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Rotary 5960 District Conference

Song: Peace Through Service
by: Alex Cirillo, Jr.

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In this episode of Rotary Club Radio, I interview 6 special guests. The 2013 GSE Team from the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

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This is the live video feed from the interview.

Rotary Club Radio was privileged to have the opportunity to interview the Rotary Group Study Exchange Team (GSE Team) from the Czech Republic and Slovakia on April 10, 2013 in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin.

The GSE program is a unique cultural and vocational exchange opportunity for businesspeople and professionals between the ages of 25 and 40 who are in the early stages of their careers.

As a GSE team member, each participant travels with their team to areas of different countries. Teams will enjoy a four to six week experience of the host country’s culture and institutions, observing how their vocations are practiced abroad, developing personal and professional relationships, and exchanging ideas.

During their 4-6 week tour, participants will experience five full days of vocational visits, 15 to 20 club presentations, 10 to 15 formal visits and social events, two to three days at the district conference, three to four hours per day of cultural and site tours, and three to four hours per day of free time with host families.

Each team member’s travel expenses are paid for through the Foundation, via the most economical round-trip airline ticket between the home and host countries. Hosting Rotarians provide meals, lodging, and group travel within their district.

District 5960 is excited to host the 2013 Inbound GSE Team from District 2240 – Czech Republic and Slovakia.  I look forward to interviewing the group and hearing more about their experiences in America, what they’ve seen and what is yet to come.

Now, allow me to introduce the members of the the GSE Team:

Martin Barcik – Team Leader
Journalist, Editor in Chief

Ladislav Vonz –Team Member
Journalist, Editor in chief

Stanilav Jurik –Team Member
Radio Announcer

Vanda Kasova – Team Member
Journalist

Verdnicka Sevcikova – Team Member
Journalist

Linda Salajkova – Team member
Writer, Journalist

 

 

Links

• www.Rotary.org
• Rotary on YouTube
• Rotary on Vimeo
• www.Rotary5960.org
• District 2240
• Group Study Exchange

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Please visit: Rotary Club Radio Episode 39 to view the recording of Episode 39 and view the show notes.

 

In this episode of Rotary Club Radio, I interview 3 guests, Jeff Gacek, Cathy Le Vahn, and Bob Morse and we discuss an international project called, “Healing Haiti” – a compassionate mission to help the people of Haiti with food, water, education and economics.

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Special Guests:

• Jeff Gacek – Founder of Healing Haiti and Grace Village.
• Cathy Le Vahn – Aquaponic, Sponsorship
• Bob Morse – Past President of White Bear Lake Rotary Club & Healing Haiti Rotary Project Coordinator

Our guest speakers tell us the story of Healing Haiti and Grace Village, a project that the White Bear Lake Rotary and several other clubs helped fund through a matching Rotary International Grant.

Healing Haiti is a sustainable project that incorporates education, feeding the poor, economic development, and clean water.  In this episode you learn about:

• Aquaponics
• Growing vegetables without soil
• Drilling wells and hitting salt water
• Why do you help Haitians vs. just doing it for them
• Using fish to create vegetable gardens
• Sustainable farming project
• Fundraising for $24,000 a project

Links

• www.HealingHaiti.org
• www.Rotary.org
• Rotary on YouTube
• Rotary on Vimeo
• www.Rotary5960.org

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The Rotary Club of Londonderry, Northern Ireland, is hosting a Rotary Global Peace Forum on May 24-26 2013.

Derry-Londonderry is the UK City of Culture 2013 and to celebrate this and as this city has come through many years of conflict, we have undertaken to host this Peace Forum. We have a website which is www.rotaryglobalpeaceforumderry-londonderry.com and our club website is www.londonderryrotary.org.

Our Facebook is www.facebook.com/londonderry.rotary and Twitter is @LDerryRotary. We would be so grateful for a like/follow!

Press Release

Global Peace Forum Derry~Londonderry Coming at the Right Time

 The Rotary Club of Londonderry in partnership with the University of Ulster’s International Conflict Research Institute (INCORE), will host a Global Peace Forum from 24^th – 26^th May 2013.  The Forum is part of Rotary’s year of Peace through Service.   The aim of the Derry~Londonderry Forum is to contribute to Reconciliation, Learning and Full Self Expression for those involved in peacemaking and peacebuilding throughout the world.

