• October 22: Senator Jim Merritt

    October 22: Senator Jim Merritt

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis welcomes Senator Jim Merritt, Mayoral Candidate for the City of Indianapolis

    Senator Jim Merritt will be our special guest speaker on Tuesday as everyone prepares for next month’s election for the Indianapolis Mayor’s Race.

    Senator Jim Merritt was born in Indianapolis and resides in Lawrence Township. Jim graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science. He is the proud father of three adult children and one granddaughter.
    Jim served as President of Circle Financial Corporation and Vice President of the Indiana Railroad Company. Currently he serves as President of JWM Consulting Corporation.

    Jim Merritt has devoted the majority of his adult life to public service. At the age of 31, he was the youngest member ever elected to the state senate, up to that point. Since 1991, he has represented District 31.

    In the State Senate, Senator Merritt serves as the Majority Caucus Chair. Also, Senator Merritt serves as a majority member of the following committees: Commerce and Technology, Homeland Security and Transportation, Veterans Affairs and the Military, Joint Rules, Public Policy, Rules and Legislative Procedure and the Utilities Committee which he Chairs.

    Merritt was elected Chair of the Marion County Republican Party in March of 2017. He resigned that position in December of 2018 and announced his candidacy for Mayor of Indianapolis in January 2019.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. The lunch buffet opens at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. See you there!

  • October 15: David Becker

    Rotary welcomes David Becker, President & CEO, First Internet Bank and Chairman of the Board, Indiana Technology & Innovation Association

    David Becker is a seasoned entrepreneur with a 35-year history of creating successful companies in the financial services and technology sectors, is the Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of First Internet Bancorp (NASDAQ: INBK). Nearly 20 years ago, David had what was, at that time, a radical notion: a bank that lived entirely online (you might say he was onto something there). That initial idea became First Internet Bank, headquartered in Fishers. Today, he continues to serve as the Bank’s President and Chief Executive Officer.

    From its inception at David’s kitchen table in 1999, First Internet Bank has been an industry pioneer in the branchless delivery of banking services, reflecting his vision. As consumers and businesses continue to seek out non-traditional financial institutions that fit their needs, the bank has been uniquely positioned to deliver a high level of online and mobile convenience backed by outstanding customer service.

    David also serves as Chairman of the Board for the newly created Indiana Technology and Innovation Association. The organization is comprised of over 90 technology and innovation companies ranging from startups to Saleforce. Join us on Tuesday to learn about the Indiana Technology & Innovation Association and Indiana’s fastest growing sector.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. The lunch buffet opens at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. See you there!

  • November 5:31 Club: Asian Harbor 8

    Join Rotary friends and guests at Asian Harbor 8  for fun, frivolity, conversation, beverages and food. Check out their website

    Their slogan is “come hungry, leave happy”. They will have a variety of beers available, but no wine or cocktails.

    • November 6th, from 5:31 pm till 7:30 pm, or whenever you can be there.
    • Asian Harbor 8 is located at 878 US-31, Greenwood, IN 46142 (across from Greenwood Park Mall on the West side of US-31)
    • No agenda, just the regular, monthly social get-together.
    • Free parking.
    • We will be joined by members from the Southport International Rotary Club along with members of the Chin Community
    • The Chin Community Center is the current recipient of the Indianapolis Rotary Foundation Legacy Grant.

  • October 8: Jennifer Magley

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis welcomes Jennifer Magley, Speaker, Former Professional Athlete, NCAA Division I Coach & Entrepreneur!

    Join us on Tuesday to hear from Jennifer Magley and what it takes to be a champion. Jennifer is a speaker, former professional athlete, NCAA Division I head coach, entrepreneur, and owner of Open Gym. She has received national media coverage from USA Today, ESPN and The Indianapolis Star among others. Currently Jennifer is a Make-A-Wish® America Honoree and Board Member with The Patachou Foundation and Coburn Place.

    A Kansas native and former standout student-athlete, Jennifer is a proud IMG Sports Academy Alumni and University of Florida graduate. While at University of Florida, she was the #1 Ranked NCAA Division I Singles player in the country, NCAA Team Champion, Four-time All-American, First Team ESPN The Magazine, Finalist for the Honda Award and recipient of the Arthur Ashe Jr., Sports Scholar, and SEC Good Works awards. As a member of TEAM USA, Jennifer represented the United States in over 14 countries.

    Post graduation she competed professionally on the WTA Tour before being named Associate Head Coach at Wichita State University. At 23, she was the youngest NCAA Division I head coach in the nation at Florida Gulf Coast University.

    In February 2014, Jennifer’s debut novel “Division I” was released spotlighting issues that effect female collegiate athletes.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. The lunch buffet opens at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. See you there!

  • And the winner is……..

    And the winner is……..

