Rotary Club of Beavercreek

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Joining Rotary

Minutes of the August 1, 2025

New Member:

MacKenzie Blair

Born and raised in Enon, MacKenzie attended Greenon and the STEM school in Springfield. She was on the bowling team that made it to state finals 3 years in a row, but was never able to bring the championship home to Greenon. She earned enough college credits to finish The Wright State University a year early with a bachelor’s degree in finance. She was president of her sorority, Delta Zeta and Vice President of the finance club. She is a financial analyst at James Investment Research. When I asked where the interest in finance comes from, she indicated she always like math and thinks the stock market is cool. Just so you don’t think she is all nerd, she is a purple belt in mixed martial arts with a focus on Taekwondo. She still enjoys bowling and travel. She lives with her boyfriend, Mathew, in Bellbrook. They met in high school, he is a chemist. The coolest place she has been was France when she studied abroad while attending Wright State. She met the Actor Grant Guston, who was Flash Gordon. She was attending a Broadway play in New York City and he signed their programs and took some photos with them. She would very much like to travel to Iceland and see the northern lights. MacKenzie’s Rotary sponsor is Beth Handwerker and will be pinned by Beth.

Presentation:

Cyber Security

Adam Dyer

Quick recap

The meeting began with administrative updates and introductions, including welcoming new rotary member Mackenzie Blair and discussing upcoming events like the annual fundraiser for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Don shared his background in cybersecurity and presented on various security concepts, emphasizing the importance of multi-factor authentication, password management, and awareness of online threats. The presentation highlighted the evolving nature of cybersecurity challenges and the need for tailored, interactive training approaches to effectively protect businesses and individuals from cyber threats.

Next steps

· All Rotarians to sign card for Tobias on Davision at funeral home services 2-5pm today

· All Rotarians to purchase tickets for Race for Glass/Dolly Parton Imagination Library fundraiser

· All Rotarians to implement 2-factor authentication for all online accounts

· All Rotarians to use password managers with cloud storage for secure password management

· All Rotarians to update and maintain all software with latest security patches

· All Rotarians to freeze their credit with major credit bureaus

· Club members to visit upcoming sanctions page on Face book and BeaverCreekrotary.com for updates

· Club members to attend next week's meeting featuring Dr. Kelly Blankelship from Dayton's hospital

Minutes of the July 25, 2025

Presentation:

District 6670

Heidi Schiller

District Governor

Quick recap

The meeting began with updates on various personal matters and technical issues before transitioning to discussions about system updates and team contributions. The Rotary Club of Beaver Creek held their July 25th meeting to welcome new members and celebrate milestones, while also reviewing historical events from 1965 to 1999. The conversation ended with Don sharing upcoming events and holidays, introducing District Governor Maggie Schiller, and discussing Rotary's impact on peace-building initiatives, along with announcements about future speakers and projects.

Next steps

Club members to consider supporting Feed the Creek initiative and help organize food packing events

Club members to reach out to Kelly Lehman regarding Peace Builder Committee formation and certification

Club members to learn about and join Rotary Action Group for Peace

Club members to connect with District Peace Chair Kelly Lehman for upcoming Peace Team presentation on September 12th

Club members to follow up with Assistant Governor Don Adams for various Maddie Minnick awards to Sharon Poulture

Club members to engage with District committees for feedback and support

Club members to volunteer for RILA and 4-way speech contest

Club members to connect with District Public Image Chair Lori Gatlin for sharing success stories through podcast, social media, newsletter and website

Minutes of the July 18, 2025

Presentation:

Dayton Dragon's Baseball

Tom Nichols

Voice of the Dayton Dragons

Recap

The meeting covered a range of topics, including car maintenance, military pay scales, and updates from the Rotary Club of Beaver Creek. The main focus was on baseball, with guest speaker Tom Nichols sharing his experiences as a broadcaster for the Dayton Dragons and insights into Minor League baseball operations. The discussion also touched on the Dragons' community engagement efforts, their partnership with the Cincinnati Reds, and the team's organizational structure and marketing strategies.

Next steps

Eric to mention Rotary Club's attendance at the August 9th Dragons game during his broadcast.

Green Team members to look for volunteers for game contests among attendees.

Rotary Club members to wear Hawaiian shirts to next week's meeting.

Rotary members to keep an eye on the Beavercreek Rotary Facebook page and website for upcoming events.

Beth to assign roles for next week's meeting.

Minutes of the July 11, 2025

Presentation:

Dayton Daybreak

Alisha Murray

CEO Dayton Daybreak

Recap

Dave led a discussion at the Rotary Club meeting that covered various personal experiences and technical topics, including wildlife removal and phone issues, before transitioning to sharing interesting facts and trivia about sports, fruits, and the universe. The club received updates about their dinosaur-themed gas station promotion and discussed social media analytics showing significant increases in engagement, particularly for posts featuring Joe Jenkins. The conversation ended with presentations about Daybreak, a youth services agency, and covered administrative matters including membership updates, donations, and upcoming speaker events.

Next steps

· Joe Jenkins to serve as the inaugural Club Social Media Influencer.

· Members to sign petitions for Beaver Creek School Board and Tiffany Sports for Beaver Creek City Council if they live in Beaver Creek.

· Members to consider volunteering as a greeter for the July 25th meeting.

· Members to attend the Daybreak open house on August 18th to learn more about their services and tour the facility.

· Board to approve John Milano's resignation due to medical issues.

· Joe to add Abby as an honorary member in My Rotary system.

Minutes of the June 27, 2025

Presentation:

Changing of the Guard - New President

Quick recap

The meeting covered operational updates including PowerPoint presentations, chamber events, and organizational changes, along with discussions about job positions and personnel changes. The team reviewed preparations for upcoming events like the Zebra Creek Parade and addressed technical needs including phone system upgrades and generator issues. The Rotary Club of Beaver Creek meeting highlighted member achievements and anniversaries, discussed fundraising for a national tournament, and reviewed the incoming president's goals for the upcoming year.

Minutes of the June 20, 2025

Presentation:

Think TV

Kitty Lensman

Minutes of the June 13, 2025

Presentation:

Grief

Kim Vesey

Quick recap

The meeting began with informal discussions about attendance, meals, and health matters before transitioning to a formal program featuring a guest speaker who discussed workplace grief and end-of-life care practices. The speaker provided insights on supporting grieving employees and emphasized the importance of creating empathetic workplace cultures that recognize and address grief-related challenges. The conversation ended with announcements about upcoming events and a pledge recitation, while also covering practical advice for supporting employees through difficult times and offering resources for grief support.

Next steps

Minutes of the June 6, 2025

Presentation:

6 Months to Live: Surviving Cancer

Dr. Will Smallwood

Quick recap

Don shared his personal experience with multiple myeloma treatment and recovery, while also providing updates on Cedarville University's fundraising campaign and enrollment growth. The conversation ended with announcements about upcoming speakers and meeting arrangements for the following week.

Minutes of the May 30, 2025

Presentation:

Springhouse Park Grant and Planning

Zach Wike

Quick recap

The meeting began with technical difficulties and attendance updates, followed by a presentation about the Beavercreek Parks, Recreation & Culture Department's activities and plans. The presentation highlighted the department's mission, upcoming developments at Springhouse Park, and emphasized community engagement in shaping initiatives. Don provided an overview of the Parks Division's operations, financial challenges, and ways for community involvement, while also discussing the critical role of volunteers and upcoming events.

Next steps