There were so many new members in May that I went right to the airport and flew to Europe in a panic! Well, I did fly to Europe and missed a month, but I have quite a few to introduce. Please welcome some of our many our new members:

Ann W. Madsen
What is your name, organization, and reason for joining?
A former journalist, Ann is Director of Development at The Poynter Institute where journalists are born. The organization, located in St. Petersburg, was founded by Nelson Poynter, publisher of the St. Pete Times, who willed the controlling stock of the Times Publishing Company to the Institute. An AFP member since 1992, Ann joined the Suncoast Chapter to get connected and benefit from the sharing of ideas.
Describe an ideal day in your life.
Ann’s ideal day starts with coffee, sunshine, working with wonderful people, and fabulous views from her home and office.
What was your favorite vacation ever and what made it so good?
Ann took her son and daughter to southern Ireland. She’s Irish and it felt like going home again!

Theo Renaud
Theo Prodromitis Renaud
What is your name, organization, and reason for joining?
Theo is the force behind CTU Events, which stands for Creative Talent Unlimited. CTU Events provides comprehensive and dynamic corporate promotions and events services. With over 25 years of experience in event management, Theo joined the AFP Suncoast chapter to expand her network, but also to keep current in fundraising and learn from the speakers and other members.
What was your favorite vacation ever and what made it so good?
Theo took a golfing vacation in Hawaii that had the best of everything, including the food. She especially liked the spectacular waterfalls.
The University of South Florida had four new members: Emily Ley, Asst. Director of Development; Caz Hodge, Asst. Director of Development; Ruth Bannhard, Sr. Director of Annual Giving; and Elizabeth McNamara, Asst. Director of Development. I didn’t catch up with this crew at the meeting, but Liz jumped right in and introduced herself virtually!

Liz McNamara
Liz McNamara
What is your reason for joining the chapter?
Since I am new to Tampa and fundraising, it is a wonderful opportunity to network with other individuals within the industry and to share tricks of the trade.
Describe an ideal day in your life.
Traveling to any of the places on my Bucket List with my friends and family.
What was your favorite vacation ever and what made it so good?
My trip to Rome last year. I was able to spend a week abroad with my best friend absorbing the arts, enjoying the history and the culture as well as having a close encounter with the Pope.