PETS Midwest featured speakers Taylor Huie, Salvador Rizzo Tavares Ed Futa, and Nicki Scott.
Attendance:
Jorge Sevilla, Elizabeth Grabe, Steve Salerno, Paul Christiansen, Russ Christian, Keith White, Heidi Kopras, Tracy Diehm, , Peggy Zalucha, Brent Yauchlar, Svetlana Neshlyaeva, Susan Smith, Bob Johnson, and Judy Steinhauer; guests included Isabel Muñoz and Laurel Helland.
Discussion
Liz Grabe and Brent Yauchlar spoke about their incredible time at Presidents-Elect Training Seminars (PETS)
Brent reflected that his biggest takeaway was being able to network and share in the energy of Rotary. He noted listening to discussions about how to overcome challenges regarding club processes as well as membership concerns.
Liz reflected that giving all members a role instills a sense of purpose. We have to utilize financial gifts and talents, as well as the magic of story telling to accomplish our goals on multiple platforms.
Being part of a club is important as shown in the documentary "Join or Die" on Netflix
We need three additional members on our Board!
The Board meets every first Wednesday of the month and it's a great way to get involved in the club
Committees gave an overview of the progress they've made. A few highlights include Judy's recap that two students are going to the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, the committee is reviewing scholarship applications, and two students will be attending World Affairs. Liz also made us aware that we're looking to further our honorary membership efforts and increase engagement.
Happy bucks
Isabel is happy that her mom doesn't need surgery for her arm (injury due to icy conditions).
Judy was able to enjoy her grandkids' events including a symphony orchestra debut. She also reported that PBS' Jerry Apps featured local Gwen Mahoney on his show as well as announced that Karla is coming back in July.
Bob professed his appreciation for the club.
Mark reported that Juan has graduated from dental school.
Tracy Diehm shared that her daughter is excited for her quinceanera and Tracy is especially proud of her budgetary prowess.
Susan Smith reported that she's feeling better thanks to warmer weather and her daughter is going to Mendota to work in psychology for grad school.
Upcoming Dates
April 25 & 26 - Tricon (let Dr. Salerno know if you plan to attend)
April 30th - Dean Ryerson will walk us through visioning and our membership engagement survey at 11:45 a.m.
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