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THE FORT WORTH CLUB

Socrates in the CitySocrates

in the CityRemembering

Charles RinglerRemembering

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Spring 2013A Platinum Club of AmericaESTABLiSHED 1885

Johnny Manziel, 2012 Davey O’Brien National Quarterback Award® Winner

Davey O’Brien Awards Davey O’Brien Awards Davey O’Brien Awards

Eddie LeBaron 2012 Davey O’Brien

Legends Award Recipient

Pat Evans 2012 Charles Ringler

Founder’s Award Recipient

Elizabeth Crowling 2012 Davey O’Brien

High School Scholarship Award Recipient

Bobby McGee 2012 Charles Ringler

Founder’s Award Recipient

36th AnnuAl

Davey O’Brien Awards

FEATurE 10 36th Annual Davey O’Brien Awards Featuring Davey O’Brien Quarterback Award Winner Johnny “Football” Manziel

DEpArTmEnTS

6 news: What’s happening around the Club

8 Welcome new members

16 Connections: Remembering Charles Ringler, founder of the Davey O’Brien Foundation

17 Tenant Spotlight: Robert Molloy, Southwest Bank

18 Wedding Spotlight: Katie Bruster and Alex Segreti

19 Employee Spotlight: Blake Barakat, Athletic Center Front Desk

20 Athletic Center: Dive into Scuba & go Greek with yogurt

23 Club Events & programming

26 Club Connections: A photo gallery

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Tim Carter, President Michael Appleman

Larry BrogdonJon BrumleyPam Drenner

Jim EstillWalter FortneyArnie GachmanRandy GideonAlbon HeadGrant James

Mike MoncriefLynn Montgomery

Beth RiversJohn Roach

John Robinson

Junior AdvisorJoseph DeWoody

mEmBErSHipCOmm iTTEE

Albon Head, ChairmanLarry Autrey

Michelle AurzadaConnie BeckJohn BlackKim Booker

Debby BrownFreddie CaramYvonne CollinsRhonda Crass

Cory CurryMichael DawsonJoseph DeWoody

Pam DrennerRobert Early

David GoodroeGrant JamesSid Johnston

Cheryl KimberlingJ.R. Labbe

Don MarableMichael Mayes

Carl MoodyBrian NewbyDavid Parker

John Robinson

THE FORT WORTH CLUBMagazineSpring 2013

The Fort Worth Club306 West Seventh StreetFort Worth, Texas 76102Main: 817-336-7211Fax: 817-335-7737www.fortworthclub.com

For editorial and advertisinginformation:Celestina Blok, Marketing [email protected]

Photography: Glen Ellman & Fort Worth Club staff

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Socrates in the City: Conversations on the Examined Life is a forum originally founded in New York City by best-selling author Eric Metaxas to encourage busy professionals to think about bigger questions in life. Club members have been generous to sponsor the forum approximately twice annually. Speakers have included Metaxas on two of his best-sellers, Bonhoffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy and Amazing Grace: William Wilberforce and the Heroic Campaign to End Slavery, and nationally syndicated radio talk show host Dennis Prager on his recent book, Still the Best Hope: Why the World Needs American Values to Triumph. Forums are hosted by Metaxas and are both thought-provoking and entertaining. Join us for the next Socrates in the City on April 1 with author and guest speaker Os Guinness.

Junior Mentor Dinner Series is a prestigious mentoring program designed to enhance the professional development of our city’s future leaders. Throughout the four-month Series, junior members meet and learn from some of Fort Worth’s most respected leaders by participating in stimulating, topic-driven, roundtable discussions. The Series concludes with a keynote speaker who inspires and motivates young professionals as they look to the future and pursue their careers.

Junior Professionals Lunch is a forum for expanding professional affiliationsand establishing connections with fellow members. The luncheon also provides junior members the opportunity to hear from community leaders on relevant topics.

Executive Women of The Fort Worth Club is a group of dynamic women who gather to inspire, motivate and encourage one another by sharing the successes and challenges of being women in leadership.

Women’s Lunch Connection is about meeting and connecting with friends. Luncheons are centered around fabulous speakers on a wide variety of topics, including food, wine, health, financial prowess, fashion, decorating, authors and more. Member’s guests are welcome.

Outdoor Sports Club is comprised of Club members who enjoy conservation and an appreciation of the outdoors. Activities range from hunting, fishing, game dinners, education and family events. Beginners and avid outdoorsmen alike are welcome to enjoy the easy camaraderie found among Outdoor Sports Club members.

Members connect at the Fort Worth Club through quality, diverse and unique

programming.

By keeping in tune with

what’s important to

members, be it building

professional or personal

relationships, the Club

continually provides

programs and events that

are relevant, engaging

and exclusive.

endurance. strength. vision.

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Strength in numbersWe have a 25 year history of providing a welcome home to trusted financial consultants – right here at the Fort Worth Club. Since 1987, we have been building wealth for clients through smart moves and strategic plays. Alongside dedicated independent reps, we help our clients reach their financial goals.

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nEWS Spring 2013

For the second year in a row, The Fort Worth Club hosted more than 100 Fort Worth firefighters on Thanksgiving Day to a complimentary brunch. Firefighters came from battalions all over the city and enjoyed a meal in the Library along with NFL football on flat screen TVs and visits from Mayor Betsy Price and former mayor Mike Moncrief. Chef Tim Prefontaine was presented with an honorary firefighter’s helmet for his generosity.

