Luncheons & Events
Connecting & Discovering
FEW is known for its informative luncheons, fun get togethers and its fabulous retreat. Get to know us.
Luncheons & Events
Connecting & Discovering
Luncheons
On the first Tuesday of every month, FEW members get together at the Citrus Club to connect. There are three different types of luncheons throughout the year.
Inspiring and Educational Luncheons featuring Guest Speakers
The majority of our luncheons throughout the year have featured speakers where we hear presentations on a wide range of topics. Past speakers have included local, state, and national politicians, members of the judiciary, government leaders, industrialists, entrepreneurs, and other prominent newsmakers. Members are encouraged to bring guests.
Members Only
Twice a year, we meet to discuss all things FEW. It’s a chance to connect, hear committee updates, ask questions and give feedback.
Then, once a year, at the Fun Luncheon, we get together to let our hair down and, well, have some fun. It’s unique every year. In the past, we’ve featured fun folks like Bob Kodzis with Flight of Ideas and improv group, I am 50Million’s.
Scholarship Luncheon
The most popular luncheon of the year! We get a chance to meet the FEW Scholarship Recipients, hear their inspirational stories and learn how FEW Scholarships will impact their lives and futures.
Events
Throughout the year, we always have something going on. Attending FEW Events are a great way to get to know other members, learn new things and socialize.
Member Retreat
Every year, FEW hosts a weekend Retreat where the busy ladies of FEW get away to enjoy some much needed downtime. It’s also a time to connect and have some fun. Last year, the FEW Member Retreat was held at the Hard Rock, Daytona — good vibes, only!
Just a few of our Past Speakers and Topics
Entrepreneurship
John Rife, East End Market
Limbitless
Dr. Albert Manero, PHD-Limbitless
Downtown Orlando Update
UCF-Creative Village-EDC-City of Orlando, Thad Seymour, Craig Ustler, Brooke Bonnett
Women of STEM
Dr. Advent & Kady Johnson
Economic Forecast
Tim Giuliani
My Secret Life in the CIA
Michele Rigby Assad
Legislative Panel Update
Leticia Adams (Walt Disney World), Michelle Strenth (Orlando Health) and Robert Stuart (Gray Robinson)
Surviving Tragedy While Remaining Positive
Barbara Poma
Self Defense
Andy Tolbert
Second Harvest Food Bank – Culinary Program
Susan Reimer-Sifford
Economic Forecast
Dr. Sean Snaith – UCF
US Tennis Association
Andrea Hirsch
Nemours Children’s Health
Dana Nicholson Bledsoe
Orlando Ballet
Robert Hill – Artistic Director
Protect Yourself from Fraud
Theresa Romnebaum
Orlando City Soccer
Kay Rawlins
Pet Alliance of Orlando
Kerri Burns
Orange County Medical Examiner
Dr. Garavaglia
Economic Development Community
Holly Wiedman
“Devil in the Grove”
Paul Perkins, Jr Attorney-D
Ten Things to do for Your Heart Health
Kimberly Bell, AdventHealth
Orlando Economic Partnership
Dr. Dale Brill / Dynamics of Our Economy
State of Orange Cty/Rise of a Woman of Color Orange County
Amy Mercado, Property Appraiser
Leadership
Cari Coats, Accendo Leadership Group
Orange County Update
Phil Diamond, Orange County Comptroller
Hope Partnership
Rev. Mary Lee Downey
Brightline Railway
Katie Mitzner, Dir. Of Public Affairs
UCF Update
Dr. Alexander Cartwright, President, UCF
Valencia College Update
Dr. Kathleen Plinske, President, Valencia Community College
Growing Bolder
Mark Middleton
Uncomfortable Truth
Diane Corso
Critical Care Nursing
Dr. Mary Lou Sole
Positivity In Action
Melenie Griffin, Secretary of the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
Prioritize You
Cherlette McCullough
Hard Work Creates New Beginnings
Lisa Munyon, Chief Judge, Ninth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida
The How of Happy
Tisse Mallon
Types of Events
Happy Hours
Local and Women-owned Restaurants
Holiday Celebration
Past performances have included the Orlando Philharmonic, Alex Glover-Edgewater Chorus, The UCF Dance Troupe, Belles & Bows, among others
FEW Talks (virtual and in-person)
Past events have featured Anna Eskamani, Suneera Madhani, Universal Studios D&I Group, FEW Member Panels, among others
Experiences
- Champagne and Wine Tastings
- Concerts
- Golf Outings
- Museum Tours
- Sporting Events
- Chinese New Year Celebration at Lam Garden’s
Book Clubs
DE&I and Traditional