Category: Programs

  • February 16: Julie Roe Lach

    Join us on Tuesday via Zoom to hear from Julie Roe Lach. Roe Lach is in her first year as Commissioner, after being named the League’s sixth Commissioner on January 1, 2021. She is in her seventh year overall with the Horizon League, joining as Deputy Commissioner in August 2014.

    Roe Lach has been involved with college athletics for 20 years. During her time at the Horizon League, she has been responsible for all core functions with special emphasis on championships, television, finances, governance/compliance and operationalizing the HL’s strategic plan. Her responsibilities also involved men’s basketball oversight, including forging a partnership with the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Events Center to host the Horizon League Basketball Championship at the Indiana Farmers Coliseum for the 2020-22 seasons.

    Prior to the Horizon League, Roe Lach worked at the NCAA for over 15 years, most recently serving as the vice president of enforcement from October 2010 to February 2013. After leaving the NCAA, Julie founded JRL Consulting which merged with CCHA Collegiate Consulting where Roe Lach currently serves as Managing Principal and Of Counsel with the CCHA Sports Law practice. CCHA represents institutions and individuals on any type of NCAA matter, offers NCAA education and assessments of compliance practices in athletic departments, and provides representation of individuals and coaches in contract and employment matters.

    Roe Lach serves on the IU McKinney School of Law Board of Directors and previously served as president of McKinney’s Alumni Association. She serves on the Board of Directors WeCoach, a national non-profit organization founded to recruit and retain women coaches. Recently, Roe Lach also joined the Indiana Sports Commission Board of Directors and chairs the Strategy and Events Committee. Roe Lach also serves on the Fundraising Committee for Family Promise of Hamilton County, a non-profit focused on serving homeless families.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs.

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. (join 10-15 minutes early to socialize and network) 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.

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    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.

  • February 9: Todd Richardson

    February 9: Todd Richardson

    Join us on Tuesday via Zoom to hear from Todd Richardson. Todd currently serves as the CEO of EDGE Mentoring. EDGE, founded by Jeff Simmons the CEO of Elanco, is one of the fastest-growing mentorship organizations in the country, designed to equip and accelerate whole-life excellence in leaders.

    A labor/employment and business attorney by trade, Todd began his career in private practice before becoming General Counsel and head of HR for the (then) fifth largest private residential real estate company in the U.S. Following his time in real estate, he served as EVP, Administration at ExactTarget, which was acquired by Salesforce.

    After ExactTarget, Todd went on to found, run, and consult with multiple companies, including Emplify (co-founder), Ntracts (CEO), and Cheetah Digital (Chief Administrative Officer).

    All are welcome at Rotary programs.

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. (join 10-15 minutes early to socialize and network) 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.

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    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.

  • February 2: Dr. Patrick Coleman

    February 2: Dr. Patrick Coleman

    Join us on Tuesday via Zoom to hear from Dr. Patrick Coleman. Patrick has been a member of the Rotary Club of Luanshya, Zambia, since 1993. He is married to Sherry Coleman – whom he introduced into Rotary in 1995 and married in 1997.

    A teacher by profession, Patrick serves as the Luanshya District Education Board Chairman, a trainer at Mobile Mission Maintenance Vocational Training Centre and is a trainer in both the Rotary Leadership Institute and Potential Rotary Leadership Seminars.

    The Colemans founded the Lighthouse Children’s Home Ministry helping to support 36 orphans and vulnerable children. They founded the Christian Resource Centre – library, correspondence Bible school and counselling centre.

    Patrick is a Director of Mission MedicAir, Mobile Mission Maintenance Zambia and is a member of the Board of Governors for Chengelo School in Mkushi, Zambia.

    Patrick has served on every committee of his Rotary Club and served as Rotary District 9210 Governor in 2006-2007 receiving the Governor’s Citation from Rotary International President Bill Boyd. He has served in several regional and zone committees and action groups including Zone 20A South Water & Sanitation Coordinator, Reach Out To Africa Water & Sanitation Coordinator, Rotary International representative to the Polio Technical Advisory Group Meeting – Lusaka 2011, HOC Member – Rotary Institute Livingstone, Rotary International Director Nominating Committee, GETS Trainer – Spouses and Assistant Rotary Coordinator. He served as Regional Rotary Foundation Coordinator – 2016-2019. He also serves as a Rotary Foundation Cadre and is member of the Programs of Scale Advisors.