Club to host nACAD 2013The Fort Worth Club is hosting the 2013

National Association of Club Athletic

Directors basketball tournament in

partnership with TCU in April. Each

year the tournament is made up of

approximately 30-35 teams, with 300-

500 players and spectators. All players

are resident members at their respective

area club. Some of the Clubs involved

include Multnomah Athletic Club, Los

Angeles Athletic Club, New York Athletic

Club, Missouri Athletic Club, Detroit

Athletic Club, Washington Athletic Club

and more.

Each fall The Fort Worth Club Outdoor Sports Club hosts its annual Wild Game Dinner to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth. The club voted to use remaining proceeds from last year’s event to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tarrant County. The Outdoor Sports Club hosts a variety of events including hunting, fishing, “how to” classes, qualification classes, hunter safety courses and family activities.

(Left to right) Ronald McDonald House Board Chairman and past Wild Game Dinner co-chair, David Goodroe, Roberta Meyer and Jennifer Woods of Big Brothers Big Sisters, and Outdoor Sports Club committee member, Bruce Moon.


Club hosts Fort Worth firefighters for Thanksgiving Brunch

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Tax Update & Planning Strategies: Have We Fallen Off the “Cliff”?

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Focus on new members

WelcomePlease welcome the following new members who joined the Club in October, November and December. The Club would like to thank all new member sponsors. We look forward to your future support in introducing new members to the Club. – Denise Harmon, Membership Director

Antonio AllenCantey HangerKim AllenTexas Health ResourcesSponsor: Brian Newby

Stan AllenMorrison Supply CompanyDeborah AllenHomemakerSponsor: Darrell Hawkins

Doug AllisonEnertradeStephanie AllisonHomemakerSponsor: William Van Wyk

John AltmanFirst Enterprise CorpSharon Altman RetiredReinstatement

Adam BermanHiley CarsCarole BermanHomemakerSponsor: Jason Hiley

Chris BiggsOklahoma House of RepresentativesSponsor: William BiggsLegacy Program Participant

Gyna BivensNorth Texas LeadReinstatement

Geof BowieThink FixedChristine BowieFort Worth ZooReinstatement

Robert BrockwayBill Ussery Motors Paula BrockwayHomemakerSponsor: Carol Dunaway

Kevin BryantInwood National BankLora BryantHomemakerSponsor: Mike Thomas

Rick Carrillo Carrillo Funeral HomesReinstatement

Brandon CateCT Trading LLCSponsor: Austin Berry

Jim ClinkscalesPacific LifeAnn ClinkscalesRetiredReinstatement

John CockrellCockrell EnovationLee CockrellClampitt PaperReinstatement

Heath CoffmanBrackett & EllisJennifer CoffmanPhysician Emergency Care AssociatesSponsor: Chris Stoy

Jeff ConnerJ.P. MorganJanice ConnerHomemakerReinstatement

Eric CookCovenant Classical SchoolElizabeth CookHomemakerSponsors: Scott Wade, Joseph DeWoody

Scott CorleyCorley ConsultingCaren CorleyHomemakerSponsor: Kasey Pipes

Anne CoxMerrill LynchSponsor: Bob Mitchell

Bruce DavisMutual of Omaha BankWendy DavisRetiredReinstatement

Tim DokeUniversity of North Texas Health Science CenterSponsor: Greg Upp

John Doumany Albert, Neely & KuhlmannJennie DoumanyAttorneySponsor: Roger Neely

David EbersteinSouthwestern Growth PartnersValrie EbersteinHomemakerSponsor: David Parker

Steve EllisonRadio ShackRussell Raye EllisonLove PRSponsor: Karen Armstrong

Norma EsparzaMonticello ChiropracticSponsor: Suzi Hill

George EvansGeorge W. Evans & AssociatesPetra EvansHomemakerSponsor: Andrew Wilson

Ken EvansFort Construction Kristi EvansBaylor All SaintsSponsor: Don Marable

Greg FitzgeraldFitz AerospaceRebecca FitzgeraldAmerican AirlinesSponsor: Bryan Perkins

Jeff GilmoreBrown, Dean, Wiseman, Proctor, Hart & Howell Ashley GilmoreLaw StudentSponsor: John Proctor

Kendra Goetz Eagle Mountain Family Eye CareTerry GoetzCSI Calendaring Sponsor: Jim Birth

Laura GonzalesMerrill LynchLee GonzalesThe Upholstery WorkshopSponsor: Mary McKee

Frank GoodrichSecurities & Exchange Commission Toyya GoodrichUNTHSC Physician Sponsor: John Black

Sam GordonWedbush Securities Martha GordonRetiredReinstatement

Phil GreenRetired - CDCSubie GreenCenter for Visually Impaired Sponsors: Jean & Ken Devero

Russell GreenMerrill LynchReinstatement

Stewart GunnOncopath LabKathryn GunnPartner CommSponsor: Charles McKinney

J.R. HamesCity of RoanokeCindy HamesCopeland MinistriesReinstatement

Janee’ HarrellThe Janee’ Show Sponsor: Mary Margaret Davis

Alison HarveyGalderma LabsSponsors: Tim Roels & Betty Harvey

Robert HaslamHaslam & GallagherElizabeth HaslamHomemakerSponsor: Karl Komatsu

Doug HendersonAEGISITSMary HendersonHomemakerSponsor: Johnny Gutierrez

Steve HockmanWestside Bank & TrustCarla HockmanSouthwest BankSponsor: Justin Cowart

Bowie HollandEmpire RoofingAdrianne HollandFrost BankSponsor: Cheryl McGlothlin

Cindy HydeDakota’s KabinSponsor: Marie Valden

Shannon KaatzAlexander Chandler Realty Marilyn KaatzGM FinancialSponsor: Jimmy Moss

