• August 11: Kevin Berkopes

    August 11: Kevin Berkopes

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis welcomes Kevin Berkopes, Founder & CEO,
    Crossroads Education on Tuesday, August 11

    With some schools starting virtually parents are being expected to guide their children through 6-8 hours of coursework throughout the day. Many parents have not been trained to teach and some do not have the time working a full-time job. Join us next Tuesday via Zoom to hear from Kevin Berkopes the founder and CEO of Crossroads Education.

    Crossroads Education is putting together “pods” of students and pairing them with a Learning Pod Director – a qualified professional who has been trained and who will take over the eLearning duties. Crossroads is committed to equity in education and understands that not all families are able to pay for this service. The Crossroads team has been working to provide low-income families this much needed solution. Learn more on Tuesday about the learning pods and how Crossroads is making a difference in education.

    Kevin Berkopes has been experimenting with what is possible in education for over 15 years. His pragmatic approach to education was formulated through combined degrees from Purdue University and the University of Texas at Austin, together with years of teaching experience. Through teaching, he learned about the diverse needs within education, from primary schools in rural areas to universities in urban cities, and realized that equitable success requires more than passion.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs.

    To join our online meeting starting at 12:15 p.m. (join 10-15 minutes early to socialize) and ending promptly at 1:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09.

    Registration is not required to join the meeting. If you’d like to join via your mobile phone or tablet you can download the free Zoom app.

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

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    You can also join us from a landline phone.
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    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
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    Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/abV7RufTKj

    Go here to view instructions on how to prepare for your first Zoom call. If you have questions about joining the meeting contact the office at info@indyrotary.org.

  • Rotary Bowling

    You’re invited to a special event sponsored by Rotary Bowling and your fun loving Social Committee on Tuesday, August 11 at 5:30 p.m. Come out for free food and drink and learn more about Rotary Bowling.
    Tuesday, August 11 at 5:30 p.m.
    Woodland Bowl
    (near the brand new 96th St. & Keystone roundabout)
    RSVP to Bruce Glor

  • COVID Relief Fund

    Rotary Club of Indianapolis is making available funding to grass roots organizations in Indianapolis meeting basic needs of the community impacted by Covid-19. The organization should be a non-profit or affiliated with a non-profit. If you know of such a grass roots organization please contact aaron@elevateindy.org to learn more about this invitation only opportunity.

  • August 4: Monica Levin

    August 4: Monica Levin

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis welcomes
    Monica Levin, Nonverbal Communication Expert on Tuesday, August 4

    Did you know that researchers found that when you communicate with someone, only 40% of what you are conveying comes from your words? The other 60% is nonverbal (body language, voice tone, and ornaments). Whether we work virtually or in person, nonverbal communication is a huge component of our communication. Join us next Tuesday to hear from Monica Levin a nonverbal communication expert to learn how you can feel confident and build trust in your video-chat conversations. Monica is a Certified Body Trainer that speaks at events and companies all over the globe. She teaches groups, audiences, and individuals how to positively influence situations and people using nonverbal communication: intuition, mindset, and body language.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs.

    To join our online meeting starting at 12:15 p.m. (join 10-15 minutes early to socialize) and ending promptly at 1:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09.

    Registration is not required to join the meeting. If you’d like to join via your mobile phone or tablet you can download the free Zoom app.

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

    If joining via a mobile phone for audio only click one of the following numbers:
    +13126266799,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (Chicago)
    +19292056099,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (New York)

    You can also join us from a landline phone.
    +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
    +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
    +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
    +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795
    Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/abV7RufTKj

    Go here to view instructions on how to prepare for your first Zoom call. If you have questions about joining the meeting contact the office at info@indyrotary.org.

  • Rotary to Continue Meeting Virtually

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis cares deeply about the health and well-being of our members. Due to the increase of COVID-19 cases and new restrictions for Marion County we will continue to meet virtually for our weekly Tuesday programs. Zoom details for our weekly meetings can always be found at IndyRotary.org.

