On July 28th, Rotarians heard from Bennet Merens, Division of Trade & Consumer Protection, WI Dept. of Agriculture. The global annual cost of scams today exceeds one trillion dollars – however, with four simple communication rules, consumers can help insure their safety – Wisconsin Consumer Protection Bureau outreach specialist Ben Merens highlighted these rules and the main reasons they are critical today for the health and safety of every consumer.

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, Joseph D. Kearney, dean of Marquette University Law School, offered remarks on the nation’s founding document. How should we understand the Declaration of Independence with respect to its own time? To what extent should this 1776 statement inform our understanding of the Constitution, adopted more than a decade later? Does the Declaration have continuing practical importance? 

On June 30th we toasted outgoing President Kent Lovern on a successful year. We thanked Kent for his dedicated service this past year, and welcomed Beth Heller, Vice President of Programs for the Zoological Society of Milwaukee as the new Club President for 2026-27.

On June 16th, we heard from Joe Peterangelo, Research Director at the Wisconsin Policy Forum. 

Joe provided an overview of the Wisconsin Policy Forum's new report on the state of small businesses in Wisconsin. It also highlighted the Forum's related research, including an analysis of Milwaukee's small business support "ecosystem" and its Metro Milwaukee Innovation DataTool, which tracks the region's progress and competitiveness on a range of indicators tied to innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth.

On Tuesday, June 9th Lafayette L. Crump, the City of Milwaukee Commissioner of City Development spoke to Rotary. The Commissioner provided a vision for the City of Milwaukee for 2026, as well as a general update from the Department of City Development on the economic development efforts in Milwaukee. 

This week in Memorial Hall, Rotarians heard from Milwaukee School of Engineering’s 6th President, Dr. Eric Baumgartner, as he shared his vision for MSOE and the future of the region’s leading technical university. Drawing on leadership experience in higher education, robotics, and at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Dr. Baumgartner offered a unique perspective on innovation, engineering, and the evolving landscape of technical education.

On Tuesday, May 19 - one month before the Juneteenth holiday - we heard a discussion on the significance of Juneteenth in U.S. history and Milwaukee, and how the day is being commemorated and celebrated today. Speakers  included Tony Kearney, Executive Director, Northcott Neighborhood House; Clayborn Benson, Wisconsin Black Historical Society; Sarah Pancheri, Milwaukee World Festival; and Miss Juneteenth, Sydney Purifoy-Mahone. Together, the panelists will discuss the history of Juneteenth, how it is honored in our community today, and how you can take part in the celebration. The program was moderated by Rotarian, Karine Moreno-Taxman.

Our Armed Forces Week luncheon featuring Major General (Ret.) Brian Winski, Rotarian and President & CEO of the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, as we honor the dedication and sacrifice of active-duty military personnel in our community. This special program also featured an Armed Forces Day proclamation from Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson, a performance by the U.S. Great Lakes Navy Band, and an appearance by the USS Wisconsin (SSBN 827) 50-foot inflatable submarine exhibit.

Paul Smith, who has covered the outdoors for Wisconsin newspapers for more than 30 years, sat down with member David Haynes to talk about Wisconsin’s long love affair with hunting, fishing, wildlife, and the state’s natural beauty. He shared his thoughts on the deer population, recent bald eagle sightings in Milwaukee, and the impacts he is seeing from climate change.

On April 28th, Rotarians gathered for a bipartisan conversation with Mayor Tom Barrett and Representative Scott Klug, Wisconsin board members of the Democracy Defense Project, about the state of civility in our public discourse, Wisconsin's election administration systems, and how we can continue to build trust in civic institutions. The Democracy Defense Project has been a leading voice to educate Wisconsin voters about the protections in place across our voting process and has been an example of bipartisan cooperation since its inception in 2024. 

On April 21st, we celebrated our 2026 Rotary Person of the Year, Mary McCormick, Executive Director of the Rotary Club of Milwaukee. 

Mark Hasting, CEO & President of Blain’s Farm & Fleet, shared the story of this family‑owned retailer.  As Blain’s marks 70 years of serving customers, the story is not one of standing still, but of continued momentum. Built on a strong legacy of trust, hard work, and community commitment, the company remains focused on growth—adapting, expanding, and investing for the future while staying true to the values that have defined it for seven decades. 