Dan KilkennyCDK Insurance AgencyJennifer HoveCDK Insurance AgencySponsor: Casey Borgers

Joey KingNational Institute for Technology in Liberal Education Leigh KingAttorneySponsor: John Robinson

Angela LambFarmers InsuranceLes LambLandmanReinstatement

Robert LeeM&R Consultants Mary LeeM&R ConsultantsTransfer

Chris LeitoLos Vaqueros Restaurant Sponsor: Jim LeitoLegacy Program Participant

Brian LobaughAuto Group ServicesElizabeth LobaughHomemaker Sponsor: Lyle King

Chris LoftisQuicksilver ResourcesSponsor: Earl Cox

Reid MartinMartin Sprocket & GearLinda MartinHomemakerReinstatement

Clark MeadorBaylor Healthcare SystemsKelly MeadorTarrant County District AttorneySponsor: Justin Sparks

A.M. MicallefJMK InternationalJane MicallefHomemakerReinstatement

Nick MichelsEdward JonesSponsor: Don Marable

Casey MilesKPMGTenille MilesHomemakerSponsor: David Parker

Jay MillerJP Morgan Private BankEmily MillerHomemakerSponsor: Hunter Baird

Reid MillerGunter Land ServicesLyndsey MillerGunter Land ServicesSponsor: Kenny Gunter

H. Gray MillsMills & AssociatesNelda MillsHomemakerSponsor: Denny Alexander

Allan MolsbeeOfficiteDowleen MolsbeeBaird & WarnerReinstatement

Kevin MooreMorrison Supply CompanySponsors: Darrell Hawkins & Stan Allen

Reba MooreRetiredSponsor: Buddy Iles

Philip MortimerFrost BankSponsor: Kacey Cornelius

Richard MoteMB Operating, Inc.Carole MoteLiquid NetwordSponsor: Huston Hill

Kristy MouserK&L Asset PartnersSponsor: Sid Johnston

Jill MulliganBNSFSponsors: Russell Light & David Rankin

Cody MyersHopper EnergySponsor: Michael Dawson

Dan NationRetiredJanet NationHomemakerReinstatement

Todd NeanderWells FargoRebecca NeanderScottish RiteSponsor: Cory Curry

Matthew NeillCantey HangerSponsor: Andy Keetch

Erin O’BrienSouthwest Elevator CompanySponsor: Johnny Campbell

Stephen O’NealHarris, Finley & BogleSkylar BrogdonOmni HotelsSponsor: Larry Brogdon

Brijal PadiaPHREESIASponsor: John Black

Mike PalmerTexas Exchange BankMelissa PalmerHomemakerReinstatement

Larry ParkerPGA FinancialDeborah ParkerRegistered NurseSponsor: Rhonda Crass

Mark PerkinsGoldmark Construction Gwen PerkinsDenton ISDReinstatement

Hunt PettitEnergy & Exploration PartnersLaura PettitHomemakerReinstatement

Mark PhillipsFrost BankKatherine PhillipsK Phillips DesignsSponsor: Gordon Rhodes

Olyn PooleThe Poole Law FirmKelly DeckerDecker JonesReinstatement

Robert PriceDale Carnegie Training Lori PricePartner SourceSponsor: Ryan Akin

Tom RatinoTexas HealthcareSponsor: Rick Mayabb

Rand RavnaasWestside EnergySponsor: Rob RavnaasLegacy Program Participant

William RichardsBNR Partners, LLCSandra Richards2217 GroupSponsor: Albon Head

Clint RileyTexas Boys Choir, Inc.Kelly RileyFort Worth ISDSponsors: Melissa & David Goodroe

Kurt SchaalBBVA Compass BankHolly SchaalApproach ResourcesSponsor: Carley Moore

Rodney Schneider Dublin ISDChesta SchneiderDublin ISDSponsor: Rhonda Crass

Matt ScottTom Scott Oil & GasLauren ScottHomemakerSponsor: Tim Scott

Alex Sibilsky Martin & SibilskySponsor: Adam Stellar

Bob SivewrightFrost BankSponsor: Bob Herchert

Chris Smith Smith CommunicationsMark SmithBurger King Corporation Sponsor: Holly Ellman

David SpeedCantey HangerJessica SpeedBody by PilatesReinstatement

Drew Springer Springer Financial ServicesLinda Springer RetiredSponsor: Debby Brown

Jim StewartMusic in Motion Mary StewartMusic in Motion Sponsor: David O’Brien

Ethan StinsonRestoration Specialty CleanersSponsor: Todd Miller

Chet Stuart XTO Energy, Inc.Sponsor: Rhonda Crass

Steven SumellTrademark Property CompanyDenise BrowningMadison Marquette Sponsor: Karanae Spradlin

Sam TallisShale Exploration Amy TallisShale Exploration Sponsor: Jeff Kearney

Marty TerryTerry’s Lawn CarePamela TerryHomemaker Sponsor: Michael Morelock

Mark ThomasBasic Energy ServicesToni ThomasHomemaker Sponsor: Roe Patterson

Mike ThomasInwood National BankKerri ThomasHomemakerReinstatement

Gary TiptonInwood National BankLaurie TiptonHomemakerSponsor: Mike Thomas

Peter TunnardXTO Energy, Inc.Ana RojasU.S. Government Sponsor: Win Ryan

Jeff TurnerLubrication Engineers, Inc.Marilyn TurnerHomemakerSponsor: Steve Lombardi

Brian WallaceErnst & YoungLiz WallaceBNSFSponsor: Bob Lombardi

Dalton WaltonRetiredLinda Walton RetiredReinstatement

Randy WareNorthstar FarmsElizabeth WareHaute WaresSponsor: Marie Valden

John WarrenAlbert, Neely & KuhlmannSponsor: Karl Albert

Brad Whitnell Jetta Operating Laura WhitnellLalee BabySponsor: Al Erwin

Robert Williams Riex Co, LPSponsor: Albon Head

James WitherowAledo Presbyterian Wanda WitherowHomemakerReinstatement

In MemoriamThe Fort Worth Club offers condolences to the families andfriends of the following members, recently deceased, who will be sadly missed.

