ANNUAL LUNCHEON AND INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS

On November 13th, the Irene Dunne Guild held its Annual Luncheon and Installation of Officers 2026 at the Del Rey Yacht Club. Co-chaired by Christina Arechaederra and Kristin Keefe, the event brought members together to celebrate another year of service.

The Guild installed its 2026 officers: Janis Gallo, President; Suzanne Caldwell, Vice President; Nancy Wu, Treasurer; Karrie Harding, Corresponding Secretary; and Stephanie Malbasa, Recording Secretary.

Guests heard remarks from Sheryl Bourgeois, President and CEO of the Saint John’s Health Center Foundation, and Michael Ricks, Chief Executive of Providence Saint John’s Health Center, both expressing heartfelt gratitude for the Guild’s continued support.

The Guild also warmly welcomed its newest IDG members, Gillian Clow, Yale Kino, Valerie Nelson, Elise Reagan, Ilene Roper, and Sunday Taylor, as well as its new Women Physicians of the IDG: Dr. Marisa Gigg, Dr. Tyffany Caldwell, and Dr. Joanne Low. Several of the new members were present at the luncheon, celebrating the growth and ongoing strength of the Guild community.