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SUMMARY:Sunrise Rotary Weekly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Sunrise Rotary Weekly Meeting — July 2nd:Speaker To Be Announced\nJoin us at this week’s Sunrise Rotary meeting for fellowship\, club updates\, and an engaging speaker (to be announced soon). Weekly meetings are a great opportunity to catch up\, stay engaged with the club\, and enjoy coffee and conversation with fellow Rotarians. We look forward to seeing you there! \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/sunrise-rotary-weekly-meeting/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20250620T182830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T142308Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Jarrod Demming
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for June 25th Meeting:Jarrod Demming\nFort Myers Technical College\nJarrod Demming is an experienced leader in career education and workforce development\, currently serving as Director of Career Services at Fort Myers Technical College. With a background that spans career advising\, I.T.\, and project management\, Jarrod is known for building strong industry partnerships and designing impactful career readiness programs. He has served in both secondary and post-secondary education and is actively involved in regional initiatives supporting workforce pipelines. Born and raised in Lee County\, Florida\, he completed coursework at the University of Florida and the University of Alabama\, and holds certifications in Vocational Education and Entrepreneurship. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-jarrod-demming/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20250612T154322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T154322Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: State Senator Jonathan Martin
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for June 18th Meeting:State Senator Jonathan Martin\nFlorida Senate\nSenator Jonathan Martin\, an accomplished attorney and dedicated public servant\, was born in Cherokee\, Iowa\, and moved to Florida in 1986. He holds a Juris Doctor from Liberty University School of Law. He also earned both a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Arts from Stetson University\, where he served as president of the Student Government Association. Senator Martin’s career in public service began as an Assistant State Attorney in the 20th Judicial Circuit\, serving in Hendry County from 2008 to 2009\, Glades County from 2009 to 2012\, and Lee County from 2012 to 2014. In 2022\, Senator Martin was elected to the Florida Senate\, where he continues to serve his constituents with dedication and integrity. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-state-senator-jonathan-martin/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20250611T174902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T210132Z
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SUMMARY:Changing of the Guard - 2025-2026
DESCRIPTION:Please Join Rotary Club of Fort Myers – Sunrise.\n2025-2026 Changing of the Guard.\nSaturday\, 6/14 from 6 PM to 8:30 PM\nDoubleTree at Bell Tower Shops.13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nSunrise Rotary member: $35\, Guests: $35\nAfter clicking the Register button\, you will be directed to the Club Membership Dues payment page. Please enter the total amount. Tickets are $35 per person\, so if you need to purchase two tickets enter $70 as the total. Three tickets $105\, and so on.REGISTERGary Goforth\n2024-2025 President \nShane Crawford\n2025-2026 President \nAGENDA\n6:00 to 6:30 PM – Cocktails & Fellowship\n\nCocktails & Fellowship\n\n6:30 to 7:00 PM – Dinner\n\nDinner\n\n7:00 PM – Call To Assembly\n\nCall To Assembly\n\n7:05 PM - Call to Order\n\nWelcome & Introductions – President\, Shane Crawford\nPledge of Allegiance – Past President\, Gary Goforth\nInvocation – Past District Governor\, Dilman Thomas\n\n7:10 to 7:30 PM – President’s Remarks and Recognition\n\nPast President\, Gary Goforth\n\n7:30 to 7:45 PM – 2025-2026 Officers & Directors Installation\n\nPDG\, Don Thomas\n\n7:45 to 7:50 PM – Passing of the Gavel\n\nPast President\, Gary Goforth\n\n7:50 to 8:05 PM – President's Address\n\nPresident\, Shane Crawford\n\n8:05 PM – Paul Harris Fellow Recognitions\n\nPaul Harris Fellow Recognitions\n\n8:15 PM – Rotary Four Way Test\n\nPresident Elect\, Peggy Mouracade
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/changing-of-the-guard-2025-2026/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Change of the Guard,Upcoming Events,Wednesday Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Cynthia Thompson
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for June 4th Meeting:Cynthia Thompson\nManager – Walk to End Alzheimer’s\nCynthia Thompson\, the Walk Manager for the Alzheimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Fort Myers\, is proud to share details about the world’s largest fundraiser dedicated to ending this devastating disease. \nWith a global mission to eliminate Alzheimer’s and all other forms of dementia\, the Association relies on community support to continue its critical work. As the organization leads the way in advancing research\, promoting risk education and early detection\, and providing quality care and support\, Cynthia emphasizes that they cannot do it alone. With new treatments on the horizon\, now is the time for hope and action. Cynthia invites everyone to help keep the momentum going by joining the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Fort Myers. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-cynthia-thompson/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20250518T175234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T200942Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Dianne Piercy
