• March 27: Rick Fuson, President & COO, Pacers Sports and Entertainment

    Bankers Life Fieldhouse is the home of our own Indiana Pacers. But behind the scenes, the Fieldhouse is an incredible asset that can shift from a basketball court one week to a magical Disney ice rink the next and then play host to a monster truck rally the next, only to showcase complicated stages for the biggest names in music. What does it take to manage all of this? Learn more about the behinds the scenes operations from Pacers Sports and Entertainment President/COO Rick Fuson on Tuesday, March 27.

    A graduate of Indiana University and a life-long resident of Indianapolis, he joined the staff of Market Square Arena in 1984 as director of special events and was promoted the following year to vice president. Fuson helped oversee the Pacers’ move to Bankers Life Fieldhouse in September 2000 and in September 2014 he became President/COO.

    Through the years, Fuson has been active in pursuing major events for the Fieldhouse and the City of Indianapolis. From his time as Co-Chair of the 2012 Super Bowl Village Committee to his recent effort to bring the 2021 NBA All Star Game to Indianapolis, he is dedicated to building sport in Indianapolis.  He is also on the Board of Directors for Central Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP), Indianapolis Urban League, Indy Public Safety Foundation, Indy Chamber and Visit Indy. He is an Advisor to the Indiana Sports Corporation Board of Directors and currently serves as Chair of the Pacers Foundation.

  • March 20: Elaine Bedel, President, Indiana Economic Development Corporation

    March 20: Elaine Bedel, President, Indiana Economic Development Corporation

    We welcome our very own member and Past President Elaine Bedel as speaker at the Tuesday, March 20 meeting. The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) was established in 2005 in order to respond quickly to the needs of businesses. The public-private organization is led by Indiana Secretary of Commerce Jim Schellinger and IEDC President Elaine Bedel and governed by a 15-member board of directors – chaired by Governor Eric J. Holcomb. In her presentation, Elaine will discuss the IEDC’s economic development activities, including performance-based tax credits, workforce training grants, innovation and entrepreneurship resources, and talent attraction and retention efforts. For more information about the IEDC, visit www.iedc.in.gov.

    Prior to serving the state in her current role, Elaine served as president, chief executive officer and chief compliance officer of Bedel Financial Consulting Inc., a role held since she founded the company in 1989. Throughout her career, Bedel has been recognized for dedication to her profession and her community. A graduate of Hanover College who earned an MBA from Butler University, she was inducted into the Indiana Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2016 and was recognized as the 2015 Women Business Owner of the year by the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). Bedel was also the recipient of the ROAR Award (Rotary Outstanding Achievement Recognition) in 2017. We can’t wait to hear from her at the podium again.

  • New Board of Directors Announced

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis is proud to announce our recently elected Board of Directors who will serve two terms from July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2020. We look forward to their leadership!

    Katie Abernathy

    Ken File

    Andrea Geiger

    Ryan Goodwin

    Jannett Keesling

    Tracey Danner-Odenwelder

    Lisa Rollings

     

  • Save the Date for these Fantastic Programs so you can EXCITE, ENGAGE and EVOLVE with Rotary!

    Save the Date for these Fantastic Programs so you can EXCITE, ENGAGE and EVOLVE with Rotary!

    The Rotary Club of Indianapolis prides itself on bringing incredible speakers to our Tuesday programs. Each week, for just $25, you walk away enriched and energized!  We meet every Tuesday at Ivy Tech Culinary Conference Center at 2820 N. Meridian Street.  Our lunch buffet opens at 11:45 and always ends by 1:15. Tables of eight for just $200 can be reserved by emailing Jamie Stahl.

    The line up for the remaining Rotary year is almost complete and we’re happy to share that we’ll be sending you off with a bang.June 19- Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett
    June 26- Celebration Dinner in evening, no lunch meeting

  • March 13: Tony Mason President and CEO, Indianapolis Urban League

    Join us on Tuesday, March 16 when we welcome Tony Mason, a leader with a passion for service. After earning his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Miami University of Ohio, Tony went on to take leadership positions at preeminent organizations such as Circle City Classic, the Super Bowl Host Committee, and trueU. Now as President and CEO of the Indianapolis Urban League, Tony leads their mission to assist African-Americans, other minorities and disadvantaged individuals to achieve social and economic empowerment.

    Tony is also active in the community and is a member of the Indiana Youth Institute’s Board of Directors and he serves on committees with the United Way of Central Indiana, the Greater Indianapolis Progress Committee, the Race Cultural Relations Leadership Network, the African American Coalition of Indianapolis, LISC 2020 Great Places, the Indy Chamber’s Central Indiana Regional Economic Development Plan, and the Indiana Sports Corporation. His action in the community certainly aligns with Rotary and we can’t wait to have him speak. Guests always welcome.

  • March 13: Board of Directors Election

    March 13: Board of Directors Election

    Nick Reich, Secretary, Rotary Club of Indianapolis

    As Club Secretary, I am excited to announce the official start of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis Board of Directors election process. On March 13 we will elect seven new directors who will serve a two year term. Candidate info forms are available for review by clicking here.