    When we are able to return to in-person meetings we will provide at least a two week notice along with our increased safety plan. Stay safe Rotarians!

  • July 28: Allison Wharry

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis Welcomes Allison Wharry, CEO, New Hope of Indiana on Tuesday, July 28

    Join us next week to hear from Allison Wharry the CEO of New Hope of Indiana. Allison served as the Chair for New Hope of Indiana’s Board of Directors for a year and a half until she accepted the CEO position in September 2014.

    New Hope of Indiana provides day services, vocational services, and transition services to adults with disabilities. One of New Hope’s new transition programs is the Cheese and Thank You food truck. Cheese and Thank You is the only mission-driven food truck in the Midwest in which food is prepared, served, and marketed by young adults with disabilities. Allison will speak about this exciting program and other opportunities that New Hope offers.

    Prior to working with New Hope, Allison was the Vice President and Chief Advocacy Officer for St. Vincent Health and served as Vice President for Government Relations at the Indiana Hospital and Health Association. She has degrees from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio and Indiana University School of Law. Allison describes herself as a lawyer by training but a social worker at heart.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs.

    To join our online meeting starting at 12:15 p.m. (join 10-15 minutes early to socialize) and ending promptly at 1:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09

    Registration is not required to join the meeting. If you’d like to join via your mobile phone or tablet you can download the free Zoom app.

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

    If joining via a mobile phone for audio only click one of the following numbers:
    +13126266799,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (Chicago)
    +19292056099,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (New York)

    You can also join us from a landline phone.
    +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
    +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
    +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
    +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795
    Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/abV7RufTKj

    Go here to view instructions on how to prepare for your first Zoom call. If you have questions about joining the meeting contact the office at info@indyrotary.org.

  • DACdb Mobile

    DACdb Mobile

    What is DACdb?:

    District and Club Database (DACdb) is the primary electronic communication vehicle for Rotary clubs, districts and committees. This password-protected site allows you to find contact information for fellow club members and district leadership.

    What can you do on DACdb?:

    • Look up member information
    • Committee information
    • Event calendar
    • Record makeups
    • Get club and district information
    • And much more!

    Did you know there is a mobile version?

    DACdb Mobile is not an “app” – it’s a website just like the main version of DACdb – except it has been optimized to work on mobile devices.

    If you want to put an icon/shortcut to the DACdb Mobile website on your smartphone…click here for step by step instructions

    iOS
    If using Safari then go to DACdb Mobile (http://m.dacdb.com/), tap the “share” icon (the square with the upward pointing arrow) to the right of the Address field, and on the popup tap ‘Add To Home Screen’ on the bottom row of icons.

    Android
    Launch Chrome for Android and go to DACdb Mobile (http://m.dacdb.com/). Tap the menu button and tap “Add to homescreen”. You’ll be able to enter a name for the shortcut and then Chrome will add it to your home screen.

    Are you a member of our club and need help getting logged into DACdb? Contact the office at 317-829-1041/ email jstahl@indyrotary.org or Bill Bubenzer 317-439-4169/ email bill.bubenzer@gmail.com

  • John Hague

    John Hague

    We are saddened to notify you of the passing of John Hague on Sunday, July 19. John was a long time Indy Rotarian, a Past President of the Club and Past President of the Indianapolis Rotary Foundation.

    Please keep John’s family in your thoughts and prayers.

    Dr. John D. Hague

    91, passed away July 19, 2020. He was born on June 20, 1929 to parents Girstle and Helen Dawson Hague.

    He was an Electrical Engineering graduate of Purdue University and received three high honors from the University. He was named a Distinguished Engineering Alumnus; an Outstanding Electrical Engineer; and he was awarded a Doctor of Engineering degree in recognition of his management and technological achievements. He held 5 patents in the field of electronic systems.