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for May 28th Meeting:Dianne Piercy\nTeacher – Allen Park Elementary School\nDianne Piercy has been an elementary school physical education teacher for 38 years\, guided by her love for children and the outdoors. In 2012\, she began volunteering at a community garden\, where she discovered the joy of growing food and sharing it with those in need. This passion quickly found its way into her teaching. Since 2013\, she has incorporated gardening into her physical education classes\, helping students learn how to plant\, care for\, and harvest their own food. \nIn 2024\, with generous support from the Rotary Club—including planting towers and garden supplies—more children have been given the opportunity to connect with nature in a hands-on way. For Dianne\, watching students grow alongside their gardens has been a truly rewarding experience. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-dianne-piercy/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20250504T211939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T211939Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Meeting Notice
DESCRIPTION:Featured Event for May 7th Meeting:Sunrise Rotary Club of Fort Myers Weekly Meeting\nJoin us this week to connect\, catch up\, and stay engaged with everything happening in our club. It’s a great chance to share ideas\, build relationships\, and stay involved in the meaningful work we do together.​ \nA huge thank you to everyone who participated in the OneDigital Golf Tournament — your support helps keep our mission moving forward! \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/weekly-meeting-notice/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20250425T143626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T143626Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Event: Spotlight on New Faces and Golf Tournament Prep
DESCRIPTION:Featured Event for April 30th Meeting:Spotlight on New Faces and Golf Tournament Prep\nJoin us this week for an engaging Rotary meeting as we get to know a few of our newest members through brief “Getting to Know You” conversations. It’s a great chance to welcome fresh faces and learn more about who they are. We’ll also dive into updates on the upcoming golf tournament and cover any other club news or announcements. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-event-spotlight-on-new-faces-and-golf-tournament-prep/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20250416T224428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T235542Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Golf Tournament Committee
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for April 23rd Meeting:Golf Tournament Committee\nFinal Prep for Golf Tournament\nJoin us this week as the Golf Tournament Committee comes together for the final planning session before the golf tournament on May 2nd at The Dunes. Whether you’re part of the committee or just want to lend a hand\, your input is valuable and appreciated. Let’s make this year’s event our best one yet! \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-golf-tournament-committee/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20250410T143325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T174801Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Fort Myers Mighty Mussels
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for April 16th Meeting:Fort Myers Mighty Mussels\nTake Me Back to the Ballgame\nJoin us this week for a home run of a meeting as we welcome the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels baseball team! The Mighty Mussels’ 2025 schedule has been revised and finalized\, the league office has announced. \nIn the wake of the stadium accommodations made by the Tampa Bay Rays and Tampa Tarpons\, Major League Baseball has adjusted the Florida State League matchups while maintaining similar dates and the same number of games. \nThe Mussels’ 132-game season will begin on Friday\, April 4 in Palm Beach (STL)\, with the team’s home opener at the Lee Health Sports Complex scheduled for 7:05 p.m. on Tuesday\, April 8 against the Tampa Tarpons (NYY). \nThe Mussels will host 66 home games at the Lee Health Sports Complex in Fort Myers. With just a few exceptions\, all Tuesday through Friday home games will begin at 7:05 p.m. Saturday games will start at 6:05 p.m. and all Sunday games are set for a 12:05 p.m. first pitch. Fort Myers will wrap up the 2025 season with a six-game series at home against the St. Lucie Mets (NYM) September 2-7. \nThe full schedule is now available to view here. Continue to monitor MightyMussels.com and the Mussels’ social media pages for upcoming announcements regarding promotions\, giveaways\, and ticket availability. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-fort-myers-mighty-mussels/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20250404T151337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T151337Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Chris Petkovich
