Rotaract at Northern Michigan University

Sarah Diller - Research-Based Strategies for Membership Growth

Part 1 We interview Sarah Diller - Regional Membership Development Officer with Rotary International about what she's learned from working with clubs and districts on membership growth. It is a conversation loaded with practical insights to promote growth and member retention. Sarah shared a number of helpful resource links, which we've included below.  Part 2 We learn more about Sarah and how she ended up working with Rotary International. Resource Links * Hosting a Prospective Member Event [https://my.rotary.org/document/hosting-prospective-member-event] * Finding People to Invite: A Prospective Member Exercise [https://my.rotary.org/document/finding-new-club-members-prospective-member-exercise] * Managing Prospective Member Inquiries [https://my.rotary.org/learn?deep-link=https%3A//learn.rotary.org/members/learn/courses/2597/managing-prospective-member-inquiries/lessons] * Rotary Club Health Check [https://my.rotary.org/document/rotary-club-health-check] * Membership Assessment Tools [https://my.rotary.org/document/membership-assessment-tools] * ...and additional resources can be found at www.rotary.org/membership [http://www.rotary.org/membership]

Scott Foster - Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Part 1 We talk with Scott Foster about the Dolly Parton Imagination Library and the role that the Rotary Club of Eagle River has played in getting the program going in Vilas County. The Imagination Library program mails one age-appropriate book each month to any family that signs up from birth to five years old. A great way for clubs to work with partners such as libraries and schools to promote literacy in their communities. Part 2 We learn about Scott's background, how he joined Rotary, and his Rotary journey.  Resource Lins * Dolly Parton's Imagination Library [https://imaginationlibrary.com/] * Imagination Library Impact Model and Research [https://imaginationlibrary.com/news-resources/research/]  * News story about Imagination Library launching in Vilas County [https://vcnewsreview.com/stories/dolly-partons-imagination-library-launching-in-vilas-county,319135]

Rotaract at Northern Michigan University

Part 1 We talk with people involved with Rotaract Club at Northern Michigan University - Paul Hein, Liaison from the Rotary Club of Marquette Harbor; Carol Johnson, Faculty Advisor; and Halle Johnson, student and club Vice President. Listen and learn how the club got started, what attracted students join and what they get out of membership, the challenge of sustaining a club amidst student turn-over, and how the club is benefiting its community while creating a valuable experience for its members. Part 2 We learn more about Paul, Carol, and Halle. Resource Links * Rotaract NMU Instagram Page [https://www.instagram.com/nmurotaract/] * Information about Rotaract [https://www.rotary.org/en/get-involved/rotaract-clubs] on Rotary International website * Tips for Starting a Rotaract Club on a College Campus [https://www.rotary.org/en/tips-starting-rotaract-club-college-campus]

Rich Lepping - A Life Lesson in Vocational Service

In this interview, we learn about Rich Lepping and how he has been applying the skills and experience gained through his successful career as a successful Taco Bell franchisee to leading the Rotary Club of Lakewood (Minocqua). Rich's story is a great example not only of how to live out Rotary's 2nd Avenue of Service (Vocational Service) in the world, but how to translate business experience to club leadership.  Resource Links Helpful article [https://rotary7070.org/stories/january-2021-is-vocational-service-month] on history and purpose of Rotary's 2nd Avenue of Service - Vocational Service

Rotary Club of Escanaba - Vino at the Casino Keeps Getting Better

Part 1 As District Governor, I (Chuck) travelled to Escanaba to volunteer for their Vino at the Casino fundraiser. I took away at least three great ideas and a huge amount of respect for the team that put on such a fun and profitable event. In the first part of the interview Club President Sarah Slagstad and event leader Dough Leisenring talk about their club, Vino at the Casino, and what they do to make the event better and more successful every year. You will get some great ideas from this podcast, we're certain.   Part 2 We get to know Sarah and Doug as they talk about their careers and Rotary experiences.