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Leading with a Coaching Mindset
Jun. 14, 2023
Janny [yani] Franken will discuss Leading with a Coaching Mindset: Improving people's lives by guiding them into their preferred future through listening and asking empowering questions. Janny was born and raised in The Netherlands and worked in settings where she could use her observational and critical analysis strengths, advising parents and professionals on how to improve their ability to work with and raise children and youth with special needs. She has used her gifts in different settings while living in the U.S.A. In 2007, Janny was hired to improve a set of 3 Dutch Schools in Southern California. In 2012, she started working in a church to grow and improve their Children & Youth Ministries. Janny’s latest job accomplishment was to guide a congregation through the transition of becoming an official Reconciling in Christ - openly welcoming LGBTQ+ church. During COVID she trained for and became an executive coach. Janny is passionate about bringing improvement to organizations and guiding leaders through change, towards a desired future. Her best work is done through one-on-one coaching relationships. Janny has a Dutch Masters' degree in Educational Sciences and a Bachelor’s in Pedagogy. She is proud to have her own coaching business, and is an ICF-Associate Certified Coach. Contact: franknsense50@gmail.com Website: http://franknsense.co/ |
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Jun. 15, 2023 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
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Jun. 20, 2023 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Jun. 22, 2023
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Jul. 04, 2023
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John Silva: "So What Do You Do?"
Jul. 12, 2023
With inspirational words from Ventura local John Silva, President & Sr. Creative Director of The DuPuis Group. Part designer, philosopher and provocateur, John’s joy is envisioning and activating breakthrough innovations that inspire, solve and shake-up how we live and conduct business. That means spurring strategic design with new narratives and creating opportunities that drive the growth his clients seek. He’s led DuPuis work for clients such as Clorox, PepsiCo, Nestlé, Kashi, WD-40 and Patagonia. He is also founding partner in DuPuis’ business incubation interests, including Battle Born Beer (brewed in the heart of Nevada) and PlanitProtein, a DIY plant protein tech platform for commercial foodservice. A few highlights in DESIGN Co-Chair of the FUSE Design Conference for 9 years; a Nationally recognized brand and innovation strategy event Co-Author of The Packaging Design Workbook; The Art & Science of Successful Packaging A few highlights in VENTURA Led the design of brand marks for Downtown Ventura, Ventura County Food Share, and VEP’s Launch program & Influential U 2014 Innovation Award; Ventura Chamber Poinsettia Awards 2018 Chair Ventura Chamber of Commerce (serving 9 years on the Chamber Board and on the Chamber’s PAC) 2019 Volunteer of the Year Award; Ventura Chamber Poinsettia Awards. |
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Jul. 19, 2023
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Ventura Chamber of Commerce
Jul. 26, 2023
Presentation by Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Stephanie Caldwell and Board Chair Dena Rogers. They will provide an update on emerging issues affecting Ventura and how those issues are impacting the business community, how the Chamber is working to support the business community and new happenings around town. Stephanie Caldwell began her career in sales and management in the hospitality industry and then the staffing industry, responsible for branch and on-site contingent staffing operations in Silicon Valley for tech-firms such as Novell and Compaq (Now HP). In the late nineties, Stephanie switched gears and went to work for State Assemblymember Jim Cunneen in his District Office, and developed a curiosity for public policy and advocacy. Stephanie spent more than 5 years as Director of Education and Events for the non-profit California Apartment Association, Tri-County Division. She then spent 10 years as a member of the executive leadership team at the San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce (now the San Jose Chamber of Commerce). Since April of 2015, Stephanie has served as the President and CEO for the Ventura Chamber of Commerce and proudly lives right here in Ventura. She serves on the City of Ventura’s General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC), is on the board of The City Center, is an active member of the City of Ventura’s Homeless Stakeholder Committee, served as the 2017 Chair of FOOD Share’s CAN-Tree and was recognized in 2018 as one of the Top 50 Women in Business by the Pacific Coast Business Times. Stephanie has two adult children and 3 grandchildren: Dena Rogers has been an independent contractor State Farm Agent in Ventura since 1991. In this role, Dena helps customers manage risk and recover from the unexpected. She’s been a board member or volunteer for various local organizations including Soroptimist International, Laubach Literacy, Ventura County Master Gardeners (not to mention VUSD school volunteer opportunities) and currently District 63 Little league and the Ventura Chamber of Commerce. Dena has one adult child that she loves to spend time with when she’s not gardening, jogging, taking piano lessons or attempting to speak Spanish. |
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Jul. 26, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Jul. 27, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Ventura County Medical Center
