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| Office Manager Cindy Hanus |
April, 2002 - Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, I moved to Florida in 1974 and became manager of a 20-unit apartment building on the Isle of Venice until 1992. I also had a Jazzercise Franchise from 1983 until 1989. While living at the Lauderdale Tennis Club in 1989; a tennis club community association consisting of 8 separate condominium associations, 23 Har-Tru tennis courts, and a full food and beverage operation, they lost their Office Manager and asked if I would help them out which I did for 3 years learning every aspect of the business. While there I attended paralegal school and received Rollins College Certificate of Achievement for paralegal studies in 1992 as well as obtaining my Condominium Association Management license in 1994. When I have time I volunteer at the Wildlife Care Center.
In 1996 we bought a house in Tamarac with a lovely golf course view on the 14th fairway. I have 5 cats that allow me to share the house with them and four strays that have given me the privilege of adopting them outside. I have all the joys and headaches that go along with home ownership, but I wouldn't give it up for a minute!
I came to The Regency Tower in 1993 and have worked with 7 separate and very different Board of Directors as well as a multitude of unit owners over the years, which in itself is a learning experience.
Our current Board has displayed a dedication and leadership of which they can truly be proud and I applaud each and every one of them for their unselfish dedication in making The Regency Tower a truly gracious place to live.

Carlos Pereira
(Chief of Security)
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| Security Chief Carlos Pereira |
December, 2005 - My name is Carlos Pereira. I am originally from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. My children (a girl, 21, and a boy, 14) were born here in Fort Lauderdale. My background is in Administration Management. I came on board as a Part-Timer-Weekender and, lucky me, became the building Chief of Security. I confess; I am learning as I go.
So, I need your help in developing a program to better serve you and make you feel safe. This is my priority. I am willing to hear any suggestion that you give to the Board to improve what we have. I think that we have a good system, but as everything else, there is always room for improvement. I am officially here Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., but I am on call 24/7.
Please don’t be shy to give the Board your ideas and suggestions. It is the aim of the Security Department to make the Security System in this building more pleasant and a safer place to live. Thank you.
Carlos was recently appointed as the new Regency Tower Chief of Security. His background is in Administrative Management. He comes to us with excellent references, effectively manages a myriad daily security challenges and has a great rapport with his staff. Since his appointment, we have already benefitted from his dedication to continuously improving our security system and his substantial organizational skills. Carlos aggressively pursues his responsibilities behind a calm demeanor and a friendly, professional manner. What more can we ask? Take a moment to introduce yourself to Carlos. Once you get to know him, we feel that you’ll agree with our assessment. We lucked out! - [*editor]

Jim Edmiston
(Security Guard)
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Jim Edmiston - Prefers New Security Position Schedule |
June, 2002 - I was born in Youngstown, Ohio in 1943. After graduating from high school, I attended Youngstown State University while working at United States Steel. As the mills closed down and winters grew longer, I decided it was time to migrate to sunny Florida.
Over the years I have worked as a lease salesman for Ryder Truck Rentals, a witness liaison for Broward County Court System and a combination of jobs between The Regency Tower and Playa del Mar.
During my first tour with The Regency Tower, I lived on my sailboat and spent one beautiful summer sailing the Abaco Islands with my then soon-to-be wife, Susan.
We now have a home in Davie where she is a physical education teacher at University School of Nova South-eastern University. We both enjoy fresh water fishing and playing tennis. We are vacationing in North Carolina where we will attempt to water ski for the first time in 40 years. Wish me luck!
I've worked at The Regency Tower for six years. I can honestly say that I have enjoyed my position as Pool Attendant and that I’ve also enjoyed the residents I deal with on a daily basis. I love working outside. Hopefully, this is a job I can continue right into retirement.
After nine years of dedicated service in the Regency Tower Maintenance Department, Jim has moved to a position in Security better suited to his personal scheduling preferences AND our needs. Click Here to read a letter from Jim to Regency Tower. - [*editor]

Jack Holthoefer
(Security Guard)
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| Security Guard Jack Holthoefer |
March, 2003 - I was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 28, 1926 and went to Elementary and High School there. At the age of 12 I was playing the bugle. At age 13 my father bought me a trumpet. Without any lessons the first day I could play all the popular songs and became First Trumpeter in High School, in the Marching Band, the High School Symphony Orchestra and at age 16, played at dances in private clubs such as the Elks and the Moose clubs.
At age 18 I was drafted into the U.S. Army. I went overseas with the 31st Armored Infantry and went to Okinawa and was there briefly before the Atomic Bomb was dropped. Our division was sent to Korea as the Army of Occupation.
During my military career, our division arranged a talent show and asked for any singers, dancers, musicians etc. to come on stage. I went and asked if there was a trumpet for me to play. They had an old coronet. I played for them in front of the audience and that was the beginning of my professional musical career. I played in many Army and Navy hospitals putting on shows and played for Officer’s dances. The last 6 months in Korea I was named the Band Leader.
After my tour, I returned to Cincinnati and found work in a machine shop at night. During the day I ran my own floor finishing business and weekends played in night clubs and private events. I got married and had 3 children, two of whom died in infancy. My only child, a son Phil, lives in Fort Myers and I have 2 granddaughters.
I moved to Florida in 1963. I am now married to Elaine Freifeld for 19 years. I have been a Security Officer for 17 years and since 1998 have been with The Regency Tower where I have met many wonderful and interesting people. Since living in Florida I have enjoyed fishing, boating and camping. My favorite place is the Florida Keys and especially Key West.