Robert Haltom Our member since 1949 (50 year member)

Paul StevensOur member since 1959 (50 year member)

Brad Corbett Our member since 1969

Jo Ann Friberg Our member since 1973

Valentin Gracia Our member since 1975

Edgar Snelson Our member since 1976

Scott Dally Our member since 2009

www.fortworthclub.com Spring 2013 • Fort Worth Club Magazine 9

FOr mOrE inFOrmATiOn on sponsoring someone for membership,

please contact Denise Harmon, membership director, at 817-338-3483

or [email protected]. THE FOrT WOrTH CLuB

mEmBErSHip COmmiTTEE meets the last Thursday of each month to approve applicants for membership.

36th AnnuAl

Davey O’Brien Awards Dinner February 18, 2013

this event is sold out.

Johnny Manziel2012 Davey O’Brien National Quarterback Award® Winner

Johnny Manziel of Texas A&M University is the 2012 Davey O’Brien National Quarterback Award Winner. Todd Blackledge, the 1982 Davey O’Brien Winner, presented the award to Manziel during The Home Depot College Football Awards at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

During Texas A&M’s first season in the SEC, the redshirt freshman guided his team (11-2, 6-2 SEC) to their best final BCS ranking since 1998. In postseason play, the Aggies notched a 41-13 victory against former Big 12 opponent Oklahoma in the AT&T Cotton Bowl, in which Manziel was named Offensive MVP for his performance (287 passing yards; 229 rushing).

The explosive signal caller from Kerrville, Texas had a record-setting season. Manziel passed for 3,706 yards and rushed for 1,410 yards, becoming just the fifth NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision player and first freshman to throw for 3,000 yards and rush for 1,000 yards in the same season. He finished the season ranked first in the NCAA in total offense (393.54 yards per game) and points responsible for (21.69). Manziel also led the SEC with 1,410 rushing yards and 47 total touchdowns, while setting the conference record for total yards in a season with 5,116.

For information about next year’s Davey O’Brien Awards Dinner and future Foundation events please email [email protected].

Eddie leBaronDavey O’Brien Legends Award Recipient

Eddie LeBaron has been selected as the recipient of the 2012 Davey O’Brien Legends Award. A California native, LeBaron excelled on the gridiron at University of the Pacific, earning All-American honors and later an induction into the College Football Hall of Fame. He was selected in the 10th round of the 1950 NFL Draft by the Washington Redskins, but deferred his NFL career to serve in the Korean War. LeBaron accepted a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the Marine Corps, and subsequently spent nine months in Korea where he was twice wounded. He received a Purple Heart and was awarded the Bronze Star for his heroism. LeBaron transferred to the inactive reserve in 1952 to begin his NFL career with the Washington Redskins.

After flourishing in his first season, throwing for 1,420 yards and 14 touchdowns, he was named NFL Rookie of the Year. LeBaron played seven seasons with the Washington Redskins (1952-53, 55-59) before becoming the Dallas Cowboys’ first quarterback. The four-time Pro Bowler hung up his cleats in 1963 after passing for 13,399 yards and 104 touchdowns.

Following his retirement from football, LeBaron went on to practice law with a degree he had earned during the offseason. After a brief stint with the NFL’s league office, LeBaron returned to California and joined the law firm of Pillsbury, Madison, and Sutro where he served as managing partner of the firm’s Sacramento office until retiring in 1997.

Davey O’Brien Awards

Pat Evans & Bobby McGeeCharles Ringler Founder’s Award Recipients

The Davey O’Brien Foundation is honored to present the Charles Ringler Founder’s Award to two of the Foundation’s past presidents, Pat Evans and Bobby McGee, both of whom continued Ringler’s legacy of passion, pride and perseverance for the Foundation and its effort throughout their tenures. The Charles Ringler Founder’s Award was created in 2004 to honor him for establishing the Foundation and the Davey O’Brien Memorial Trophy. Because of Ringler’s leadership and steadfast commitment, the regional Memorial Trophy developed into the Davey O’Brien National Quarterback Award and over the past 35 years has gained national recognition and prestige.

Keith Jackson, 2009 JPMorgan Chase, 2008Robert Lansford, 2008William E. Scott Foundation, 2007American Airlines, 2006

The Fort Worth Club, 2006Lamar Hunt, 2005Don Looney, 2005Dan Poland, 2004

PAST RECiPiENTS iNCLuDE:

Elizabeth Crowling2012 Davey O’Brien High School Scholarship Award Recipient

Elizabeth Crowling of Hillcrest High School in Dallas, Texas is the recipient of the 2012 Davey O’Brien High School Scholarship Award as announced January 22 at the Foundation’s 6th Annual High School Scholarship Luncheon at The Fort Worth Club.