On April 7th, Rotarians heard from Gil Peri, President and CEO, Children's Wisconsin. Children’s Wisconsin has more than 7.3 million connections with kids and families throughout the state each year. Gil discussed the services and capabilities the organization has to support children – from prevention and early intervention through highly-specialized and complex hospital services.  He also discussed the organization’s roadmap for the future.

On March 31st, Adam Tindall-Schlicht, Rotarian and Milwaukee native, shared reflections from his service in the Biden-Harris Administration as the 11^th Administrator of the U.S. Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation in which he led and oversaw one of North America’s most vital international waterways. Drawing on his leadership at the Seaway and earlier tenure as Director of Port Milwaukee, Adam discussed the economic, environmental, and geopolitical importance of the Great Lakes–St. Lawrence system and the initiatives undertaken to strengthen trade, safety, and decarbonization across the corridor. The talk will highlight how binational collaboration between the United States and Canada continues to shape the future of Great Lakes commerce and sustainable maritime transportation.

Milwaukee Bucks’ new President, Josh Glessing, discussed  the intersection of professional sports, global business, and civic impact. A Wisconsin native, Josh returns home after a distinguished career in global sports finance and leadership roles with Haslam Sports Group and the Columbus Crew. Josh shared his strategic assessment of his first 60 days in the role, his vision for evolving the Bucks’ business model to drive regional growth, and the vital role the organization plays for the Milwaukee community.

Milwaukee’s Darryl Morin, President & CEO of Advanced Wireless, Inc. discussed the economic impact of immigration and immigration policy. Darryl talked about the role immigrant labor plays in Wisconsin’s economy and the biggest myths surrounding the issue.

Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius returned to Rotary to discuss bringing attention to the district's $46 million budget gap — and her plans to restore fiscal health while protecting classrooms, keeping schools safe, and investing in academic achievement. 

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley highlighted his administration’s ongoing efforts to promote fiscal sustainability, maintain critical services that residents rely on, and boost economic development, public safety, and affordable housing efforts. County Executive Crowley also discussed the Future State Project, a new initiative aimed at improving programs and services to meet the community’s needs, save taxpayer dollars, and advance his vision of achieving equity in all measurable areas to build a brighter future for Milwaukee County.

Dr. Lia Medeiros, discussed how telescopes all over the world came together to take the first ever image of a black hole and how she used this image to test Einstein’s theory of gravity. She also introduced her machine learning algorithm and explain how she used it to make the highest resolution image of a black hole to date.

The Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee launched Eviction Free MKE in September 2021 to address homelessness caused by evictions. Eviction Free MKE is a Right to Counsel program that ensures individuals and families facing eviction have the support, guidance, and legal representation they need to stay in their homes.

Rima provided an update on Microsoft’s growing investment in Wisconsin, highlighting the company’s multi-billion-dollar commitment to advanced AI Datacenters and cloud infrastructure in the region, the economic opportunity that comes with this investment, and what these efforts mean for Wisconsin's future competitiveness in an increasingly AI-driven economy. She also walked through Microsoft's Community-First Infrastructure Commitments and how Microsoft is working to deliver on those across the state. 

Kim Sajet, the recently appointed Donna and Donald Baumgartner director of the Milwaukee Art Museum discussed how many of the world’s most flourishing cities are placing art, design, and creativity at the center of how they reimagine the ways people live, work, and play. From adaptive reuse of overlooked spaces to artist-led placemaking and cultural investment, creativity is increasingly understood not as a luxury, but as essential civic infrastructure—fueling economic vitality, social connection, and innovation.

Drawing on global examples—and placing them in the context of Milwaukee’s ambitions to be one of America’s leading cities for innovation and investment--Sajet showed how the art museum in partnership with artists and the creative economy can contribute measurable economic impact while also strengthening community identity and belonging.

On January 27th, we heard from Mike Knetter, Ph.D., Economist and Senior Advisor, Investments and Business Development for UW Foundation & Alumni Association. Mike gave an economic outlook for the U.S. economy with special emphasis on the role of the AI innovation cycle and America First policies.

