The Rotary Club of Brampton recognized International Women's Day on March 4th, 2024 and all genders were welcome to celebrate with us.

 

Rotarian Suzanne Cook shared the history of IWD. The RCB marked IWD with two amazing speakers. Both Michelle John, First Black Female Fire Staff in Brampton, and Rotarian Staceyann Brooks, Realtor/Business Woman, presented their personal journeys.

 

Miehelle's presentation was entitled Inspiring Women For Inclusion. Michelle shared some of the challenges she faced to advance in her career. Staceyann's presentation was entitled was What An Inspired Woman Can Do. She discussed what she has overcome to create her life in Canada and pursue several vocations. Their stories were very moving, as was hearing the impact these two women have had, and will continue to have, within society. 

 

It was an incredible meeting! Happy International Women's Day, Everyone!

 

 

 

 

On March 11th 2024, the RCB was excited to welcome Ken Spears, VP and General Manager at Boston Scientific and hear about the local and global impact of the organization. Ken shared several stories about Boston Scientific and their innovative medical devices. He described their core organizational values and explained why the company headquarters was relocated to Brampton.

 

At Boston Scientific, they believe that Everyone Makes an Impact and this occurs through 'connection'. Ken highlighted this by describing company culture as well as telling us three patient success stories to demonstrate how Boston Scientific is transforming lives. Ken further explained how the organization annually brings patient stories to employees, highlighting a patient's day and daily experiences. Therefore, employees are better able to understand patient needs. This strengthens connections and enables the organization to save and improve lives and do innovative and meaningful work. 

 

By describing the stories of three patients trying to manage illnesses such as stroke and Parkinson's Disease, Ken shared three innovative medical devices that are transforming lives. Many club members had questions and it was a very enlightening and moving presentation for all in attendance.

 

On March 25th, 2024, the Club was thrilled that new member Carl Alphonse gave his Classification Talk. Carl shared his journey coming to Canada with his parents and three siblings. He described his university studies and his decision to study immigration law. He also talked about relocating with his family and opening his own law practice in Brampton.

 

We enjoyed hearing his story which demonstrated his perseverance and hard work to reach his goals. Again, welcome, Carl, and congratulations on a well done Classification Talk!