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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The winners of the first annual GR Rotary Duck Derby have been notified! Cash Prize Winners $2,500 - Irene W. $1,000 - Jason M. $ 500 - Jim R. Swag Bag Winners Christina D. David B. Mary W. Ed B. Kevin P. Carl V. Nick W. Thank you once again to everyone…
A native of Northwest Michigan, Emilee Syrewicze previously served as the Executive Director of the Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. Prior, she was Executive Director of the Northwest Michigan Supportive Housing (NMSH) in Traverse City, Michigan. Syrewicze, a classically trained pianist, earned a B.A. at Alma College, Alma, Michigan, in Political Science with…
Tim Hileman is the President and CEO of Special Olympics Michigan, an organization that provides sports, health, leadership, and educational programing for over 20,000 individuals with intellectual disabilities across the state of Michigan. In January 2021, Tim was appointed to the Protect Michigan Commission by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, where he serves as a committee member…
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, guest, friend, co-worker, or prospective member for a fun afternoon while enjoying food, beverages and friendship. RSVPs are due by 12pm on Friday, Oct 1st - Please…