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for April 9th Meeting:Chris Petkovich\nMedical Benevolence Foundation\nChris is the Southeast Director of Partner Engagement for the Medical Benevolence Foundation in Fort Lauderdale. Chris joined the MBF Partner Engagement Team in October 2022\, after a long career in Higher Education fundraising. Prior\, he served in various development roles at Cross International and Covenant House Florida. His international mission experience includes trips to Guatemala\, Honduras\, Uzbekistan\, and Kyrgyzstan. \nMBF is a global health organization founded in 1963 and dedicated to transforming lives by building sustainable medical ministries in developing countries. Through long-term partnerships\, MBF equips the indigenous church in partner countries with tools and resources that allow them to meet the healthcare needs of their communities. Their vision translates into four medical ministries that serve the poorest of the poor in the developing world: \n\nCritical health services for women and children\nNursing schools and scholarships\nHospital and clinic support and development\nSpiritual ministry\n\nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-chris-petkovich/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20250327T142738Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Robyn DeZego
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for April 2nd Meeting:Robyn DeZego\nBRM Constructors\nRobyn DeZego has been a Rotarian since the week she moved to Florida in December 2016. When her four children were in Interact\, Robyn was the VP of Carolina Cancer Services and worked full-time at High Point Market Authority\, leaving little time to join Rotary. Upon relocating to Florida\, one of the first things she did was become a Rotarian. \nRobyn is the President of the Rotary Club of Bonita Beach Sunset. After cleaning up her home following Hurricane Ian\, she joined Current District Governor Kelsey Sola in Fort Myers Beach to assist with mucking and gutting. The following year\, after Hurricane Idalia\, Robyn teamed up with Kelsey\, Judy Hammond\, and Exchange student Elo for five days in Northern Florida\, helping Disaster Aid USA initiate cleanup efforts. \nRecently\, Robyn became familiar with a company that helps families keep their homes by lifting them instead of demolishing them. With a background in interior design and construction\, she joined the company and is now spreading the word about this opportunity\, hoping to help Rotarians and neighbors save their forever homes. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-robyn-dezego/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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SUMMARY:Featured Speakers: Richard Hall & Don Thomas
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speakers for March 26th Meeting:Richard Hall & Don Thomas\nGift of Life\nRichard Hall has been a Certified Public Accountant since 1982 and the owner of Richard S. Hall\, CPA\, PA since 1991. He has been a member of Rotary International since 2003\, starting with the Cape Coral Sunset Club and joining the Fort Myers Sunrise Club in 2009. He has served as a board member and officer for both clubs and was President of the Fort Myers Sunrise club from 2017-2018. He is also a Past President of Rotary Gift of Life Florida\, Inc.\, where he now serves as a board member. Richard is also the Treasurer for Rotary District 6960. Richard has been married to Patricia Hall since 1991 and is the proud father of two sons\, one daughter\, and grandfather to eight grandchildren. \nDon Thomas was born in Rochester\, NY. He has been a resident of Cape Coral\, Florida since 1981. Both Don and his wife Sue are major donors to the Rotary Foundation\, sustaining members\, and benefactors. Don is a Charter Member of the Rotary Club of Cape Coral Goldcoast\, was the Charter Secretary\, and is a Past President of his club. Don was District Governor of 6960 in 2010-2011. He is an alumnus of the Rotary Foundation and was our delegate to the Council on Legislation in 2016-2020. \nDon was President of Gift of Life of Florida from 2016-2018. Both Don and Sue are on the Board of Directors. He is a Charter member of the Rotary Leadership Institute Sunshine Division\, a Discussion Leader\, and a Director of Training Development. He was honored to receive the District 6960 “Service Above Self Award” and was twice named “Rotarian of the Year” by his club. Don considers the most rewarding aspects of his many years in Rotary to have the opportunity to participate in the distribution of wheelchairs in Trinidad and Tobago\, Humanitarian trips to the Caribbean\, and his medical missions with Gift of Life\, including his mission in Romania and a keynote speaker at Zone Institute\, Zones 19 & 20B. Don is District 6960 Chairman and Ambassador for HANWASH Inc. in Cavaillon Haiti\, and serves as our District Membership Chair for 2023-2026. \nIn partnership with Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation\, Gift of Life has developed sustainable pediatric heart surgery programs in several countries and continues to do this work around the globe. The purpose of the mission was to provide life-saving pediatric heart surgery to children with congenital heart defects from developing countries by bringing one child at a time to the U.S. to obtain the surgeries. Since that time\, the Gift of Life mission has grown tremendously\, and it has now saved the lives of over 40\,000 children in developing countries who would otherwise likely have perished. Gift of Life is working to change the outlook for these children and give each child\, no matter where they are born\, a level playing field and a fighting chance. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speakers-richard-hall-don-thomas/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T073000
