Featured Speaker for September 23rd Meeting: Jorden Falker Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium Join us this Wednesday as we welcome Jorden Falker, Director of Education for the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium. Growing up on the coast of South Carolina, Jorden’s always loved seashells. As a kid she had no idea that one day she’d be running the education department of the only nationally accredited natural history museum and aquarium in the country that’s dedicated to shells (and the animals that make them). In the nearly 7 years she’s been at the museum, she’s seen a huge renovation, a spike in visitation following the pandemic, and an expansion of research and educational programming despite a category 4 hurricane threatening to ruin it all. In her presentation, Jorden will cover the history of the museum, what’s currently available for exhibits and programs, a brief overview of current and recent research projects, and [...]

Featured Speaker for September 16th Meeting: Priya Ahluwalia Southwest Florida Rotary Club Join us this Wednesday as we welcome Priya Ahluwalia, a member of the Southwest Florida Rotary Club, as she shares an exciting initiative focused on strengthening collaboration among Rotary clubs throughout District 6960 and beyond. Priya Ahluwalia is a true entrepreneur at heart. She has over 14+ years of professional experience in multiple sectors (startups, teaching, and nonprofits). She specializes in strategy, business, life mentoring/coaching, and business development roles across early-stage startups. She is the Founder of MoAloo Ventures (a venture capital firm), where the firm brings ideas to life. MoAloo Ventures help incubate startups and assist them in launching in the market. She has two Masters’s degrees (Chinese Language and English Literature) with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration. Priya is fluent in English, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, and Punjabi, with some proficiency in Japanese. She has personal and professional experience in [...]

Featured Speaker for September 9th Meeting: Aiste Magitman Spotlight on Lithuania Aiste Magitman was born and raised in Lithuania and moved to the United States about 12 years ago. She is a pharmacist, entrepreneur, wife, mom, and proud Rotarian who now calls Southwest Florida home. Aiste has worked as a pharmacist for many years and recently became the founder of Best Gut Forever, a gut health company inspired by her own personal experiences. Although Florida is now home, Aiste remains very connected to her Lithuanian roots and loves sharing the culture, traditions, history, and unique character of the country where she grew up. She is excited to take her fellow Rotarians on a little trip across the Atlantic and introduce them to Lithuania — a small country with a big history, beautiful traditions, and a few surprises you may not expect! WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING Join us on Wednesday [...]

Featured Speaker for September 2nd Meeting: Joe Rider College Football Day Join us this Wednesday as we welcome Joe Rider! A deep passion for football sparked Joe’s interest in an avocation that has lasted 35 years and inspired countless others. The Mattoon, Ill., native attended Reitz Memorial High School in Evansville, Ind., where he was a four-year letterman in football. After high school, Rider attended Bradley University, where he played an additional four years of football and received his bachelor's degree in business administration. After college, he continued his passion for football, playing three years in the Continental Football League. Since 1970, Rider has been a contest official, and has officiated games in high school, college, the Arena Football League and the NFL. As a high school official, he has officiated more than 300 football games and more than 120 basketball games. Rider has also been a part of numerous FHSAA playoff crews [...]

Featured Speaker for August 26th Meeting: Cyndi Doragh Rotary Club Member Cyndi Doragh has been a dedicated member of Rotary for 30 years and has held numerous leadership positions at the club, district and zone levels. She currently serves as Assistant Governor for District 6960 Area 3, District Trainer for 2026–2028, and a trainer and discussion leader for Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) Gulf Coast D6960 and All Florida PETS. Cyndi has served as President of the Rotary Club of Fort Myers South, District 6960 District Governor in 2015–2016, and in several Rotary Youth Exchange leadership roles, including Florida Chair and Northern Europe Country Coordinator. She has also served on the boards of the North American Youth Exchange Network (NAYEN) and Ohio Erie Rotary Youth Exchange, along with numerous committees and leadership teams for Rotary International conventions and Zone 33–34 events. Her commitment to Rotary and service has earned her several honors, including Rotarian [...]

Featured Speakers for August 19th Meeting: Paul Nadler & Carol Robinson The Fort Myers Philharmonic The Fort Myers Philharmonic is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors composed of respected leaders from across Southwest Florida. Bringing experience from business, education, nonprofit leadership, finance, and the arts, the board provides strategic direction, governance, and stewardship to ensure the long-term success and sustainability of the Philharmonic. Through their leadership and commitment, the Board helps advance the organization’s mission of bringing world-class orchestral music to the region while strengthening community engagement and cultural enrichment. Paul Nadler Classic Conductor & Music Director With a distinguished international career spanning opera and symphony, Maestro Paul Nadler brings a depth of artistry and experience to the Fort Myers Philharmonic. He made his debut at the Metropolitan Opera in 1989 and has since conducted more than 60 performances with the company, leading productions of works by Strauss, Verdi, Dvořák, and more. Throughout [...]

Featured Speaker for August 5th Meeting: Alyssa Garcia Reflections on Experiences as an Exchange Student Join us this Wednesday as we welcome Alyssa Garcia, who will reflect on her experience as a Rotary Youth Exchange Student in Japan. Alyssa will share highlights from her time abroad and the cultural experiences she enjoyed during her exchange. We hope you'll join us to hear about her unique journey! WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING Join us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops 13051 Bell Tower Drive, FL, 33907 Can't Make it? Join our Zoom Meeting - 2 Ways to Join ONE Click 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 [...]

Featured Speaker for July 29th Meeting: Namphet Rotary Exchange Student Join us this Wednesday as we welcome Sasirin Jinnam-Olan (who goes by the nickname Namphet), a 16-year-old Rotary Youth Exchange Student from Udonthani, Thailand. Namphet recently completed the 10th grade and is the oldest of three siblings. She enjoys ballet, which she has been practicing for the past five years, and this is her first trip outside of Asia. Namphet will share her experiences during her time in the United States, reflect on her exchange journey, and offer her unique perspective on the impact of the Rotary Youth Exchange program. We hope you'll join us for this special presentation! WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING Join us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops 13051 Bell Tower Drive, FL, 33907 Can't Make it? Join our Zoom Meeting - 2 Ways to [...]

Featured Speaker for July 22nd Meeting: Liz Christie Rotary International Convention Join us this Wednesday as we welcome Liz Christie, Past President of our Rotary Club, as she shares highlights from her travels to the 2026 Rotary International Convention. Hear about inspiring projects, global fellowship, and the impact Rotary is making around the world through the eyes of one of our own. We hope to see you there! WEEKLY SUNRISE MEETING Join us on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower Shops 13051 Bell Tower Drive, FL, 33907 Can't Make it? Join our Zoom Meeting - 2 Ways to Join ONE Click 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 [...]

Featured Speaker for July 15th Meeting: Julian Sundby Director of Music - Faith Methodist Church Join us this Wednesday as we welcome Julian Sundby, Director of Music for Faith Methodist Church. Julian is an award-winning producer,  songwriter and pianist residing in Southwest Florida. Julian has been a professional musician since the age of 10, having toured Europe with the Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys (Indianapolis). He began producing jazz and indie music at the age of 15. He studied at Indiana University (Bloomington) and Edison State College. Julian is a producer for the 501c3 Hero Song Inc, which records original music written by Veterans, 1st Responders and Active Military for free. Julian has recorded for the last 20 years only on Yamaha C-Series Grand Pianos. He currently records on the Fort Studios' Yamaha C7. He currently produces in Nashville, Ft Myers and other studios across the US. He has completed writing "Dexter, [...]