Derry or Londonderry – one place with two names – has an intriguing story and a special place in the history of Ireland, Britain and the world. From Colmcille through the siege of Derry and the plantation of Ulster to World War II; from the Civil Rights Marches through Bloody Sunday to the emerging Peace Process and the cessation of violence – Derry is the place where these significant episodes were thought about, fought about and worked through, shaping the histories of Ireland, Britain, America and the rest of the world.

2013 is a landmark year for the Derry~Londonderry, the Rotary Club of Londonderry, Peace studies at the local University and the Northern Irish peace process.  It is:

• The 15^th anniversary of the Belfast or Good Friday Agreement;
• The year that Derry will celebrate its designation as the UK’s first ever City of Culture;
• The 400^th anniversary of the granting of the city’s charter and the name Londonderry;
• The 90^th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Londonderry; and
• The 20th anniversary of the founding of INCORE, the University of Ulster’s centre of excellence in peace studies; and

President of the Club, Gavin Killeen says ‘We have designed a stimulating programme, which will provide delegates with the opportunity to engage with local and international peacemakers, political, community and business leaders, in the context of the ongoing culturally-led regeneration underway in this historic city’.

Sessions on the Northern Irish peace process will offer delegates a unique opportunity to witness peacebuilding as it unfolds, with participation from many of those who have made, and continue to make peace in Northern Ireland a reality.

Speakers confirmed include Rotary International world president Sakuji Tanaka, Roelf Mayer (Chief Negotiator for the South African National Party), Juan Jose Ibarretxe (former Basque President); ChouChou Namagabe (Gender Activist in Congo) and John Cullinane (US Entrepreneur involved in the Northern Irish Peace Process).  These speakers will be joined by political, business and community leaders from Ireland, North and South.

President Killeen adds ‘Although much has been achieved in making peace in Northern Ireland, there are still sensitive issues to deal with so we can embed the peace and build social cohesion here. This Forum provides Rotarians with a chance to observe Northern Ireland’s journey from conflict, through reconciliation to peace, in the context of other International Peace Initiatives’.

Details on the event can be accessed via www.rotaryglobalpeaceforumderry-londonderry.com   where you can register online for the Forum and the Gala Dinner.

Are you interested in ethics and teaching ethics?  Here is very well done example of a workshop on ethics for your enjoyment.

Dr. Jerry Kjergaard interviews Jim Overocker & Lyle Tollefsrud of the Eagan Rotary Ethics Workshop Expansion Program.  Part 2 includes appeances by WHS students Mallory Loge, Megan Rudnick & Willmar Rotarian, Dana Rucker.  Willmar HS

Part 1:

Part 2:

Leave your comments below on your thoughts on ethics! We look forward to hearing from you.

In this episode of Rotary Club Radio, I interview David Horsager, international speaker and author of the book, “The Trust Edge.”

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David Horsager, M.A., C.S.P, is an author, entrepreneur, professor, and award-winning keynote speaker who researches and speaks on the bottom-line impact of trust.

David’s signature speech and book, The Trust Edge, have inspired leaders and motivated teams toward greater results on four continents and across the U.S.

Today we’re going to be talking to David Horsager about his book, “The Trust Edge.”  I am totally excited to bring this interview to Rotary Club Radio, because after reading just a portion of The Trust Edge, I knew its message would resonate with Rotarians around the world.

The Trust Edge delivers a comprehensive plan to successfully implement the building of trust in an organization or relationship.  His 8 Pillars of Trust are a break through for success in the board room, office, marriage, or friendship.  Trust is a key component of life.

