Directors in Action - July 2015

Posted by Sandy Naragon 
 
The Akron Rotary Club’s Board of Directors met on July 14th.  It was the first meeting for the 2015-16 Leadership Team.   We kicked it off with a huge congratulations to the Akron Rotary Wavemakers—our first-ever Dragon Boat Team!  See Captain Rob McGregor’s article with complete details!  Treasurer David Smith presented the year-end financial statement.  The Club is fiscally sound and ended the year in the black.  Directors approved the Annual Club Budget—which is intended to be a break even budget.
 
Committee Chairs gave updates and goals including Membership Chair Steve Shechter who reported that the committee is focusing on retaining and engaging new Rotarians.  The goal is to create a very personal and amazing experience for each new member of Akron Rotary.  Plans include an interactive orientation process and complete implementation of the mentoring program.    
Rotary International Foundation Co-Chair Marcia Holcomb reported that the Club reached its goal of 100% participation in Every Rotarian Every Year.  She announced that the winners of the Paul Harris Lottery will be recognized at an upcoming luncheon. 
 
John Margida and the PR/Communication Committee are eager to develop processes for raising awareness of Akron Rotary activities to our Rotarians and the community.  He encouraged all to be sure to share information about your activities and programs to ensure word gets out!  Also the committee will be working to streamline and consolidate email communications to Rotarians.  Utilizing the calendar feature of Club Runner was also mentioned as an important tool for planning and promotion.
 
The Chili Open Committee Chaired by Jeff Sitz and Vice Chaired by Julie Brandle has hit the ground running. The official kickoff for sponsors is being held at camp this week.  Chaz Billington is busy booking speakers and programs for our weekly luncheons. Help him out by recommending good speakers you’ve heard or would like to hear!   The new Social Committee Chaired by Jen Halcomb is brainstorming activities that are fun for the whole family!  Perhaps a Rotary Picnic at Canal Park?  Have an idea?  Talk to Jen!
 
The next meeting of the Board of Directors is scheduled for August 18th at 11:00 a.m.
 
 
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