BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bbrc.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240816T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240816T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240718T184008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T184008Z UID:60069-1723792500-1723797000@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Human Rights Movement in China” via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Dr. Wen Chen – Activist\nAmnesty International\nThe Chinese authority has arrested millions of citizens for their spiritual beliefs or political views. These prisoners of conscience have been tortured\, forced to do slave labor\, and killed for their organs. While it takes several years in the U.S. to wait for matching organs\, most Chinese hospitals promise to find donors within weeks. Audiences will also hear about the Chinese government’s influence in the U.S.\, the awakening of Chinese people through innovations to bypass China’s Internet blockade\, and the trend of quitting the Chinese Communist Party. \nAbout the Speaker\nWen was born in China at the end of the Great Cultural Revolution. Being victims of the horrific atrocity that killed two million intellectuals and destroyed traditional Chinese culture\, Wen’s parents had mixed feelings about her education. Despite their discouragement\, Wen eventually won a national prize at a science competition when she was 16. Hence\, she was accepted into a top university for undergraduate study. In 1994\, Wen came to the U.S. for graduate school and received a doctorate in Biology at the California Institute of Technology in 2000. Because of her personal experience of being brainwashed in China\, she decided to be a voice for the voiceless. Since 2012\, she has given over 200 presentations to community organizations about Chinese culture\, history\, and human rights.\nDr. Wen Chen has been working for Caltech since 2000 as a biologist and information scientist on genomics and biological research. Part of her everyday work is to speak at scientific conferences and seminars at universities like UC San Diego and Harvard Medical School. In her personal life\, she is an active member of the Amnesty International Chapter at Pasadena\, a board member for Caltech Women in Biology and Biological Engineering\, and a special event host for the Caltech Alumni Association. She lives in Pasadena with her husband and two daughters. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/human-rights-movement-in-china-via-zoom/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240809T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240809T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240731T200647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T200647Z UID:60071-1723187700-1723192200@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"My Entreprenurial Journey" DESCRIPTION:George Wu – Entrepreneur\nRepresenting himself\nGeorge will discuss his entrepreneurial journey while answering questions from BBRC member John Martinka. \nAbout the Speaker\nGeorge Wu is a local entrepreneur. He is also a supporter (sponsor) of BBRC’s “All in for Autism” walk/run. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/my-entreprenurial-journey/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240802T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240802T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240627T051034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T051034Z UID:60063-1722582900-1722587400@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"INSPIRATION FROM THE SEAT OF A MOTORCYCLE" DESCRIPTION:Dave Lovely – The Manic Nomad\nRotary\nWho doesn’t like stories about travel? In this presentation\, Dave focuses on life lessons that he learned or had reinforced over his past 10 years of traveling the world. Interesting stories from his travels that he accumulated are used to highlight those lessons in a way that they can be applied to oneself to make it through life happier and more fulfilled. A few of the life lessons you’ll hear about include compassion\, challenging oneself\, and appreciation. All the life lessons presented correlate to the essence of being a Rotarian. \nAbout the Speaker\nDave Lovely was born and raised in Olympia\, graduating from Olympia High School. One year was spent as an exchange student in Japan. He obtained a B.A. from the International Christian University in Tokyo\, Japan majoring in Business Administration. Many years later he obtained an M.B.A. from the University of Washington. \nMost of Dave’s working career was in the travel industry. He ran a cruise-only travel agency\, worked as Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines’ International Sales Director for Asia\, founded a software company that developed travel agency-focused software\, and was the Director of Cruise Product for Expedia. \nDave has been a Rotarian off and on for the past 38 years\, having been a member of 6 different clubs in 4 Rotary districts. His primary interest in Rotary is the Rotary Youth Exchange program. \nHe has lived as a resident in Japan\, Canada\, and most recently Argentina. He speaks fluent Japanese and is working hard to get better at Spanish. He has 2 grown daughters\, 4 grandchildren and is married to his Argentinian wife. \nIn 2014\, Dave quit his job\, transformed into The Manic Nomad\, and started his quest to travel to every country in the world. To date he has visited 153 countries\, of which over 100 have been on his motorcycle. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/inspiration-from-the-seat-of-a-motorcycle/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240726T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240726T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240703T041816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T041816Z UID:60065-1721978100-1721982600@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Behind the Scenes: A Look at Our Exceptional Medic One Emergency Medical System" DESCRIPTION:Kim Duncan Martin – Executive Director\nMedia One Foundation\nAfter 54 years\, Seattle and King County are still the best places in the world to have a heart attack. Medic One Foundation staff will provide a behind-the-scenes look at how our emergency medical system works\, the critical elements for its lifesaving success\, how citizens are an important link in the chain of survival\, and the role the Medic One Foundation plays in supporting Medic One’s success.\nThe Medic One Foundation is a local nonprofit dedicated to saving lives by improving pre-hospital emergency care. By funding Medic One paramedic training\, targeted research\, equipment for fire departments\, and CPR/AED and First Aid training for civilians\, the Foundation is a major reason why our region’s paramedics and firefighters achieve a survival rate for sudden cardiac arrest that is two times greater than the national average. \nAbout the Speaker\nKim Duncan Martin\, Executive Director of the Medic One Foundation\, is a seasoned leader dedicated to improving emergency care. With over two decades of experience in healthcare and nonprofits\, including roles at Providence and Evergreen Health Foundations\, Kim’s expertise is unparalleled.