The 8 Pillars of Trust

1.  Consistency: The little things done consistently make for leaders being followed, increased sales and retention, and a higher level of trust. Consistency is the way brands are built and character is revealed.
2.  Clarity: People trust the clear and mistrust or distrust the ambiguous. Be clear about your mission, purpose, expectations, and daily activities. When people are clear about the mission they do the little things differently. A clear mission unifies and inspires. When we are clear about priorities on a daily basis we become productive and effective.
3.  Compassion: Think beyond yourself. Never underestimate the power of sincerely caring. It is the reason we trust our mothers over some salespeople. We are skeptical if the salesperson really has our best interest in mind. “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you” is not just an old saying; it is a bottom-line truth. If followed, it builds trust.
4.  Character: Do what is right over what is easy. Character is a mix of two things. One is integrity, which means being the same from beliefs to words to actions. The other is moral character. Take the high road in every interaction.
5.  Contribution: Few things build trust quicker than actual results. Be a contributor who delivers real results.
6.  Competency: Staying fresh, relevant and capable builds trust. The humble teachable person keeps learning new and better ways of doing things. They stay current on ideas and trends. There is always more to learn so make a habit of reading, learning, and listening to fresh information.
7.  Connection: People want to follow, buy from, and be around friends. People become friends when they build connections. Ask questions. Listen. Life, work,and trust are about relationships. All relationships are best built by establishing genuine connection.
8.  Commitment: Stick with it through adversity. Followers trusted General Patton; Martin Luther King, Jr.; Gandhi; Jesus; and George Washington because they saw commitment. They saw sacrifice for the greater good. Commitment reveals and builds trust.

Special Event | Book Launch Party

You are invited to be a part of the biggest book launch of the year!

Come join hundreds of business leaders, athletes and media personalities in celebrating The Trust Edge, by David Horsager on Tuesday, October 9, 2012, 4-8pm.

Downtown Barnes & Noble, 801 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis.

At 6pm, there will be a brief program, including an author interview by KSTP’s sports anchor Joe Schmit.

Olympic Gold Medalists | Business Leaders | Minnesota Celebrities | Hall of Famers

Links

• www.TheTrustEdge.com
• www.Rotary.org
• Rotary on YouTube
• Rotary on Vimeo
• www.Rotary5960.org

Buy the Book on Amazon

Don’t forget to email a copy of your receipt to ryan@davidhorsager.com to receive all the bonuses David talked about in the interview!

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In this episode of Rotary Club Radio, I interview Jill Leahy and Leanne Waterworth of Northern Waters Literacy from right here in Northwestern Wisconsin.

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Before we get into today’s featured segment, I want to acknowledge that we are in a new Rotary Year and we have a new Rotary International President.  Rotary Club Radio want to congratulate and welcome our Rotary International President Tanaka.  Thank you for your willingness to lead and serve in the great organization.

I also want to thank Past Rotary International President Kalyan Banerjee for his year of dedicated service above self!

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Today we’re going to be talking about Literacy, which is a an important part of what Rotary International strives to support, so I thought it would be a great opportunity to highlight an organization that is doing well, despite the challenges of working in small – rural area in Northwestern Wisconsin.

Northern Waters Literacy mission is:

“Enriching the quality of life and learning for adults and families through individualized literacy instruction, personal relationships, and community building.”

Topics Include:

• Funds – How do you raise funds for your program?
  • Grants
  • Foundation
  • In-Kind donations·
  • Other Income
• Budget
  • Programs
  • 501c(3) –
  • In-kind  What is an in-kind expense?
  • Support Services

Programs/Services offered

• Tutoring
• Tutor Training

Importance of Volunteers

• The economy make volunteers invaluable.

Gauging the success of the program

• Tracking
• Assessments
• In-takes
• Awards

Success Story

• Jill B.

What are your organizations biggest needs/wish list?

• Volunteers
• Money
• Equipment

What kind of person makes good volunteer?

Enjoy the show!

Links

• www.NorthernWatersLiteracy.org
• www.Rotary.org
• Rotary on YouTube
• Rotary on Vimeo
• www.Rotary5960.org

Contact:

• Jill or LeeAnn at: 715-405-7323

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We had a great webinar with Kerry Rego!

If you missed it, you still have a chance to check it out for free!  No strings attached!

Simply click the link below to watch the replay and you’re all set, so grab some popcorn and clear your distractions from your desk.