As the top-ranked student in her class at Hillcrest High School, Elizabeth Crowling is known for her “inquisitive nature” and “joie de vivre.” A four-year varsity athlete in cross country, softball and swimming, Elizabeth has thrived both athletically and academically. In addition to serving as team captain of the cross country and swim teams, the AP Scholar with Distinction and All-State Academic Swimmer has been named to the “A” honor roll every year. Elizabeth is a member of the National Honor Society and Academic Success Program, and she volunteers at the local animal shelter. She also played in the marching band and was appointed the alto-saxophone section leader by her band director during her junior year. The gifted scholar-athlete has explored her interest in science and medicine by researching pancreatic proteins as part of the Biomedical Research Program at UT Southwestern Medical Center for the last four years. She also interned at Southwestern in June 2011.

Revisit. Inn a t t h e

CLUB

THE FORT WORTH CLUB

817.336.7211

306 West Seventh StreetFort Worth, TX 76102

www.fortworthclub.com

Revive. Rethink. Revisit.

Guests sponsored by members receive member rates!

The Fort Worth Club BARBER SHOP

Monday – Friday | 8 a.M. – 4 p.M. | appointMents – 817-338-3474

Fajitas & ‘Ritas & Fajita Family NightWednesdays in the Library & GrilleEnjoy grilled steak, chicken or shrimp fajitas and bottomless margaritas for $20++ Children can dine in the Grille with a special kids menu! Pizza & PinotFriday nights in the LibraryEnjoy artesian flatbread pizza, hand pressed and lightly grilled, served with a glass of pinot noir for $16++

New Club Dining Nights

B E G I N N I N G T H I S A P R I L

Menu Grilled Free Range Chickenwith caramelized onions, fresh pesto, sliced tomatoes, boursin and asiago cheeses Sautéed Gulf Shrimpwith jalapeno lemon curd, piquillo pepper, arugula , red onion and asiago cheese Fried Calamariwith fresh marinara sauce, olives, artichokes, spinach and asiago cheese

TuESDAY

BirTHDAY nigHTSecond Tuesdays

in the GrilleJoin us during your birthday month for your complimentary

dinner during Birthday Night!

Reservations required. Dinner does not include alcohol.

WEDnESDAY

FAmiLY nigHTWednesdays in the Grille

Featuring Southern- inspired specialties.

Kids under 10 dine free.

nEW!FAjiTAS & ‘riTAS& FAjiTA FAmiLY

nigHT!Wednesdays

in the Library & Grille beginning in April

Enjoy grilled steak, chicken or shrimp fajitas & bottomless margaritas

for $20++Children can dine in the

Grille with a special kids menu!

THurSDAY

STEAk nigHTThursdays in the Grille & Library

Four courses including wine pairings,

featuring Sterling Silver premium beef.

mEmBEr & CAnDiDATE HAppY HOurFirst Thursdays in the Library

Introduce your friends to the Club.

Complimentary beverages and hors d’oeuvres.

Reservations required. Contact Denise Harmon

at 817-338-3483 or [email protected]

FriDAY

BurgErS & BrEWFriday nights in the Library

Gourmet burgers & bottomless brew

$15++

nEW!pizzA & pinOT

Friday nights in the Library beginning in April

Artesian flatbread pizza with a glass of pinot noir

for only $16++

SATurDAY

primE riB nigHTSaturdays in the Library

Enjoy Chef Prefontaine’s succulent prime rib with

seasonal sides.

DOvEr SOLE nigHTSaturdays in the Library

beginning in AprilFilleted tableside with Chef’s choice sides.

$30++

ClubDining

Dining HOurS Reservations Required 817-336-7211 or [email protected]

Dinner (The Library) Monday Saturday 3 – 9 p.m.

(The Grille) Wednesday Thursday 6 – 9 p.m.

Breakfast Monday – Saturday

7 – 10 a.m. Lunch

Monday – Saturday 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Monday, February 11th 7-9:30pm

Featured Producer: Messina Hof

Featured Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon

Monday, March 11th 7-9:30pm

Featured Producer: Bending Branch WineryFeatured Varietal:

Tannat

Texas Vs. World is a tasting series that meets every 2nd Monday and is a head-to-head varietal comparison of wines made in Texas, by Texas grown fruit compared to the same varietal in a wine from another world-class growing area.

Each tasting features a Texas producerto co-host each tasting along side ofthe TXWFC.The Fort Worth Club

Hosted by:

Texas vs. The WorldA Varietal vs. Varietal Showdown

Tasting Details & Registration

Texas vs. The World

A Varietal vs. Varietal Showdown

Texas vs. The World is a tasting series that meets every 2nd Monday and is a head-to-head varietal comparison of wines made in Texas, by Texas grown fruit compared to the same varietal in a wine from another world-class growing area. Each tasting features a Texas producer to co-host each tasting along side of the TXWFC.

Featured Producer: Inwood Estates Vineyards

Featured Sommelier: Daniel Kelada of GUSTO Tastings

Featured Varietal: Tempranillo aka ‘Tinto Fino’

When: January 14th 2013

Where: The Fort Worth Club

Ticket Price: $35/person

Register: Call the Front Desk @ (817) 336 - 7211

*W i n e C l u b M e m b e r s - 2 0 % O f f

The Texas Wine and Food Consortium | www.TXWFC.org | A 501c(3) who’s mission is to promote Texas wine

Tasting Details & Registration

The Texas Wine and Food Consortium | www.TXWFC.org A 501c(3) who’s mission is to promote Texas wine

Wine Society Members 15% Off

Featured Sommelier: Daniel Kelada of GUSTO Tastings

The Fort Worth Club $35++ per person (817) 336-7211

Connections

Highlighting Club relationships

Charles Ringler & Davey O’Brien


Remembering Charles Ringler (1920-2012)Founder, Davey O’Brien Foundation and Davey O’Brien Memorial Trophy

Charles Ringler believed that the accomplishments and commitment of Davey O’Brien, one of Fort Worth’s finest sports heroes and Ringler’s longtime friend and business partner, deserved to be honored and remembered. In November 1977, just before O’Brien passed away from cancer, Ringler and other members of The Fort Worth Club established the Davey O’Brien Foundation and the Davey O’Brien Memorial Trophy. The trophy was presented annually to the most outstanding player in the Southwestern states of Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. Four years later the award was expanded nationally and limited to quarterback, the primary position of O’Brien. The Davey O’Brien National Quarterback Award is the nation’s oldest and most prestigious national quarterback award and Ringler’s complete dedication to the organization spanned throughout the remainder of his life.

