Featured Speaker: Tim Hardy
2026-03-25 07:30 - 08:30 (America/New_York) | Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers, 33907, United States
Featured Speaker for March 25th Meeting:Tim Hardy
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall
Tim Hardy is currently Director of Marketing at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, a position he has held since August of 2024.
Originally from Peoria, Illinois, Mr. Hardy is a 1988 Magna Cum Laude graduate of the Master’s Program at the College of Advertising and Journalism at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign.
His career in the advertising industry began in August of 1988 in Fort Myers with his first position as Media Director at Firestone & Cimring Advertising; he was promoted to Vice President in 1990.
Subsequent positions include General Sales Manager for the Interconnect of cable companies formerly known as “Southwest Florida Cable Advertising” (currently Comcast); General Sales Manager for Beasley Broadcasting, WFTX-TV FOX4, Media Director at Priority Marketing, and Vice President of Sales at iHeart Media.
Mr. Hardy has been involved in the Southwest Florida community for decades with highlights of service work for the Boys & Girls Club of SWFL, is a 2023 recipient of the Advertising Federation of Southwest Florida’s Silver Medal Award for lifetime service to the SWFL advertising culture, and is a past member of the advertising advisory board of HGTV and Food Networks.
Tim’s hobbies include cars and anything Ford Mustang, and enjoys spending his free time with his friends and family, and son Blake.
WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING
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13051 Bell Tower Drive, FL, 33907
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Pre-Golf Tournament Hoedown
2026-03-31 18:00 - 20:00 | IMAG History & Science Center, 2000 Cranford Ave, Fort Myers, FL, 33916
The 2026 Pre-Golf Tournament HoedownPresented by Iron Ridge Insurance | HILB Group
Sponsored by Chase Please join us as we kick-off our Annual Drive for Education Golf Tournament with a fun-filled evening that will include a pig roast & all the fixings, spirits, and our silent auction!
We will also hear from the organizations benefiting from the Drive for Education:

Take Stock in Children | Marshall Bower
Children’s Advocacy Center | Alicia Shannon
Get to Work | Ted Sottong
Sunrise Rotary Fort Myers | Shane Crawford

The Pre-Golf Tournament Hoedown will be held on Tuesday, March 31 from 6 PM – 8PM at the IMAG History & Science Center: 2000 Cranford Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33916.
Casual attire – come prepared to have great fun! Cowboy Boots optional.
Tickets are $50.00 each and can be purchased in advance or the night of the event – paid by check, cash, or credit card. To pay online, visit the Happy Dollars portal and make a one time purchase ($50.00 per ticket).
Please RSVP: Email bonniebolton23@yahoo.com or via phone or text: 318-564-0440
EMAIL RSVPPHONE RSVPThe 2026 Pre-Golf Tournament HoedownPresented by Iron Ridge Insurance | HILB Group
Sponsored by Chase Please join us as we kick-off our Annual Drive for Education Golf Tournament with a fun-filled evening that will include a pig roast & all the fixings, spirits, and our silent auction!
We will also hear from the organizations benefiting from the Drive for Education:

Take Stock in Children | Marshall Bower
Children’s Advocacy Center | Alicia Shannon
Get to Work | Ted Sottong
Sunrise Rotary Fort Myers | Shane Crawford

The Pre-Golf Tournament Hoedown will be held on Tuesday, March 31 from 6 PM – 8PM at the IMAG History & Science Center: 2000 Cranford Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33916.
Casual attire – come prepared to have great fun! Cowboy Boots optional.
Tickets are $50.00 each and can be paid by check, cash, or credit card. If you are a sponsor of the tournament, there is no charge for attending.
Please RSVP: Email bonniebolton23@yahoo.com or via phone or text: 318-564-0440
EMAIL RSVPPHONE RSVPIMAG History & Science Center
Join us on Tuesday, March 31st, 2026 at the IMAG History & Science Center
2000 Cranford Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33916