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Tony Power
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for March 19th Meeting:Tony Power\nBurmese Python Project\nTony grew up back in Brisbane Australia\, graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce from The University of Queensland\, and then qualified as an Associate Chartered Accountant. His corporate life quickly led him to be relocated to Bahrain with DHL for 2 years\, living some of that time in Riyadh Saudi Arabia as well. He was relocated after 2 years for a 4-month stint at the Global Headquarters of DHL in London and then moved once again to Rio De Janeiro as Controller for Latin America for DHL. The then Regional Office was relocated to Fort Lauderdale. \nAfter 10 years with DHL Tony moved over to Burger King initially as Latin America Finance Director and completed an MBA at University of Miami\, after which he was relocated back to Sydney as Director of Business Development for the South Pacific area. After another 10 years with Burger King\, Tony relocated to Florida again and joined York International Corporation initially for 2 years as Finance Director for Latin America/Caribbean before being relocated to London as VP Finance for EMEA (Europe\, Middle East\, Africa). After the merger of York with Johnson Controls and a stint working as VP of the Global SAP Deployment team based in Amsterdam\, Tony was relocated to Dubai as VP of Operations & Administration for the Middle East Region for 6 years. \nAfter another short 2-year stint in Brazil again\, Tony retired from Corporate Life moving back to Florida. While researching business opportunities and alternatives\, Tony became interested in the financial services industry. He secured his Life and Health license in 2018 and evolved his focus on Retirement Planning. This was an important moment of reflection for Tony\, contemplating what he did and did not learn from Corporate Life\, plus the 2008/9 impact on his 401k. \nDuring all this movement Tony managed to get married and have two amazing kids (twins) who have successfully completed College and now live full time here in the US and who have two beautiful grandchildren. Tony is also a Rotarian since 2016 and has served as Club President two times and Area Governor for his District\, as well as being engaged directly in Disaster Recovery efforts (e.g. post Hurricane Ian) and leadership of environmental projects such as the Burmese Python Issue in SWFL. \nFor more details\, visit Tony’s LinkedIn page at www.linkedin.com/in/tonyppower. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-tony-power/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T083000
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Earl Quenzel
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for March 12th Meeting:Earl Quenzel\n6 Important Lessons Small Businesses Can Learn from Super Bowl Advertisers\nJoin us this week for an engaging Rotary meeting as marketing expert Earl Quenzel takes us on a journey through the history of Super Bowl advertising. From iconic classics to memorable campaigns\, Earl will break down what makes these ads unforgettable and reveal the best Super Bowl commercials of all time. Don’t miss this insightful and entertaining look at advertising on the world’s biggest stage! \nEarl 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. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/rotary-featured-speaker-earl-quenzel/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T083000
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Peggy Mouracade
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for March 5th Meeting:Peggy Mouracade\nGlobal Health Trends\nDr. Peggy Mouracade has been a part of the medical community of Fort Myers\, Florida since 1997. It was no surprise that she chose medicine as a profession in that she was immersed in this world growing up in West Virginia. Her beloved father\, her mentor\, was a vascular surgeon and through him she witnessed the joy and fulfillment of being a physician. \nPeggy’s undergraduate studies were done at Wake Forest University and culminated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. She graduated with Magna Cum Laude with Honors and elected to Phi Beta Kappa. She was awarded an Upperclassmen Carswell Scholarship at the end of her freshman year. As part of the scholarship\, she spent the summer of her junior year in the Philippines studying healthcare delivery. Cementing an early interest in medicine\, she remained in Winston-Salem\, NC and attended The Bowman Gray School of Medicine. She was part of the second class to enroll in the Alternate Pathway-problem based curriculum. She was introduced to a way of learning of which centered the patient as the focus of care and that has remained with her throughout her professional career. After identifying a strong interest in the field of Internal Medicine\, she went on to the University of Florida where she completed a residency in Internal Medicine and a fellowship in Nephrology. She holds Board Certifications in both specialties. She is also recognized as a Fellow in the American College of Physicians and the American Society of Nephrology. \nShe moved to Fort Myers\, Florida in 1997 and joined Associates in Nephrology where she continues to practice. Active in the medical community\, she has served as a preceptor for medical students and allied health professional students. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-peggy-mouracade/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T073000