\nKim’s involvement with the Medic One Foundation began in 2000 as the Director of Finance and Philanthropy\, where she played a pivotal role in steering the organization’s financial and fundraising endeavors. Her strategic guidance encompassed vital areas such as accounting\, budgeting\, human resources\, donor acquisition\, events and program management.\nSince assuming the role of Executive Director in February 2021\, Kim has led the Medic One Foundation to new heights. Under her leadership\, the foundation has expanded its program services to include CPR/AED training and EMT scholarships\, and led the Foundation to significant increases in contributions\, surpassing previous levels of support.\nKim’s strategic vision and commitment to excellence drive her efforts to help build healthier communities through enhanced emergency care. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/behind-the-scenes-a-look-at-our-exceptional-medic-one-emergency-medical-system/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240719T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240719T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240624T174744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T175002Z UID:60059-1721373300-1721377800@bbrc.net SUMMARY:“Embracing Service Above Self” via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Sheldon Sweeney – President (2024-25)\nBellevue Breakfast Rotary ClubBellevue Breakfast Rotary Club is run by a team\, which includes all of us. Find out more about the Directors of BBRC and the Program Chairs as well as the duties of the various committees. Sheldon will introduce the Directors and they will share the scope of their area(s) of responsibility. \nAbout the Speaker\nSheldon Sweeney is our newly installed BBRC President for 2024-25. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/embracing-service-above-self-via-zoom/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240712T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240712T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240624T172354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T172354Z UID:60055-1720768500-1720773000@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Building a World-class Aquarium in our Region" DESCRIPTION:Robert W. (Bob) Davidson – President & CEO\nSeattle Aquarium\nSeattle’s waterfront is undergoing a once-in-a-generation transformation into a family-friendly destination for all of us. At its heart is the Seattle Aquarium’s new Ocean Pavilion\, opening this year. Join Aquarium President and CEO Bob Davidson for a virtual tour of this amazing new space—and learn how this project will benefit our entire region and our shared marine environment. \nAbout the Speaker\nRobert W. (Bob) Davidson became president and CEO of the newly nonprofit Seattle Aquarium in 2010\, after serving as CEO of the Seattle Aquarium Society from 2002. Davidson guided the Aquarium’s successful transition to nonprofit management\, including negotiation of the Aquarium’s operating agreement with the City in 2009. He also played a key role in the $41.5-million public/private New Currents Aquarium expansion in 2007\, which made Seattle the country’s ninth-largest aquarium by attendance. Before joining the Aquarium\, Davidson was a leader in the $40-million project to revitalize Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo as co-initiator of Mayor Royer’s Zoo Commission\, board president of the Woodland Park Zoological Society and executive director/CEO of the Zoo. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/building-a-world-class-aquarium-in-our-region/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240705T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240705T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240624T173005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T173107Z UID:60056-1720163700-1720168200@bbrc.net SUMMARY:No meeting today! DESCRIPTION:Enjoy celebrating the – Fourth of July\nand the weekend!Our next meeting is Friday\, July 12th with a presentation on the new Seattle Aquarium by their President and CEO Bob Davidson. \nAbout the Speaker\nHope to see you there. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/no-meeting-today-5/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240629T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240629T190000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240605T043848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T043942Z UID:60048-1719682200-1719687600@bbrc.net SUMMARY:Rotating the Wheels 2024 DESCRIPTION:Rotating the Wheels 2024 \n\n\n\nFilipino Feast for Fun-Loving Folks! \n\n\n\nPlease join us to say farewell to Ruben Ladlad and welcome to Sheldon Sweeney as President of the Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club \n\n\n\nLocation: Newport Shores Yacht Club-upper VerandaWhen: Saturday June 29\, 2024 at 5:30 pmEntry fee: $35 –  goes up to $45 on June 21.  Sign up soon! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood: Authentic Filipino food and refreshments \n\n\n\nAttire? You may dress in the most colorful\, happy\, celebratory clothes that you have.  Think sandy beaches\, palm trees\, exotic fish\, sunshine! \n\n\n\nFor questions\, please contact Kit Bowerman at 425-830-0328. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Rotating the Wheels 2024\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Event Ticket Quantity(Required)\n \n \n Price:\n $45.00\n \n \n Quantity \n 28 items available.Offset Payment Fees?\n \n \n Yes! I will offset the payment processing fees.\n \n \n \n No\, not this time. The fees will be deducted from the event profits.\n Credit Card Fees\n \n \n Price:\n $0.00\n \n \n \n Total\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://bbrc.net/event/rotating-the-wheels-2024/ LOCATION:Newport Yacht Club\, 81 Skagit Key\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98006\, United States CATEGORIES:Social Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240628T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240628T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240528T183040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T183233Z UID:60040-1719558900-1719563400@bbrc.net SUMMARY:No Meeting Today DESCRIPTION:Our Rotating the Wheel event will be Saturday\, June 29 at\nNewport Shores Yacht ClubThis is a party to thank BBRC President Ruben Ladlad (2023-24) for his service to BBRC from July 1\, 2023 thru June 30\, 2024. In addition\, we will be welcoming incoming BBRC President Sheldon Sweeney (2024-25) who will serve from July 1\, 2024 to June 30\, 2025! Please plan to join us! \nAbout the Speaker\nOur next regular Bellevue Breakfast Rotary meeting will be Friday\, July 12\, 2024. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/no-meeting-today-4/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240621T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240621T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240528T181349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T183427Z UID:60037-1718954100-1718958600@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Washington State Finances and Long-Term Policy" via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Mike Pellicciotti – Treasurer\nWashington StateMike Pellicciotti\, Washington State’s Treasurer will discuss his work improving the financial outlook for state and local governments\, as well as working families and retirees in Washington. Please note this is a Zoom meeting only! \nAbout the Speaker\nMike Pellicciotti (Pelleh-chee-otti) was elected the 24th Treasurer of Washington in 2020. As Washington’s chief financial officer\, Mike is dedicated to increasing government transparency\, protecting Washington’s financial health\, and leading policies that best serve our state’s working families and retirees.Before being elected State Treasurer\, Mike was an assistant attorney general and served North Pierce and South King Counties in the Washington House of Representatives. There he led efforts to increase penalties for corporate crime and get “dark money” out of politics.As State Treasurer\, Mike is leading good government reforms and policy proposals to reduce financial barriers for all Washingtonians. Last year he was selected as a Rodel Fellow\, the bipartisan recognition of America’s 24 most promising elected leaders.He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and received his Master’s in Rural Development as a United States Fulbright Scholar. His law degree is from Gonzaga University. Mike is a lifelong fan of Gonzaga Basketball. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/washington-state-finances-and-long-term-policy/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240614T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240614T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240527T052552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T052724Z UID:60034-1718349300-1718353800@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"The Importance of Israel to American Jews" DESCRIPTION:Daniel Weiner – Senior Rabbi\nTemple De Hirsch SinaiSenior Rabbi Daniel Weiner of Temple De Hirsch Sinai in Seattle and Bellevue will share an overview of why Israel is so vital to American Jews. In addition\, he is willing to answer questions about the current conflict. \nAbout the Speaker\nSenior Rabbi Daniel Weiner believes passionately in building Judaism for the 21st century and in healing the world through social justice. Temple De Hirsch Sinai has grown to more than 5000 members and 1\,600 families in two campuses in Seattle and Bellevue since he took charge in 2001.He has served congregations in Baltimore\, Maryland and Harrisburg\, Pennsylvania. His innovations in worship include producing “rabcasts” on video\, streaming services on the internet\, and leading a rock band in popular Rock Shabbat services. He tweets @rocknrabbidanny.Weiner and his team won the Union of Reform Judaism’s Fain Award for their campaign on gun responsibility. Rabbi Weiner’s efforts with other clergy contributed to the founding of the Washington Alliance for Gun Responsibility\, which drafted and helped pass a number of key initiatives\, placing Washington State at the forefront of efforts to reduce gun violence.He is part of the first cohort of Rukin Fellows for 18 Doors (formerly Interfaith Family.com)\, an organization dedicated to embracing and supporting couples and families from multi-heritage backgrounds.He has served on numerous boards\, including various committees of the Central Conference of American Rabbis\, chaired local rabbinic boards\, and served on multiple national boards of Jewish organizations. In 2023\, Rabbi Weiner was elected to the Board of Governors of the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion.Rabbi Weiner cherishes teaching as one of his most critical rabbinic roles. He has taught at various colleges and universities\, with a special emphasis on his role at Seattle University as instructor\, member of various advisory committees\, and a catalyser in the creation of the Center for Religious Wisdom and World Affairs.His rabbinate places a special emphasis on interfaith and ecumenical efforts\, working closely with the Episcopal and Catholic Dioceses\, and creating bonds of partnership and faith with local African American churches.His columns have appeared in The Seattle Times\, The Forward\, and Haaretz. Weiner wrote “Good God: Faith for the Rest of Us” about the dangerous polarization between fanatical faith and soulless secularism.Weiner is married to Cindy Tepper Weiner of Baltimore. They are the proud parents of Julia and Benjamin. He frequently enjoys the glorious climes of the Pacific Northwest while walking their black lab\, Sadie. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/the-importance-of-israel-to-american-jews/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240607T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240607T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240527T050041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T050041Z UID:60032-1717744500-1717749000@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Update on DECA for 2024" DESCRIPTION:Lori Hairston – Executive Director \nDECA Washington\nLori Hairston is the Executive Director for Washington DECA. This morning Lori will bring us up to date on DECA’s impact on Washington High School students as well as have some students that had success at the National Convention join her to share their presentations. \nAbout the Speaker\nLori Hairston is the Executive Director for Washington DECA. Lori is a strategic leader\, with twenty-nine years of experience in education. Her professional experiences include 16 years in Retail Management with Lamont’s\, 10 years on the board of the Washington Association of Marketing Educators\, and 12 years on the Washington DECA Board of Directors\, including 9 as Board Chair. Lori holds an MBA in Management and Strategy. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/update-on-deca-for-2024/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240531T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240531T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240416T184749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T042829Z UID:60018-1717139700-1717144200@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Playful Connection" DESCRIPTION:Bobby Hughes – Director\nAardvark Design Labs www.aardvarkdesignlabs.com\nWhat is the role of connection and play in design and innovation? How do we foster meaningful connections that go beyond surface-level? \n\nJoin us as we host\, Bobby Hughes\, director of Aardvark Design Labs\, who will introduce his work in human-centered design and help you find ways to connect more deeply with your friends\, colleagues\, and fellow Rotarians.\n\nAbout the Speaker\nBobby Hughes is an award-winning designer\, facilitator\, and director of Aardvark Design Labs. He uses playful facilitation to help people learn and apply human-centered design\, grow their ability to collaborate effectively\, and create ground-breaking products and services that people love.\n\nBobby has over 15 years of experience in design and innovation\, including having led design efforts at Kaiser Permanente and IDEO\, lectured and coached innovation at Stanford’s d.school\, and worked with clients including Nike\, Google\, and The Gates Foundation. Bobby has a BS in physics from the University of Washington and an MS in Engineering/Product Design from Stanford University. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/playful-connection/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240524T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240524T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240502T042828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T042828Z UID:60024-1716534900-1716539400@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"May Contain Tree Nuts": A Master Arborists Perspective on Arboriculture\, in General. DESCRIPTION:John Huddleston – Board Certified Master Arborist\nSavATree\nJohn Huddleston\, Resident Rotarian and Board Certified Master Arborist will explain the science of Arboriculture\, as he practices it. He will provide tips for what tree owners can do themselves to promote a healthy landscape\, and what they should leave to professionals like his team at SavATree. \nAbout the Speaker\nJohn Huddleston is a recent transplant to the Pacific Northwest from the mile high mountain community of Idyllwild\, above Palm Springs. He has been a tree enthusiast since a young child\, climbing to the tops of cedars to sway in the wind with the birds and squirrels. As a self-identified Lorax\, he began his career slowing the spread of pine bark beetles in the San Bernardino National Forest and became a Certified Arborist in 2006. During the financial crisis in ’08\, John relocated to Marin County\, CA to take on the virulent spread of Sudden Oak Death. It was here that he was mentored by the two very first Certified Arborists\, Mike Green and Dave Anderson\, as well as noteworthy PhD\, Tom Smiley\, who literally wrote the books on Arboriculture. John became a Board Certified Master Arborist in 2015\, and a Registered Consulting Arborist in 2017\, joining the ranks of less than 100 professionals in North America to hold both of these high credentials simultaneously.\nJohn married the love of his life\, his lovely wife April who is also a Certified Arborist\, in 2018. Together\, they were highly engaged in the community of Idyllwild\, and chose to join Idyllwild Rotary Club in 2022. They have two amazing children\, Odin\, aged 4\, and Lili\, aged 1. Although they will always hold Idyllwild dear in their hearts\, a constant threat of wildfire and a longing for a greener world inspired them to move the clan to Washington in January 2024. John is now a trusted tree advisor and residential sales Arborist for SavATree – Puget Sound. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/may-contain-tree-nuts-a-master-arborists-perspective-on-arboriculture-in-general/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240517T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240517T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240506T042555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T042932Z UID:60026-1715930100-1715934600@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Malaria Partners International - Scaling for Success” Today's program is Zoom only! DESCRIPTION:Jenny Andrews – Executive Director\nMalaria Partners International (MPI)Jenny Andrews will discuss Rotary’s increased focus on the scalability of Global Grants and how a few Global Grants in Zambia grew to the first Programs of Scale grant going to the $6 million Program of Scale and now to the $30 million Rotary Healthy Communities Challenge. \nMalaria Partners International Malaria Partners International is a Rotarian founded and led organization focusing on advocacy within the Rotary community and on projects and large-scale programs in the regions where malaria is most prevalent. Malaria Partners International works in close alignment with national malaria control programs in endemic countries and has established chapter organizations in Zambia\, Zimbabwe\, Uganda and ten West African countries. MPI’s mission is to ignite an international Rotarian campaign for the global eradication of malaria. Our vision is that malaria is eliminated worldwide. \nAbout the Speaker\nA Rotarian since 1991\, Jenny Andrews is the Executive Director of Malaria Partners International and has been working in the field of global health since 2007. She became interested in global health during her first trip to Ethiopia to vaccinate children against polio and has been involved with over a dozen Rotary service projects around the world. Prior to Malaria Partners International\, Jenny worked at PATH\, a global health firm focused on using innovations in technology to improve health around the world. In 1997\, Jenny co-founded a business called Verus which focused on technology in the US healthcare industry and was named one of Deloitte’s “Fast 500” in 2000 and Puget Sound Business Journal’s “Fastest Growing Companies” for three years running. Jenny graduated from Miami University with a degree in biology and University of Oregon with a master’s in business administration. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/malaria-partners-international-scaling-for-success-todays-program-is-zoom-only/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240510T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240510T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240404T210149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T211240Z UID:60007-1715325300-1715329800@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Washington's Efforts to Create the Nation's First Commission of Boys and Men" DESCRIPTION:Blair Daly and Valerie Tarico – Grassroots Advocates & Writers\nWashington Initiative for Boys and Men (WIBM)\nA growing bipartisan group of state legislators have been trying for three years to get a bill passed establishing a Washington Commission of Boys and Men. Blair Daly and Valerie Tarico\, leaders in the grassroots movement backing this effort\, will present the case for a government commission tasked with improving the well-being of Washington’s boys\, male youth\, and men. They’ll describe barriers to success so far and ideas for succeeding with this groundbreaking legislative effort going forward. Males in Washington are more likely to be homeless\, to die by suicide\, to overdose on drugs\, to end up in youth detention and prisons\, to fail to complete high school\, to lack a parent of the same sex in their house when growing up\, to lack access to their children when they are parents\, to be seriously injured or killed while earning money\, and they are underrepresented in some professions of public importance\, like teaching\, social work\, and mental healthcare. \nAbout the Speaker\nBlair Daly is the founder of Washington Initiative for Boys and Men (WIBM)\, which does advocacy journalism and grassroots political organizing focused on boys and men’s issues. WIBM initiated the grassroots campaign urging the legislature to create a state commission focused on improving the well-being of Washington’s boys\, male youth\, and men. A total of 14 legislators sponsored the bill in 2024\, which was the bill’s third year of falling short of getting a public hearing. Among the sponsors of the commission on boys and men bill\, over half are women\, and there are equal numbers of Democrats and Republicans. Blair grew up in Bellevue and played baseball and jazz drums at Newport High School. He holds a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Washington\, and for his day job he works on transportation programs for the City of Kirkland. \nValerie Tarico has a PhD in counseling psychology. She headed the Children’s Behavior and Learning Clinic at Seattle Children’s in Bellevue before opening a private practice focused on children and families and then transitioning to focus on writing and advocacy. She is a co-founder of the Progress Alliance of Washington and has served on nonprofit boards with a focus on broad\, durable prosperity and women’s health. It is through these roles that she has become increasingly concerned about the challenges facing young men and boys. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/washingtons-efforts-to-create-the-nations-first-commission-of-boys-and-men-1/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240503T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240503T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240419T201413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T201745Z UID:60019-1714720500-1714725000@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Still Doing what he Loves after 20 Years!" (Offsite location) DESCRIPTION:Joe Fugere – Founder / Owner\nTutta Bella This morning Joe Fugere will speak on Tutta Bella’s journey from one Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzaria restaurant to seven as well as a food production company with a total of 400 employees. Everyone will have a chance to enjoy an Italian breakfast! Our meeting will be offsite at the Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria’s newly renovated location at Crossroads Shopping Center\, 15600 NE 8th Street\, Bellevue.  \nAbout the Speaker\nJoe Fugere is the founder of Tutta Bella\, the Pacific Northwest’s first certified authentic Neapolitan pizzeria. Joe opened his first restaurant in 2004 and currently has seven locations in and around Seattle. The seventh location has just reopened in Bellevue at 156th Ave. NE and NE 8th after being used a food production location since shortly after Covid started. The food production for “Grab and Go” items has moved to South Seattle. The success of Joe’s business can be attributed to a passionate focus on building a meaningful business respected by employees\, customers and peers and he works tirelessly on creating shared value for these constituents. \nIn August 2010\, Joe had the honor of being selected to represent small business owners in a meeting with President Obama. One month later he was invited to the White House for the signing of the 2010 Small Business Lending Act\, at which time the President recognized Tutta Bella for its contribution to economic recovery. That same year\, Tutta Bella beat out 33\,000 of its peers nationally by being named “Independent Pizzeria of the Year” and received “Business of the Year” recognition by the Greater Seattle Business Association. \nTutta Bella restaurants have received recognition from every business chamber to which they belong. The company has been named “Best of” in multiple trade and culinary publications and the Harvard Business School recognized Tutta Bella as one of America’s 100 fastest growing “Inner City” businesses. The company aspires to nourish lives by sharing traditions\, authentic food\, and love. \nThank you\, John Martinka for securing this speaker! URL:https://bbrc.net/event/still-doing-what-he-loves-after-20-years-offsite-location/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240411T235723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T000032Z UID:60014-1714115700-1714120200@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"BBRC Fund-Raising since 1985- Looking Back!" DESCRIPTION:Bob Holert – Narrator\nBellevue Breakfast RotaryAt this point in time\, Bellevue Breakfast Rotary is 18 months away from our 40th anniversary. Today we will go back in time to share how the fund-raising efforts have changed over the years and it will include strawberries\, strawberry coolers\, poinsettias\, a little red Acura Integra\, the Brothers Four\, the Mamas and Papas and walk/runs! Stay tuned for a historic meeting! \nAbout the Speaker\nBob Holert\, BBRC Program Chair\, will act as the Master of Ceremonies introducing subject matter experts with a deep knowledge of BBRC fund-raising over the decades! URL:https://bbrc.net/event/bbrc-fund-raising-since-1985-looking-back/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240419T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240419T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240405T220824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T220824Z UID:60013-1713510900-1713515400@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"The Current State of the University of Washington and Collegiate Athletics" DESCRIPTION:Damon Huard – Assistant Athletic Director\, Special Initiatives\nUniversity of Washington Athletic Department\nAs everyone who follows college sports knows\, the collegiate sports landscape is going though massive change. This has significantly impacted the Pac-12\, which in a few months will no longer exist. This morning Damon Huard will discuss the state of Husky Athletics and its influence within the broader landscape of College Athletics. \nAbout the Speaker\nDamon Huard currently serves as the Assistant Athletic Director of Special Initiatives for the University of Washington Athletic Department.\nIn addition to his work for Husky Athletics\, Huard is the co-owner of “Passing Time\,” an award- winning boutique winery in Woodinville\, Washington.\nA 1995 graduate of the University of Washington Foster School of Business\, Huard went on to play professional football in the NFL for twelve years as quarterback for the Miami Dolphins\, the New England Patriots\, and the Kansas City Chiefs.\nDuring his football career\, Mr. Huard received many honors while playing in the NFL! With the Patriots\, Damon earned two Super Bowl rings from Super Bowl XXXVI and Super Bowl XXXVIII while with the Chiefs\, he finished the 2006 season finish with a 98.0 rating as quarterback\, ranking second in the NFL behind Colts quarterback Peyton Manning. As a three-year starter with the Huskies\, Damon was the Huskies’ all-time passing leader with 5\,692 passing yards upon graduation.\nHe and his wife Julie reside in Clyde Hill\, Washington and have three young adults.\, two daughters and a son. They are empty nesters this past fall. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/the-current-state-of-the-university-of-washington-and-collegiate-athletics-2/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240412T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240412T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240404T211142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T211322Z UID:60008-1712906100-1712910600@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"The Healing Power of the Arts" via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Holly Jacobson – CEO\nPath with Art\nWhether we know it or not\, the arts —in all forms– have been proven to have healing powers. Research confirms\, arts interventions in a supportive environment have shown to be a powerful tool for individual and community recover (American Journal of Public Health). Trauma-informed arts instruction and practice is associated with: a reduction in the need for pain medication; decreased length of hospital stays; reduced overall health care costs; decreased incidence of depression; increased memory and cognitive function; and\, improved communication and behavioral skills (Americans for the Arts).