, give-away and apparel promotional products specializing in t-shirts and corporate clothing. Her company is 11 years old and she is a 24-year resident of San Diego. She enjoys golf, travel, reading and her husband Gregory Manion. Jen Martino, Jerry Doran and John Van Deusen are her sponsors.

22-Oct-09: Carolyn Balfour McCormick
Law - Medical Malpractice

Carolyn Balfour McCormick, “Law – Medical Malpractice,” introduced herself to Club 33 today. Cari is an attorney at Belsky & Associates, a firm that specializes in medical malpractice defense. She has been a member of the firm for 8 years and a resident of San Diego for over 32 years. She enjoys travel, cooking, walking and her husband Patrick. Cari is the daughter of Dr. Donald Balfour, her primary sponsor. Brad Saunders and Dr. R. B. Johnson are her other sponsors.

8-Oct-09: Irene McCormack
Port District

Irene McCormack, classification “Port District,” introduced herself to Club 33 today. Irene is Assistant Vice-president, Government Affairs & Communications for the San Diego Unified Port District. She has been with the Port for 5 years and before that she was a journalist for 25 years at the SD Union-Tribune. Her husband’s name is Gordon Davis and Irene enjoys working with glass beads and photography. Ben Clay, Steve Cushman and Nikki Clay are her sponsors.

24-Sep-09: April Langwell
Federal Government - FBI

April L. Langwell, classification “Federal Government – Federal Bureau of Investigation,” introduced herself to Club 33 today. April is the Public Affairs Specialist for the FBI in San Diego and she has been with the agency for five years. April enjoys running, biking, golf, tennis, hiking and kayaking. Stan Hartman, Steve Hubbard and Budd Rubin are her sponsors.

27-Aug-09: Robert W. Bauchman
Banking - Trust

Robert W. Bauchman, classification “Banking – Trust,” introduced himself to Club 33 today.

Bob is the Region President of Northern Trust, NA, a company that provides trust, investment and private banking services to its clients. He and his wife Maureen have five children, Robert, Chris, Alexander, Stephen and Oliver. They enjoy skiing, scuba diving and golf. Garet Clark, Jack White and Martha Dennis are Bob’s sponsors.

20-Aug-09: James H. Buley
Financial Planning - A.A.

James H. Buley, classification “Financial Planning – A.A.,” introduced himself to Club 33 today. James is the President/Owner of Buley Wealth Management Group, a company that specializes in retirement distribution planning. He is a 16-year resident of SD with his wife, Lori, and their children, Chad and Kyra. They like sailing, boating and snow skiing. Mike Morton, John Driscoll and Guy Maddox are James’ sponsors.

13-Aug-09: Richard Gentry
Municipal Government - Housing

Richard Gentry, classification “Municipal Government – Housing,” also introduced himself to Club 33 today. Rick is the President and CEO of the San Diego Housing Commission which provides affordable housing services for the City of San Diego. He and his wife, Deborah, recently moved to SD from Chicago. He was born on the 4th of July! Andrew Poat, Dick Murphy and Joe Horiye are Rick’s sponsors.

13-Aug-09: Serhat Pala
Health Services - Diagnostic Testing

Serhat Pala, classification “Health Services – Diagnostic Testing,” introduced himself to Club 33 today. Serhat is the President of TestCountry, a medical diagnostic and testing service provider. He’s an 11-year resident of San Diego. Serhat and his wife, Zeynep Ilgaz, have two children, Kenan and Arden. His introduction day is also his birthday. Kobe Bogaert, Tom Gable and Judy Thompson are Serhat’s sponsors.

16-Jul-09: Paul Byrne
Information Technology Management

Paul Byrne, classification “Information Technology Management,” introduced himself to Club 33 today. Paul is the Founder/President of ReadyTECH, a company that provides outsource management and support for business networks in San Diego County. He has lived in San Diego for 46 years and Paul enjoys golfing, skiing & fishing with his wife, Karen, son, Kevin and daughter, Erin. Jerry Doran, Mel Katz and Stan Hartman are Paul’s sponsors.

16-Jul-09: Ed Ecker
Office Products

Ed Ecker, classification “Office Products,” also introduced himself to Club 33 today. Ed is the General Manager of Give Something Back, a company that sells 40,000 business products for next-day delivery and donates profits to local non-profit agencies. He is married to Nancy and they have three sons, Chadd, Brett and Gregg. The family enjoys hiking, kayaking and swimming. Jen Martino, John Van Deusen and Kobe Bogaert are Ed’s sponsors.

18-Jun-09: Karen Cebreros
Organic Coffee

Karen Cebreros, classification “Organic Coffee,” was introduced by Bonnie Schwartz, her sponsor. Karen is the CEO of Elan Organic Coffees, the company she started in 1990 to develop and import organic coffee. She earned a biology degree from SDSU and worked for Xerox before brewing up her coffee company. Peg Eddy and Ramona Walker are her secondary sponsors.

18-Jun-09: Richard Cox
Hotels-Luxury

Richard Cox, classification “Hotels-Luxury,” was introduced by Bob Arnhym, his sponsor.

