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From left:  Sathya Darapu, Mindy Bean, Linda Wemyss, Tammie Carter, Deborah Fawaz, Becky Tan, Denise Howard, Toni Golden.

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Meet the Ladies of Johns Creek Women's Club

Deborah Fawaz, President, member for three years, charter board member

Why JCWC?:  I wanted to expand my social circle. I am excited that we are growing our organization every month so that we can better support our designated charity: Wellspring Living. My favorite programs are the Murder/Mystery luncheon and the Fashion Shows.

Good living: We raised our four children in Alpharetta/Johns Creek, and now live in Flowery Branch  with our 12-year-old Maltese, Roxy            

Mindy Bean, Vice President

Why JCWC? I've been a member for two years. I wanted to get acquainted with women in my neighborhood. I meet  new people monthly. I’ve enjoyed something about all the programs!  My faves were probably the ones where I learned something!!

Day job: Retired School Teacher

Good living: I moved to Johns Creek four years ago after my husband died.  Our daughter and son in law live in Atlanta with my two precious grands!

Linda Wemyss, Treasurer, Founding Member

Why JCWC? Meeting dynamic women is key. Friendships, outreach for the community and educational programs. My favorite program is Living your best YES!

Day job: Fidelity Bank ~ Vice President/ Branch Manager

Good living: I have lived in Johns Creek for 19 years, raised three children (All now in college) 

Tammie Carter, Founder and Board of Directors Member

Why JCWC: I founded the  JCWC on the  basis that we needed a ladies club in our area that would allow us to get to know each other on a social basis.  We believe that through socializing, we will want to do business with someone that we know and trust.  We have enough leads groups and needed a way to have fun and help us all grow professionally and personally.  You instantly have many, many girlfriends!! 

Day job: Keller Williams North Atlanta, Broker Associate

Good living: I've lived in Forsyth County for 18 years on a small tract of land on Wallace Tatum Rd.  I have two children. My daughter lives in Athens and my son lives in St. Augustine and I have four grandchildren.  I share my home with Boo, my 110 lb yellow Lab, Olive, our beautiful green-eyed tuxedo cat and two horses, Purdy and Bucky.

Denise Howard, Membership 

Why JCWC? I joined six months ago to meet with women in the area  and appreciate how each meeting is different from the last.

Day job:  I am a travel agent for Magical Vacation Planner

Good living:  My husband John, our 9-year-old son, Austin, our cat, Mickey and our turtle, Floater live on Windercreek Overlook.

Sathya Darapu

Why JCWC? I joined two years ago and enjoy supporting Wellspring, meeting programs and socializing.

Day job:  Owner of Edible Arrangements, Suwanee and Milton locations.

Good living: I live in Alpharetta with my husband and three children.

Toni Golden

Why JCWC?  I joined two years ago to connect with other women.2.5 years. I loved the Elizabeth Pehrson presentation last month- Living your best YES!

Day Job: I work as a Senior Mortgage Consultant at NorthPoint Mortgage

Good living: I have lived in St Marlo for 17 years and have raised 3 sons there.