Congratulations to Cheryl Teague on the birth of son Nahum Gideon, born Sunday, Feb. 28 at noon, 7 lbs. 3-oz., 21-1/2 inches. 

Gina Berry -- our very own TV star!    Be on the lookout for Gina to appear in a commercial for the Polk Caregivers Summit on Brighthouse network. Or you can watch the commercial on Youtube.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYYg1EUILHw 

Congratulations to these ABWA Members ...

Kim Andreadis earned the Principal Financial Group Premier Club Distinction Award and was recognized in Phoenix, Arizona, Feb.18.  The Premier club recognizes the top 30 producers nationwide.  

Debbie Rydberg has accepted a newly created position of client services and marketing specialist with Andreadis Insurance and Financial Services.

Donna J. Orr was elected Vice President of the Board of Directors for TiAnViCa. In addition to serving the board in this capacity, Donna is a NARHA certified instructor, and provides lessons at TiAnViCa. As a not for profit 501-C, TiAnViCa provides equine assisted activities and therapies for persons with disabilities.  Lessons are provided for both children and adults, and combines both traditional horsemanship skills with concepts of physical therapy to improve strength, balance, and self-esteem for those with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities. Most of all, it's fun!

Our Chapter President Susan Musser, who is a financial advisor at MorganStanley SmithBarney, has attained her Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor designation from the College of Financial Planning.

Jonathan Crain, owner of Two Men and a Truck and the first male member of our chapter, was named "Volunteer of the year 2009" by the Lakeland Association of Realtors. He received the award in recognition of his attendance and sponsorship of many events as well as assistance provided for the many activites of LAR. Two Men and a Truck donates time and money to many great causes including Police Athletic Association, Boys and Girls Club, Winter Haven Mission and Toys for Tots. His membership in many civic organizations - including ABWA - confirms his commitment to the community.

Margaret Anne Wheeler received the Steven Tunick Services-Learning Award, a national award for having a statewide impact on service learning, which engages students in service projects in the community as part of their curriculum.

Joette Giardina won 1st place in Freestyle and Miniature Designs at the 2009 National FLOAT Design Competition. FLOAT is an annual convention of professional balloon artists from around the world.

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