\nPath with Art’s Holly Jacobson will share some of the science as well as stories of how Path with Art\, is using the arts to help systems-impacted individuals\, families\, and communities recover from mental and behavioral health related issues. She will talk about some of the recent and ongoing studies that provide the science that shows how arts and music interact with our brains to provide a healing effect. \nAbout the Speaker\nWith a background in nonprofit management\, strategic planning\, and communications\, Holly’s professional experience spans both for and nonprofit institutions. She has created strategic marketing and product solutions for Microsoft\, The City of Seattle\, The Seattle International Film Festival\, and others. A passionate advocate for under-represented voices\, Holly co-founded Voter Action\, a national non-profit organization with the aim to secure accurate election systems for all communities. She has presented on the role of arts in health regionally\, nationally\, and internationally including the Western Museum’s Alliance\, the Regional Conference on Domestic Violence\, the Conference on International Arts and Homelessness in both Montreal\, Canada\, and Manchester\, U.K. She currently serves on the Executive Committee of the Seattle Arts Commission. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/the-healing-power-of-the-arts-via-zoom-1/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240405T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240405T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240229T042337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T042337Z UID:59991-1712301300-1712305800@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"All in for Autism 2024 Event – Recipients of Benefits" DESCRIPTION:Sheldon Sweeney – Wealth Advisor / President Elect\nSnider Financial Group / Bellevue Breakfast Rotary\nOur program will consist of two parts\, a special interview with Spenser Freedman (son of Mitch Freedman) and an update from Marni Kurtz\, Executive Director of Athletes for Kids Youth Mentoring. Mitch Freedman and Spenser will share some life experiences of Spenser growing up with Autism. We will also hear from Marni and others associated with Athletes for Kids Youth Mentoring and the positive impact gained from partnering with BBRC. The latter will include a current youth mentor and possibly a board member. \nAbout the Speaker\nSheldon will introduce the presenters at this meeting. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/all-in-for-autism-2024-event-recipients-of-benefits/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240329T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240329T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240224T200820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T200820Z UID:59988-1711696500-1711701000@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Providing healthy food to people in need builds healthier communities" DESCRIPTION:David Bobanick – Executive Director\nHarvest Against Hunger\nDavid Bobanick\, Executive Director of Harvest Against Hunger (HAH)\, has nearly three decades of experience in non-profit executive management. Since David joined in 2001\, the organization has significantly expanded its impact at the local\, national and international levels\, resulting in the delivery of nearly half a billion healthy servings of produce for those in need.\nDavid has led the creation and development of the national Harvest VISTA program\, as well as innovative and award-winning programs focusing on shortening the connections from Farm to Community. In addition\, David and the HAH team continue to build and scale nationally recognized programs with partners like the Corporation for National and Community Service\, AmeriCorps\, USDA\, WSDA\, Washington State University\, the University of Washington and other partners to enhance food systems in communities across the United States. \nAbout the Speaker\nDavid has a degree in communications from Penn State University and has studied at the Non-Profit Executive Leadership Institute at the University of Washington’s Evans School of Public Policy and Governance\, as well as the Non-Profit Management Institute at Stanford University. David was also recently named a “Food Waste Innovator” by ReFED\, and currently serves as a board officer for four local\, statewide\, and regional non-profit organizations. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/providing-healthy-food-to-people-in-need-builds-healthier-communities/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240304T173724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T173724Z UID:59994-1711091700-1711096200@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Behind the Scenes with a Hollywood Actor" Zoom only! DESCRIPTION:Darby Stanchfield – Actor\nHerself\nWhat goes into that performance you enjoy on TV? Darby will break down the prep\, shooting\, and post work that constitutes the job of a professional actor’s performance. \nDarby will be introduced by Ann Norman. \nAbout the Speaker\nDARBY STANCHFIELD most recently starred as ‘Nina Locke’ in Netflix’s hit series ‘Locke & Key.’ Prior to ‘Locke & Key\,’ Darby portrayed fan favorite ‘Abby Whelan’ for seven seasons on Shonda Rhimes’ and ABC’s series ‘Scandal.’ In between television seasons\, Darby has completed a number of independent films\, including ‘The Rendezvous\,’ ‘Medicine Men\,’ ‘Slumber\,’ and ‘Carnage Park.’ Additionally\, she appeared in Adrienne Shelley’s critically acclaimed “Waitress\,” opposite Nathan Fillion and Keri Russell\, and an adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s “The Picture of Dorian Gray” co-starring opposite Josh Duhamel. Prior to ‘Scandal\,’ Darby’s television credits include recurring roles on AMC’s Emmy® Award-winning drama ‘Mad Men\,’ opposite Nathan Fillion in ABC’s crime thriller ‘Castle\,’ CBS’ ‘NCIS’ and ‘Jericho\,’ and guest spots on ‘Burn Notice\,’ ‘CSI: Miami\,’ ‘How I Met Your Mother\,’ ‘CSI: New York\,’ ‘The Mentalist\,’ ‘Private Practice\,’ ‘Bones\,’ ‘Nip/Tuck\,’ ‘Without a Trace\,’ and ‘Monk.’\nPrior to her television and film career\, she got her start in regional theatre\, and has starred in over 100 national commercials. Darby has a BA from the University of Puget Sound in Communications\, with a minor in Theater Arts\, and an MFA from the American Conservatory Theatre in San Fransisco. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/behind-the-scenes-with-a-hollywood-actor-zoom-only/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240315T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240315T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240221T022655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T022655Z UID:59987-1710486900-1710491400@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Boeing in Washington" DESCRIPTION:Richard “Rich” White – Senior Government Relations Manager\nBeing\nRich White\, Senior Manager\, State & Local Government Operations will speak with members about the exciting work happening within Boeing’s facilities\, along with growth opportunities in the aerospace industry and Boeing’s current hiring initiatives. In his presentation\, Rich will share the latest market outlook and update members about Boeing’s ongoing partnerships and investments in the Puget Sound region. \nAbout the Speaker\nRich White is a Senior Government Relations manager for The Boeing Company.\nIn this position\, he is responsible for representing the company before elected and\nappointed public officials and their staffs\, industry and business association executives\nand political community-based organizations in the Central Puget Sound region\, Oregon\nand Montana. He acts as the primary company focal for negotiating and influencing\ngovernment relations’ policy on external issues and he provides political strategy and\nadvice to company management. White also develops and implements legislative and\nregulatory programs to ensure that the business interests of the company are reflected\nto the best advantage.