Amid an ever-challenging time for the news business, Executive Editor Greg Borowski and the team at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel are charting a new path toward stability. It is focused on being connected, being essential, and building partnerships and community support for reporting that elevates voices and points to solutions. He discussed the approach the newsroom is taking and the success it is bringing.

 Tom Content, Executive Director of the Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin, discussed the work of CUB to fight energy inflation and the challenges to energy affordability posed by development of data centers in Wisconsin and around the country

Founded in 1979, CUB is the utility consumer advocate for homeowners, renters and small businesses across the state.

We heard from  Michael Ford, Director of the Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue.

Michael presented his talk, "Practical Tools for Navigating Difficult Conversations." We do not have to agree with one another all of the of time. In fact, in a democracy, we shouldn’t. But there is a fine line between productive disagreement and intractable polarization. Michael shared practical evidence-based tools for navigating disagreement in a polarized time.

Rotarians celebrated the holidays at Rotary’s last luncheon of the calendar year.  

Adam Procell joined the Rotary Club for a moderated, in-depth conversation exploring his personal journey, his leadership in building Milwaukee’s collaborative reentry ecosystem, and his vision for the future of the Office of Community Wellness and Safety. The discussion highlighted the systems-level approach he is advancing to strengthen community safety, coordination, and long-term stability across Milwaukee.

Dr. Kimo Ah Yun was inaugurated as Marquette University's 25th president in April 2025 and has served at the Catholic, Jesuit institution in leadership roles since 2016. He shared his vision for the university, detail the momentum Marquette is experiencing, and discuss the challenges higher education is facing locally and nationally. 

In honor of Veterans Day, the Veterans Community Project (VCP) joined us to discuss Veteran homelessness in Wisconsin and share their plans to address the issue in Milwaukee. VCP recently broke ground on a project that will bring 40 tiny homes, onsite services and resources to a 7-acre piece of land on North 60th Street. Janice Bell and Ben Hendershot from VCP talked about their organization's unique approach to Veteran homelessness and provide a glimpse into the Milwaukee project.

Chris Corkery, Founder and CEO of Hundred Acre  joined us to share the story of the state-of-the-art indoor hydroponic farm in Milwaukee where fresh produce grows year-round—no soil, no pesticides, and 95% less water than traditional farms. This vertical farming operation creates “endless summer” conditions to grow five times more food per square foot, showcasing how technology is transforming local agriculture.

The Rotary Club of Milwaukee celebrated the 80th Anniversary of the United Nations with Jack Leslie, strategic communications executive, political consultant, and international development activist.

Leslie discussed the evolving challenges facing the global community and shared his vision for a renewed framework of cooperation that strengthens partnerships among governments, nonprofits, philanthropies, and industry. Drawing on his experience in global health and development, he emphasized the importance of rebuilding trust and empowering local leadership to address today’s most pressing issues.

During this program, we were joined by Serhiy Koledov, the Consul General of Ukraine in Chicago.

The Consul discussed the current situation in Ukraine, prospects for economic recovery, and opportunities for investment in the country.

During this program, Rotarians Ian Abston, Director of the Hoan Group; Maurice Thomas, Chief Development Officer at the Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy; and Joe Poeschl, Executive Director of the MKE Tech Hub Coalition, explored how the next generation of Milwaukeeans is intentionally building networks that strengthen both personal growth and their communities.

The discussion focused on the importance of investing in relationships before they are needed and the idea that while individuals may walk their own paths, they are stronger when they support one another. Through stories of connection and collaboration, the speakers emphasized that lasting change happens at the speed of trust.

During this program, Brian Thompson, Chief Innovation & Partnership Officer at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (UWM), highlighted how the rapid pace of change is driving organizations to innovate and adopt entrepreneurial strategies to remain competitive and achieve success.

He showcased how UWM's Lubar Entrepreneurship Center is equipping students, change agents, and leaders of startups, nonprofits, and corporations with the skills needed to foster innovation and entrepreneurship. The program explored how participants learn to identify opportunities, test assumptions, and develop new products, services, and solutions that create lasting impact.

