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| Commodore – Steve Lombritto Steve is extremely resilient, optimistic, deeply creative and a true leader! His personality is heavily shaped by his ability to transition from the sensitive, imaginative water sign of Pisces to the bold, energetic fire sign of Aries. He is deeply aware of other people’s feelings and possesses a sharp intuition which as a leader is heartwarming. He has a Drafting Degree. He started as a Carpenter building boats and went onto various projects in the home renovation areas. In Southern CA he started his own Trim and Kitchen installation business. Proud to say he lived in 6 States (CA, NJ, TX, CO, MN, FL). Married and raised his children in Minnesota. While in MN he worked 10 years as a Home Value Appraiser. He moved to Florida in 2016. He joined SSSF in February 2020. He enjoys being part of SSSF. He brags about all the Friends he has made in the Club which will be lifelong. He’s thankful to be part of something as Special as Sailing Singles of South Florida. |
| Vice Commodore – Suzanne Younker Professionally, Suzanne is a Doctor of Audiology licensed in Florida, Ohio and Arizona. She currently works remotely as Director of Compliance and Loss Prevention for Hearing Life, a national hearing care company. Her role requires frequent travel to clinics, corporate headquarters, and training events. While not in a clinical setting, she is happy to offer guidance and encouragement to anyone navigating a hearing and/or balance problem. Personally, Suzanne was born in New Jersey but moved to Florida at the age of 3 years old. She has lived in Boca Raton for 34 years and shares her home with three cats. She is the proud mother of two adult children who are thriving on their own. Although she is a Florida girl, she is an avid snow skier, skiing in several European countries. Her other passions include sailing and boating. While she is still relatively new to this sport, she enjoys learning from the many generous captains and experienced boaters in this club. |
| Secretary – Tracy Mullane Tracy is a creative at her core, with a background in art, music, and dance. A truth teller with a knack for listening, organizing, and keeping track of the facts, she's a natural fit for Secretary. She is building Trace Elements Protocols (TEP), a longevity and metabolic health brand for women, drawing on over 45 years of self-directed study. She also founded Palm Beach Kitchens & Interiors Corp, a Delray Beach design firm specializing in kitchens and custom cabinetry, after 10 years of remodeling in Massachusetts. Her Quora writing on Cluster B personality disorders, aimed at helping others navigate them, has drawn over 3.4 million reads. Tracy spent fifteen years taking and teaching Lindy Hop and is an avid roadbike cyclist. Eager to learn to sail, she soon stepped into the Secretary role and hopes to help build the club through authentic connections that make it more enjoyable for everyone. |
 | Treasurer – Colleen Murphy Colleen is a finance and accounting professional committed to responsible stewardship, collaboration, and service. As Treasurer, her focus is maintaining clear, accurate, and transparent financial practices while helping the club create engaging experiences that strengthen member connections. Career highlight: In senior finance and business management roles, she has managed multi-million-dollar budgets, developed forecasts, supported compliance, mentored staff, and helped leaders make informed decisions. Volunteer highlight: Her service with condominium, sailing, event-planning, and community organizations has strengthened her skills in governance, teamwork, event coordination, and member engagement. She joined the club because she values belonging, friendship, and meaningful shared experiences, and she cares about building a welcoming, active community. Fun fact: A proud mother of two adult children, Kelly and Derek, Colleen also enjoys karaoke with Kelly and Derek. She now proudly calls Florida home. |
| Social Director – Lynette Beal Hailing from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Lynette Beal has been part of the SSSF community for over a decade. Her dedicated journey with the SSSF commenced in 2010, marking the beginning of a profound commitment to our organization. Lynette's leadership quickly became evident, leading to her election to the SSSF Board of Directors multiple times across various pivotal roles. She has demonstrated exceptional dedication to fostering community spirit as Social Director for five distinct terms (2013, 2015, 2019, 2025, 2026), meticulously planning and executing events that enrich our members' experiences. Her capabilities as a strategic leader culminated in her serving three terms as Commodore (2016, 2023, 2024), the highest leadership position within SSSF. She also contributed her insights as Vice-Commodore in 2018, underscoring her comprehensive understanding of the organization's operations. Her tireless efforts and unwavering commitment did not go unnoticed, earning her the prestigious Member of the Year award in 2015 and 2024, a testament to her peer recognition and positive impact. |
