Featured Speaker: Eric Raddatz
2025-10-22 07:30 - 08:30 (America/New_York) | Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers, 33907, United States
Featured Speaker for October 22nd Meeting:Eric Raddatz
Executive Director – Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium
Join us this Wednesday for an engaging presentation from Eric Raddatz, who will share updates and insights about the exciting programs, exhibits, and community initiatives happening at the Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about one of Southwest Florida’s most beloved educational attractions!
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Featured Speaker: Bob Strommen
2025-10-29 07:30 - 08:30 | Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers, 33907, United States
Featured Speaker for October 29th Meeting:Bob Strommen
The Philosophy of Leadership & Management
Join us at this week’s Rotary meeting to hear featured speaker Bob Strommen share his insights on the philosophy of leadership and management. With a rich history in Naples, Bob has been visiting Naples since 1987 and SWFL since 1970. Recently, Bob served as the Managing Partner of Naples Pickleball Center (NPC) which was nominated for the 2022 Business of the Year in 2023. At NPC, he was fortunate to attract an exceptionally skilled and service-oriented staff dedicated to the community beyond pickleball. This commitment has extended to Naples JBB United.
While at NPC, Bob became the sole owner and the Founding Team of the NPL in its inaugural 2023 season. Currently, Bob focuses on developing Naples JBB United as a significant asset for the Naples, Collier, and Lee Country communities.
WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING
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Featured Speakers: Colin Hargis & David Deiros
2025-11-05 07:30 - 08:30 | Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers, 33907, United States
Featured Speakers for November 5th Meeting:Colin Hargis & David Deiros
FGCU Athletics
Colin Hargis – Director of Athletics
Colin Hargis was named Florida Gulf Coast University’s Director of Intercollegiate Athletics in March 2024. He brings two decades of Division I experience, including 15 years at North Carolina State University.
At NC State, Hargis rose to Senior Associate AD for External Relations, leading revenue-generating initiatives that brought in over $27 million annually. Under his leadership, the department set records in revenue growth, including a 327% increase in women’s basketball and 15% in men’s basketball. He also oversaw the school’s multimedia rights partnership with Learfield and led NIL efforts, creating a dedicated NIL position and student-athlete programming.
Hargis began his athletics career at NC State in 2004, later holding roles at USF before returning to NC State for a second stint. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Wingate University and a master’s from NC State.
Originally from Voorheesville, New York, Hargis and his wife, Katie, have two sons, Jacob and Mason.
David Deiros – Associate AD, Strategic Engagement
David Deiros joined FGCU Athletics’ senior staff as Associate Athletics Director for Strategic Engagement on May 19, 2025. In this role, he’ll support daily operations, strategic planning, and community engagement.
Deiros retired as FGCU Softball’s founding and only head coach after 23 seasons, amassing a 779-477-3 record (.620) and leading the program to 18 winning seasons and 10 years of 35+ wins. His teams earned 36 wins over Power 4 opponents, 11 victories over ranked programs, and multiple conference titles, including the 2012 ASUN Championship.
He coached three All-Americans, five ASUN Players of the Year, and numerous All-Conference and Academic honorees. Four of his players are in the FGCU Hall of Fame, and three are also in the ASUN Hall of Fame.
Beyond coaching, Deiros has served as FGCU’s athletics business manager and taught chemistry full-time. He has held leadership roles with the ASUN, NCAA, and FGCU Faculty Senate and was named FGCU’s Administrative and Professional Employee of the Year in 2002–03. He will continue teaching General Chemistry at FGCU.
Before FGCU, Deiros was a successful high school coach and science educator in Collier County. He holds degrees from USF (BS) and the University of Miami (MS).
WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING
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Featured Speaker: Kristina Schira
2025-11-12 07:30 - 08:30 | Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers, 33907, United States
Featured Speaker for November 12th Meeting:Kristina Schira
Founder – Strength n Honor Charities
Kristina is the founder of Strength n Honor Charities, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving veterans, first responders, and their families through acts of service, community outreach, and faith-driven support. Guided by compassion and gratitude, she created the organization to honor those who sacrifice so much for others.
In addition to her charitable work, Kristina has proudly served for the past seven years as the Location Coordinator for Wreaths Across America in Lee County Cemeteries, leading efforts to remember and honor fallen heroes through annual wreath-laying ceremonies and volunteer engagement. Her unwavering dedication reflects her belief that true strength and honor are found in serving others.
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Featured Speaker: Earl Quenzel
2025-11-19 07:30 - 08:30 | Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers, 33907, United States
Featured Speaker for November 19th Meeting:Earl Quenzel
Quenzel Marketing Agency
Join us this Wednesday for a presentation by Earl Quenzel on Defining, Designing, and Delivering Superior Customer Experiences. Earl will share insights and ideas on creating meaningful connections and positive experiences that lead to lasting success. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a fresh perspective you can bring to your own work and community involvement.
Earl has served as a past president of the Sunrise – Rotary Club of Fort Myers, president of the McGregor Woods Homeowners Association for 3 years, and currently serves as chairman of the Players Circle Theater board. In addition to his active community involvement, Earl is a partner at Quenzel Marketing Agency with his wife, Colleen.
WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING
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No Meeting This Week
2025-11-26 07:30 - 08:30
No Meeting This WeekDue to the Thanksgiving holiday, there will be no Sunrise – Rotary Club of Fort Myers meeting this week. Weekly meetings will resume Wednesday, December 3rd. We wish everyone a pleasant and memorable Thanksgiving!
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No Meeting This Week

Sunrise Rotary Club of Fort Myers Weekly Meeting
2025-12-03 07:30 - 08:30 | Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers, 33907, United States
Sunrise Rotary Club December 3rd Meeting:Please join us for this week’s meeting as we share Thanksgiving memories and spend some time getting to know our newer Rotarians. It will be a great chance to reflect, connect, and learn more about one another. We will also share a Rotary golf tournament update. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Featured Event: Offsite Meeting at LARC
2025-12-10 07:30 - 08:30 | LARC Inc., 2570 Hanson Street, Fort Myers, FL, 33901, United States
Featured Event for December 10th Meeting:LARC Choir Holiday Music Performance Join us this Wednesday as we gather offsite at LARC for a special Rotary meeting. We will enjoy breakfast prepared in their new culinary teaching kitchen, along with a special performance by the LARC choir. We look forward to gathering in support of LARC and experiencing the incredible work being done there!
WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING
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2570 Hanson Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
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