Speaker: Wendy Falb, Ph.D. - Executive Director, Literacy Center of West Michigan Bio: Dr. Wendy Falb is the Executive Director of the Literacy Center of West Michigan, where she has led the organization for nearly a decade in its mission to strengthen literacy and create greater educational opportunities throughout the region. Under her leadership, the […]
Speaker: David Morgan, Ph.D. Topic: Aging and brain function, with a focus on developing and testing treatments for Alzheimer’s dementia. Bio: Dr. Morgan’s doctoral research at Northwestern University investigated the neurochemistry of memory with Aryeh Routtenberg. Some of this work was published in Science. Dr. Morgan’s postdoctoral studies addressed aging-related changes in rodent and human […]
Join fellow Rotarians for a special Fellowship Luncheon designed to give members an opportunity to connect, share, and get to know one another a little better. Instead of our regularly scheduled program, we’ll enjoy a more interactive luncheon featuring fun and interesting question prompts designed to spark conversation and help members discover things they may […]
Dr. Alan Steinman is the Allen and Helen Hunting Research Professor at Grand Valley State University’s Robert B. Annis Water Resources Institute (AWRI). He previously served as AWRI’s director for 22 years, helping establish the institute as a leading center for freshwater research and environmental stewardship. Dr. Steinman is an aquatic ecologist whose research focuses […]
Inbound Rotary Youth Exchange Student, Brazil @ Kent Country Club - RSVP by Friday, Sep 4th
Speaker: Lisa Cruden, LMSWPresident, Exalta Health BIO: Lisa Cruden is President of Exalta Health, a nonprofit organization serving the Grand Rapids community through compassionate, whole-person healthcare and support for individuals and families facing barriers to care. With a strong commitment to community health and equity, Lisa provides leadership for Exalta Health’s mission to improve the […]
Speaker: Doug Mooney Title: English Language Fellow, U.S. State Department Bio: Doug Mooney is an experienced educator and language professional who recently served as an English Language Fellow with the U.S. Department of State. Through this prestigious fellowship, Doug works with universities, educators, and students abroad to strengthen English language education, enhance teaching methodologies, and […]
Speaker: Nick Abraham Title: Manager of Regulatory Strategy at ITC Holdings BIO: Nick Abraham is the Manager of Regulatory Strategy at ITC Holdings, where he helps shape regulatory policy and strategy for one of the nation's largest independent electric transmission companies. In his role, he works on complex energy policy issues, collaborates with regulatory agencies […]
Speaker: Doug Lepisto - Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Sleeping Giant Capital Bio: Doug is co-founder and managing partner of Sleeping Giant Capital. He stewards the firm’s distinctive mission and principles and drives the continued innovation of Sleeping Giant’s pioneering place-based model. Doug leads Sleeping Giant’s investment thesis development and underwriting, investor relations, and university partnerships. […]
Join us as we kick off a new Rotary year and welcome incoming Club President Joel Hondorp. President Joel will share his vision and goals for the year ahead as he leads our club into an exciting new chapter.