    Rotary members in good standing are eligible to vote via absentee ballot or in person on March 13.  Download the Absentee Ballot here.

    Completed forms can be emailed to Kelly Tingle. You can also email the names of the seven individuals you choose to Kelly Tingle. It is important that you identify yourself in that email or your vote will not count. Absentee voting must be complete by 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13.

    Our Board of Directors helps set the tone, vision and even character of our club for years to come. Thank you in advance for participating in the election and ensuring we have continued outstanding leadership.

  • March 6: 2018 Hubs and Spokes, Presentation of Candidates

    March 6: 2018 Hubs and Spokes, Presentation of Candidates

    Back in November, a Nominating Committee made up of almost 20 tenured & engaged Rotarians met to discuss who they think would make good board members. From this list of possible board members, individuals were contacted and asked if they wanted to run for the board- 14 members said yes, 7 will be elected to represent Rotary on the Board of Directors.

    Those 14 people running for the Board of Directors have been divided up into two teams- the “Hubs” and “Spokes.” (A play on the Rotary gear that is our logo.)  Each team will present for 15 minutes on Tuesday, March 6 to showcase candidates. For more information about candidates, please click here.

    Any Rotarian who is current on their dues can vote for up to 7 board members on March 13.  Absentee (email) ballots will be available beginning on March 6 as well. (instructions forthcoming on that- watch your email inboxes.) You DO NOT have to vote strictly along “Hubs” and “Spokes” lines- you can pick and choose any seven individuals from the list of 14.

  • February 27: Baljit Oberoi Sikh Satang of Indianapolis

    February 27: Baljit Oberoi Sikh Satang of Indianapolis

    Join us on February 27 to learn something new! Sikhs have lived in the United States for over 125 years, but are often misunderstood and subjects of mistaken identity. Sikhs are the follower of a faith which originated in Northern part of India more than 500 years ago. In this presentation, we will explore brief history of Sikhs, their beliefs and learn about the community, which includes about 2,500 Sikh families in Indianapolis.

    Speaker Baljit Oberoi is a project management consultant at Roche. He has an MS in Computer Science from Purdue University and an MBA from Purdue University.

  • March Membership Mania Tournament

    During March, the Rotary Club of Indianapolis is hosting our first ever March Membership Mania Tournament!

    We have planned special events to showcase the Best of Rotary during March. If you have been interested in ramping up your Rotary engagement, now is the time! All events require advance registration, but are free to attend. Below are the links to our special events. We look forward to March and helping our club excite, engage and evolve!

    March 6
    Wings and Conversation with Sports Writer Terry Hutchens
    Hutch has been writing about sports and IU Basketball for 20 years and is syndicated in 13 newspapers.
    Punch Bowl Social, 4-5:30 p.m.
    Register at https://marchmaniawings.eventbrite.com (limited space available)

    March 7
    Celebrity H-O-R-S-E Tournament
    Join local personalities for this BIG fun networking and social event.  Winner of the tournament will receive $500 for their favorite charity.
    Hinkle Fieldhouse, 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
    Register at https://marchmaniahorse.eventbrite.com

    March 17
    Basketball Court Refresh- Service Project
    Families welcome at this service project to improve this community asset.
    Bethel Park Family Center, 10 a.m. – Noon
    Register at https://marchmaniaservice.eventbrite.com

    March 27
    Coffee Q&A with Hat World Founder Scott Molander
    Join us and walk away knowing a little more about Scott’s Hat World story, business acquisitions and perhaps create a networking connection with someone in the room.
    Spoke and Steele at Le Meridien Hotel, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
    Register at https://marchmaniacoffee.eventbrite.com.  (limited space available)

    March 29 
    Behind the Scenes at the Children’s Museum Sports Legends Experience
    This after-hours tour will showcase the amazing $35 million sports utopia opening next month. Adults only, please.
    Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
    Register at https://marchmaniamuseum.eventbrite.com (The event is full.)

  • February 20: Barry Collier Athletic Director, Butler University

    The Butler Way…demands commitment, denies selfishness, accepts reality, yet seeks improvement everyday while putting the team above self. What does the Butler Way mean and how has it developed overtime? Join Barry Collier for a discussion at Rotary on Tuesday, February 20 regarding the principles and history behind Butler University Athletic Department’s mission and how it is put in to action every day. He will discuss the importance of trust and how having a positive outlook can give meaning to everyday life. From recruiting student athletes, to hiring new employees, through the ever-changing environment of college athletics, one constant with Butler Athletics has been the Butler Way.

    Vice President and Director of Athletics Barry Collier has served at the helm of the Butler University athletic department since August of 2006. Collier oversees the school’s 20 NCAA Division I sports. He and his staff annually support 430+ student-athletes in their quest for achievement in the classroom, in athletic competition, and in community service. Prior to his move to athletics administration in 2006, Collier was a college basketball coach at seven different institutions. As Butler’s coach, Collier led the Bulldogs for 11 years and to six postseason campaigns. In 1997, Collier mentored the Bulldogs to an NCAA Tournament appearance, the school’s first in 35 years.