Richard is the General Manager of The Westgate Hotel and he has worked there for 20 years. He and his wife Catherine have three teens, John, Patrick and Melanie. They enjoy golf, hiking and motor boating. Georg Hochfilzer and Bert Wahlen are his secondary sponsors.

11-Jun-09: Thomas Karlo
Communications - Public Broadcasting

Thomas Karlo, classification “Communications – Public Broadcasting,” was introduced by Gloria Penner, his sponsor. Tom is the General Manager of KPBS which is located at San Diego St. Univ. Tom has been with KPBS for 35 years. He and his wife, Julie, enjoy golf, hiking and gardening. Vince Mudd and Joyce Gattas are his secondary sponsors.

11-Jun-09: James Bayne
Risk Management

James Bayne, classification “Risk Management,” was introduced by Jim Reynolds, his sponsor. James is the Area President for BB&T – John Burnham Insurance Services. He’s a Past President of the West Wichita RC. He and his wife, Rena, enjoy golf and travelling together. Malin Burnham and Hal Sadler are secondary sponsors.

4-Jun-09: Ann Hill
Healthcare - Concierge Medicine

Ann Hill, classification “Healthcare – Concierge Medicine,” was introduced by Jo Dee Jacob, her sponsor. Ann is the office manager for John D. Hill, M.D., Inc., a family practice providing concierge primary care. Her husband is Dr. John and she is a member of the State Bar of CA, the Association of Fundraising Professionals and enjoys gardening and rowing. Linda Moore and Stan Hartman are her secondary sponsors.

28-May-09: Walter Lam
Social Service & Welfare—Alliance for African Assistance

Walter Lam, classification “Social Services & Welfare – Alliance for African Assistance”, was introduced by Roger Haines, his sponsor. Walter is the President/CEO of the Alliance which is a voluntary resettlement agency and social service provider. He has lived in San Diego for 23 years and his wife’s name is Evelyn. Walter enjoys reading, jogging and Toastmasters. Bill McDade and Mary Walshok are his secondary sponsors.

21-May-09: Greg Pyke
Law – Business Practice, A. A.

Greg Pyke, classification “Law – Business Practice, A. A.”, was introduced by Bob Russell, his sponsor. Greg is a partner of Best Best & Krieger, LLP, a firm that practices in the business and real estate transaction fields. His wife of 32 years is Janice and they have lived in San Diego for 30 years. Golf, tennis and skiing are among his hobbies. John Morrell and Steve Treadgold are his secondary sponsors.

21-May-09: Lisa Bruner
Health Services – Alzheimer’s Association

Lisa Bruner, classification “Health Services – Alzheimer’s Association,” was introduced by Sheryl Bilbrey, her sponsor. Lisa is the Executive Director of the San Diego/Imperial Chapter that provides education and support to people who have Alzheimer’s disease and to their families and caretakers. She and her husband, Michael, have four teenagers, Michelle, John, David and Chris. Bink Cook and Doug Sawyer are her secondary sponsors.

14-May-09: Mike Conner
Water Treatment

Mike Conner, classification “Water Treatment”, was introduced by John Sands, his sponsor. Mike is the President of Phoenix Water Management, LLC is also a member of the SD Building Engineers and the American Institute of Plant Engineers. Paul Hartley III and Judy Thompson, his wife, are his secondary sponsors.

23-Apr-09: Todd Jackson
Construction - Home Remodeling

Todd Jackson, classification “Construction – Home Remodeling”, was introduced by Jim Groen, his sponsor. Todd is the President and CEO of Jackson Design & Remodeling, a company with 19 years of history in San Diego. He is also the President of the Natl. Assoc. of the Remodeling Industry. Todd is married to Heidi Watson. Darren Cecil and Edwin Kofler are his secondary sponsors.

16-Apr-09: Frank Baldwin
Investment-Wealth Management, A. A.

Frank Baldwin, classification “Investment – Wealth Management, A. A.”, was introduced by Bill Gore, his sponsor. Frank is a Senior Vice-president of Investments in The Baldwin Group at UBS in La Jolla. He is married to Michelle and they have lived in San Diego for 25 years. He enjoys fishing, surfing and gardening. Scott McClendon and Herb Klein are his other sponsors.

9-Apr-09: Andrew J. Liska
Law - Litigation, A. A.

Andrew J. Liska, classification “Law – Litigation Practice A. A.”, was introduced by Phil Blair, his sponsor. He is the head of the litigation department at Abbene, Alcock & Liska, APC. Andy is a 40-year resident of San Diego and his wife’s name is Barbara. He likes cycling and playing the guitar. Mel Katz and Ian Gill are his other sponsors.

2-Apr-09: R. Bruce Drake
Youth Organizations-Boy Scouts of America

R. Bruce Drake, classification “Youth Organizations – Boy Scouts of America”, was introduced by Pat Caughey, his sponsor. Bruce is the Exploring Executive of the San Diego – Imperial Council of the BSA and a former member of the Rotary Club of Monroe, NC. He and his wife, Victoria, enjoy walking and reading. Buddy Thomas and Jo Dee Jacob are his other sponsors.