“He was totally devoted to the Foundation and completely dedicated to the memory of Davey O’Brien,” said Virginia Ringler, wife of Charles. “His interest never waned.”

Since its inception, the Foundation has given away more than $850,000 in scholarships and university grants to help high school and college athletes transform leadership on the field into leadership in life. The Charles Ringler Founder’s Award was established in 2004 and honors individuals or a corporation devoted to the Davey O’Brien Foundation that has exhibited the same passion, pride and perseverance as Charles himself. This year’s co-recipients are Pat Evans and Bobby McGee.

“They were very close friends of Charles,” Virginia said. “He would be so delighted that they are receiving this award.”

Charles spent his last four years in a nursing home, but his involvement in the Foundation remained strong. Virginia says Davey O’Brien Foundation executive director Danielle Moorman would bring Charles minutes after every meeting to his delight.

“He read every word of them,” Virginia said. “That kept him feeling involved, which was wonderful. Danielle was so kind to keep him apprised of every decision and included him when she could. It gave him something to hang on to.”

Tenant Spotlight

Featuring individuals who office at the Club

Southwest BankSpACE: 5th floor, Club BuildingTEnAnT SinCE: 2008

Member Robert Molloy says some may find it a little strange that a bank is located on the fifth floor, but it works well for Southwest Bank’s business model.

“The Fort Worth Club branch was Southwest Bank’s seventh location in the greater Fort Worth area at the time, and we have since grown to fourteen locations,” says Molloy. “The Club provides a convenient and professional place for business meetings, whether it is breakfast, lunch or happy hour.

The food and the service are exceptional and my guests always walk away with positive remarks.”

Molloy says the Club is always his first choice for business meetings. On a personal level, Molloy has hosted his family’s Thanksgiving lunch at the Club for several years.

“For members who have not attended the luncheon, I can tell you that the Club’s buffet is great and it flat out beats the buffet at the Four Seasons (Austin), which charges twice the amount,” Molloy says. “Congratulations to Walter and the entire Club staff on pulling together a great event.”

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Robert Molloy, Regional President, Southwest Bank


Eat. Drink. Be married.

Featured wedding event

“I chose The Fort Worth Club as my venue because of the beautiful ballroom and views,” said Katie Segreti. “Also, I knew my guests would enjoy the proximity to entertainment downtown and to the First United Methodist Church where our ceremony was.” Guests were able to walk over from the church after the ceremony and were treated to tray passed wine and hors

d’oeuvres upon arrival. They enjoyed a full buffet (“Our friends are still talking about the macaroni and cheese!” Katie said.) and danced the night away before lining up and throwing rose petals at the couple as they left the building. “It was a great end to a fabulous night!” Katie said. “Everyone seemed to have a blast!”

Katie Bruster& Alex Segreti

JULY 21, 2012


Employee Spotlight

Employees who go above and beyond


Blake Barakat Athletic Center Front Desktenure: October 2012

HoMetown: Arlington, TX

HoBBies: Seeing movies, attending sporting events, watching live music and hanging out with his friends

Best part oF His joB so Far: “I’ve enjoyed building relationships with everyone at the Club, whether it’s employees or members. And, of course, the Christmas party.” (Blake competed in the Club’s ugly Christmas sweater employee competition.)

“Blake joined the Club less than four months ago and has already volunteered at several Club special events. He has taken point on many new programs and events that will continue to take the Athletic Center to the next level. Most recently, the Athletic Center needed to completely revamp its inventory system. Knowing we were on the wire to get our inventory turned in, Blake decided to come in at night and get it done. He had opened the Athletic Center that morning and already worked 4 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is personal ownership of staff like this that has made The Fort Worth Club what it is today.”

ryan tompkins, Athletic Center Director

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ATHLETiC CEnTEr


Scuba diving is a lifestyle many families embrace as a lifelong tradition, taking trips to create new memories year after year. Now members have the opportunity to start their own family scuba story through The Fort Worth Club. The Athletic Center is planning now for kids and adult scuba lessons and programs to be held this June, with an option for lessons to be packaged with a scuba-friendly travel destination. Interested in learning more? Contact Blake Barakat at [email protected].

Dive into Scuba Lessons have option for travel to scuba-friendly destination

ATHLETiC CEnTEr817-338-3494 • Monday – Friday 5 a.m. – 8 p.m. • Saturday 6 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

ATHLETiC CEnTEr mEmBEr SpOTLigHT

Running has been part of Mike Cooke’s regular exercise routine for 25 years. The longtime Athletic Center member even has a few marathons under his belt. But in December, Cooke reached a goal that most runners only dream of – qualifying for the Boston Marathon.

Cooke had to complete a marathon under three and a half hours to qualify for his applicable age bracket, and he did so at the Tucson Marathon on December 9.

