I trust this finds you and yours well and you were able to enjoy Thanksgiving! I have so much to be grateful for - especially - the opportunity to engage our community and you with our work in Rotary for your fellowship, our community needs and international projects!
Restoring Hope and Dignity - Jan McConnell of The Painted Chair Project strives to prevent homelessness by creating first-ever homes for youth aging out of foster care and individuals or families emerging from homelessness after crisis or disaster by transforming their empty house into a warm, welcoming and uplifting home.
As a partner of the Milestone Youth Program supported by the Rotary Club of Salt Lake City the club obtained permission for some of the remaining project funds to be used in partnership with the Painted Chair Project to furnish the new apartments of graduates from the program.
"I’m joining Rotary to connect with people who are curious, engaged, and want to make a difference in their community.
I value authentic exchange, new perspectives, and opportunities to contribute my skills in communication and leadership. Rotary feels like a space where collaboration and integrity matter — that’s what draws me in.
I’m an entrepreneur with a deep interest in people, ideas, and how we grow through connection. My background combines psychology, communication, and the exploration of how humans and technology can strengthen each other. I love philosophy, music, and spending time in nature, and I’m endlessly curious — always studying something new. Outside of work I enjoy time with my family, investing, and learning to play new instruments."
Learn more about Bea's fascinating work at the intersection of Vision, Decision Architecture, and Human × AI thinking on her LinkedIn Page
Members In the Community. Justin Welker, Dignitary Memorial
Justin and colleagues decorated and donated a Christmas Tree to the Festival of Trees this year. As this was a work in progress, I think this merits recognition in the District Pause for a Purpose Initiative. All of our members have more than one passion. Please share your stories for inclusion in upcoming Rotary Bees. Let's share and learn about one another and possibly align around a project you are passionate about and fits the mission of Rotary.
Thanks to everyone who came to enjoy a relaxed holiday dinner as we welcome in the holidays. Getting to know one another a little better and being a wee bit competitive during the White Elephant Game. There were some pretty sweet gifts swiped before they were taken out of play. Whoever was the final winner of the Grizzlies Game Tickets and goodies? Paul briefly shared an update about his Cambodia trip. It was a lovely evening.
Gene, Paula Fellingham and husband Gilbert, Peggy and Jeff Hatch, Mike and Sheila Deputy
It was lovely to see Quinn McKay. His family Rebecca and Jay brought him to the party following an invite by Paul Stringham. Kevin Mack, Michael Nebeker and Kim Stringham.
New Members Beate Lauf, Rachel Benator & Mike Delzotti with Tom Thatcher his daughter Stacey, Cindy Fullmer and son Jeff.
Doesn't Kristy look lovely in that blue! Scott Rosenbush, Cindy Zimmerman, Charlie and Nanci McLeskey, David Waldman and Bryn Morrison, Taylor and Angela Bottom, Glen Lambert.
Walt and his lovely wife, Maggy, Roger and Kay, Duane and Glenda Millard, Mark and Laurel Taylor, David and Katherine Broadbent. What a power table!
Steve Boekholder brought the largest wrapped gift of night with family in attendance. Joe and Collyn Hillstead. Roger McQueen and Bob Whitaker were flying solo.
Cindy Fullmer, showing unwrapped gift.
Bryn showing off box of fresh macarons. Stolen a few times!
Linda Bonar and hubbie John Stratton, Rajiv and Karmeen Kulkarni, Rosie and Aman Chadha with President Elect, Don Weakley and his lovely wife Julie spending time with past president Shahab and Jan Saeed.
End of Year Review & Member Information
Have you changed an email, phone number or address. Now is the time to update your information and member profile. Rotary International uses this information to invoice us and update their database. Please complete any updates by Dec 30 or contact Jacqui.
Upcoming survey
In the coming weeks keep an eye on your email for a member survey. It will be brief, we promise. Share your thoughts, new ideas and provide feedback as we plan for 2026 and next year's committee and program activities. The more we hear from you the more we can learn, adapt and pivot.
Rotary Learning Center
Have you ever logged in to My Rotary and seen the incredibly rich resource of learning tools? From Change Management to How to plan a Rotary Grant. There are tools for every facet of membership, professional development and project planning.
You will need your log in and user id to access. If you need help contact My Rotary or Jacqui and they will walk you through resetting or initiating your My Rotary id. This is different than your Club Runner id but can be set to both be the same.
Take a quick course or dive deep into a 10-course program. The options are endless.
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