I hope you enjoy the content and as always, look forward to connecting with you online.

Join us for a Webinar on June 28th!

In this webinar, we will discuss: Social Media and how Rotary can harness this powerful tool.  We will answer the question, “What is Social Media?” and cover the statistics of its use, so you will better understand just how big of an opportunity it is for Rotary Clubs to use it.

We will share simple strategies for Social Media success and show you how Social Media can help you get the word out about Rotary’s goals and programs more effectively.  We will cover best practices for Social Media and talk about what makes Social Media work.

I hope you’re able to attend!

Title:  Social Media: How Rotary Can Harness This Powerful Tool
Date: Thursday, June 28, 2012
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.

Space is limited | Reserve your Webinar seat now at: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/688785272

Speaker: Kerry Rego’s Bio

Kerry Rego is a Social Media & Technology Consultant and Keynote Speaker working with individuals, businesses, government and non-profits. Since 2006, she has been educating, implementing, and training staff on new media tools.

Kerry is the City of Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks Department social media instructor, the lead trainer for California Community College’s Interactive Internet and Mobile Applications for Business program (iima4biz), and a Vistage speaker.

Kerry is currently President of Leadership Santa Rosa Alumni Association, Rotary Club of Santa Rosa West Communications Co-Chair, sits on the City of Santa Rosa Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board, and volunteers as a guest speaker and mentor for Tomorrow’s Leaders Today.

Kerry was born and raised in Santa Rosa, CA with a background in office management, recruiting, and entertainment. She has two A.A.S. degrees, one in Software Applications and one in Computerized Business, was a double major, and salutorian of her class at Heald College of Business. She is the recipient of the North Bay Business Journal’s 2011 “Forty Under 40 Award.” She is married with a sassy 6 year old girl.

Kerry is passionate about inspiring and educating others on how people and technology together can change the world.

Speaking:

Kerry has spoken to groups regarding social media over 125 times in the last three years. Groups including: Santa Rosa City Schools, Sonoma County Office of Education, Sonoma State Executive MBA Program, Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce, Petaluma Area Chamber of Commerce, Rohnert Park Chamber Women in Business, Young Professionals Network, Go Local Cooperative, Mac Computer Expo 2010, SocialBizWorld, North Bay Growth & Innovation Forum, Northbay Biz’s BIZNOW Conference, National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) Regional Conference, Radio Shows: Call Kira About Aging! (KSRO) The Drive with Steve Jaxon (KSRO) and The Aging Boomers (KSVY) and many more.

You can find out more about Kerry at: www.KerryRego.com

System Requirements
PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
Macintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.5 or newer

Space is limited | Reserve your Webinar seat now at: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/688785272

Note:

The webinar, “Social Media: How Rotary Can Harness This Powerful Tool” is presented in collaboration between Rotary Club Radio and the District 5960‘s Public Relations committee.  We have invited a outside Social Media expert and professional speaker, Kerry Rego, to be the presenter at this webinar.  This webinar is completely free!

Even if you cannot attend the webinar, please sign up anyways.  We will be recording the entire session, both audio and video, and making it available online at a later date.  Attendees and those who signed up for the webinar will be notified by email when it is available.

Press Release

by Citizen League

St. Paul, MN – Few issues have a bigger impact on the lives of Minnesotans than healthcare, and critical decisions about the future of our healthcare system are being made in St. Paul this year.

Citizens like you need to be a part of the conversation. Here’s why…

The bipartisan Minnesota Health Care Reform Task Force has asked for guidance directly from Minnesota citizens on the tough decisions that need to be made related to improving our healthcare system.

Citizens Solutions is designed to do just that.  Sponsored by the Citizens League and the Bush Foundation, Citizen Solutions is a series of forums taking place across the state to engage thousands of Minnesotans in a different kind of conversation about health and health care.

Please join us for a meeting at a location convenient to you.

See Schedule

Light refreshments will be provided.  Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend!

See the article in the West Central Tribune about our meeting in Wilmar, MN | Click Here!

For more information, please contact:
Amanda Stewart
amanda@grassrootssolutions.com
(612) 770-7860