Author: Indy Rotary

  • October 27, Greg McCauley, Link Space Science Institute

    October 27, Greg McCauley, Link Space Science Institute

    Greg McCauley, Executive Director, Link Space Science Institute
    Chasing Pluto: The First Mission to the Last Planet 
    The Pluto program was recently featured at this summer’s Indiana State Fair in the Glass Barn. The $700 million NASA New Horizons mission launched in January 2006, was tasked with lifting the veil on a world that has remained mysterious since its 1930 discovery. Traveling 9 1/2 years and nearly 3.2 billion miles, it’s one of the most ambitions and historic NASA unmanned missions of exploration in history.

    Built as a private planetarium the Link Observatory at one time fell into the hands of a few amateur astronomers. Greg McCauley sat on the board of this group and saw a vision for the observatory that would both honor the trust and enlarge the capabilities of the program. The Link Observatory has launched an ambitious program backed up with a dedicated mission, staff and volunteers to ignite curiosity, learning, fun and new interest in how space science touches our every day lives among school children in central Indiana. Their ultimate aim is to impact a far wider region of the United States.

  • October 20, Lindsay Smith, Lindsay Smith Coaching

    October 20, Lindsay Smith, Lindsay Smith Coaching

    Managing Millennials 
    Millennials are dramatically changing the culture in the American workforce. With their expectation for a nap room, unlimited vacation and an unstructured work schedule, how are we supposed to actually build a sustainable organization? No wonder leaders are confused, frustrated, and resisting changes to their company culture. In this presentation we’ll discuss why you should care about the millennial mindset and what you can do to capitalize on this dynamic shift.

    Lindsay works with millennials and the organizations hiring them. She provides insight, education and coaching through one to one programs, group coaching and educational seminars to help recruit and retain millennial workers and volunteers.

    She studied psychology and public communications from Syracuse University and is a fully certified coach through the International Coaching Federation. She has built a nationally recognized brand and is becoming known as an expert in helping millennials succeed and make their best contributions in the workplace.

  • October 13, Blake Bolden, Executive Director, Monumental Marathon

    October 13, Blake Bolden, Executive Director, Monumental Marathon

    TOPIC: Monumental Effort in Philanthropy and Community Involvement

    In 2014 the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon (IMM) was the 23rd largest marathon in the U.S.  The 2015 edition on Saturday, November 7 promises to be the biggest yet.  Beyond the annual event, the organization is dedicated to improving Central Indiana.

    IMM Executive Director Blake Boldon will discuss how the IMM works to educate Indianapolis youth on the benefits of healthy living, proper nutrition and exercise.  He’ll share details on the following:

    • A youth fitness program, Monumental Kids Movement
    • An employer-based wellness initiative, the Apex Monumental Challenge
    • Donations exceeding $675,000, including $141,000 in 2015
    • Exciting new developments
    • Other community benefits
  • September 15, Tony Katz and the Morning News, WIBC, 93.1FM

    September 15, Tony Katz and the Morning News, WIBC, 93.1FM

    Tony Katz is the host of Tony Katz and the Morning News, 5-10amET on 93.1FM WIBC (Indianapolis.) Tony entertainingly works his way through current events and pop culture, exposing media hypocrisy and making the complex easy to understand. Different than other talk show hosts, Tony focuses on right vs. wrong, instead of right vs. left.

    Before Tony Katz and the Morning News, he was the host of Tony Katz Tonight, on the same station. He had the #1 weekend program, The Tony Katz Show in St. Louis, and has been heard on stations across the country Tony is a contributor to  TownHall.com, and has provided political and election coverage and insight to FOX News, MSNBC, CNBC and radio stations around the country. He is a sought after public speaker and emcee, entertaining audiences and talking about new media and culture.

  • September 1: Amir Pasic, Dean of the IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy

    September 1: Amir Pasic, Dean of the IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy

    Pasic assumes the leadership of the world’s first school devoted to the study and teaching of philanthropy. The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy’s academic degree programs, training and groundbreaking research equip philanthropy and nonprofit professionals, scholars, donors and volunteers to accomplish their important missions more knowledgeably and effectively.

    “It is a privilege to join the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy and to help lead its bright future,” Pasic said. “The school has a strong global reputation and proven track record as a research leader and educator of outstanding philanthropy leaders and practitioners. Its talented faculty and staff are at the vanguard of deepening knowledge and developing and sharing new understanding of philanthropy, and are dedicated to strengthening and serving the philanthropic sector with openness and generosity.”

