Executive Board | GFWC Clarksville
Cheryl Havlik
Club President
GFWC Tennessee Arts & Culture Chair
A Bit About Me
Cheryl Havlik brings a wealth of entrepreneurial spirit and a heart for service to her role as President of the GFWC Clarksville Women’s Club. After a successful career in the service industry—which included owning several beauty salons and a supper club in Wisconsin—Cheryl relocated to Clarksville and found a true sense of purpose and community within the GFWC.
Since joining the club in 2021, Cheryl has remained deeply committed to local outreach. During her two-year tenure as the Arts and Culture Chair, she spearheaded the creation of a scholarship at the Roxy Regional Theatre, ensuring that local youth could participate in children’s theater workshops regardless of financial barriers. Later, as Vice President of Membership, she focused on raising community awareness of GFWC goals and welcoming new voices into the organization.
As she steps into the presidency, Cheryl’s vision is centered on growth and empowerment. She aims to expand the club’s footprint in Clarksville through new community partnerships while fostering an internal culture of mutual support. Cheryl believes that while the work of volunteering is vital, the friendships forged along the way are the club's greatest treasure. With her guiding belief that "we are the key to make magic happen," she looks forward to a transformative 2026–2028 term
Molly LaRocco
Club Vice President
GFWC Music City District Arts & Culture Chair
A Bit About Me
Molly LaRocco has been a member of GFWC Clarksville since 2022. Before being elected Vice President 2026-2028, she was appointed PR & Communications chair and served on the building committee, nomination committee and bylaw committee.
Molly has close to a decade of professional non-profit experience working with arts & culture, animal welfare and higher education organizations. She specializes in donor relations, CRM management, data analysis, fundraising and operations process improvement.
Molly earned a Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) in Organizational Leadership, a Certificate of Graduate Studies in Strategic Leadership and a Certificate of Graduate Studies in Global Leadership - Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Organizational Leadership program from Lipscomb University, a private university located in Nashville, TN. While enrolled at Lipscomb, Molly earned membership to Alpha Chi National Honor Society - Tennessee Kappa chapter and Alpha Sigma Lambda National Honor Society - Upsilon Pi chapter for her high academic achievement.
Molly has been a long time supporter and advocate for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and has become a recent supporter of The Heimerdinger Foundation in Nashville. Along with GFWC she also currently volunteers as a student and workforce mentor with tnAchieves. Other past volunteer work includes, Ancora TN, Safe Harbor Equine & Livestock Sanctuary and the National Flag Football League.
Mary Stefano
Club Treasurer
A Bit About Me
Mary Stefano serves on the Board of Directors as the Treasurer for the 2026–2028 term,
bringing over three decades of professional financial experience to the GFWC Clarksville
Women’s Club. Her accounting journey began in 1989 while managing a restaurant, where she
discovered a passion for finance that led her to return to school to earn a Bachelor of Science in
Business with a focus in Accounting. For the past 13 years, Mary has successfully balanced
operating her own private accounting firm while also working with Intuit. As a Board member,
she is dedicated to leveraging her professional background to streamline the club’s operations
and maximize its community impact.
Mary’s commitment to the community is deeply rooted in her personal life and family history. As
a proud "Navy brat"; and former Army wife, she has a profound appreciation for the unique
strength and sacrifices of military families. This legacy of service continues through her children;
her son currently serves in the Navy as a Weapons Officer, and her daughter, who holds a PhD in
English, shares Mary's dedication to service through her work in the non-profit sector.
When she isn’t managing the books or assisting her tax clients, Mary enjoys playing Bunco and
volunteering her time to ensure the club’s financial health. She is honored to serve the Clarksville
community during her 2026–2028 term through sound financial stewardship and organizational
growth.
Lisbeth Dannenbrink
Club Recording Secretary
A Bit About Me
Lisbeth is the newly appointed Recording Secretary and a three-year member of the club, where she actively supports Arts and Crafts projects and sews pillows for the Domestic and Sexual Violence Awareness and Child Advocacy programs. Her dedication to heritage and service is further reflected in her leadership with the Daughters of the American Revolution, where she currently serves as First Regent for the 2026-2028 term following two years as Second Regent.
In addition to her administrative roles, Lisbeth has contributed to local commemorative efforts like Wreaths Across America and performed in two historical productions at Austin Peay State University. A 2025 graduate of APSU with a degree in History and a concentration in World History, she combines her academic background with a lifelong commitment to community engagement and historical preservation.
Erin Platt
Club Corresponding Secretary
Health & Wellness Co-chair
A Bit About Me
Erin Platt’s commitment to service is informed by a 30-year career as an IT professional and engineering team leader, where she focused on advancing healthcare and mentoring young women in STEM. She remains passionate about the power of collaboration and continues to leverage her leadership skills to create positive, lasting change within the Clarksville community.
Erin’s is a dedicated board member and Corresponding Secretary for the GFWC Clarksville Women’s Club, having previously served as the CSP for Child Advocacy. Over her four-year tenure, she has spearheaded impactful projects, including advocating for foster children with DCFS, addressing food insecurity through Lasagna Love, and supporting outreach for children with Autism. Currently serving as the Health and Wellness co-chair, she supports initiatives for Heifer International, Hope Pregnancy Center, and the Alzheimer’s Association, amongst other projects.
Teresa Cannon
Parliamentarian
A Bit About Me
Teresa Cannon has dedicated her life to the intersection of education and community service. She spent the first half of her career as a High School Language teacher, where she specialized in AP Literature, Honors English, and Spanish 1 and 2. Following her time in the classroom, she served for five years as a mentor and pupil accounting manager for an alternative school. It was during her tenure at the alternative school that Teresa was introduced to the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC). Finding that the organization was a perfect fit for her passion to serve others, she has since focused her efforts on literacy and domestic violence awareness and prevention.
Teresa’s leadership journey with GFWC began in Michigan, where she served in several high-level capacities, including Club President, State President's Assistant, District President, State Director of Communication & Technology, and GFWC Michigan Education Vice President. Upon moving to Clarksville, she immediately joined the GFWC Clarksville Women's Club, where she currently serves as the Parliamentary Advisor. Looking ahead to the next administration, Teresa will bring her extensive experience to the State Board as the CSP Chair of Communication & Public Relations.