    Patrick is currently the secretary and chair-elect of the Governors’ Council of Southern Africa and is a columnist for the Rotary Africa Magazine. He serves as a member of The Rotary Foundation Cadre and as a Member of the Rotary Foundation Community & Economic Development Major Gifts Initiative Committee.

    He serves on the boards of several Rotary Fellowships including Rotarians On The Internet (ROTI), Rotary Global History Fellowship (RGHF) and is the founding chairman of the new Beard and Mustache Appreciation Rotary Fellowship. In addition, he serves as an Ambassador – Southern Africa at WASH Rotary Action Group.

    In addition to several club and district level recognitions, Patrick is a recipient of the Rotary Service Above Self Award, the Four Avenues of Service Citation, Regional Service Award for a Polio Free World and The Rotary Foundation Citation for Meritorious service. He was also honored by US Ambassador to Zambia Eric Schultz with the Leadership Award from the US Bureau of Consular Affairs.

    Patrick is a tier-three Major Donor of The Rotary Foundation, TRF Benefactor and a member of the Bequest Society of The Rotary Foundation.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs.

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. (join 10-15 minutes early to socialize and network) 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.

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    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.

  • January 26: Jeff Simmons

    Join us on Tuesday via Zoom to hear from Jeff Simmons the president and chief executive officer of Elanco Animal Health. A global leader with a 66-year track record of growth, Elanco provides comprehensive products and knowledge services to improve animal health, welfare and food animal production with 200 brands in 90 countries.

    As the head of Elanco for the past decade, Simmons has directed the company’s transformation from a primarily US feed additive company to a premier global player with a diversified business. During Simmons’ tenure Elanco has quadrupled in size, created a unique innovation engine, completed 13 acquisitions, and built five new businesses, including a $1 billion companion animal business, and a leading aquaculture business. In 2018, Simmons navigated the company’s separation from Eli Lilly and Company, culminating with Elanco’s listing on the New York Stock Exchange as an independent public company solely dedicated to animal health. Most recently, he has orchestrated the industry’s largest acquisition to date with the completion of Elanco’s purchase of Bayer Animal Health.

    In his 30 years with the company, Simmons has held an array of roles, from sales and marketing to R&D across multiple continents. In these roles, Simmons gained a new perspective on food, agriculture and companionship that has sparked a deep conviction for the power of healthy animals. Healthier animals are the key to solving some of the world’s most pressing issues, such as food security and nutrition, human health and well-being, and environmental sustainability. Animals are the x-factor the world has been looking for – the game-changing variable that will unlock solutions to these seemingly disconnected issues of physical, mental and environmental health. The Elanco team is purpose-driven, chasing a vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life.

    Simmons brings his passions for food security and enabling leaders to life daily through his pursuits with Hatch™ and Edge Mentoring. As the co-founder of Hatch, Simmons and the team have created a unique, donation-free model to deliver sustained food security through eggs to food banks across the country. Simmons also founded Edge Mentoring, one of the fastest-growing mentorship organizations in the country, designed to equip and accelerate whole-life excellence in leaders.

    Simmons has also held a number of leadership positions, including serving as a former board member and chairman of the compensation committee for Chiquita Brands. He has completed terms as president of the Health for Animals, chairman of the FFA Foundation Board and as a board member of Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs.

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. (join 10-15 minutes early to socialize and network) 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.

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    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.

  • January 9: Ron Brumbarger

    January 9: Ron Brumbarger

    Join us on Tuesday via Zoom to hear from Ron Brumbarger the Founder and CEO of Apprentice University. After years of trying to hire ready talent from amongst recent college graduates for his business, Ron decided to invest in his own. Apprentice University was originally created to alleviate a talent shortage in the technology industry but has expanded to a diverse community of professionals and students.

    Ron is a serial entrepreneur, author and “education disrupter.” He is the former President & CEO of Bitwise Solutions. Ron has started numerous businesses, virtual charter schools and private education organizations.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs.

