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Connections Supports New Charities in 2021
The Club's Connections group donated funds to four new local charities this year.
As part of its ongoing philanthropic efforts, Connections contributed ¥7 million to 11 nonprofit organizations in 2021.
Alongside the seven longtime beneficiaries were four new recipients: online support service A Place for You; Fukushima-based children's home Aoba Gakuen; Musubie, which runs cafeterias across Japan for vulnerable children; and the Big Issue Japan (pictured), an organization that supports the homeless.
Read more...New Club General Manager Appointed
The Club is set to welcome Darren Morrish as its new general manager.
From October 1, the Australian (pictured) will lead the Club's management team, taking over from Anthony Cala, the outgoing general manager.
With more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Morrish, 51, has worked in management roles in Japan, South Korea, China, the Asia Pacific and his native Australia.
Read more...Final Board Election Slate Set
The Board of Governors has approved the slate of candidates for this year's Board election.
The election will be held in conjunction with the Annual General Meeting on November 30.
The Nominating Committee-proposed list of candidates is as follows:
Remembering Michael Van Zandt
Longtime Member Michael Van Zandt passed away on July 28 in Florida at the age of 51.
An active Member for more than 20 years, he served on the Club's Food & Beverage Committee and was chair of the Wine & Beverage Committee.
Read more...Olympic Torch Display Opens
The Club hosts two stunning pieces of Olympic history.
Torches used to carry the Olympic flame during the 1964 and 2020 Summer Games are now on display at the B1 Family Entrance.
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