Aug. 02, 2023
John Fankhauser, MD, MHA is the CEO of Ventura County Medical Center and Santa Paula Hospital. Dr. Fankhauser will be sharing his experience during the Ebola Crisis and its aftermath as well as how partnerships with Rotary contributed to the recovery from this tragedy. Dr. Fankhauser has served as a physician executive for the past fifteen years with a focus on public service and care for the underserved. His previous roles include Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for Ventura County Health Care Agency and CMO for Santa Clara Valley Medical Center in San Jose. Prior to 2007, he was a member of the faculty for the Ventura Family Medicine Residency Program. Dr. Fankhauser is a graduate of the University of Washington School of Medicine and elected to Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He received a Master’s in Healthcare Administration from the University of Minnesota. From 2013 to 2018, Dr. Fankhauser was involved in a medical mission in Liberia where he served as the CEO of ELWA Hospital, a facility that played a critical role during the Ebola crisis. When three of his American colleagues contracted Ebola Virus Disease, he and a small team of doctors treated them and evacuated them to specialized biocontainment units in the U.S. In 2020 he received the UW School of Medicine Alumni Humanitarian Award. |
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Aug. 09, 2023
Learn about two of our newer members: Andie Contarino and Crista Hermance. Andrea (Andie) Contarino is Event Coordinator at the Museum of Ventura County. Born in San Jose, grew up in the San Fernando Valley (Sherman Oaks, Van Nuys and Encino). In 1975 she started spending summers in Ventura when her parents bought the house she currently lives in with her mom, Freddie Contarino. High school in Agoura, college at Pepperdine in Malibu. Was married for 16 years, with no children and lived in Venice, Santa Monica, Malibu, Pacific Palisades. Moved here full time in 2016. She enjoys the logistics of events and has worked behind the scenes for Whole Life Expo, AFI Fest, TCM Classic Film Festival, American Film Market. Andie shares a close relationship with her three siblings and loves riding her e-bike everywhere she can. Crista Hermance is the founder and managing attorney at Hermance Law, where she's known as the Estate Planning Mom. Born and raised in Ventura, California, Crista's journey took her to exciting places, like working as a project manager for Citigroup in Jacksonville, Florida, and even living in the Philippines for a year! But Crista's true passion lies in helping families with estate planning. She started her legal career by volunteering at the Ventura County District Attorney's office and the Coalition to End Family Violence as a Victim Advocate. After attending law school at the Southern California Institute of Law, she became an associate attorney, focusing on estate planning, personal injury, and bankruptcy cases. After having her first daughter, Crista realized the importance of work-life balance and decided to create her own practice, Hermance Law, focusing solely on estate planning for families with young children. As a mom herself, she understands the unique needs of parents, regardless of their net worth. Crista's mission is to ensure that all parents have comprehensive estate plans to protect their families and ensure their wishes are followed. Many parents don't have a plan in place, and Crista wants to change that. She wants parents to have peace of mind, knowing that if anything were to happen, their children would be taken care of according to their wishes. Crista is married with two young girls, age 6 and 8. She enjoys traveling with her family and going on adventures |
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CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates)
Aug. 16, 2023
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Ventura County is a local non-profit serving children and families involved in the Child Welfare System in Ventura County since 1985. In 2019, we began serving youth in the Juvenile Justice System. Volunteers receive extensive training, are sworn by the court. and assigned to an abused or neglected youth to help ensure the best outcome for them in the system. Janet Barron has worked for CASA of Ventura County for over 10 years, serving as Training Manager for most of that time. As Training Manager, Janet schedules and delivers the pre-service training and the continuing education for all CASA Volunteers. During her time at CASA of Ventura County, Janet was instrumental in onboarding the programs (including developing the training) to serve both Infants and toddlers and older youth (18-21) through Extended Foster Care. Janet enjoys getting to know all of the volunteers as they move through the application and training process to become sworn advocates. Additionally, Janet volunteered as a CASA, mentoring a young woman from age 15 until she aged out of the system at age 21. She is now 23 and they are still in contact. Janet is an experienced advocate for women’s and social justice issues and has held leadership positions in local chapters of the National Organization for Women, Santa Barbara Women’s Political Committee and Coalition Against Gun Violence. She also served in various capacities, including President, on her children’s elementary school PTA and as the Pack Committee Chair for her son’s Cub Scout Pack. Janet holds a Bachelor's degree in psychology and a Master's degree in Public Health Education from the California State University, Northridge. |
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Aug. 17, 2023 10:00 a.m.
