Category: Programs

  • April 19: Special Networking Program

    A founding principle of Rotary was to meet periodically to enjoy camaraderie and enlarge one’s circle of business and professional acquaintances. As the oldest service club in the world, Rotary club members represent a cross-section of the community’s owners, executives, managers, political leaders, and professionals – people who make decisions and influence policy. Join us on Tuesday as we connect and build better friendships. This is a great opportunity to get to know other Rotarians on a more personal level. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect!

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. Lunch will be available starting at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795

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    You can also join us from a landline phone.
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  • April 12: Dr. Chuck Johnson

    April 12: Dr. Chuck Johnson

    Join us Tuesday to hear from Dr. Chuck Johnson the President of Vincennes University. Dr. Johnson was appointed the 22nd President of Vincennes University (VU) in 2015, after previously serving as Interim President. Johnson came to VU as Provost/Vice President for Instructional Services/Dean of Faculty and served in that capacity for three years.

    While at VU, Johnson has overseen the development and growth of VU’s work-based learning partnerships with industry, including the Toyota Advanced Maintenance Technician program, the Cummins Technical Apprenticeship program, the Amazon Apprenticeship program in Mechatronics and Automation and numerous others. Johnson has also been extensively involved in the expansion of VU’s Early College program, including the development of Career and Technical Education Early Colleges with Career Centers and Cooperatives across Indiana, reaching thousands of Hoosier students.

    Among the most recent initiatives spear-headed by Johnson has been the creation of the Center for Applied Robotics and Automation and the development of a network of collaborative robot (cobot) labs throughout Indiana, in partnership with Telamon Robotics.

    Johnson came to VU from spent Purdue University, West Lafayette, where he served in a variety of program director roles in the Krannert School of Management, overseeing internationally-ranked full-time, part-time, and Executive MBA, and master of science programs as well as Krannert’s executive education non-degree programs. His experience also includes consulting for the American University of the Middle East in Kuwait, which opened its doors in 2008. Before Purdue, Johnson was Manager of Training and Development for National City Bank, Northwest (now part of PNC), and held several positions in academic and student affairs at Bowling Green State University in Ohio.

    Johnson serves as a member of the Governor’s Workforce Cabinet and as President of the Council on Accreditation of Two-Year Colleges. He serves as Secretary of the board for Knox County Indiana Economic Development and on the boards of the Regional Opportunity Initiatives and Vincennes University Foundation, and Talent 2025. Johnson is a representative to Conexus Indiana’s Advanced Manufacturing Council and recently completed a term as a Commissioner for the Midwest Higher Education Compact.

    A native of Washington, Indiana, Johnson earned a Ph.D. at Purdue University, an MBA from Bowling Green, and a B.S. in Economics from Indiana State University. He and his wife, Sarah (VU ’80), have two adult daughters and two grandchildren.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. Lunch will be available starting at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    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)
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    You can also join us from a landline phone.
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  • April 5: Frank Hancock

    April 5: Frank Hancock

    Join us Tuesday to hear from Frank Hancock the President, CEO and Owner of Sport Graphics. Frank and Linda Hancock founded Sport Graphics in 1986. Over the last 30-plus years, Sport Graphics has developed into an enterprise that is a multifaceted provider of event signage and logistics support services. Sport Graphics is also the parent company to Section 127, a full-service creative agency located in downtown Indianapolis. The company’s commitment to excellence and on-time service has been rewarded with multiple new annual events and the enhancement of long-term relationships with existing clients.

    Frank remains active today in the business, along with his wife and three children. Frank is a graduate of Ball State University, where he once served as Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees’, a position he held for more than 10 years. He was awarded the Ball State President’s Medal of Distinction and honored as the Ball State Alumnus of the Year. Frank has served on several civic boards including the Indianapolis Zoo, 500 Festival, Peyback Foundation, Pacers Foundation, Warren Township School Board and the Community Health Network Foundation, in addition to actively participating annually in many charitable events. Frank has received acknowledgement for his civic support by former Indianapolis Mayors Stephen Goldsmith, Bart Peterson and Greg Ballard. Governor Mitch Daniels awarded Frank the Sagamore of The Wabash Award, the highest distinction for distinguished service given by the state. 

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. Lunch will be available starting at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    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.
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    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795
  • March 29: Nathan Feltman & Gerry Dick

    March 29: Nathan Feltman & Gerry Dick


    Join us Tuesday to hear from Nathan Feltman and Gerry Dick. Nathan is the co-owner and CEO of IBJ Media and the Publisher of the Indianapolis Business Journal and the Indiana Lawyer. Gerry Dick is the long-time host of the Emmy award winning Inside Indiana Business as well as the Division President. Nathan and Gerry will discuss the merger of the IBJ and Inside Indiana Business and how they expect that to improve statewide media business coverage. 

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. Lunch will be available starting at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    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.
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  • March 22: Michael Leppert

    Join us on Tuesday to hear from Michael Leppert. Michael is a lecturer in the communications department at the Kelley School of Business. He is a graduate of the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs and has a Master of Science in Communication (MSC) from Northwestern University. He has published hundreds of columns in Indiana newspapers, his first book, Contrary to Popular Belief, in 2016. His first novel, Flipping the Circle, was published in November by Greenleaf Book Group. He makes regular appearances on Indianapolis radio and television political commentary programs. He is the former Executive Director of the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission and spent two decades as a public affairs consultant. He began teaching at Indiana University in 2019 and will continue as an adjunct professor at the O’Neill School, teaching public law and government relations.  

