Fireside Chat with Dean Hsieh

 

In an important discussion, Rotarians discussed how to build on our past successes, and improve Richmond Rotary club for the future. Important items such as how to increase our membership and how to engage those new members were addressed by the membership, particularly in light of the challenges of Covid-19. 

 

Richmond Rotary has been very successful in the past in growing its membership, but it`s critical to continue finding ways to attract new members in the future. We need to be open to exploring and testing out different meeting structures or fees to potentially increase future membership. 

 

Covid-19 has brought a number of challenges to an active, social group such as Rotary, but we have done a remarkable job in adapting. However, the lack of in-person events has made it difficult for some people to bond. 

 

When we have fundraising projects, or when members raise ideas, we need to find a way to ensure all members participate. An active and engaged membership base is critical to the success of our club, and it`s important that we encourage all members to participate, or find a way to motivate members to get more engaged.