    Dr. Hague was employed by the Naval Avionics Center for 34 years and served as the Director of Engineering and the Executive Director (COO) of the Center. He chaired a number of Naval Air Systems Commands corporate level studies, including those for Future Avionics Systems and Technologies; Advanced Software Development Concepts; and Quality Management for Complex Electronic Systems. He was active in the field of advanced electronic technologies such as hierarchically architectured, autodiagnostic and auto-reconfigurable systems. He was named a Meritorious Executive of the Senior Executive Service by the President of the United States and was presented with the Navy’s Distinguished Civilian Service Award, which is the highest award that can be granted by the Secretary of the Navy.

    Over the years, he repeatedly remarked that he really enjoyed what he was doing and that he woke up every morning eager to get to work “to see what was happening”. He had a sign hanging in his office that said “Nobody said that this would be easy”. One of his observations was that it is amazing how much one person can accomplish if he or she doesn’t care who gets the credit. He had very high personal, business and ethical standards and was known for the high level of trust that he placed in those who worked with him and for him.

    Following his retirement from the Naval Avionics Center top management position in 1984, he was appointed to the position of President of the Corporation for Science & Technology by Governor Robert Orr. After retiring from that position, he served as Chairman of the Board of that Corporation for a period of three years. For the next twenty years, he served as the President of Management & Technological Consultation Services, LLC, retiring for the third time in 2009. Indiana Governors Orr, Bayh and O’Bannon each bestowed upon him the Sagamore of the Wabash Award.

    Dr. Hague was active in community affairs and served on a number of corporate Boards. He served in many civic roles, including President of the Indianapolis Rotary Club; President of the Rotary Foundation of Indianapolis; Chairman of the Board of Community Hospitals of Indianapolis; Treasurer and Board Member of Union Chapel Cemetery; and a member of the Greater Indianapolis Progress Committee, the Consortium for Computer & High Technology Education, the Midwest Technology Development Institute; the Advisory Boards of the Dean of Engineering, Purdue University and the Dean of Education, Indiana University. He was a member of

    Meridian Street United Methodist Church and previously was a 64 year member of North United Methodist Church and served on the NUMC Board of Trustees.

    He especially treasured the time he spent with his wife and family and lived in the home in Broad Ripple Village in which he was raised as a child. He and Rosemary were the third generation to live in that home. He enjoyed his applied research and engineering years, the guiding of troubled organizations back to robust health, the time spent at the family home on Lake Wawasee, and collecting and tinkering with his antique and classic motor cars.

    A lifelong resident of Indianapolis, he was married to his loving wife of 69 years, Rosemary Letsinger Hague, whom he met and fell hopelessly in love with when he was a senior in high school. He was survived by his two children, Susan Hague Machledt (Fredric) and Alan Hague (Heidi); three grandchildren: Maggie Girard (Chuck), Julie Sherrill (Matthew), and John Samuel Hague; two great-grandchildren: Ian and Cecily Rosemary Girard.

    In accordance with the Dr. Hague’s request, there will be no visitation or funeral. The family requests no flowers. A private family service will be held at the time of his burial in Union Chapel Cemetery.

  • July 21: Dr. Todd Saxton and Dr. Kim Saxton

    July 21: Dr. Todd Saxton and Dr. Kim Saxton

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis welcomes Dr. Todd Saxton and Dr. Kim Saxton, Kelley School of Business, Indiana University on Tuesday, March 17

    Just one out of two startups make it to year-five and seventy percent of ALL new companies fail by year-ten. Why? The Titanic Effect!

    Join us next week to hear from Dr. Todd Saxton and Dr. Kim Saxton the authors of The Titanic Effect: Successfully Navigating the Uncertainties that Sink Most Startups.

    Dr. Todd Saxton is an associate professor and Indiana Venture Faculty Fellow at the IU Kelley School of Business and an award-winning professor of strategy and entrepreneurship. Todd has advised, helped launch, and invested in hundreds of startups spanning life sciences, software, sports, consumer products, and services. Todd serves on the board of multiple entrepreneurial ventures, including VisionTech Angel Partners, the largest angel investing group in Indiana; Diagnotes, a venture-funded health IT firm he helped found; and Fight for Life Foundation, a not-for-profit providing social and emotional learning for the deserving but under served. He co-founded the Indiana Chapter of the Society of Physician Entrepreneurs (SoPE) in 2018. He has published numerous book chapters and articles on corporate and startup strategies for success.

