News Release May 20, 2019
For more information, contact Liz Ahrens
231.881.7685 or liz@crookedtree.org
Rotary International top officer in Petoskey June 19
as part of local Rotarian’s District Governor installation
The public is invited to an inspiring message by the general secretary of Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation as part of the installation of Rotary Club of Petoskey Rotarian David Thomas as District Governor during a special celebration Wednesday, June 19, at Crooked Tree Arts Center in Petoskey.
Doors open with refreshments and appetizers at 6 p.m., followed by the program at 7 p.m. and coffee and desserts at 8 p.m. The $25 per person fee includes hearty appetizers, one drink, desserts and coffee. A cash bar will be available. Attendees are also invited to view the exhibit of more than 200 paintings by artist members of the American Impressionist Society on display at the Crooked Tree Arts Center. Registration is required by June 14 at ridistrict6290.org and click HERE
“We are extremely proud to have one of Rotary International’s top officers right here in Petoskey,” said Rotary Club of Petoskey Rotarian Liz Ahrens. “John Hewko is an engaging speaker for all audiences – Rotarians and non-Rotarians – who will be inspired by his message of service to one’s community.”
Hewko, the general secretary of Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation, leads a diverse staff of 800 at RI’s World Headquarters in Evanston, Illinois, and seven international offices. An attorney, Hewko has had a diverse background including serving in a U.S. government agency delivering foreign assistance to the world’s poorest countries, a partner in an international law firm specializing in international emerging markets, and as an adjunct professor of law at Georgetown University. An engaging speaker, Hewko will address the future of Rotary and major challenges and opportunities ahead for Rotary International.
Petoskey Rotarian Thomas will be installed that evening as the 2019-2020 District Governor for District 6290. Thomas, who has been a Rotarian in Petoskey since 1989, has a background in executive management of several health care facilities and physician practices. A former member of the United States Marine Corps (attaining a rank of Sergeant), Thomas previously served as the Top of Michigan Assistant Governor and on numerous community boards. He and his wife, Carol, reside in Petoskey and have two grown children and three grandchildren.
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