12-Mar-09: Paula Cordeiro
Education-Private-Leadership & Education Services

Paula Cordeiro, classification “Education-Private-Leadership & Education Services”, was introduced by Frank Arrington, her primary sponsor. Paula is the Dean of the University of San Diego’s School of Leadership and Education Services. She enjoys sailing and hiking with her husband David O’Brien. Vince Mudd and Mary Lyons are Paula’s secondary sponsors.

26-Feb-09: John Wilson III
Museum - Art, A. A.

John H. Wilson, III, classification “ Museum-Art, A. A.”, was introduced by Derrick Cartwright, his primary sponsor. John is the Executive Director of the Timken Museum of Art. His wife’s name is Anna and they have three children, John IV, Anna Sophia and Veronica Teresa. Pat Crowell and Dick Troncone are his other sponsors.

26-Feb-09: Richard Kwiatkowski
Airport Authority

Richard Kwiatkowski, classification “Airport Authority”, was introduced by Marlee J Ehrenfeld, his primary sponsor. Richard is the Director of Marketing for the SD County Regional Airport Authority. His wife’s name is Jennifer and they have two children, Anthony and Alaina. Ben Haddad and Kevin Leap are his other sponsors.

19-Feb-09: Roberta (Bobbie) Spoon
Certified Public Accounting - Forensic

Roberta (Bobbie) Spoon, classification “Certified Public Accounting- Forensic”, was introduced by Fred Baranowski, her primary sponsor. Bobbie is a partner and 20 year employee at Brodshatzer, Wallace, Spoon & Yip. She enjoys golfing, biking and being married to Bob Wallace. Joan Friedenberg & Judy Thompson are her secondary sponsors.

19-Feb-09: David M. Kahn
Museums - Historical

David M. Kahn, classification “Museums-Historical”, was introduced by Hal Sadler, his sponsor. David is the Executive Director at the San Diego Historical Society & he collects East Asian folk art. Pat Crowell and Jim Hall are his other sponsors.

29-Jan-09: Ray Ellis
Consultant - Marketing, A. A.

Company: Ellis & Associates, LLC

Title: Managing Partner

Sponsors: Peg Eddy, Judy McDonald, Scott Silverman

22-Jan-09: Joe Dolphin
Retired - Medevac Service

Company: Medevac

Title: President

Sponsors: Dennis Kenneally, Steve Hubbard, Stan Hartman

22-Jan-09: Capt. Thomas H. Farris, U.S. Coastguard
Military Liaison

Company: U S Coast Guard

Title: Commander of Coast Guard Sector San Diego

Sponsor: Dennis Kenneally

22-Jan-09: T. D. Rolf
Real Estate Services - Commercial Leasing, A. A.

Company: Studley, Inc.

Title: Managing Director

Sponsors: Mario Bourdon, John Van Deusen, Mike Murphy

15-Jan-09: Lee Burdick
Law - Business, A. A.

Company: Higgs, Fletcher & Mack, LLP

Title: Partner

Sponsors: Martha Dennis, Chris Cramer, Joe Craver

8-Jan-09: Linda Markiewicz
Social Service & Welfare—Salvation Army

Company: Salvation Army

Title: Major

Sponsors: Joyce Glazer, Jim Fitzpatrick, John Zygowicz

11-Dec-08: Diane Martin
Pension Services

Company: Sheffler & Martin, Inc.

Title: President

Sponsors: Jerry Duran, Lewis Linson, Woody Ledford

4-Dec-08: Philippe Cesson
Management Consultant - Marketing

Company: CESSON

Title: President & CEO

Sponsors: Rodney Moll, Dan Yates, Emile Misiraca

22-Jan-09: Bill McDade
Orthopedic Surgery

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Bill McDade joined Rotary in 1971. He is a member of the Rotary Club of San Diego #33 and has served in various positions of responsibility in his Club and was Club President in- 1997-98. He was the founding member of of the Rotary sponsored MOST (Mercy Outreach Surgical Team) program and over the past 10 years has made numerous trips to Mexico providing orthopaedic care for poor and under privileged children in that country. He has served as a Rotary International Volunteer Orthopaedic Surgeon in Malawi Africa on 3 occasions over the past 5 years and will be returning to Malawi Africa for the 4th time on this trip...

He organized the fund raising for D-5340 "Operation Malawi" 2 years ago which provided new orthopaedic equipment for the 34 rural and city hospitals in that country personally returning with other Rotarians to deliver the equipment and organized the "Wheelchairs for Malawi" project this past year that has resulted in some 2,000 wheelchairs to be delivered in Malawi.... a project of District 5340 and The Wheelchair Foundation.

Bill received his AB and MD degrees from Stanford University and his Orthopaedic training from the University of California/San Francisco. Bill was an orthopaedic surgeon in private practice for some 30 years in San Diego and an Associate Clinical Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, UCSD. He retired from active practice in 1996.

He served as District Governor, D-5340 in 2000-200. He is married to Carol and has 3 children and 5 grandchildren.