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Opening remarks from the Chairman and President & CEO 6 WAC Magazine | wac.net from the Chairman and President & CEO Letters BOARD OF GOVERNORS 2025–2026 OFFICERS RESIDENT BOARD NON-RESIDENT BOARD PROGRAM BOARD 2025–2026 Arnie Willig, Chairman awillig@wac.net Lindsay Lundberg, Chairman Elect Sarah Lawer, Vice Chairwoman Mike Droke, Secretary Jens Pascucci, Treasurer Maria Finlayson, Immediate Past Chairman Parvez Anandam Kraig Baker Mitzi Carletti Franklin Diaz Ali Ducich Al Forney Cheyenne Gillooly Laura Inveen Bob Luciano Oralia Lynch Carly MacKinnon Garrett Nelson Mick Newell Vicki O'Briant Mike Palefau Crystal Perkins Allison Peryea Amy Pieper Marilyn Sherron Rachel Sottile Shalom Suniula Cheryl Steele Nora Tabler Richard orvilson Ed Ventura Julie Whitley Jennie Wild Pervis Willis Ted Wood Jon Zetlmaier Tod Zickuhr Dail Bodziony Carese Busby Art Campbell Tracy Garrett Peter Goldsmith Mark Harriman Jason Heaverlo John Platt Lance Rummel Nora Tabler, Chair Jason Williams, Incoming Chair Crystal Perkins, Immediate Past Chair Bradley Adams Mark Briggs Karlo Garcia J. Irons Emmett Koehler Kathleen Quinn Dean Sagafi Amanda Torfi Lu Yang Abby Yawitz Life well-lived at the WAC Spring has arrived, and with it comes one of the most exciting seasons in recent mem- ory at the Club. As the days grow longer—and hopefully warmer—and the energy of downtown picks up, there is no better place to make your base of fun than the WAC! Whether you are drawn to the water, the table, or our growing club community, this spring and summer offer something truly special for every WAC member. e WAC is also proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our members and staff. We are honored to recognize four WAC members named to Puget Sound Business Journal's prestigious 40 Under 40 list. ese members highlight the generation of young professionals who call the WAC home. At the same time, we pay tribute to a member reaching the extraordinary milestone of 100 years—a testament to the vitality, community, and purpose that member- ship in our Club can bring to a life well-lived. ese stories remind us that the WAC is so much more than a facility; it is a place where lives are lived to the fullest and legacies are built! We are also delighted to shine a well-deserved spotlight on our exceptional catering team, whose artistry and dedication continue to elevate every private event and gathering at the Club. And as summer approaches, please keep your WAC app handy for announcements on exciting club programming centered around the water. From aquatics to social events that celebrate the best of the Pacific Northwest, this is a season full of reasons to get more out of your membership. On behalf of the Board of Governors, thank you for being part of this extraordinary club! Arnie Willig Chairman of the Board of Governors