Spring Meeting

On March 27, 2010, ICMA members attended an investment seminar and business meeting organized by Dr. Gonz Chua, ICMA president, at the famed Maggiano‘s Restaurant.

Mr. J. Keith Stucker, Senior Vice President and Senior Portfolio Manager for RBC Wealth Management, presented a seminar titled Investment Strategies for Uncertain Times. The objectives of the seminar were to assist members in learning the basics in investing, how market volatility can work for investors and how to develop a tactical approach to investing.

Mr. Shola Ajiboye, CEO of the African Community Center, came as a special guest of Dr. Gonz Chua. He discussed his experience in establishing the African Center 17 years ago and subsequently the Free African Clinic 5 years ago. He invited ICMA to associate with the Community Free Clinic in offering free medical services to Chinese and other Asian patients. There is ample space in the clinic and no obligation on our part. He suggested that in order to facilitate care of Asian patients, we also need an interpreter or secretarial help on days assigned for Chinese patients. He offered one day a week if needed. Dr. Gonz warmly accepted his invitation and will soon volunteer in the Clinic. However, involvement of ICMA will require further discussion and approval of the members.

After the seminar and talk, all of the attendees heartily enjoyed a very scrumptious Italian meal at Maggiano's provided by RBC Wealth Management. Dr. Gonz Chua presented his beautiful painting masterpiece to Mr. J. Keith Stucker in appreciation for providing the very informative seminar and luncheon for the ICMA members. Dr. Chua also presented a plaque to Dr. and Mrs. Patrick Lau in recognition for their dedicated service and contributions to ICMA.