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Albert "Uncle Al" Peterson
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for February 26th Meeting:Albert “Uncle Al” Peterson\nPresenting on the Amish Culture\nIn his retirement\, Uncle Al manages and raises several thousand hogs on farms in Iowa. Part of the Hog operation is having hogs raised on an Amish farm\, which has allowed Uncle Al to develop a close relationship with Joseph Borndrrager\, his family\, and their Amish lifestyle. We hope you enjoy learning about the Amish way of life. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Doubletree Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-albert-uncle-al-peterson/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T083000
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Gary Goforth
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for February 19th Meeting:Gary Goforth\nClub Assembly & Preview of the 2025 Golf Tournament\nJoin us for a special Rotary Club assembly with President Gary Goforth as he shares the latest Membership update and important club news. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed\, get involved\, and connect with fellow members. \nWe will also provide a brief update on the volunteer support needed for the upcoming Golf Tournament—so mark your calendars for Friday\, May 2nd\, at The Dunes Golf & Country Club on Sanibel Island! \nThe OneDigital Sunrise Rotary ProAm Classic is the premier fundraising event of the Sunrise Rotary Club’s Drive For Education. Now in its 11th year\, this tournament brings together golf professionals and amateurs for a day of competition and camaraderie – all in support of education. 100% of the tournament’s net earnings go directly to local and international education programs\, helping to create brighter futures through learning. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Doubletree Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/assembly-featured-speaker-gary-goforth/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T083000
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Steve Colgate
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for February 5th Meeting:Steve Colgate\nRacing\, A Sailor’s Life\nOlympian\, America’s Cup competitor\, and ever-present participant on the racing circuit\, Steve Colgate personifies the sport and lifestyle of sailing. He has dedicated many years to sailing education for people of all ages and walks of life and has a long history of competing and winning in the sailboat racing world. \nSteve grew up in Cold Spring Harbor\, NY\, and started sailing Atlantic Class sailboats and Lightnings on Long Island Sound at the age of nine. A 1957 Yale graduate\, he served two years as an Air Force officer and then sharpened his knowledge of all things maritime during a four-year stint at a boat supply store in New York City before launching Offshore in 1964. \nSteve’s racing career spans seven decades and includes nearly every significant race in the world. In 1955 he crewed aboard the Spanish yacht Mare Nostrum in the 1955 Trans-Atlantic Race from Cuba to Spain\, and they won. He was just 19 in that race and considers it one of the great highlights of his life. Many years later he was on record breaking racing yachts in that same race! \nFor all Steve Colgate has done for the sport of sailing\, Steve was inducted into the National Sailing Hall of Fame in October 2015. He is among the most notable sailors in the United States inducted into this prestigious organization. \nAlthough Steve had lucrative career choices and a family that wanted him to “get a real job\,” he decided to pursue his sailing passion. In 1964 he founded Offshore Sailing School and went from two boats and two instructors to an enterprise that has introduced more than 160\,000 adults and their families to sailing. \nSteve holds the Royal Yachting Association’s Yachtmaster Offshore Instructor Certificate and a U.S. Coast Guard license. He is listed in Who’s Who in America\, Who’s Who in the East\, and Who’s Who in the World. Steve and his wife\, Doris\, reside in Ft. Myers\, Florida\, headquarters of their Offshore Sailing School and Colgate 26 enterprises. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Doubletree Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-steve-colgate/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T083000
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: John McKinnon