During this program, Tracy Johnson, President and CEO of the Commercial Association of Realtors Wisconsin, was joined in conversation by fellow Rotarians Jim Barry and Matt Hunter to share their perspectives on the commercial real estate market in Southeast Wisconsin.

They discussed the challenges and opportunities shaping the industry, what is driving demand, and how shifting trends are impacting businesses and communities. The conversation also highlighted key insights on what business leaders should be paying attention to in today’s commercial real estate market.

The number of Wisconsin families who rely on childcare has grown in the past decade making affordable quality childcare not only important to a child’s development but also key to a family’s financial stability and the health of our state’s economy. For the first time, the Wisconsin State budget includes funding for childcare. This investment will help to ease the expiration of COVID-19 era federal funding, but will conclude next year.

On Tuesday, August 26^th Vincent Lyles from Milwaukee Succeeds and Jeff Pertl, Wisconsin Secretary for the Department of Children and Families, discussed how this funding came to be, the impact on childcare centers in Milwaukee and around the state, and what will happen when funding expires next year.

U.S. Navy Captain Lena Kaman, Commander of Navy Reserve Region Readiness and Mobilization Command Fort Worth, spoke at the May 13 Rotary program. Based at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth, her command supports the readiness and mobilization of more than 7,400 Navy Reserve Sailors across 18 Navy Reserve Centers in a seven-state region.

A native of Shawano, Wisconsin, and a career Naval Aviator with over 4,200 flight hours, Kaman has served in combat operations, led aviation squadrons, and held senior staff roles in Washington, D.C., including a Legislative Fellowship on Capitol Hill. She assumed command of REDCOM Fort Worth in September 2024 and brings more than two decades of leadership and operational experience to her role.

For the past 20 years, Kellogg Professor Harry Kraemer has taught values-based leadership to full-time, part-time, and executive MBA students at Kellogg’s Chicago, Miami, and Hong Kong campuses. He recently released his fourth book on this all important management topic: Your Values-Based Legacy: Making a Difference at Every Age and Phase of Life.

Harry shared his journey as a values-based leader by sharing life experiences and the advice he received many decades ago from his grandfather. 

Enthralled Rotarians filled Memorial Hall on Tuesday to hear from Michelle Thaller, former Assistant Director at NASA, as she took us on a journey through the birth of stars and galaxies and explained how the materials that make up the cosmos are more connected to us than we might think.

This week in Memorial Hall, Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman provided an update on crime trends, public safety developments, and efforts to strengthen community relationships. He also engaged Rotarians in an extensive Q&A session for an insightful discussion on policing and Milwaukee partnerships.

Brittany Kinser, candidate for State Superintendent, spoke yesterday at a joint program hosted by the Milwaukee Press Club, WisPolitics.com and the Rotary Club of Milwaukee. After making her opening remarks, Kinser sat down for an interview with Jeff Mayers, WisPolitics.com president, and answered questions from the audience.  Incumbent State Superintendent Jill Underly was invited to speak, but was not available. Per our protocol, we invite the two main candidates and proceed with the candidate or candidates who accept the invitation.

Waukesha County Circuit Judge Brad Schimel, who is seeking election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, spoke yesterday at a joint program hosted by the Milwaukee Press Club, WisPolitics.com and the Rotary Club of Milwaukee. Judge Schimel answered questions from the audience and from a panel of journalists that included Alison Dirr - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Charles Benson - TMJ4 News, and Matt Smith - WISN 12 News. This was the second of multiple programs in conjunction with the Milwaukee Press Club, WisPolitics.com, and WisconsinEye featuring candidates running for election on April 1st. We have now heard from both Judge Brad Schimel and Judge Susan Crawford. Next week on March 25th, we will hear from Brittany Kinser, candidate for State Superintendent.

Journalism has undergone a revolution in the past decade or two. Reporters are younger, media outlets are more integrated, and newsrooms are gathering information in novel ways.