Featured Speaker: Holly Taylor
2026-04-01 07:30 - 08:30 | Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers, 33907, United States
Featured Speaker for April 1st Meeting:Holly Taylor
Midwest Food Bank
Join us this Wednesday as we welcome Holly Taylor, the Development Manager for Midwest Food Bank. Holly will share insights into the organization’s mission of alleviating hunger and providing food assistance to communities in need, as well as the impact their programs are making both locally and across the country. We hope to see you there!
WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING
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13051 Bell Tower Drive, FL, 33907
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Featured Speaker: Christine LoConte
2026-04-08 07:30 - 08:30 | Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers, 33907, United States
Featured Speaker for April 8th Meeting:Christine LoConte
The Dubin Alzheimer’s Center
Christine LoConte, a Southwest Florida native and fellow Rotarian, began her career at 17 as a professional caregiver for individuals with Alzheimer’s, sparking a lifelong passion for supporting the aging population. Her grandmother’s experience with the disease deepened her commitment to the field, and she went on to run a memory care in an assisted living community. Christine has dedicated most of her career to nonprofit work and holds a master’s degree in Social Impact. In July 2024, she became the CEO of The Dubin Center, where she continues to advocate for, and support individuals and families affected by dementia.
WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING
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13051 Bell Tower Drive, FL, 33907
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Featured Speaker: Sandra Worth
2026-04-15 07:30 - 08:30 | Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers, 33907, United States
Featured Speaker for April 15th Meeting:Sandra Worth
My Autism Connection, Inc.
Sandra Worth is the Founder and Executive Director of My Autism Connection (MAC), a nonprofit organization that equips adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder with social, career, and life skills to support greater independence. A Certified Autism Specialist, Sandra founded MAC in 2012 after recognizing the lack of resources for autistic adults transitioning from school into adulthood—an issue she experienced firsthand as the parent of a son with autism. Prior to her work in the nonprofit sector, she spent 20 years in healthcare as a radiographer. Through MAC, Sandra works to build community partnerships and expand opportunities for autistic adults to lead fulfilling lives.
WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING
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13051 Bell Tower Drive, FL, 33907
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Featured Speaker: Cindy Orndoff
2026-04-22 07:30 - 08:30 | Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers, 33907, United States
Featured Speaker for April 22nd Meeting:Dr. Cindy Orndoff
AI Watch
Dr. Orndoff received her J.D. in 2014 from Ave Maria Law School as well as a B.S. in 1984, an M.S. in 1997, and a Ph.D. in 2001, all in Civil & Environmental Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign. She has taught and conducted research in higher education for a land grant university, a state university, a state college, as well as private universities. She has a wealth of knowledge in strategic planning, resource acquisition, integration, and implementation, particularly as it relates to enhancing the effectiveness of complex organizations. She has earned national recognition with regard to communication, information sharing, organizational change, stakeholder interaction, asset management, and project management. She has been active in leadership and management practice issues throughout her career. She has served on many professional committees, including the American Society of Civil Engineers, the NSF Transportation Research Board, the American Society of Engineering Educators, and Community Economic Development Initiatives. She is also an entrepreneurial business owner.
Dr. Orndoff pioneered research on stakeholder consensus building among diverse groups relating to policy, legal issues, economics, decision-making, planning, and, importantly, conflict resolution. Being an attorney brings added value to her consulting services. She is experienced in mediation and arbitration. She has developed a methodology to assist organizations, including universities, in identifying areas where bias exists in the institution and developing an action plan to address issues of bias. Improving operational efficiency has always been her goal. Currently, Dr. Orndoff has started a nonprofit focused on education to warn the public about the documented risks and issues with AI. The nonprofit, AI Watch, was founded on November 15, 2025, and received 501(3)(c) status on March 5, 2026. Her website, aiwatchnonprofit.org, is updated regularly, and educational presentations are available to be scheduled.
WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING
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2026 Drive For Education Golf Tournament
2026-04-24 07:00 - 18:00 | Old Corkscrew Golf Club, 17320 Corkscrew Rd, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
12th Annual Drive for Education Rotary Golf TournamentJoin us on Friday, April 24th for the 12th Annual Drive for Education Golf Tournament! We will meet at the Old Corkscrew Golf Club located in Estero, FL for a fun-filled day of golfing, a raffle, a silent auction, and more!
Four amateur golfers are paired with a PGA or LPGA professional golfer. 40 pros go head-to-head for a $3,000 cash purse. The amateur teams compete in a scramble, and the top Pro-Am team will also be recognized for the best round.
1oo% of the tournament’s net earnings support our clubs local and international education programs.
Click the link below to learn more about the tournament and register your team today!
LEARN MOREOLD CORKSCREW GOLF CLUB
Join us on Friday, April 24th, 2026 at the Old Corkscrew Golf Club
17320 Corkscrew Rd, Estero, FL 33928

Sunrise Rotary Club of Fort Myers Weekly Meeting
2026-04-29 07:30 - 08:30 | Doubletree at Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, Fort Myers, 33907, United States
Sunrise Rotary Club – April 29th Meeting:Join us this Wednesday for our Rotary meeting and connect with fellow members of the Rotary Club of Fort Myers – Sunrise. This meeting is a great opportunity to stay informed on club updates, upcoming initiatives, and ways we can continue making a positive impact in our community, while enjoying fellowship with friends. Your participation matters, and we hope to see you there!
A huge thank you to everyone who participated in the OneDigital Drive for Education Golf Tournament – your support helps keep our mission moving forward!
WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING
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13051 Bell Tower Drive, FL, 33907
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