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Titans Unite
Celebration Lunch
ebruary seventh was a very special day for the EFSC Foundation. The Eastern Florida
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State College Foundation welcomed leaders from its past to celebrate its future. Showcasing
the new Student Union on the Melbourne campus and the college’s new academic
programs, the 75 former Foundation Board of Director and Board of Trustee members were
invited to a celebratory lunch. The attendees toured the new Student Union and saw the
unveiling of legacy pavers honoring their service.
Attendees also heard college President Dr. Jim Richey describe EFSC’s continuing growth
as the most dynamic in its history. “We have done all this while not raising tuition for
seven straight years, reflecting our firm commitment to keeping a college education within
financial reach,” said Richey.
A team of leaders including Dick Beagley, Bernie Simpkins, Lee Solid, Ambika Palaniyandi, Dr.
Dee Sibley, Jack Parker, and Delores Spearman helped organize the celebratory lunch. “This
college is an essential part of this community and it’s amazing what is happening here. It’s
really impressive,” said Dick Beagley, former chair of the Foundation’s Board of Directors.
Former Board members and their guests enjoy catching up. Gail
Beagley, Dick Beagley, Lee Solid, Miriam Martinez and Pedro Martinez.
Gretchen Dougherty and Ann Luke (seated), Bob Dougherty,
Dr. Richey and Phil Nohrr.
Former Board Member Betts Silvernail takes a picture of her legacy brick.
Simpkins Entrepreneur Series
Charles Clark
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harles Clark visited the EFSC Cocoa and Melbourne Campuses to share his motivational and
entrepreneurial message to all who attended the Simpkins Entrepreneur Series.
The Florida State University graduate, student athlete, and world-class sprinter told the audience
about the injury that ended his dreams sending him spiraling to rock bottom. Clark used the same
grit and determination that forged his athletic success – and that earlier helped him overcome
academic problems in school – to achieve his goal of starting his own business.
“It was up to me. I was the one who had to do it,” he said. “You’ve got to know who you are.
You’ve got to define it, and when you do, you’ll do your best.”
Now, Clark travels the nation as CEO of the Charles Clark International
business consulting firm. He founded the Charles Clark What Matters
Foundation to teach youth and young adults how to prepare for careers
through education, fitness and health. He also
created the Thrive Planning Method, which will
turn your vision into attainable goals.
Clark’s message about life: Have faith in
yourself, especially during the most difficult times,
and you will find success.
Check out the reasons that demonstrate how giving is good for you:
• Improved self-esteem
• Positive mood and low depression rates
• Longer life expectancy
The gift of giving and generosity is contagious and healthy!
*blog.savethechildren.org/2017/12/the-health-benefits-youll-receive-by-donating-to-charity.html