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Aug. 19, 2023 9:00 a.m.
This is a partnership with all 3 Rotary Clubs and the Downtown Lions Club servicing children in need throughout Ventura Unified School District. The principals of every school were contacted and provided the number of backpacks needed for needy students within their schools. We will be stuffing backpacks with school supplies. Donuts and coffee provided. Contact Kellye to sign up to deliver backpacks to each school at the event!
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Aug. 24, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Evening meeting at Stembassadors Idea Center
Aug. 30, 2023 5:30 p.m.
1238 N. Ventura Ave., 5:30 to 7:00 p..m. Brief program at 6 p.m. This is a JGMRF-funded project led by Alex Wulff and students. Tour the center, meet student makers, and learn about the entrepreneurial opportunities. Refreshments will be served. Space is limited, ,please sign up if you wil attend so we can plan accordingly. There is a small parking lot, lots of street parking. Carpooling is encouraged. You may have to walk.. Wear comfy shoes/clothes. Questions: contact Madhu. |
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Aug. 30, 2023 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
In lieu of our noontime meeting, we will have an evening meeting at the IDEA Center. Brief program at 6 p.m. This is a JGMRF-funded project led by Alex Wulff and students. Tour the center, meet student makers, and learn about the entrepreneurial opportunities. Refreshments will be served. Space is limited, ,please sign up if you wil attend so we can plan accordingly. There is a small parking lot, lots of street parking. Carpooling is encouraged. You may have to walk.. Wear comfy shoes/clothes. Questions: contact Madhu.
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Sep. 13, 2023
J. Ryan Stradal is the author of the bestselling novels Great Kitchens of the Midwest, and The Lager Queen of Minnesota. His most recent novel, Saturday at the Lakeside Supper Club, was released in April this year. He is an editor at Unnamed Press, fiction editor at The Nervous Breakdown, advisory board member at 826LA, and co-producer & host of the literary/culinary series Hot Dish. He likes books, wine, sports, root beer, and peas |
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Sep. 23, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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CEO of the County of Ventura
Sep. 27, 2023
Dr. Johnson oversees 27 county agencies and departments with an operating budget of $2.7 billion and nearly 10,000 employees. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and previously served as the director of the County’s Behavioral Health Department and then as Chief Deputy Director of the County’s Health Care Agency. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Boston, a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine, and a Master’s in Psychology and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Alliant University. She was appointed as County CEO by the Board of Supervisors in August, 2022. She is committed to diversity and equity and serving underserved populations. |
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Sep. 27, 2023 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Sep. 28, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Sep. 28, 2023 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
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Brief program and question-answer period begins at 6:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
Assemblymember Steve Bennett was elected to the Assembly in November 2020 and represents the 38th district that includes Ventura and Oxnard. A former Ventura County Supervisor, Steve first served his community as a high school Economics and American History teacher for over 20 years.
Now as an Assemblymember, he is working towards effectively addressing climate change, improving storage capacity of renewable energy, increasing the stock of truly affordable housing, and serving his constituents with honest and timely access.
Plenty of parking for the event. Enter through the door closest to the outdoor picnic tables.
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Oct. 03, 2023 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Marta Golding Brown joined Lancaster Sunrise Rotary in 2005 serving two terms as Club president, receiving co-President of the year for District 5260 during her first term. She has served five years as Assistant District Governor, was a multi-year District Trainer and Group Study Exchange (GSE) member, staff member and Director. In 2015 Marta moved to Ventura County and joined the Oxnard Rotary Club, in District 5240. Prior to being chosen as District Governor Designate in 2021, she served the District as the PRLS (Practical Rotary Leadership Seminars) Director for two years and as District Trainer for three years.
Marta is a Multiple Paul Harris Fellow, Paul Harris Society Member, Major Donor and achieved PRLS and Master PRLS Graduate in 2006.
Marta is Co-Founder and CEO of Smart Coast California and has had a long and successful career in housing and community development in California and Nevada. She accepted this position in February 2023, following eight years as the Government Affairs Director for Ventura County Coastal Association of REALTORS®.
