Please join us for our annual visit to Indian Trails Camp, to learn about their history and our Club’s long-term support. Since the 1950’s IKUS/ITC has exclusively served individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities, from across Michigan and neighboring states. Scott Blakeney will be providing an update about programming, the impact of COVID and how…
In September 2019, Brad Garmon was named director of the Michigan Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry, a unique position that combines the resources of the Department of Natural Resources and the Michigan Economic Development Council to support and grow Michigan’s outdoor recreation lifestyle industry. Prior to this position, Garmon served as the interim CEO of the…
Mike Wall serves as the Executive Director of Automotive Analysis at IHS Markit. He brings over 25 years of financial analysis, forecasting, consulting and manufacturing experience to the firm, with a primary focus on assisting financial firms and manufacturers in their evaluation and understanding of the auto industry, as well as in-depth analysis of vehicle…
The Club 77 Committee and the Rotary Club of Grand Rapids Charities Foundation Community Impact Grant Committee would like to invite you and a guest to join them to celebrate the announcement of the grant recipient(s). The event will be held from 4:00-5:30pm on Varnum's rooftop deck at 333 Bridge St NW 17th Floor. There…
Jeremiah Gracia joined the City of GR Economic Development Office in May 2020. He has 16 years of economic development experience working in the Columbus and Findlay, Ohio markets. His experience includes international business development working with companies from Japan, Germany, India, Netherlands, and many others. He is a member of the Michigan Economic Developers…
Brian Calley is a collaborative leader who combines the skills from an accomplished private sector career with a heart for public service and a record of getting things done. He is passionate about making the world work better for all people and uses an inclusive problem-solving approach to make a difference. As President of the…
Tory Richardson, A.A.E., is the President & Chief Executive Officer for the Gerald R. Ford International Airport. He is responsible for leading a team of approximately 110 employees that plan, organize, direct, and control all functions and activities of the Gerald R. Ford International Airport – the second busiest airport in Michigan. Tory joined the…
This fun event will be held at the home of the our own husband and wife Rotarians, Asgi and Sheri Fazleabas from 4:00-6:30pm.....(please disregard time on flyer). A fun event for networking and socializing, while getting to know more about Rotary and our members. Rotarians, please feel free to invite a your spouse, significant other,…
Spent early years growing up on a family farm in Bourbon, IN. After graduating from high school, attended Purdue University obtaining a BS in Food Science. While at Purdue, met my future wife Mary. Later God blessed us with 2 children, Rob and Amy. For forty years, worked in the Refined Edible Oil (soy and…
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