This week, in Memorial Hall Milwaukee Journal Sentinel columnist Dan Bice, a political reporter since 1987, addressed what these changes mean for consumers of today's news in a conversation with Rotarian David Haynes, the Co-lead of Wisconsin Alliance for Civic Trust and the former Ideas Lab Editor for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Othman Atta, Executive Director of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee

January 16th, 2024

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley

December 12th, 2023

Dale Kooyenga, President, Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce

November 14th, 2023

Christa Beal-Diefenbach, Executive Director of the Friends of the Domes

November 7th, 2023

Matthew Jarosz, Professor of Architecture & Urban Planning at UWM

October 17th, 2023

Reince Priebus, Chairman of the MKE 2024 RNC Host Committee

October 10th, 2023

Taylor Korslin, Rethink 794

October 3rd, 2023

Learn More About RCM's Work In Guatemala

September 26th, 2023

Mike Nichols, President of the Badger Institute

September 19th, 2023

On Tuesday, September 19th Mike Nichols, President of the Badger Institute spoke on “Why Wisconsin Needs a Flat Tax.” Wisconsin is the home of the first progressive income tax. Do we really want to abandon our roots? Aren’t flat taxes just schemes to help the rich? Are we shifting the burden to those who need help the most?

 

Dana Guthrie, 

September 12th, 2023

Dana Guthrie shared an overview of Gateway Capital, a Milwaukee based venture capital firm which seeks overlooked emerging entrepreneurial opportunities that traditionally lack venture capital investment. The firm’s objective is to exceed national average returns for their investors and create a stronger and self-sustaining entrepreneurial ecosystem in Wisconsin. 

 

The Future of I-794

September 5th, 2023

Joe Gallamore, Project Supervisor of WisDOT, Mike Hammond, Public Involvement Lead at HNTB, and Mike Ernst, Deputy Project Manager at HNTB discussed a recent study of the I-794 at the Lake Interchange. The study identified a transportation solution that addresses deteriorating infrastructure in a manner that will improve safety and operations while striving to enhance community connectivity and compatibility with local plans.

 

David Maraniss, New York Times Best Selling Author

August 29th, 2023

New York Times best selling author David Maranniss will spoke on his new biography, Path Lit by Lightning: The Life of Jim Thorpe. This riveting biography details the life of America’s greatest all-around athlete, Jim Thorpe, who rose to world fame as a mythic talent who excelled at every sport. He won gold medals in the decathlon and pentathlon at the 1912 Stockholm Olympics, was an All-American football player at the Carlisle Indian School, the star of the first class of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and played major league baseball for John McGraw’s New York Giants. Even in a golden age of sports celebrities, he was one of a kind.

 

Dr. Noelle Brigden, Marquette University 

August 22nd, 2023

Dr. Noelle Brigden, Professor of Political Science at Marquette University addressed the causes of Salvadoran migration to the United States.  
 

Sara Shaw, Senior Education Researcher at the Wisconsin Policy Forum

August 15th, 2023

Sara Shaw, Senior Education Researcher for the Wisconsin Policy Forum, discussed a new Forum report released today on teacher turnover trends in Wisconsin. Her presentation sized up how much turnover is occurring and what that means for districts' ability to staff their classrooms. Sara also reviewed whether turnover is caused by teachers moving to different districts versus leaving the profession altogether and how turnover rates compare among various districts, including the Milwaukee Public Schools.

 

Former Governor Scott Walker in an Appearance with the Milwaukee Press Club

August 8th, 2023

Scott Walker, former two-term Wisconsin governor, spoke at the Rotary luncheon on Tuesday, August 8, in conjunction with the Milwaukee Press Club and WisPolitics.com.

 

Walker now is president of Young America’s Foundation [YAF], an outreach organization that introduces young adults to principles of conservatism such as individual freedom, a strong national defense, free enterprise, and traditional values. The foundation is a partner with Fox News in the first Republican presidential primary debate for the 2024 election cycle, scheduled for August 23 at Fiserv Forum. Walker, who briefly sought the Republican presidential nomination in 2016, has urged former President Donald Trump to take part in the debate. Trump, the current Republican front-runner, has not committed despite such criticism and has said he might hold an alternative event. Walker took questions from a panel of journalists and from the audience at the luncheon, moderated by Milwaukee Press Club President Maryann Lazarski, series/documentary producer for Milwaukee PBS.