Smart Coast California supports property rights in coastal communities and in 2022 she received the California Association of REALTORS President's Award for leadership for this work. She’s earned the National Association of REALTORS’ Realtor Association Certified Executive (RCE) designation, exemplifying a goal-oriented association executive with drive, experience, and commitment to professional growth. She was one of only 510 association executives nationwide and just 38 in California who held the designation when she received it.
Marta resides in Ventura, California with her husband Forrest, and they have a daughter, MacKenzie living in Colorado.
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Oct. 04, 2023
Martha is the District Governor of Rotary District 5240, which includes almost 3,000 members in 69 Rotary Clubs in Ventura, Santa Barabara, San Luis Obispo, and Kern Counties. Martha joined Rotary in 2005, served two terms as president of Lancaster Sunrise Rotary, and joined the Rotary Club of Oxnard in 2015. She is Co-Founder and CEO of Smart Coast California and has had a long and successful career in housing and community development in California and Nevada. She lives in Ventura with her husband Forrest. |
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Oct. 04, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Oct. 10, 2023 9:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Oct. 11, 2023
Jamar Grooms is a highly accomplished and sought after Business Consultant, Executive Coach, Corporate Trainer, Author, and Public Speaker based out of Woodland Hills, CA. He is the founder and CEO of Chariot Consulting, where he and his team work diligently to help organizations achieve their goals as it pertains to maximizing their workforce and realizing profitability. He specializes in Organizational Development and Risk Management. He and his team provide quality training and consultative services to both growing and established organizations by leading with experience, direction, encouragement, and vision.
He is a graduate of Murray State University, where he earned both a Bachelor's and Master's degree. He earned a PHR certification in Human Resources and has almost two decades of experience in consulting. He has worked with a variety of organizations, from some of the top performing companies in the United States to small local businesses. He is an expert problem solver and has a knack for finding creative solutions to complex problems. Jamar’s training focuses on the areas of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Harassment & Discrimination Prevention, Communication Skills Development, Conflict Resolution, and Leadership Development. He is also an experienced executive coach, helping executives and business owners further develop their leadership and communication skills.
In his free time, he is a highly active participant in the non-profit space. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the West Valley where he implemented a program called “Passionate Work”. The program helps students find their passions early in life and connect them to viable career options. He also serves on the Board of Directors for El Centro de Amistad, an organization that provides mental health services to underserved communities in the San Fernando Valley and throughout greater Los Angeles. He is a life-long member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated, an organization that has been serving local communities since 1911. When he is not serving, he can be found exploring the world, taking a hot yoga class, writing, creating course content, & publishing inspirational children’s books.
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Ventura City Housing Authority
Oct. 18, 2023
Jeffrey Lambert serves as Chief Executive Officer for the Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura. The Housing Authority owns and manages more than 1,000 affordable units and manages nearly 2,000 Housing Vouchers. Most recently, Jeff served as Chief Operating Officer of the Ventura County Community Foundation. Jeffrey previously served as Community Development Director for the City of Oxnard and City of Ventura. Jeffrey has a proven track record as a public servant through his career and is recognized as a Certified Planner by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP). Jeffrey previously owned his planning and government consulting firm, served as Community Development Director for the City of Santa Clarita and as the Land Use Manager for Kaiser Permanente Southern California. Jeffrey served on the national Board of the American Planning Association (APA) and was President of the California Chapter of APA. Lambert graduated from the University of Southern California with a Masters in Urban Planning and previously earned his B.A. degree in Psychology and Government from Clark University in Worcester Massachusetts. |
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Oct. 24, 2023 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Oct. 26, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Autism Society Ventura County
Nov. 01, 2023