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. Lunch will be available starting at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    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.
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  • March 15: Alyssa Andrews

    Join us Tuesday to hear from Alyssa Andrews. Alyssa, a graduate of Center Grove High School and Indiana University, returned to central Indiana as the newest meteorologist at FOX59 and CBS4 this past fall. Alyssa was a trailblazer at IU as the first person to create her own major in social media journalism. She continued her education at Mississippi State University for a master’s degree in meteorology. Alyssa previously worked in Lexington, Kentucky at ABC36, in Terre Haute at WTWO-TV and was a sideline report for the Big Ten Network. 

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. Lunch will be available starting at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    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.
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    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795
  • March 8: Jim Merritt

    March 8: Jim Merritt

    Join us Tuesday to hear from Jim Merritt, Former State Senator and President of JWM Consulting. One year ago Jim Merritt stepped away from the Indiana Senate after serving 30 years in the State House. Jim was the longest serving Caucus Chairman in Indiana history holding that position for 16 years being elected 8 times by his fellow Republican colleagues.  

    During his 30 years in the Senate, Merritt brought the social emergency 211 telephone hotline to Indiana. “211” has played an enormous role in the COVID pandemic. Merritt wrote the following noteworthy laws: Reforming the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Creating the Public Access Counselor, The Safe Haven law and The Lifeline law.

    In response to the opioid epidemic, Merritt led Indiana’s efforts to help those suffering from addiction. Merritt played a significant role in Indiana energy issues since 1991 by serving on applicable committees and chairing the Senate’s Utility Committee 2005-2020.   

    Now, Jim spends time growing his consulting company, JWM Consulting and producing his “Jim Merritt’s Indiana” podcast. He will also debut a new radio show soon, “The Common Sense Hour with Jim Merritt”.  A history buff, Jim authored “Passing The Torch: Preserving Indiana’s Heritage” (Guild Press). He is married to Susan Backer, the father of three adults and grandfather to Merritt and Madison Baker.  

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Masks are required for those attending regardless of vaccination status. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. Lunch will be available starting at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    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.
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    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795
  • March 1: Campaign Day

    March 1: Campaign Day

    Join us Tuesday for the Board of Directors Campaign Day. You will get to hear from the 2022-2024 Rotary Board of Directors candidates and their vision for the club. Our Board of Directors helps set the tone, vision and even character of our club for years to come. Information about the candidates can be found at IndyRotary.com/leadership.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Masks are required for those attending regardless of vaccination status. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. Lunch will be available starting at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    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)
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    You can also join us from a landline phone.
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  • February 22: John Thawnghmung & Peter Thawnghmung

    February 22: John Thawnghmung & Peter Thawnghmung

    Join us next Tuesday to hear from Peter Thawnghmung and John Thawnghmung. They came to the US in the 1980s to fulfill their dream of becoming US citizens. Both men are civic and business leaders.

    Peter is President of the Chin Community of Indiana and a member of the Southport International Rotary Club. He is also the CEO of Yo-Health, a company that manufactures yogurt that is distributed throughout the country. Peter recently opened Yoshi a restaurant on New York St. in downtown Indy. The restaurant gets it’s name from it’s menu, yogurt, hibachi and sushi. Peter has a degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of Michigan. 

    John is the founding President of the Southport International Rotary Club, taking it from a satellite club to a separately charted Rotary Club. He is the Founder & CEO of Indy Staffing, that serves a diverse population on the Southside of Indianapolis. John previously worked in aircraft engine research and development. He then spent over 20 years in the automotive industry as an engineering director and plant manager. John has a Mechanical Engineering degree from University of Michigan. 

    Both men are leaders, entrepreneurs and vocal supporters of a new unified government in Myanmar, formerly Burma. Their stories of success in the US, are great examples of the importance of immigrants to our country.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Masks are required for those attending regardless of vaccination status. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. Lunch will be available starting at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    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.
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  • February 15: Abdul-Hakim Shabazz

    February 15: Abdul-Hakim Shabazz

    Join us Tuesday to hear from from Abdul-Hakim Shabazz. Abdul has been covering and writing about state and local government in Indiana since 2004. Overall, he has more than 20 years of experience in writing and talking about the issues that affect real people. He goes beyond the headlines and tells you not only what’s happening, but why it’s happening.

    He has written for the Indianapolis Star, Indianapolis Business Journal, WIBC.com, and TheStatehouseFile.Com. He’s a frequent panelist and contributor to RTV 6’s Indianapolis This Week and Inside Indiana Business and a Radio Talk Show Host with Emmis Communications.

    Abdul is the editor and publisher of IndyPolitics.Org, which has been recognized by the Washington Post as one of the best political blogs in the nation.

    Abdul earned his degree in broadcasting and journalism at Northern Illinois University. He has a Master’s Degree in Public Affairs from the University of Illinois and a law degree from St. Louis University.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs. If attending in-person at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center reservations and prepayment are appreciated, but not required. Masks are required for those attending regardless of vaccination status. Register on Square at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. Lunch will be available starting at 11:45 a.m. and the program runs 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. go to https://zoom.us/j/710170874?pwd=bFE4ejJTc29IMlNzVmx1Wlg4MTA1UT09. While our Tuesday programs via Zoom are free to attend a suggested donation of $3 – $5 is appreciated in lieu of the typical room fee. These contributions help defray the cost of our hybrid meetings. Please note that donations to the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are not tax deductible. You can support our hybrid meetings at https://rotary-club-of-indianapolis.square.site/. 

    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)
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    You can also join us from a landline phone.
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    Meeting ID: 710 170 874
    Password: 821795