  • Wednesday, September 2: Rotary 5:31 Club, Broadmoor Country Club

    Join us! It’s 5:31 at Broadmoor Country Club on September 2, 5:31 to 7:30pm. Broadmoor CC is located at 2155 Kessler Blvd W Drive.

    Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Indianapolis

    Just “show-up! Or, for more details contact the Rotary at 317-631-3733!

    Reservations and punctuality not required! 5:31 meet-and-greets are our most popular event get-togethers. They are a fun way to get to know folks outside of our regular Tuesday programs. We always meet at a new location somewhere in the city and it is never dull!

  • August 25: Kathleen Lee, Chancellor, Ivy Tech

    Ivy Tech Community College is Indiana’s largest and most affordable college, with 32 degree granting locations and nearly 200,000 students attending each year. The Central Indiana region is the College’s largest region, and serves students in Marion and the surrounding counties.

    Dr. Lee will highlight Ivy Tech’s new division structure, special program offerings for students and the College’s impact on the state. Ivy Tech is Indiana’s highest return on its investment in higher education, offering the most affordable tuition, the lowest percentage of students graduating with loan debt, and high earnings of graduates in the first year after graduation.

  • July 28, Rick Hite, Chief of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department

    July 28, Rick Hite, Chief of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department

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    Public Safety in Indianapolis
    Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Chief Rick Hite will share his thoughts and reflections on crime and public safety in Indianapolis. This will include a discussion of what each citizen can do to make things better. Chief Hite recently attended the State of the Union to represent law enforcement leaders who are forging new relationships with the community.

  • July 21, Indy Rotary: Allison Barber, WGU Indiana, Chancellor

    July 21, Indy Rotary: Allison Barber, WGU Indiana, Chancellor
    Dr. Allison Barber is the chancellor of WGU Indiana, the state’s online, competency-based university. She champions college attainment for working Hoosiers who have some college but have not yet earned a degree. WGU Indiana also offers advanced degrees in business, education, health profession and technology.

    An Indiana native, Allison’s portfolio includes more than 25 years of experience in education and public service. Prior to her position at WGU Indiana, Allison was the president of her own strategic communications firm in the Washington, D.C. area. She was also an adjunct professor at Georgetown University, teaching in the master’s program for Public Relations and Corporate Communications.

    Allison spent more than seven years at the Department of Defense. She was the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Internal Communications and Public Liaison. In this position, she was responsible for the Department’s worldwide communications to the men and women of the military, and for community relations programs that linked citizens to members of the Armed Forces at home and abroad. Allison worked to establish the Pentagon Channel, created the New Media division for the Pentagon, and provided oversight to the Defense Media Center, Armed Forces Radio and Television, and Stars and Stripes newspaper. She was also responsible for national programs that protect and enhance the morale of the military members and their families.

  • July 7, Indy Rotary: John Germ, Rotary International President 2016-2017

    John joined Rotary in 1976 and has served R.I. as district governor, committee member, delegate to and Chairman of the Council on Legislation, task force zone and area coordinator,  Aide to 2007-08 RI President, Chairman of the nominating committee 2011-12 , 2012-13 & 2014-15, International Assembly Training Leader (two years), Vice Chair of TRF  Stewardship Committee, Chairman of TRF Investment Committee and TRF Finance Committee, Vice Chairman of the Bangkok Convention Committee, Chairman of  Rotary’s  U.S.$200 Million Challenge Committee from 1 December 2007 thru 30 June 2012, as well as 2014 Chairman for IPPC and an advisor to the RI Communications Committee.

    He has received RI.’s Service Above Self Award and The Rotary Foundation’s Citation for Meritorious Service and Distinguished Service Award. He and his wife, Judy, are Benefactors and members of the Arch Klumph Society of the Rotary Foundation. They have four children and six grandchildren.

    July 7, Indy Rotary: Mark Blade, Rotary District Governor 6560 Induction Ceremony
    Indianapolis Rotarian Mark Blade became 6560 District Governor on July 1, 2015 and will be “officially” installed on July 7, 2015. Mark has been an Indianapolis Rotarian since 2003.  He served as President of the Indianapolis Club from 2010-2011, He is a is a James Whitcomb Riley Fellow and Paul Harris Fellow. He has been or currently is a member of the  following committees: ZONE 30, Rotary District 6560, Alumni/Alumni Development, Council of Past District Governors, District Conference Planning Committee, District Conference  Planning Committee Chair, District Grants, District Support Team, Executive Leadership Team, Finance Committee, Rotary District 6560 Foundation, indianapolis District Liason,  Indianapolis Programs Committee.