Ashley Pope is 33 years old and lives in Ventura, California with her husband Carlos and their 10 year old son, Gavin. She is employed by the Ventura Chamber of Commerce as a Membership Development Manager and a Rotarian with Rotary Club of Ventura East. Ashley is also a passionate volunteer. She has worked countless hours as a volunteer for Autism Society Ventura County. She is currently the President of the organization and has served on the board for 6 years. The projects that bring her the most joy are workforce development, advocacy, changing the local narrative around Autism one family at a time, and obtaining large grants to put on new meaningful projects and programs in Ventura County. In 2015, when her son was 2 years old, he was diagnosed with Autism. This diagnosis rocked her world and sent her family on a quest for services and to understand what this meant for her son. Acceptance wasn’t immediate, but it was fast. Ashley became a passionate advocate and began to help other families whenever she could. This quest for more led her to Autism Society Ventura County, where she was able to combine her energy with other advocates for greater impact. She credits the organization with empowering her with the knowledge and experience to be the best mom she can be. Ashley also serves on the Special Education District Advisory Committee at Ventura Unified School District and the Community Advisory Council for the Special Education Local Plan Area at Ventura County Office of Education. The Presentation will be on Ashley’s experience as an Autism Mom, as well as an overview of Autism Society Ventura County’s programs and services. |
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Nov. 08, 2023
Special program to thank the incredible men and women who served our country. If you or a family member served that you would like to be recognized in the program, please send a high-resolution photo of them to Joslynn Skelton by November 1. We would also love for you to invite those special veterans in your life to share in our our appreciation program. Please let Joslynn know if you will be bringing guests so she can let the caterer know. |
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Nov. 13, 2023 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Rena Sepulveda and George Poulakos
Nov. 15, 2023
Learn about two club members as they are interviewed by Lynda Girtsman. Rena Sepulveda has dedicated most of her professional life to housing, particularly affordable housing for vulnerable populations. She has worked for Turning Point Foundation since October of 2015. She is currently the Director of Contracts and Grants. Turning Point Foundation specializes in community based mental health services and housing for persons with mental health challenges. It works with clients to reverse the devastating effects of their illnesses, such as job loss, homelessness, isolation, addiction, incarceration, and thoughts of suicide. Assisting those with the day-to-day challenges of recovery of their mental health and transitioning from homelessness. Prior to her experience at Turning Point Foundation, Rena was at Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) for five years. At CEDC, Rena gained experience in many facets of affordable housing, community building and engagement and organizational development. Rena has a B.A. in Political Science and Sociology from the University of California, Berkeley. Rena has been on the Ventura County Housing Opportunities Made Easier Board since 2013, serving as Treasurer for six years and Chair for two years. Rena serves as Treasurer of the Ventura County Medical Center Community Health Care Board. She has served on this board since 2017. She also serves on the board of small start-up non-profit, Stairway to Recovery. George Poulakos has been a Rotarian for 10 years and has been in three Rotary clubs (Fort Lauderdale, Taos and Ventura). He is currently serving as chair of the district grants committee for District 5240. In 2024/25, he will be our club president and will also serve as International Service Chair for the district. George is the project lead on an economic development global grant project in Zambia, He has volunteered for Rotary projects in Guatemala, Zambia and Greece. He has also done non-Rotary projects in South Africa, Tanzania, and Greece as well as ongoing volunteer work for a rare disease community in the US. His classification is advertising and he is a PH +8.
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Nov. 17, 2023 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Help celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Santa Paula Rotary Club, which was sponsored by the Rotary Club of Ventura. Members, supporters, and community leaders will gather to commemorate a century of service, fellowship, and positive change. Dinner and program included. Dress is business casual.
Seating is limited. Please purchase tickets in advance. $100.
For more information and to purchase tickets:
https://santapaularotary.org/events/celebrating-100-years-of-service!/.
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Ondulando Firewise
Nov. 29, 2023
Ben Rode and Nancy O’Rode are currently involved in the Ondulando Firewise Community and have lived in Ventura since 1990. Ben is retired after teaching mathematics for 25 years at Moorpark College. Nancy is retired after being an associate professor at CSU Northridge and had the pleasure of teaching people who wanted to become elementary teachers.
They met as Peace Corps Volunteers in the Fiji Islands teaching mathematics to prospective elementary teachers. Before Fiji, Ben was writing mathematics curricula in Thai, as a Peace Corps Volunteer. They have taught in International Schools in Madrid and Nairobi and in private and public schools in California. Ben and Nancy are bird watchers, hikers, tent campers, and enjoy traveling.
Ben Rode and Nancy O'Rode will discuss the formation of Ondulando Firewise. Earlier this year, the Ventura Fire Department and the Ventura Regional Fire Safe Council announced Ondulando as the City of Ventura’s inaugural nationally recognized Firewise USA community. Firewise USA, is a program by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) that acknowledges communities that take proactive measures to minimize wildfire risks through organized collaboration and action. Ondulando’s achievement reflects a united effort among its 640 property owners to enhance safety for all residents in Ventura County. Additionally they will provide tips on how we can be more fire safe.
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Nov. 30, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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