“When I crossed the line, I knew I had done it and was thrilled and incredibly happy, albeit extremely beat up and aching from the run,” Cooke said. “Finishing any marathon brings a tremendous feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment - running a Boston qualifying time, that much more so.”

Cooke says the Athletic Center has served as the starting and ending point for several of his training runs and his weight lifting and core exercises have been an important part of his regimen. The Boston Marathon will take place April 15.

Mike Cooke

Go GreekBy Jennifer Gavia RD, LD, Executive Health Program, Texas Health Resources

Greek yogurt has received a lot of attention and with good reason. Regular fruited or flavored yogurt can be high in carbs and sugar, without much protein per container. Traditional Greek yogurt is a strained yogurt that has less of the watery whey, result-ing in a thicker creamier yogurt with more protein and less sugar than regular yogurt. Below are five ways to use Greek yogurt to increase protein, decrease saturated fat, or add more nutrients to meals and snacks.

1. Use a dollop of Greek yogurt instead of sour cream on baked potatoes, chili or Mexican food.

2. At-home froyo – combine one 5.3 oz container Greek yogurt with cut-up or frozen fruit and freeze for at least an hour for a no-sugar added frozen treat.

3. Substitute Greek yogurt for mayo in tuna/egg/chicken/potato salad recipes.

4. Top oatmeal, waffles or pancakes with Greek yogurt for a protein packed breakfast

5. Mix Greek yogurt with hummus or guacamole for a creamy texture and to add protein to a healthy fat dip

PlAin, non-FAt GREEk yoGuRt nutRition FACts:1 container (5.3 oz) = 80-100 calories | 0 g fat | 6-7 g carbs | 15-18 g proteinBest Greek Yogurt Brands: Fage®, Chobani®, Stonyfield Farm™ Oikos Organic, Dannon Oikos®


Administrative professionals Lunch

krupp Brothers Wine Dinnerfeaturing Library Wines

WEDnESDAY, ApriL 24Treat your staff to an indulgent lunch buffet in the beautiful 12th floor banquet rooms of The Fort Worth Club.

Seating times: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. $29++ per person

TuESDAY, ApriL 30 | 7 pmEnjoy the following wines paired with dinner from Chef Prefontaine:

2008 Black Bart’s Bride White Blend2002 Synchrony Red Blend2004 Synchrony Red Blend2006 Synchrony Red Blend2009 Synchrony Red Blend

$85++ | $72.25++ Wine Society members

SunDAY, mAY 12It’s not too early to secure your reservations for the Club’s highly anticipated Mother’s Day Brunch, an annual sell-out.

Seating times: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. $39++ Adults | $23++ Children 4-12 Children 3 and under are free


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CLuB EvEnTS & prOgrAmmingrESErvATiOnS rEQuirED FOr ALL EvEnTS

ValEntinE’s Day Dinner

Make your reservations early for a spectacular five-course dinner with wines from Chef Prefontaine and his culinary team. Visit the Club’s online calendar to view menu items and wine pairings.

6:30 p.m. Reception / 7 p.m. Dinner $95++ per person

Bring the entire family for an extravagant Easter brunch buffet from Chef Prefontaine and his team. Activities for kids include a petting zoo, balloon artists, crafts and complimentary photos with the Easter bunny.

Seating times: 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

$39++ Adults

$23++ Children 4-12

Children 3 and under are free

THurSDAY, FEBruArY 14

SunDAY, mArCH 31

WOmEn’S LunCH COnnECTiOn juniOr EvEnTS

Are Your relationships Working for You?with Gayle O’Neal, local speaker

Junior Professionals LunchLocal Leaders and their National Impact:

Drilling Down into the Oil & gas industry

Historic Bus Tour with Fort Worth Historian Quentin McGown Followed by Junior Member Pizza & Pinot

Hosted by Joseph DeWoody & Garret Essl

Embracing & Expressing Your inner Beautywith Diane Mayfield, Certified Life Coach, M.A. Counselor Education

Women and money: preparing for Life’s Transitions Before They Occur with Laura High, Senior Financial Associate with RBC Wealth Management and Certified Financial Planner ™

mOnDAY, FEBruArY 25Relationships can be our greatest source of joy as well as heartache. How can we find the pearl in the everyday trials we experience? Join us for lunch and insights during this intriguing event.

11:30 – 1 p.m. | $25

TuESDAY, mArCH 26Three important leaders in the oil and gas industry will talk about their rise to the top, how local ideas impacted our national economy, and what to expect from the industry in the coming years. Discussion and Q&A will be moderated by Dr. Ken M. Morgan.

11:15 a.m. - Check-in and seating11:30 p.m. - Lunch and program | $15 ++

FriDAY, ApriL 19Take a trip back in time when gun battles, cattle barons and railroads ruled our city with renowned historian Quentin McGown. Space is limited.

1:30 p.m. - Check-in reception, Davey O’Brien Sports Lounge2 p.m. - Tour bus departs5:30 p.m. - Pizza & Pinot, Davey O’Brien Sports Lounge $25 for tour | $16++ pizza & pinot

mOnDAY, ApriL 22Diane believes passionately that all women were created beautiful. The problem is women often don’t realize it themselves. Diane will tell her own story of transformation and offer practical steps to discovering one’s inner beauty.

11:30 – 1 p.m. | $25

mOnDAY, mArCH 25Laura High has been advising women and families for nearly 18 years and believes there is no substitute to being prepared. In this enlightening and inspiring discussion, learn what simple and necessary steps you can take for your financial future.