| Fleet Captain – Ethel Facundo She is a dependable and charismatic Fleet Captain known for her steady leadership, warmth, and strong sense of responsibility. Born under the Leo sun sign in August, she brings natural confidence to her role while staying grounded in hard work, loyalty, and follow-through. Rather than seeking attention, Ethel leads by example, earning trust through consistency, patience, and her willingness to support the people around her. With a creative spirit and ambitious mindset, Ethel approaches challenges with determination and care. She has a natural ability to bring people together, balancing charm with reliability in both personal and professional settings. Her generosity is often shown through action, whether she is helping family, supporting friends, or guiding others through important responsibilities. She has served in several SSSF Board and Committee positions as well as one of most successful Commodores.... We thank her for her wonderful contributions to the club over the years. As a leader, Ethel is loyal, disciplined, and supportive. She is at her best when working toward meaningful goals, taking on big projects, and encouraging others to reach their potential. While she may sometimes grow impatient with routine or act quickly when excited about an opportunity, her dedication and strong heart remain central to who she is. In her relationships and family life, Ethel values deep, lasting connections. She enjoys being social and sharing her warmth with others, but she is especially fulfilled by bonds built on loyalty, trust, and mutual support. Her presence offers stability, encouragement, and a sense of confidence to those who know her well. |
| Sailing Director – Melinda Fernandez Melinda was born and raised on Anna Maria Island, Florida and enjoyed living the coastal lifestyle that shaped both her personal and professional journey. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Global Business Management and worked in real estate while raising her children. She later opened a restaurant and catering company specializing in beach weddings. She then transitioned into a private superyacht chef working on yachts throughout the Bahamas and Southern islands, as well as across the Mediterranean. Her maritime and professional training and certifications include: STCW 95 Basic Coastguard Safety Training, Food Safety & Hygiene Certification (Level 2/3) Powerboat Level 2 (RYA), Certified Rescue Scuba Diver, and Professional Chef. She is the proud mother of four children, grandmother of eight, and one great grandchild who are a central part of her life and bring her great joy. Today, she is a Real Estate Investor, and enjoys studying classical piano, the Spanish language, boating, and world travel. |
| Membership Director – Debi DeKiel Former Commodore, Sailing Director, Social Director for SSSF. Born and raised in Erie PA grew up 2 miles from Lake Erie and was always in a boating family. She relocated with her company to Florida in 1999. Joined SSSF in 2001 and learned to sail in the club. Alas she was bitten by the boat ownership bug and purchased her first sailboat. Then in 2004 she acquired a Morgan 30 sloop – Ryan’s Place. She sailed her everywhere, many trips to Key Biscayne, the Florida Keys, Dry Tortugas, Bimini and of course the Abaco Bahamas. In 2018 she purchased her last sailboat - Liberty Wind – a 42-foot Pearson 424 sloop. She enjoyed many good times on her with many club members. Recently she acquired a Mainship Pilot 30 trawler. Debi is looking forward to many good times aboard her with friends, family and club members. Graduate of University of Louisville, owner of Springboard Holdings, mother of 3 and a proud grandmother of 9. In addition to boating she enjoys quality time with her family and friends. |
| Newsletter Director – Max Goldstein Max was born in New Jersey and grew up in Palisades Park. He moved to Florida in 1971, where he attended Boca Middle School, then Boca High School and graduated in the Bicentennial Class of 1976. During that time, he joined Sea Scout Ship 307, a subsidiary of the Boy Scouts of America. This started his love of sailing and other boating. He has been working as a technical writer, editor, and proofreader for over 40 years. During that time, he joined Sailing Singles of South Florida in August of 2001, so he has been in Sailing Singles for 25 years. He has held every position on the Board except Sailing Director and Fleet Commander. He is very active in the club and has been on the Board over 16 times. He usually teaches knots and line handling at the Club’s SOS and tries to attend and help at most every event. He has received the Outstanding Member Award three times and is currently the Club’s Newsletter Editor. |
| IT Director – Cheryl Lutz A member of SSSF since 2015, have held multiple board positions-Secretary, Sailing Director and IT Director. Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. Moved to Ft. Lauderdale in 1976. Have 2 kids, 3 grandchildren and a chihuahua.
Retired IT Project Manager from American Express, Risk Management Automation Technology Division after 26 years both in Ft. Lauderdale, Greensboro NC and Phoenix. Experienced in testing, building and managing application development. After leaving American Express a Project Manager at Spirit Airlines in Technologies, learning about airline operations and systems. Enjoy traveling, genealogy and spending time with my family in North Carolina. |
