After moving my office to Thiensville in 2003, I joined the Chamber of Commerce. While attending a meeting I met Dianne Robertson, the Village of Thiensville Administrator at that time. She invited me to attend a Rotary meeting. When asked what Rotary was all about she replied “just attend the meeting and see what you think”. What a recruiter.
The T-M Rotary Club speakers, newsletter and events have kept me up to date on what’s happening in the community. Looking back on nearly 20 years of membership in Rotary, I am proud to be a part of such a giving organization. From the local food pantry, River Walk, Thiensville Village Park Re-imagined to worldwide humanitarian initiatives and many more, Rotary provides support.
Serving on the board in club leadership positions has been an invaluable experience. Giving back to my community and beyond through Rotary Membership, has paid so many dividends. Not only have I gained valuable business contacts, I have enjoyed getting to know many of our members and am pleased to call them friends.
The summer cookouts are something I have always looked forward to. A casual environment and who wouldn’t enjoy the southern barbecue style beef brisket cookout, compliments of Van to Ellen’s home baked goods along with many other fantastic lunches. This year I and another Rotarian where personally invited to be on the coveted Van’s Cooking Crew. Without hesitation we accepted however when the cooking crew schedule came out, we didn’t make the list. The future Rotarian of the Year was bumped from the crew. Fair to all concerned? A “miscommunication” I was told, it sure was. The good news is, I was able to enjoy the fabulous lunch without having to do dishes!
Rotary has brought the bright light of service above self to my Family and I. The feeling of helping the community and beyond without expecting something in return is priceless.
The T-M Rotary Club speakers, newsletter and events have kept me up to date on what’s happening in the community. Looking back on nearly 20 years of membership in Rotary, I am proud to be a part of such a giving organization. From the local food pantry, River Walk, Thiensville Village Park Re-imagined to worldwide humanitarian initiatives and many more, Rotary provides support.
Serving on the board in club leadership positions has been an invaluable experience. Giving back to my community and beyond through Rotary Membership, has paid so many dividends. Not only have I gained valuable business contacts, I have enjoyed getting to know many of our members and am pleased to call them friends.
The summer cookouts are something I have always looked forward to. A casual environment and who wouldn’t enjoy the southern barbecue style beef brisket cookout, compliments of Van to Ellen’s home baked goods along with many other fantastic lunches. This year I and another Rotarian where personally invited to be on the coveted Van’s Cooking Crew. Without hesitation we accepted however when the cooking crew schedule came out, we didn’t make the list. The future Rotarian of the Year was bumped from the crew. Fair to all concerned? A “miscommunication” I was told, it sure was. The good news is, I was able to enjoy the fabulous lunch without having to do dishes!
Rotary has brought the bright light of service above self to my Family and I. The feeling of helping the community and beyond without expecting something in return is priceless.