11:30 – 1 p.m. | $25


CLuB EvEnTS & prOgrAmmingRESERVATIONS REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS • 817-336-7211 • [email protected]

Greg Bird, Owner, Jetta Operating Company, Inc.

John H. Pinkerton, Director and Executive Chairman,

Range ResourcesDr. Ken M. Morgan, Director of the TCU

Energy Institute

Vaughn O. Vennerberg, II, President and founding partner, MorningStar Partners, former

President and Director of XTO Energy Inc.


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sustainable Freedom and the American FuturemOnDAY, ApriL 1

Big, Hot, Cheap & rightwith Author Erica Grieder

SOCrATES in THE CiTYiS BACk!

Book synopsis: In all of history’s great civilizations, there has come the moment when their citizens became their own worst enemies, thinking and living at odds with the values and principles upon which their nation was built. Political analyst and social critic Os Guinness provides both historical and current evidence that suggests America is perilously close to reaching this point today. But with this alert, Guinness also offers direction and encouragement for those seeking to achieve what the country’s founding fathers predicted would be most challenging: sustainable freedom.

Conversations on the Examined Life

HOSTED BY EriC mETAxASNew York Times best-selling author

TuESDAY, ApriL 30In Big, Hot, Cheap, and Right, Grieder traces the political history of a state that was always larger than life. From its rowdy beginnings, Texas has combined a long-standing suspicion of government intrusion with a passion for business. Looking to the present, Greider assesses the unique mix of policies on issues like immigration, debt, taxes, regulation, and energy, which together have sparked a bonafide Texas Miracle of job growth. While acknowledging that it still has plenty of twenty-first-century problems to face, she finds in Texas a model of governance whose power has been drastically underestimated.

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. $25


Dr. Os Guinness Speaker and author

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Guinness is an author, speaker, and great-great grandson of Arthur Guinness, the Dublin brewer. He was born in China in World War II where his parents were medical missionaries. A witness to the climax of the Chinese revolution in 1949, he was expelled with many other foreigners in 1951 and returned to Europe where he was educated in England. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of London and his D.Phil in the social sciences from Oriel College, Oxford.

Since coming to the United States in 1984, he has been a Guest Scholar at the Woodrow Wilson Center for International Studies and a Guest Scholar and Visiting Fellow at the Brookings Institution. From 1986 to 1989, Guinness served as executive director of the Williamsburg Charter Foundation, a bicentennial celebration of the First Amendment. He helped draft the Williamsburg Charter and co-authored the public school curriculum Living with Our Deepest Differences.

Guinness has written or edited thirty books, including The American Hour, Time for Truth, The Call, Invitation to the Classics, Long Journey Home, Unspeakable, and A Case for Civility.

5:30 p.m. – Reception with wine and heavy hors d’oeuvres | 6:15 p.m. – Program with book signing to follow

$55 individual seats $750 Table of ten, includes program recognition

OuTDOOr SpOrTS CLuB

The Outdoor Sports Club is comprised of nearly 200 Fort Worth Club members who embrace the concept of harvest, conservation, education, and appreciation of the outdoors. Activities range from hunting, fishing, game dinners, “how to” classes, qualification classes, hunter safety courses, and family events. Whether you are a beginner or an avid outdoorsman, all are welcome to enjoy the easy camaraderie and fellowship found among The Fort Worth Club Outdoor Sports Club members.


SATurDAY & SunDAY, FEBruArY 23 & 24Pheasant & chukar available for additional fee. Located near Hico, TX. Skill/experience level is intermediate to advanced. Saturday evening: Lodging, dinner with open bar (bring your own beer and wine).

Sunday: Breakfast at 8 a.m., hunt until noon followed by lunch.

Packages: $250 – Guide and dogs not provided $330 – Includes guide and dogs (add $1 per bird for cleaning) $480 – Includes guide, dogs, Saturday night dinner and lodging, Sunday morning breakfast, lunch and bird cleaning.

Reservations: Kathy Kinney, 817-338-3492 or [email protected]

Outdoor Sports Club Spring kick-Off

Flying p Quail HuntHosted by Walter Fortney pheasant Tower

Shoot at upland Bird Hosted by Carter Llewellyn

SATurDAY, mArCH 23

Located near Corsicana, TX.

Skill/experience level is beginner to intermediate.

8:30 a.m. arrival $249 per gun

For complete details or to reserve your spot online with fellow Outdoor Sports Club hunters, visit to www.uplandbird.com.

Shane Benner

THurSDAY, mArCH 28

Join us as we welcome incoming

Outdoor Sports Club Chairman,

Shane Benner. Mix and mingle

with fellow outdoor sporting

enthusiasts and find out how

you can participate in the

Outdoor Sports Club. Spouses

are encouraged to attend this

social mixer.

5:30-7 p.m.

$25++ (includes two drink tickets

and heavy hors d’oeuvres)


Sharing a proud common bond through membership, Fort Worth Club members connect through

leadership, camaraderie and through the celebration of life’s

biggest events. The Fort Worth Club is where connections are made.

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Sarah Eidson and five guests won a private, custom couture dress fittingcompliments of designer Eduar Lamprea at Holiday Boutique.

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Drew Lydich, Don Marable, Garret Essl & Dan Goad at Boxing Night

Drew Lydich, Don Marable, Garret Essl & Dan Goad at Boxing Night

Winter Volleyball Champions: Chandler Beaucond, Travis Howell, James Barlow, Alan Leach, Greg Wilson

Winter Volleyball Champions: Chandler Beaucond, Travis Howell, James Barlow, Alan Leach, Greg Wilson

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