Speakers

Says Paul  "This would be the Centennial committee presentation briefly updating the work of the committee followed by 9 two-minute outlines from each of the project leads. The goal of the exercise is to really begin to generate excitement about our plans, energize fundraising efforts (I am hoping for 100% participation from Rotarians no matter how much the give) and increase engagement in the projects and related activities."

Update on Club matters and fellow ship - Possible member  classification  talk.

Shyra Barberstock – Co-Founder, Okwaho Equal Source

As President and Chief Executive Officer of Okwaho Equal Source, Shyra plays a pivotal role as ambassador and external relations specialist for her company. An academic at heart, Shyra is currently pursuing her PhD in Geography and Planning at Queen’s University, with a research focus on Indigenous social innovation and community building. With a wealth of knowledge in Indigenous economic development and entrepreneurship, Shyra plays an integral role in Indigenous corporate leadership, education, research, and Indigenous relations consulting for Okwaho Equal Source. Shyra is Anishinaabe and a proud member of Kebaowek First Nation in Kipawa, Quebec.

Okwaho Equal Source Inc.

Okwaho Equal Source is a highly sought-after global leader and change agent in Indigenous-inspired social innovation, social enterprise, social finance, and social procurement models in Canada and Australia. Okwaho Equal Source’s mission is to fuel social, economic, and environmental impact via the Indigenous empowerment and inclusion of diverse entrepreneurs and Indigenous-owned enterprises. With global headquarters in Canada and Australia, the company has elevated its global network and consultancy status to include an impressive cadre of seasoned academic, community, environmental and industry advisors and professionals from Canada, the United States, Australia and New Zealand. Okwaho Equal Source is proudly 100% Indigenous owned and operated. 

Julia Patelli and her friend have proposed the founding of a Rotaract Club at their HighSchool.  They have a teacher who is willing to be the Rotary representative and supervisor and our Club is being asked to be the sponsoring Club.  

Julia wrote to us:  

Kraig  directs  programming and development teams at WPBS, the PBS station serving Northern New York and Eastern Ontario for 60+ years. He says "Over 70% of our viewers and donors are Canadian and so this would be a great opportunity to meet an important segment of our audience.

Our mission is to be the trusted media source for lifelong education, entertainment, and information to our two-nation region through quality content, partnerships, and service that inspires those we serve.

My presentation is 15-minutes and gives a brief history of the station, station operations, and a review of our strategic plan. I’m also interested in hearing feedback from your Club members as you are leaders in the community.

I look forward to learning how, together, we can make a transformational impact on the communities we serve"

Update on Club matters and fellow ship - Possible member  classification  talk.

Update on Club matters and fellow ship - Possible member  classification  talk.  Update on Theater Night sales.

Update on Club matters and fellow ship - Possible member  classification  talk.

Fellowship and member classification talk. Possible Sept. 11 memorial related guest speaker.