Our Team

Working together for better Flagler

Agnes Lightfoot

President

Welcome to the Democratic Women Club Flagler! With expertise from top companies, I bring valuable knowledge to our vibrant group. Join us in advocating for equality and justice, while indulging in my love for tennis and staying informed through MSNBC. Together, let’s create a brighter future in Palm Coast.

Dr. Yvette Edghill Spano

2nd Vice President – Legislative Liaison

I am a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, advocate, and more! My husband, Martin and I retired to Palm Coast in 2021 where we’ve found joy and purpose. I’m proud to hold my Ph.D. from Rutgers University in NJ and have worked in biomedical sciences. I am a passionate Legislative Liaison where I believe that learning and sharing knowledge about bills that impact women and Floridians is crucial to our society’s progress. I love to dance, cook, travel, and behind-the-scenes politics.

Joann Soman

Recording Secretary

Throughout my career, I’ve dedicated myself to the realm of commercial real estate, spanning both Los Angeles and Miami. My most recent role was with CBRE, where I served as the Director of Property Management for Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties. Alongside my professional pursuits, I’ve actively engaged with various civic and professional organizations. Notably, I had the honor of serving as the Board Chair of the Women’s Fund of Miami-Dade, where I advocated for women’s empowerment and equality.

Since relocating to Flagler Beach in 2016, I’ve immersed myself in community engagement, particularly through my involvement with the Flagler Democratic Woman’s Club, where I currently hold a position on the board. I have a deep passion for championing women’s issues and fighting for women’s rights.

Looking ahead to 2024, my primary focus is mobilizing voters to support the 4th Amendment and contribute to the momentum of the blue wave. Together, let’s make a difference!

Joan Buback

Hospitality

My career spanned 25 years with the IBM Corporation as an Office Manager, Marketing Representative, and Event Planner. I am a mother, wife, grandmother, and proud Democrat.

I moved to Palm Coast in 2016 and have been active with the Flagler Democrats and especially with the Democratic Women’s Club as past Secretary, Treasurer and Event Co-ordinator. I have marched with you, suffered with you during the worst of times, and rejoiced with you for every hard-fought victory.

I am looking forward to working with all our Women’s Club members in the fight to get President Biden re-elected in 2024.Together we can contribute to changing our city, our State, and our Country. Never Giving In, and Never Giving Up!!

Mary Kiernan-Tighe

1st Vice President

I earned my BA from S.U.N.Y. at Geneseo and my MSW from S.U.N.Y. at Stony Brook. I’m a licensed clinical social worker with years of experience in various settings. My career is deeply meaningful to me. Married to Barry for 32 years, we moved to Palm Coast in 2019. We enjoy biking, nature walks, and hosting loved ones. Personally, I find solace in yoga, meditation, and nature. Advocating for justice with the Democratic Women brings me fulfillment and joy.

Regina Winbush

Treasurer

I received my Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering from The University of Tennessee and my MBA from John Hopkins University. During my 35 year career at IBM and Lenovo, I held various leadership positions across many departments within the IBM Supply Chain.

Prior to retiring in 2017, I was Treasurer for my church and Membership Chair for my sons high school Booster Club. After living in the Northern VA/Maryland area, I moved to Flagler County in 2018, found a new church home in 2020 and joined the Democratic Women’s Club in 2021. I was elected treasurer of the club in January 2023.

I am the proud mother of a wonderful son, a sister and aunt to my loving family, and enjoy cooking, singing and spending time outdoors.

I am a proud Democrat, a strong advocate for Women’s rights and Equal Opportunity. I am committed to continue to fight for our Democracy and for the future of our children and grandchildren. Let’s continue this fight together!

Ann Playe

Board Secretary

I moved to Palm Coast from Massachusetts in 2007. I work part-time as a counselor helping students with college choices, applications and financial aid appeals. Before that, I worked in college admissions and financial aid. My first political activism was wearing a big Kennedy for President button in my VERY Republican hometown. I am presently the Board Secretary for the DWC of Flagler County after having served as Recording Secretary.

Myra Smith

Technology Chair

I retired from my career as a college admission and financial aid professional in 2012. In that capacity served in financial aid and enrollment management positions at Smith College, Yale University, and the College Board. After moving to Palm Coast, I became involved in church and community with particular focus on issues facing low income/no income families. I joined the DWCFlagler shortly after moving here and became involved both on a local and state level. For the past two years I coordinated state-wide texting campaigns for the Democratic Women’s Club of Florida and was recognized by the DWCF as “Grassroots Campaigner of the Year” in 2022. I’m currently helping the DWCFlagler with technical issues and the Flagler DEC with texting and email campaigns. I firmly believe that is incumbent on all of us to put in the work in to make this state and this country truely “indivisable, with justice for all”. Let’s do it!