\nPrior to joining The Boeing Company\, White was the director of government\naffairs for the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce\, where he oversaw the development and\nimplementation of the chamber’s policy positions. White also acted as the chamber’s\nlobbyist both regionally and in Olympia\, Wash.\nWhite also has worked in Olympia for the state Senate Republican caucus and\nas the Washington field director for the Dole/Kemp Presidential Campaign. He\npreviously worked for former U.S. Sen. Slade Gorton in both Washington D.C. and the\nstate of Washington.\nWhite is a graduate of the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Arts in\npolitical science and a master’s degree in public administration from the Evans School\nof Public Affairs. He was a 2005 Marshall Memorial Fellow and is a 2000 graduate of\nLeadership Tomorrow. He earned his Eagle Scout in 1986.\nWhite’s current activities and volunteer experiences include serving on the Board\nof Directors for the Schack Art Center\, Everett Public Schools Foundation\, Tacoma\nChamber of Commerce\, Oregon Business & Industry and nearly a dozen other groups\,\nchambers and agencies. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/boeing-in-washington/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240225T001802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T001802Z UID:59989-1709882100-1709886600@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Behavior & Attitude: helping clients with financial planning and investing" DESCRIPTION:Sheldon Sweeney – Wealth Advisor\nSnider Financial Group\nSheldon will discuss his approach to financial planning and investing as they apply to his two niche markets: retirement planning and special needs planning. When emotions and behavior cloud our financial path forward sometimes a financial advisor can clear the path and bring clarity to our goals. Sheldon will share how his life experiences are woven into his advice and planning conversations. \nAbout the Speaker\nSheldon is extremely passionate about helping families and their children with special needs. He connects with them on a personal level because his youngest daughter has Down syndrome. He knows the extra demands that this puts on families as well as their need for high quality planning.\nSheldon understands the advocacy needed when providing for children with special needs. He has organized a network of professionals who serve these families and is regularly asked to speak at school districts and organizations such as the Washington State Fathers Network\, and the Issaquah\, Tahoma and Kent School Districts.\nSheldon has taken a unique path to arrive in the financial services industry. After graduating from California Maritime Academy in 1988 with a B.S. Degree in Nautical Industrial Technology\, he worked in the industrial marketplace for many years. He and his young family moved from the Port of Los Angeles to the Port of Seattle\, and the Port of Honolulu where Sheldon held a variety of logistic and maritime management positions with Matson Navigation.\nUltimately\, his love for client service led him to a career in financial services as a Protection Specialist in 2008 with a major fraternal insurer; however\, he found he couldn’t fully service his clients with their limited insurance options. Sheldon enjoys helping those who are planning for retirement as well as families who have children with special needs. Starting in 2012\, Sheldon built his business at Pacific Capital Resource Group\, Inc. in Bellevue\, WA as a Financial Advisor. Sheldon then received an opportunity to move his business to Snider Financial Group as a Wealth Advisor in 2019.\nSheldon holds four designations; the Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC®) Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP®) Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) and the Accredited Behavioral Finance Professional (ABFP™ ) He is also Life and Disability licensed.\nSnider Financial Group provides a robust client service team environment that perfectly suits Sheldon’s personality and focuses on his client’s needs for wealth management\, insurance\, and strategic financial planning.\nSheldon is motivated to serve others and volunteers at multiple organizations including: The Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club\, ProVisors\, and his network group of special needs resources.\nSheldon has been married to his wife Debbie for 36 years and they have five children and three grandchildren. They have lived in Maple Valley\, WA for 27 years and have two dogs and two cats.\nSheldon enjoys all water sports and swims year-round in open water and in the pool. He hikes\, plays disc golf and Ukulele and enjoys traveling. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/behavior-attitude-helping-clients-with-financial-planning-and-investing/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240301T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240301T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240206T001734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T001734Z UID:59981-1709277300-1709281800@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Navigating the Automotive Industry in 2024" DESCRIPTION:Manuel “Manny” Martucci – Internet Sales professional\nMichael’s Toyota of Bellevue\nManny will share a brief history to date of the automotive industry and provide insights\, tips and future products/services geared toward providing an exceptional customer experience. His discussion will include a brief overview of new developments on the horizon for Michael’s Toyota of Bellevue and Subaru for the Eastgate Community. \nAbout the Speaker\nManuel “Manny” Martucci has spent the last 7 years in the auto industry performing roles in Sales and Finance. Prior to joining Michaels Toyota of Bellevue\, Manny was an educator for 9 years in Washington State and abroad\, worked 9 years in the International Oil and Gas Industry and worked in the Telecom Business Solutions Sector for a major corporation. \nManny believes the key to his success is in the relationship experience provided to both colleagues and customers in our diverse community. He has a strong drive that begins with “each one\, teach one” believes in striving to share knowledge and inspire those we have contact with every day. \nManny received his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts from the University of Puget Sound. He enjoys cycling\, volunteer work in schools\, and spending time with family. \nThank you Ann Norman for scheduling this program! URL:https://bbrc.net/event/navigating-the-automotive-industry-in-2024/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240216T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240216T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240115T235758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T235758Z UID:59973-1708067700-1708072200@bbrc.net SUMMARY:“Washington State’s Judicial Conduct Commission - Judicial Accountability and Independence” DESCRIPTION:J. Reiko Callner – Executive Director\nWashington State Commission on Judicial Conduct\nExecutive Director J. Reiko Callner will describe the function of our state’s Judicial Conduct Commission: “internal affairs” for our state judiciary This constitutional\, independent agency is charged with both maintaining ethics in the judicial branch and safeguarding judicial independence. Ms. Callner will share examples of judges who have been sanctioned\, and why\, and answer questions. \nAbout the Speaker\nMs. Callner has served as the Executive Director of the Washington State Commission on Judicial Conduct since 2005. She previously served the agency as its senior investigator\, beginning in 1997. Ms. Callner is an emeritus board member of the national Association of Judicial Disciplinary Counsel\, and is past Chair of the Washington State Human Rights Commission. Ms. Callner worked as a prosecutor for ten years and has represented Child Protective Services. She has taught for the American Judicature Society\, the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission\, the Administrative Office of the Courts\, the National Center for State Courts\, and has made presentations to a wide variety of public agencies and private organizations. She has assisted the US State Department and non-governmental organizations in improving judicial ethics and independence in over 35 foreign countries.