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for January 29th Meeting:John McKinnon\nExecutive Director – Midwest Food Bank\nJohn McKinnon is the Executive Director of Midwest Food Bank’s Florida Division\, bringing over 20 years of leadership experience in business and nonprofit management. With a proven track record of revitalizing organizations and driving impactful missions\, John’s strategic vision and operational expertise have positioned him as a transformative leader in both corporate and charitable sectors. \nThroughout his career\, John has demonstrated a global perspective\, gaining invaluable experience through his work across the United States and internationally in countries such as Malaysia\, the Philippines\, and Nicaragua. His ability to adapt and innovate in diverse cultural and organizational settings has been a cornerstone of his success. \nBefore joining Midwest Food Bank\, John served as Executive Director and CEO of multiple Adult and Teen Challenge locations\, including the Fort Myers Chapter\, and most recently\, the St. Louis\, Missouri location. Under his leadership\, these organizations achieved financial stability\, operational excellence\, and expanded their capacity to serve communities in need. \nAn ordained minister and a passionate advocate for empowering others\, John seamlessly integrates his faith and professional expertise to inspire transformative change. He and his wife\, Rachel\, have been happily married for 17 years and are proud parents to their two children\, Nolan (16) and Natalie (14). Together\, they are deeply committed to serving their community and advancing the mission of Midwest Food Bank. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-john-mckinnon/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T083000
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Matthew Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for January 15th Meeting:Matthew Johnson\nExecutive Director – IMAG\nThis week’s meeting will be held at the IMAG History & Science Center. Executive Director Matthew Johnson will share information on a community partnership initiative with IMAG History & Science Center and Rotary Club of Fort Myers – Sunrise. \nIMAG History & Science Center focuses on providing the community with a hands-on science and aquarium museum in Fort Myers\, Florida. IMAG focuses on providing scientific learning opportunities for children of the community. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-matthew-johnson-imag/
LOCATION:IMAG History & Science Center\, 2000 Cranford Ave\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33916
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T083000
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Tiffany Ervin
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for January 8th Meeting:Tiffany Ervin\nCART\nTiffany is an award-winning keynote speaker\, commercial spokesperson\, sideline reporter and television personality who resides in Spartanburg\, SC. She accepted the position of Executive Director for The CART Fund in May 2022\, after serving on the board as VP of Public Image for 4 years. \nShe is past president of the Four Seasons Rotary Club in Hendersonville\, NC\, and a Paul Harris Fellow +4.  She has served Rotary District 7670 (WNC) as District Secretary\, Public Image Chair\, Membership Chair\, District Conference Chair (six times)\, and Assistant Governor\, and she was District Governor in 2019-2020.  She was selected to represent her district at the RI Council on Legislation 2023-26. She has served on various Zone 33/34 committees\, including Chair of the Emerging Leaders program in 2021 and as an Innovative Clubs Advocate. \nTiffany was selected to lead breakout sessions at the 2015 & 2017 Rotary International Conventions in Brazil and Atlanta\, and has presented training sessions and keynotes to more than 300 Rotary clubs\, district conferences\, PETS\, trainings and seminars around the US.  She and her husband\, Bill Boroff\, reside in both SC and GA\, and enjoy attending football games at their alma maters\, the University of SC (hers) and Furman University (his). \nTiffany is a member of the board of directors for Spartanburg County Gamecock Club\, Media Women of SC\, and Disaster Aid USA. \nFun Fact: Tiffany is known for her extensive shoe collection\, including personalized rhinestone Rotary Greek & Rotary “theme” shoes! \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-tiffany-ervin/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T083000
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SUMMARY:Featured Event: Stella and CeCe Spanberger Holiday Music
DESCRIPTION:Featured Event for December 18th Meeting:Stella and CeCe Spanberger\nHoliday Music\nJoin us this Wednesday for a special holiday musical performance by Stella and CeCe Spanberger! Experience the magic of the season with festive music that will lift your spirits. \nStella (10) and CeCe (8) are students at St. Francis Xavier Catholic School in Fort Myers and have been playing Suzuki violin since they were each 4 years old. Stella enjoys reading graphic novels and Harry Potter books (with Dad)\, Lego\, Taylor Swift\, and has a great talent of being able to play songs on her violin by ear. CeCe loves playing with her friends\, helping Mom and Dad (when time allows)\, Morgan Wallen’s music\, and doing backbends and cartwheels all over the house. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-event-stella-and-cece-spanberger-holiday-music/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20241205T173743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T173743Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Event: A Morning of Thanksgiving and Gratitude
DESCRIPTION:Featured Event for December 11th Meeting:A Morning of Thanksgiving and Gratitude\nJoin us this week for a heartwarming Rotary meeting dedicated to Thanksgiving and gratitude. Together\, we’ll celebrate the season by sharing our cherised Thanksgiving memories and stories of gratitude that inspire and uplift. Please come prepared to share a favorite Thanksgiving memory or gratitude story. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-event-a-morning-of-thanksgiving-and-gratitude/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20241127T174635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T192036Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Event: LARC Choir
DESCRIPTION:Featured Event for December 4th Meeting:LARC Choir\nHoliday Music Performance\nBack by popular demand\, the LARC Choir returns to fill our meeting with the joyful sounds of the season! Join us for a delightful morning of holiday music that’s sure to lift your spirits and get you into the festive mood. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-event-larc-choir/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20241114T144852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T144852Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Robin Gretz
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for November 20th Meeting:Robin Gretz\nSchool Gardens\nRobin Gretz is a retired educator who taught for the School District of Lee County for 36 years. In retirement\, she found a passion for gardening. She wrote grants to start a community garden in Pine Manor and a school garden at Villas Elementary. Now\, with two Rotary grants\, she has helped our club start gardens at Edison Park and Allen Park. Robin is also a foodie and loves to prepare what she grows. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-robin-gretz/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20241107T153845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T153845Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Kelsey Mitchell
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for November 13th Meeting:Kelsey Mitchell\nDistrict Governor of District 6960\nKelsey Scoggins Mitchell grew up in Naperville\, IL and originally moved to Florida in 2006. Kelsey is the loving mother of two children Audrey and Brooks. Kelsey is the proud owner of a Real Estate Team called The Classic Luxury Network brokered by Keller Williams Realty\, where she and her team serve all of Florida and Georgia. Kelsey and her team have been in the top ranked teams in multiple Keller Williams offices in both Georgia and Florida. Kelsey was named the “Humanitarian of the Year” award from the Greater Rome Board of REALTORS in 2019. Kelsey received the “Eagle” award for her success from Keller Williams Naples in 2020. Her team was awarded the #3 top group for 2021 in Marco Island. Her team was awarded the #2 expansion team in 2022 with Keller Williams Elite Realty. Kelsey loves helping others build wealth through Real Estate. \nKelsey is passionate about real estate\, marketing\, technology and helping her community. Kelsey’s passion for helping the community is evident in her volunteer work with organizations like Better Together and Rotary International. Kelsey has opened her home and heart to children all across southwest Florida in times of struggle for their families. In addition\, she provides mentoring to young mothers who have been through a crisis. Kelsey has been very active within Rotary District 6960 and 6910 and is a Major Donor for The Rotary Foundation. She started her Rotary journey as the Vice President in the Rotaract Club of Naples. She was awarded “Rotarian of the Year” in 2014-2015 from the Rotaract Club. As her love for helping others grew\, Kelsey joined The Rotary Club of Fort Myers South as the Satellite Club of Fort Myers South Sunset Committee Chair. She continued to grow this new club and eventually became Charter President of The Rotary Club of Fort Myers Sunset. During this time she was named as District 6960 “Rookie of the Year” for 2015-2016. Kelsey has served as District 6960’s Peacebuilding Exchange Chair and focused on engaging young Rotarians. She has served as District 6960’s Internship Chair which focuses on engaging young professionals and assisting them with their career vision and community service goals. She served three years as an Assistant Rotary Public Image Coordinator for the state of Georgia and Southwest Florida\, Tampa and Orlando in Rotary Zone 34. Kelsey now serves Rotary District 6960 as the District Governor 2024-2025. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-kelsey-mitchell/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20241030T161532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T161532Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Christopher Meadows
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for November 6th Meeting:Christopher Michael Meadows MS\, HAS\, BC-HIS\nAmerican Medical Hearing Centers\nChristopher Meadows is an expert hearing care provider with over 10 years in the industry who has helped thousands of souls. He is also very skilled as a play-by-play announcer with over 8 years of experience calling football and basketball games. He is a single father who raised his now-grown son\, who is in the Navy\, by working multiple jobs and putting himself through college\, mostly by working in underground coal mines and bartending. \nAfter a couple of years working for a regional ESPN radio station and a couple as the Executive Director of a Convention and Visitors Bureau\, a friend introduced Chris to the hearing industry. He took to it like a duck does to water\, and through hard work and a special way of putting people at ease with their decision to receive the help they need. Chris is becoming a force to be reckoned with in the hearing industry through honest assessments of people’s hearing and uncompromising honesty in his service. \nChris