    Congratulations to Stacy Robinson, our 6th Annual Chili Cook-Off Winner!….Check out our Facebook page for more pictures of the event!

  • October 1: John Trypus

    October 1: John Trypus

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis welcomes John Trupus, Director, Underground Engineering & Construction Group, Citizens Energy Group

    Join us on Tuesday to learn about the DigIndy Tunnel System. It’s a 28-mile long network of deep rock tunnels being built 250 feet beneath the city. The $2 billion program is Indy’s solution to reducing combined sewer overflows into area waterways by up to 97 percent.

    John Trypus the Director of Underground Engineering and Construction at Citizens Energy will be our guest speaker. John has 25 years of experience in planning, design and construction of utility projects. In his role within Citizens, he oversees capital work associated with the water distribution and wastewater collection systems, as well as Citizen’s DigIndy Tunnel Program. Johns holds a bachelors of science in geology from the University of South Florida and an MBA from The John Hopkins University, Carey Business School.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. The lunch buffet opens at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. See you there!

  • September 24: Indy Do Day Kickoff- Pack Away Hunger

    September 24: Indy Do Day Kickoff- Pack Away Hunger

    Indy Do Day is our club’s signature service project. We hope to inspire 20,000 Indy resident to serve on September 26, 27, 28 and 29. Be part of the action during the Club’s own service project that will be held on Tuesday, September 24 to kick off Indy Do Day week. We’ll be packing meals with Pack Away Hunger. If you plan to join us, please check out Pack Away Hunger’s instructional video ahead of time. 

    Our service projects during lunch are always some of the most fun, with ample opportunities to network – so don’t miss out!

    There are still volunteer opportunities for your family, friends and colleagues to do on Indy Do Day! Visit IndyDoDay.org to select a project to DO today. 

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. The lunch buffet opens at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. See you there! 

  • 7:01 Club: Another Broken Egg Cafe

    7:01 Club is your 5:31 Club for the early morning folks!

    The Social Committee invites you to a social gathering at 7:01 A.M. at Another Broken Egg 9435 North Meridian, Indianapolis, IN 46260 on Wednesday October 30, 2019!

    We will have a separate room for members and guest to meet, spend time with your Rotary friends and family for a fun morning out.

    We will order off the menu so let it be known that Another Broken Egg Cafe isn’t your typical breakfast, brunch and lunch place. The menu is second-to-none, loaded with fresh ingredients and creative recipes across a wide variety of breakfast classics. Each location is designed to feel like a
    casual getaway, served up with a generous side of family, friends and friendly service.

    We will have a room saved for Rotarians. Start the socializing early by arriving at 7.

    No reservations necessary, just come and enjoy.

  • Oct 2: Participate in our 6th Annual Chili Cook-Off!

    Join us for a special edition of the 5:31 Club which includes the 6th annual Chili Cook-off at Triton Tap Room, 915 Broad Ripple Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220, on Wednesday, October 2.

    Throw your hat into the ring. Register with David Leonards at ieb@prodigy.net by Tuesday, September 24th if you think you have the best chili in Rotary. Win bragging rights for the entire year!

    Are you a new member? We are inviting YOU to be our judges for this prestigious event. Email David Leonards to be a judge for the 6th Annual Chili Cook-off.

  • September 17: Thomas M. Fisher, Solicitor General, State of Indiana

    September 17: Thomas M. Fisher, Solicitor General, State of Indiana

    Join us on Tuesday to hear from Thomas M. Fisher. Mr. Fisher has served as an Indiana Deputy Attorney General since February 2001, and was named Indiana’s first Solicitor General in July 2005. In that role he handles high profile litigation for the State, defends state statutes against constitutional attack, advises the Attorney General on a range of legal policy issues, and manages the State’s U.S. Supreme Court docket.

    A two-time recipient of the National Association of Attorneys General Best Brief Award for excellence in U.S. Supreme Court brief writing, Fisher has argued four times before the High Court, including this term in Timbs v. Indiana. is U.S. Supreme Court practice has also included authorship of dozens of cert-stage and merits-stage amicus curiae briefs on a wide range of issues, including jury impeachment, federal preemption, legislative prayer, public Ten Commandments displays, the definition of marriage, abortion regulation, right to trial by jury, habeas corpus, and federal taxpayer standing, among many others. 

    In addition, Fisher has argued dozens of important and high profile cases before both the Indiana Supreme Court and the Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, including successful defenses of Indiana’s choice scholarship program, its popular telephone privacy laws, and its alcohol distribution regulations. Other argued cases have included constitutional defense of abortion regulations, parental rights laws, judicial speech canons, Medicaid statutes, the definition of marriage, state toll road leasing, and public school funding, among many other subjects. In 2018, Fisher was named a Fellow of the American Academy of Appellate Lawyers.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. The lunch buffet opens at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. See you there!