 

Greg Wesley with ThriveOn King - A Vision of Collaboration and Community

July 25th, 2023

Construction has begun to restore and re-purpose the former Gimbels-Schuster’s building on Martin Luther King Drive. On Tuesday, Greg Wesley will share the vision of ThriveOn King and details of the restoration and redevelopment of the iconic department store building. ThriveOn King, a collaboration between the Medical College of Wisconsin, Greater Milwaukee Foundation and Royal Capital Group is focused on five priority areas - housing, early childhood education, health and wellness, social cohesion, and economic opportunity. Guided by deep deliberate community engagement and partnership, the collaboration and project are catalyst and exemplar for community and economic impact and investment.

 

Dr. Jeremy Kedziora, Endowed Chair in Artificial Intelligence at MSOE

July 11th, 2023

Daily headlines are filled with references to generative AI, ChatGPT, Deep Learning and Neural Networks. As business and community leaders, what do you need to know to stay ahead of the curve? On Tuesday, Dr. Jeremy Kedziora, Endowed Chair in Artificial Intelligence at MSOE shared his presentation, Beyond the ChatGPT Hype: What is AI?

 

2023 Changing of the Guard

June 27th, 2023

On June 27th Rotary toasted outgoing President Karen Hung on a successful year and welcomed Leslie Hauser as the new Club President for 2023-24.

 

Rotary Person of the Year 2023, Daniel Goldin

June 20th, 2023

Daniel Goldin is on a single-minded mission to connect books to Milwaukeeans. In creating Boswell Book Company, he has persevered against low margins, the dominance of Amazon, and the shuttering of COVID, through persistence, business savvy, and incredible hard work. His long-lived partnership with the Milwaukee Public Library has enabled them to develop and grow a strong fan base for literary programming by delivering quality author events to diverse communities across the city. On June 20th, Daniel was recognized for his work that has touched many lives and has made Milwaukee a much richer place to live.

 

Steve Wallace, CEO of the Omanhene Bean Company

June 13th, 2023

Rotarians returned to Memorial Hall on Tuesday to hear from Steve Wallace, CEO of the Omanhene Bean Company. Based in Milwaukee, Omanhene cocoa is made and processed in Ghana, whereas competitors buy the beans from a tropical country and ship them to countries like Canada or the United States to make their product.

 

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson

May 30th, 2023

Mayor Cavalier Johnson will spoke to Rotary regarding public safety, economic development, and resolving Milwaukee's fiscal bind.

 

Dr. Ellen Censky, President & CEO of the Milwaukee Public Museum

May 23rd, 2023

Dr. Ellen Censky, President & CEO of the Milwaukee Public Museum, and her team are developing a brand new home for the Museum. To be located at the corner of Sixth and McKinley Streets in the Haymarket neighborhood of Milwaukee (adjacent to the Deer District), the future Museum will be the largest cultural project in Wisconsin history. Dr. Censky provided Rotarians an overview of the project, spotlight recent news and visuals regarding the architectural and exhibit designs, and an insider's look at what it takes to build a natural history museum.

 

Armed Services Day Program with Brigadier General (Ret) Joane K. Mathews

May 16th, 2023

At our annual Armed Forces Week Program, we welcomed Brig. General (Ret). Joane Mathews, the first female Native American general officer in the Army National Guard. General Mathews shared with us her inspirational journey filled with numerous milestones and firsts, as well as four lessons she learned that are essential for leadership growth.

 

Dr. Shekar Kurpad, Medical Director of Neuroscience at Medical College of WI

May 9th, 2023

Dr. Shekar Kurpad, the Medical Director of Neuroscience at the Medical College of Wisconsin, specializes in the treatment of a wide variety of spinal and cranial disorders. Dr. Kurpad introduced Rotarians to BRAVE, (Building Resilience through Action in Veterans and First Responders) the Midwest's first program designed specifically to treat mild traumatic brain injury in veterans and first responders.

 

Piotr Jankowski, District Governor of Rotary District 2231 in Poland

May 2nd, 2023

At breakfast, Rotarians had the privilege of hearing from Piotr Jankowski, the District Governor of Rotary District 2231 in Poland and an active member of the Rotary Club of Koszalin. Piotr shared anecdotes and videos highlighting how he and Polish Rotary clubs are coordinating international aid for Ukraine since the outbreak of the war in 2022.