    Dr. Kim Saxton has over thirty years of marketing and market-research experience, working with large corporations, startups, and medium-sized businesses. Currently, she is a clinical professor of marketing at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business. Her teaching success has been recognized through numerous teaching awards, including an Indiana University President’s Award for Teaching Excellence. Kim’s research on market segmentation, branding, promotional strategies, venture success, and venture ecosystems has been published in numerous international academic journals. She also serves as an associate editor for the Journal of Advertising Research. Kim is an active angel investor and advisor to high-potential startups. She is a member of the advisory board for The Startup Ladies, a community-based organization helping women launch their startups through training and access to investors. She has served as an executive mentor for a wide variety of women-founded startups.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs.

    To join our online meeting starting at 12:15 p.m. (join 10-15 minutes early to socialize) and ending promptly at 1:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09.

    Registration is not required to join the meeting. If you’d like to join via your mobile phone or tablet you can download the free Zoom app.

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

    If joining via a mobile phone for audio only click one of the following numbers:
    +13126266799,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (Chicago)
    +19292056099,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (New York)

    You can also join us from a landline phone.
    +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
    +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
    +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
    +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795
    Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/abV7RufTKj

    Go here to view instructions on how to prepare for your first Zoom call. If you have questions about joining the meeting contact the office at info@indyrotary.org.

  • July 14: Stan Soderstrom

    July 14: Stan Soderstrom

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis welcomes Stan Soderstrom, Executive Director, Kiwanis International and Kiwanis Children’s Fund on Tuesday, July 14

    Join us next week via Zoom to hear from Stan Soderstrom the executive director of Kiwanis International and the Kiwanis Children’s Fund. Kiwanis International is a worldwide service organization in more than 80 nations. His background includes global and community-based work in the public and private sectors.

    A native of Amarillo, Texas, Stan earned his undergraduate degree at Texas Tech University with graduate studies at the University of Texas. He started his career at Sun Oil Company and moved into consulting on energy and corporate/association management projects. In 1992, Stan joined the Dallas Cowboys marketing team. He helped develop and launch a major retail enterprise, which coincided with the team’s 1990s Super Bowl championship runs.

    A shift to the not-for-profit world came in 1997, when Stan joined the staff of Kiwanis International. He has held several positions within the organization and is also an active club member, giving him a unique, guiding perspective.

    Stan serves as the CASA, Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army for Indiana, immediate past chairman of the board of the Heartland International Film Festival, board member for the Iodine Global Network, an elder at Zionsville Presbyterian Church, and a member of the Kiwanis Club of Zionsville.

    Stan and his wife, Misty, reside in Indianapolis and have two children; a daughter who is a theme park design artist/cosplay fashionista, and a son who is a U.S. Marine.

    One of Stan’s priorities is to develop fresher, more personalized models to attract and shape the next generation of Kiwanians and youth leaders. He operates with a belief: “True leaders don’t create followers…they create more leaders…no matter the age.”

    All are welcome at Rotary programs.

    To join our online meeting starting at 12:15 p.m. (join 10-15 minutes early to socialize) and ending promptly at 1:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09.

    Registration is not required to join the meeting. If you’d like to join via your mobile phone or tablet you can download the free Zoom app.

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

    If joining via a mobile phone for audio only click one of the following numbers:
    +13126266799,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (Chicago)
    +19292056099,,710170874#,,#,821795# US (New York)

    You can also join us from a landline phone.
    +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
    +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
    +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
    +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795
    Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/abV7RufTKj

    Go here to view instructions on how to prepare for your first Zoom call. If you have questions about joining the meeting contact the office at info@indyrotary.org.