\nMs. Callner has an undergraduate degree from Oberlin College and a J.D. from the University of Washington. She was a law clerk for retired Washington State Supreme Court Justice Robert Utter and is a licensed Zumba instructor. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/washington-states-judicial-conduct-commission-judicial-accountability-and-independence/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240207T001908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T002125Z UID:59982-1707462900-1707467400@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Affordable Housing on the Eastside" DESCRIPTION:David Bowling – Chief Executive Officer\nEastside Community Development FundDavid Bowling will join us today to discuss affordable housing and homelessness on the Eastside. \nAbout the Speaker\nDavid is the head of Eastside Community Development Fund and former President of Congregations for the Homeless (now Porchlight). He is the foremost expert on the subject of homelessness on the Eastside and provides a very compelling talk on this subject. He will also answer whatever questions Rotarians have about this issue. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/affordable-housing-on-the-eastside-2/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240115T231657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T231918Z UID:59970-1706858100-1706862600@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Building a Mission driven business" DESCRIPTION:Jaci McCormack – CEO\nRise AboveJaci will discuss Rise Above and her efforts in building this mission driven business. The mission needs to match your budget\, businesses’ strategic plan needs to build around your mission\, and the importance of partnerships with like-minded organizations and people. \nAbout the Speaker\nJaci McCormack grew up on the Nez Perce Reservation outside of Lewiston\, Idaho. She fell in love with basketball early on and earned a scholarship to play for Illinois State University\, where she was named the 2005 Missouri Valley Conference Tournament MVP. After her college career\, Jaci was inspired to return home and give back to her community. She served as the Deputy Executive Director for the Nez Perce Tribe\, as well as the Youth Prevention Director\, building deep relationships with tribal and community partners. \nIn 2015\, Jaci founded Rise Above\, a non-profit organization that gives Native youth the skills and resilience to overcome their circumstances and write their own futures. As the CEO of Rise Above\, Jaci leads the organization in its mission to empower youth through a variety of programs including sports\, education\, financial literacy\, prevention skills and mentorship\, using prevention strategies that will spark change in people’s lives. \nJaci has attracted an incredible group of engaged and like-minded partners and donors across the country who believe in Rise Above’s mission to empower Native youth\, including PNW tribes\, investors\, prevention advocates\, sports legends\, hall-of-famers\, and Hollywood stars. \nJaci has helped grow the Rise Above business from serving 300 kids to over 3\,000 per year growing exponentially each year. Amid building her business\, Jaci was approached by an independent Hollywood Film Producer to write and produce a feature film of her life story. Jaci’s story will be featured in a full-length motion picture with 3-time NBA Hall of Famer Lenny Wilkens and award-winning actor Danny Glover serving as Executive Directors to the film. \nIn the past two years\, Jaci has been invited to speak to numerous youth organizations\, girl’s empowerment events\, the U.S. Attorney’s Office Western District of Washington and the youngest organization to speak at the U.S. White House Conference on Hunger\, Nutrition and Health. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/building-a-mission-driven-business/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240126T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240126T083000 DTSTAMP:20260609T130000 CREATED:20240115T230040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T230346Z UID:59965-1706253300-1706257800@bbrc.net SUMMARY:"Launching the Seattle Kraken and Climate Pledge Arena" DESCRIPTION:Todd Humphrey – SVP\, Digital Innovation & Fan Experience\nSeattle KrakenSeattle Kraken SVP of Digital Innovation and Fan Experience Todd Humphrey joins Bellevue Breakfast Rotary this morning to discuss the power of the Kraken as well as Climate Pledge Arena. Todd previously visited us prior to the Seattle Kraken’s debut in the NHL to discuss the project he was heavily involved with\, the design and construction of Climate Pledge Arena. Today he will update us on the team’s progress competing in the NHL in their third season as well as discuss the facility in which they play\, Climate Pledge Arena. \nAbout the Speaker\nTodd Humphrey originally joined the Seattle Kraken in the role of SVP\, Digital and Fan Experience in February 2019. Prior to the Kraken\, Todd was CEO of LiquidPlanner a dynamic project management for modern business in 2017. \nIn 2014\, Todd co-founded League\, a Toronto-based new digital alternative to traditional health insurance that connects employers and employees to a comprehensive network of health services and benefits\, giving them unparalleled choice\, convenience and value. From 2010-14\, Todd was the EVP\, Business Development at Kobo Books\, responsible for all worldwide business development activities for Kobo\, including OEM’s\, retailers and wireless providers. Before this\, he was the Director of Business Development for Amazon Payments. \nAnd before all of his entrepreneurship and technical experiences\, Todd skated with a stick and a puck for a living! By joining his two passions of hockey and technology\, Todd feels his present role with the Kraken is a fantastic fit for his interests and skills. \nTodd is a graduate of University of Western Ontario in 1991 and considers his specialties to be technology\, innovation\, internet\, entrepreneurship\, business development\, corporate development\, M&A\, marketing and social media. URL:https://bbrc.net/event/launching-the-seattle-kraken-and-climate-pledge-arena/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Eastside Corps\, 911 164th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Program END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR