As part of our efforts to build an inclusive community one friendship at a time, FCVA has created a Community Engagement series for adults to enjoy great programs and learn something new. We hope you can make it!
Plan Ahead for Your Child: Special Needs Trust Planning
Wednesday, April 28 – 8:00 – 9:00 pm Led by Joanne Marcus, Commonwealth Community Trust
The Five Mother Sauces: Sauces for Every Occassion
Wednesday, May 12 – 8:00 – 9:00 pm Led by Lee Hendrickson, Chef at Dover Hall
Investing Basics: Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds, and Cryptocurrency
Wednesday, June 2 – 8:00 – 9:00 pm Led by Haider Sharifi, Equity Concepts
About The Speakers
Haider Sharifi is a Wealth Manager & Director of Financial Planning with Equity Concepts, a premier wealth management firm in central Virginia. Haider began his professional life at Morgan Stanley in 2003. In 2013, he was recruited by Equity Concepts to build out the Advanced Planning Desk and Financial Planning platforms for the firm. He continues to serve clients by helping them to identify and achieve their long- and short-term financial goals.
Joanne Marcus has a master’s degree in social work and serves as the President and CEO of Commonwealth Community Trust (CCT). Ms. Marcus brings to CCT over 37 years of experience in nonprofit administration and served as the Executive Director of CCT for 21 years before being named President and CEO. Under the leadership of Ms. Marcus, CCT has grown to serve over 1,900 trust beneficiaries throughout the United States. Ms. Marcus is frequently asked to speak to professional groups and community organizations nationwide.
Lee Hendrickson is currently the Executive Chef at Dover Hall in Manakain-Sabot, VA. Chef Lee grew up in Fluvanna County with a large Italian family where the kitchen was always busy and his first cooking lessons came straight from Grandma. In 2013, he joined the Easton Porter Group as the Sous Chef at Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards. Two years later, Lee opened another restaurant in Charleston, SC. After building a name for himself, he was hand-picked to join the Dover Hall team. Chef Lee is laser focused on farm to table, presenting delectable foods that are innovative but approachable.