2026-27 Leadership - BOD

President Louisa Roberts

I joined Cupertino Rotary club in July 2018, after retiring as a Tech Specialist and formerly School Librarian for Cupertino Union School District. I have enjoyed serving on several committees, Chairing the 2022 Golf Tournament and volunteering for many Rotary projects. I enjoy playing golf, hiking, reading, cooking, swimming and yoga. I look forward to more travels with the club and developing new opportunities to serve our community

Immediate Past President Kathy Yates

I first got to know Cupertino Rotarians in 2009, while traveling to India to visit several Cupertino Rotary international service partners and do some sightseeing. At the time, I was about to become CEO of an educational software company in San Francisco, so I didn’t have the time to join the club then. But, it was one of the first things I did when I retired in 2015. I am currently the sponsor of a Global Grant to provide a mobile dental clinic project in Chile, and also serve as Chair of the Fund Development committee. Rotary enriches my life: I’ve made many friendships through Rotary and travelled to interesting parts of the world.

Director Bob Pruit

I have

been a member of Rotary since 2018. I joined after taking several Rotary trips with my wife, who joined in 2014. Since joining I have focused my attention on World Community Services, although I may be better known as the champion of the cocktail affinity group. I retired in 2013 after 40+ years in public education. In addition to Rotary, I enjoy traveling, reading, exercising and playing chess.

Director Debbie Textor

I joined the Rotary Club of Cupertino in 2016 after being inspired by their work in the local schools, community and the world. I worked in public education for 34 years (27 in the Cupertino Union School District) as a teacher, principal, Director of Special Education and Executive Director of Pupil Services. In the 23-24 and 24-25 Rotary years, I served as the Youth Services Co-Chair. In 2023, I traveled to Cambodia and Thailand with a wonderful group of Rotarians to visit Rotary projects and support a local school in Siem Reap. I value the opportunity for service, connection and fun that Rotary provides.

CFO Terry Mullen

Stuart Rosenberg - Youth Protection Officer,

I joined Rotary in 2011 after working in high tech and elementary education. I love working with technology, reading traveling and biking. I am looking forward to leading our club in this challenging year and having all our members see the opportunities our club has to offer in service and fellowship

Director, Mauri Okamoto-Kearny

I found my inspiration when I joined Cupertino Rotary in April 2020. Its diverse memberships inspired me to get engaged, try new activities and identify new ways to contribute locally and internationally. Now, still a newbie, I volunteered to co-chair the World Community Services Committee and have also taken on the responsibilities of Veterans Engagement Advocate, the latter to raise the awareness within the Club across Committees for ways to support our veterans. I am honored to be a member of the Rotary Club Board.

Director Bill Furniss

Assistant to the President Judy Wilson
I joined Rotary 15 years ago after raising 4 children and working as a Human Resource executive. Rotary introduced me to a whole new world of opportunity and friendships. I was the President of the club in 2016-17 and my theme was all about our Partnerships. My Rotary passion now is working with Membership, both finding new members, but more importantly making membership meaningful. I have also taken a leadership positions with the District and was “Chief of Staff” for Jill Duerig for the year 2024-25.

TRF Chair Jagi Shahani
For 15 years as a member of the Cupertino Rotary Club I have met and become friends with so many outstanding individuals who have a passion for service and giving to the local and international community. I have served as Chair of the Community Services Committee and the International Services Committee and the great projects are truly inspiring. Whether it is helping a senior or veteran spruce up their home or be there to show that they are not alone makes such a huge difference in their lives. We bring life-giving water, sanitation, health care and primary education to remote locations in Africa, Asia and South and Central America because we care and believe it is our responsibility to help those in need. I am proud to serve as a Cupertino Rotarian.

Fund Development Officer Shyamoli Banerjee

After a long career in hi-tech, I was ready to do something different and equally exciting and satisfying. I joined Cupertino Rotary in 2020 and found my passion in serving local communities with projects in mental health & wellness, providing resources to the underserved to complete their GED and train for trade certifications; and serving global communities with projects in India and Kenya.

As FDO this year, I look forward to raising funding for our club through our existing events and adding fun new events.

Director Steve LeFevre

CREF President and SDO Steve Onishi
I joined Rotary in 2010 for the service and fellowship opportunities. After spending 27 years working in the biotech/medical device space and the past six years in the nonprofit area, I was excited to focus my passion on helping others during my Rotary Presidency (2022-2023). As this year's CREF President, I look forward to continuing the Mission of our Rotary Endowment Foundation. Our Foundation is an important source of funding for our many charitable projects.