Events

Jobs, Growth and the AI Shift: What Leaders Need to Know

Robert Spendlove, Senior Economist at Zions Bank

Join us as Robert shares the current economic trends impacting the Utah Business Community and the US Economy.

Robert is the Senior Economist for Zions Bank. In this capacity he monitors and reports on economic indicators and public policy developments for the bank. Founded in 1873, Zions Bank is a division of Zions Bancorporation, which is one of the nation’s premier financial services companies and operates throughout much of the western United States. Robert's research interests are primarily in the areas of macroeconomics, demographics, financial markets and public policy. He frequently advises and briefs policymakers, as well as business and civic groups throughout the western United States. He is also regularly called on to give expert analysis in the media, through print, radio, and television. He is known for his insightful and understandable approach to explaining economic trends.

Please note venue - Brio Restaurant Downtown City Creek

Katharine Biele is a Salt Lake City native.  She has a Bachelorʼs degree in history from the University of Utah and a Masterʼs in Journalism from Northwesternʼs Medill School of Journalism. Katharine is the current President of the League of Women Voters of Utah. 

Join us as Katharine shares an update on the current political issues in the news and on the hill.

Katharine taught and studied in Hong Kong and Taiwan, where she worked as a stringer for Newsweek and NBC News as well as reported for a local English-language newspaper, the China Post. She worked for the Birmingham (Ala) Post Herald, the Ogden (Utah) Standard- Examiner, and now City Weekly.   She works on newsletters and websites for her church and her P.E.O. chapter. She is a founding parent of Salt Lake Arts Academy, and a board member for Amigos de las Americas-Salt Lake City, as well as past president of the Utah Womenʼs Forum and served as the youth director at St. Paulʼs Episcopal Church.

We invite every club member to be part of this important and exciting gathering as we celebrate our progress, shape our future, and strengthen our momentum together.

Facilitated by Don Weakley

During this meeting, we'll review our club's accomplishments, discuss our goals for the coming year, and explore our three-year strategic vision for continued growth and impact.

Agenda Highlights

• New Media & Membership Campaign — Introducing our newly formed Public Image Committee and plans to expand our reach and attract new members.
• Budget Vote — Review and approve the club's financial plan for the year ahead.
• Board Recognition & Welcome — Thank our outgoing board and committee members for their dedicated service and welcome our incoming leadership team anc committee chairs.

Over the past 24 months, our club has achieved remarkable progress and made a meaningful impact in our community. Now is the time to re-engage, contribute your ideas, and help us build on that success.

Your voice matters, and your participation makes our club stronger.

We look forward to seeing you there!

UTAH FOOD BANK

What:  Utah Food Bank

When:  Wednesday, August 12th

Time:  6-7:30 pm

Address:  3150 South 900 West, SLC, Ut

Our singing of 'Sweet Caroline' was such a hit, we have been invited back to assemble more food boxes for distribution.  We need 15 volunteers .  Join us for a fun-filled service project.  

Lesly Allen of the Salt Lake City Arts Council will meet us at the Beehive Brewery, 2245 So. W Temple, SLC, Ut on Saturday, September 12th from 10 am to noon for a walking tour of the murals painted on the side of business buildings from 2100 So. to 3300 So. along 300 West to Main.    We will learn about the murals, the artists, and the business community's  endorsement of this unique art form.   A link has been provided for you to register.  Your account will be charged based on the number of people you register.  Bring your spouse, friends, or family for this enlightening outing.  For those interested at the conclusion of our tour, we'll stop for a beverage at the Beehive Brewery.

The Arts Council charges $120/hr.  The cost for Rotarians will depend on the numbe of people that register.  For Example, if 15 people register, the cost will be $16/person.  

The women of Rotary are invited to Franci Gilmore's home on October 14, 2026, Wednesday, from 5:30 pm to 7 pm.  We will be stuffing Christmas stockings for Native American children who are located on four reservations througout Utah.  This is in connection to the Adopt a Native Elder program.  We anticipate stuffing 72 stockings for both boys and girls, preschool ages 4-6 years, and boys and girls ages 6-8.   We have a budget this year to cover the cost of the stocking items, so Franci and Judy have already been preparing for our event.

Franci's address is 165 South Skycrest Lane, SLC, Ut.  Phone:  801-243-1733, or Judy Fang, 801-.556-0943,   A light dinner will be served afterwards.  Please RSVP with the link below.  12 volunteers are needed. 

One of our most popular social events has been the Dine A Round.  This is a great way to become better acquainted with each other and our spouses in a small group setting.

We need 6-7 Rotarians willing to be a host home for a dinner during the week of October 26-30---you pick the day and time that is most convenient to your schedule.  Just specify how many people you can accommodate at your dinner.  This event will be in lieu of our Tuesday luncheon meeting during that week.  As such, the host/hostess may request a $40/person reimbursement to defray the costs of the dinner.  Menues need not be complicated.  The objective is to enjoy each other's company.

Please click below to register as a host/hostess' home.  Once host homes are identified, registration will open to the Club members for sign up.  Chairing this event:  Karmeen Kulharni, 801-574-5731, or Cindi Fullmer, 801-907-1747

Since June 2019, First Step House has operated Valor House, providing housing and services to Veytersns sufferingh mental or substanve abuse challenges.  Valor House operates  a 72 unit complex close to the VA hospital

Join us in celebrating and serving a Veterans Day luncheon on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.  8 volunteers are needed for set up at 11:30, and clean up afterwards.  Address:720 So. Valdex Dr in SLC, Ut   Questions?  Contact Judy Fang, 801-556-0943.  Contact at First Step House:  Jeanine Kunshek, 801-214-5321