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Stradivarius Society

John D. Evans & Steven Wozencraft

John D. Evans is an internationally recognized expert in the telecommunications industry and a leader in technological innovation, including the cable television industry and Internet2, a consortium of 255 U.S. research universities & institutes. Gifts from the John D. Evans Foundation serve as inspiration to a growing group of cultural ambassadors who are advancing the Symphony in the region. With the Foundation’s leadership and challenge, over $1,000,000 has been raised through their commitment to the Stradivarious society. John’s partner, Steven Wozencraft, is Chairman and CEO of JOD Global Philanthropies, and has spent the last 30 years of his career working with NGOs and not-for-profits. ”The South Florida Symphony Orchestra is outstanding, producing exquisite concerts, events, and educational programming, and has set a course toward sustainability by creating a legacy for harmonious giving.”

Marilynn Weber

Marilynn Weber is a former educator and longtime supporter of the Symphony. She has dedicated her life to educating future generations through her Do It For M.E. (Music Education) Fund. The Symphony in the Schools program, made possible due to Marilynn’s support, has impacted the lives of over 30,000 children since its inception. Marilynn is a lifelong lover of music. “My experiences of seeing and hearing the Symphony have created unforgettable and wonderful memories for me. I hope my gift will encourage others who love the symphony as much as I do, to recognize its inspiring performances and education programs as important assets in our community. My intention is for this gift to motivate others to support the Symphony to the greatest of their ability.”

Beth Holland

The arts and politics have been Beth Holland’s passions for many years. She feels blessed to be in a position to combine the two, having served as an arts funding consultant for the New York State Legislature, and New York local president of AFTRA. Beth has a long history of supporting the arts and charities in South Florida. In 2011, Beth was honored with the Florida Woman of the Year award from the 1000+ Club to benefit cancer research. In 2015, Beth was bestowed the Dr. Sanford & Beatrice Ziff Honors for Outstanding Contributions to the Arts at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables. Beth is committed to the success of the South Florida Symphony Orchestra. She invites you be a part of her passionate journey to create a soul-filled cultural scene that we can all be proud of.

Phillip Miani

Phil Miani - grew up on the South side of Chicago in the 50s. Was lucky enough to be admitted to Amherst College in Massachusetts, graduating the class of ‘62. Like many others, I volunteered for military service, US Army for 3 years, mostly in Germany. I found that I loved music in High School, playing Bass and Tuba. I favored Classical and Jazz. Landed back in the States in Denver with my little family for 23 years, working in Life Insurance and Investments. I discovered Key West in 1976 and decided to choose tropics over mountains and moved 3 years later. No regrets! Started attending the Key West Symphony, Jacqueline found and recruited me. Then again to the Board a few years later! Love it and the rest is History. Very fond of the Children’s Program, which I believe is a powerful Community Service! Hope you all get involved!

Charles Lane

As Vice President and Senior Wealth Relationship Strategist at PNC, Charles Lane serves as the primary contact for his clients’ Wealth Management services. He establishes a business plan for each, delivers investment funds performance reviews, and works with the Wealth Management team to achieve results. Mr. Lane has planned and frequent interaction with clients to ensure strong client commitment, enhanced retention, and additional revenues. Charles Lane has more than 25 years banking experience in the residential, commercial and securities based lending industries. His focus on building strong and long lasting client relationships frames his success in providing guidance, direction, and personalized multiple disciplined solutions. Charles’ key to success is in serving as an advocate and advisor to develop strategies that focus on clients’ unique needs. Prior to PNC, Mr. Lane held positions with Bank of America and Regions Bank. He is a native of Savannah, Georgia living in the Fort Lauderdale area for the past 30 years. He is a graduate of the University of Georgia. Charles is an active participant in the community and serves on the Board of Directors for the South Florida Symphony Orchestra.

Christine Gudaitis

Christine A. Gudaitis is a shareholder in the law firm Ver Ploeg & Lumpkin, P.A. The firm was founded in Miami in 1995 and concentrates its practice in the areas of insurance coverage and bad faith litigation, representing individual and corporate policyholders in state and federal courts in Florida and nationwide. The firm also maintains an active appellate practice. Since its inception, Ver Ploeg & Lumpkin has recognized that there can be no community without the arts, but also that there can be no arts without the community. “It is our privilege to have been able to support the South Florida Symphony Orchestra for many years. We are proud to be the first corporate member of the Stradivarius Society, and are pleased to have sponsored the SFSO’s inaugural performance at Miami’s Arsht Center in 2016 paving the way for this season’s full complement of Masterworks concerts appearing there as well.” Ms. Gudaitis received her undergraduate degree from Mount Holyoke College and her J.D., cum laude, from the University of Miami. In addition to numerous law-related organizations, Ms. Gudaitis is Vice Chair of the Miami-Dade Public Library Foundation, a member of the University of Miami Citizens Board, and a South Florida alumnae representative for Mount Holyoke College. She resides in Miami Beach.

Gerald Laskey

Gerald Laskey hails from New York City to sunny South Florida to continue to make an impact on the arts. Mr. Laskey is the CEO of Gerald L Laskey Associates Inc. a real estate corporate agency. Gerld Laskey prides himself in helping South Florida Symphony Orchestra expand their growing audience in Miami with a generous donation to help fund a larger venue. The funding was provided by the Gerald L. Laskey Charitable Fund of the Community Foundation of Broward.