received his undergraduate degree from Concord University and his Master of Science from West Virginia University. He is Nationally Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences and is a member of the St Luke Lutheran Church in Marietta\, OH. His personal goal is to be of service to those in need\, and his professional goal is to provide the best possible care to each of his patients. \nAwards: \n\nSix-time Senior Master Hearing Care Provider with Beltone\nSpirit of Beltone Award Winner in 2018\nWashington County Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame Committee Chair Award of Excellence 2022\nAmerican Medical Hearing Centers Outstanding Provider Award Winner\nAmerican Medical Hearing Centers Coin of Excellence Recipient\nAMHC Cup Winner\n\nHobbies: Following WVU sports\, running Obstacle Course Races. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-christopher-meadows/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20241018T165433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T170052Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Ted Sottong
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for October 23rd Meeting:Ted Sottong\nCEO – Pickup The Ball\nTed has been a Rotarian for over 25 years\, and has been a member of the Fort Myers Sunrise Club since 2004. He is a local architect and founded Pickup the Ball\, Inc. in 2012. Through that organization\, he has connected with young men from stressed areas to help empower them to lead their communities with the goal of transformation. Ted enjoys sports photography in his spare time\, along with adventurous travel and making pasta when time permits. Ted thinks black Air Forces are dress shoes and he gave all his ties away\, so in his mind\, he dressed up for this occasion. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-ted-sottong/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194239
CREATED:20241011T144948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T144948Z
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SUMMARY:Featured Speaker: Mayor Kevin Anderson
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker for October 16th Meeting:Kevin Anderson\nMayor of Fort Myers\nKevin B. Anderson was sworn in as the 62nd Mayor of Fort Myers on November 16\, 2020\, after serving as Ward 4 councilperson for the previous two years. Mayor Anderson retired from Chico’s FAS\, Inc. in June 2019 after 15 years. Prior to joining Chico’s\, he had a more than 24-year career with the Fort Myers Police Department\, holding the rank of Major at retirement. Anderson also served three years in the United States Army. \nMayor Anderson is a graduate of Edison Community College (now Florida SouthWestern State College)\, Florida Gulf Coast University\, and the University of Louisville Southern Police Institute. A dynamic community member with a long history of civic involvement\, Anderson has been a resident of Fort Myers since 1979\, serving on numerous boards and coalitions across Southwest Florida. \nCurrently\, Mayor Anderson serves as chair of the Premier Mobile Health Services Board of Directors\, as well as sits on advisory boards for the Lee County Horizon Council and Hurricane Ian Recovery Task Force. Additionally\, he serves on the board of directors for Valerie’s House\, Barbara’s Friends\, United Way of Lee\, Hendry\, and Glades Counties\, and the Foundation for Lee County Public Schools. Furthermore\, Anderson serves as a mentor for the Foundation’s “Take Stock in Children” program that provides a unique opportunity for deserving\, low-income youth to escape the cycle of poverty through education. \nOn a state level\, Mayor Anderson sits on the Florida League of Mayors Board of Directors and the Florida League of Mayors Veteran Affairs Committee\, and he serves as an active member of both the Florida League of Cities and the Southwest Florida League of Cities. \nMayor Anderson has been recognized with the following distinctions: Lee Pitts Live 2022 “Person of the Year” for Diversity and Inclusion Leadership\, United States Conference of Mayors Small Business Advocate\, 2023 Lideres “Amigo” Award\, 2024 Florida Gulf Coast University Alumnus of Distinction\, Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel 2024 “Public Official of the Year”\, and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity\, Inc. Fort Myers Alumni Chapter “2024 Community Leadership Award”. \nWEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING\nJoin us on Wednesday at the Doubletree Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops\n13051 Bell Tower Drive\, FL\, 33907\nLET US KNOW YOU ARE ATTENDING\nCan’t Make it?\nJoin our Zoom Meeting – 2 Ways to Join\nONEClick on the link to our ZOOM ROOM below. With this method you can join via a desktop computer\, laptop computer\, tablet or phone. If you use a desktop or laptop you can use your regular browser or download the Zoom App for your computer. If you plan to join via a tablet or phone\, you must download the application from your phone provider’s App store. \nSunrise ZOOM RoomTWOClick on the link below and and enter\nMeeting ID: 465 653 4071 \nSunrise ZOOM Room
URL:https://fmsunriserotary.com/event/featured-speaker-mayor-kevin-anderson/
LOCATION:Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops\, 13051 Bell Tower Drive\, Fort Myers\, 33907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Myers Sunrise Rotary":MAILTO:rglsurf@comcast.net
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