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. (join 10-15 minutes early to socialize and network) 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.

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    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.

  • January 12: Brian Tabor

    January 12: Brian Tabor

    Join us on Tuesday via Zoom to hear from Brian Tabor the President of the Indiana Hospital Association, which represents the interests of approximately 170 Indiana hospitals. The association is the chief advocate for hospitals and their patients, representing their interests with the State of Indiana, the federal government, the business community, regulatory agencies, accrediting bodies, and other stakeholders. 

    Prior to joining IHA in 2008 as vice president, Mr. Tabor worked in various policy roles for the Indiana General Assembly and in government relations for the Indiana Association of REALTORS®. He currently serves on several governing boards, including Covering Kids & Families of Indiana, the Indiana Health Information Exchange, the Sycamore School, and the Indiana Fiscal Policy Institute. Mr. Tabor graduated from Purdue University with a B.A. in political science and an M.S. in agricultural economics.
     All are welcome at Rotary programs.

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

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    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.  

  • January 6: Sherry Seiwert

    January 6: Sherry Seiwert

    Join us on Tuesday via Zoom to hear from Sherry Seiwert the President of Downtown Indy, Inc. Sherry joined Downtown Indy, Inc. (DII) as the President in August of 2012. DII is a not-for-profit, civic organization strategically focused on developing, managing, marketing and activating Downtown Indianapolis. In 2020, Sherry formed a business ownership and civic leadership coalition named the Downtown Recovery Committee to stabilize and commence the recovery of Downtown Indianapolis amidst the ongoing COVID-19 global pandemic.

    Prior to joining DII, Sherry served nearly eight years as the Executive Director for the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority for the State of Indiana.

    For the past 25 years Sherry has served in leadership roles including working as an administrator for the City of Indianapolis as well as Program Director for the Local Initiatives Support Corporation.

    Sherry currently serves on several boards including the International Downtown Association, Corporation for Supportive Housing, the Economic Club of Indiana, the Indianapolis Housing Authority, and has provides ongoing leadership to the Coalition for Homeless Intervention and Prevention.

    Sherry is a lifetime resident of Indianapolis and a graduate of Indiana University. She and her husband Andy have a college-aged daughter, Katy.

    All are welcome at Rotary programs.

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. (join 10-15 minutes early to socialize and network) 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
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    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.

  • See You Next Year!

    See You Next Year!

    Our office will operate on modified hours over the next few weeks and please note there will be no Rotary meetings on December 22 or December 29. We look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday, January 5 on Zoom!

    Our next two meetings:

    • January 5: Sherry Seiwert, President, Downtown Indy
    • January 12: Brian Tabor, President, Indiana Hospital Association

    Have a wonderful and safe holiday season!

  • December 15: Annual Holiday Program

    December 15: Annual Holiday Program

    Join us next Tuesday on Zoom for our Holiday Program featuring Pavel Polanco-Safadit and Leah Crane. The Past Presidents Chorus in collaboration with the Indianapolis Children’s Choir will regale us with their singing, and you will hear from organizations around the world that have benefited from the Indianapolis Rotary Foundation.

    Throughout the program there will be special opportunities to raise money for our Indianapolis Rotary Foundation. There will even be Indiana Pacers suite tickets available and the proceeds will go to the Foundation. Thanks to Rotarian Kevin Bower with Pacers Sports and Entertainment for his help in securing this unique experience. 

    Donate to the Indianapolis Rotary Foundation


    Don’t forget to order your holiday centerpieces donated by Tiffany Wesseler from Eagledale Florist by Friday. 100% of the funds collected are donated to the Indianapolis Rotary Foundation. You can order your centerpiece here. We look forward to seeing everyone online on Tuesday!

    All are welcome at Rotary programs.

    To join our meeting via Zoom starting at 12:15 p.m. (join 10-15 minutes early to socialize and network) 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. 

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    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 Meet Virtually Through January 2021

    Out of an abundance of caution and to keep our members healthy and safe, our regular Tuesday meetings through January  will be conducted via Zoom. Zoom details below. If participating in a Rotary sponsored event we ask that you abide by the state and county guidelines.

    Thank you for your flexibility, patience, and grace as we continue to navigate this rapidly changing situation.

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