Annual DG Visit

Don Griffing is a project management and process improvement expert drawing up a 32-year career in Information Technology as a software developer. In 2002, he founded his own company focused on cloud-based applications. From jet engines to travel apps, and media to fleet maintenance, Don’s extensive experience enables him to identify problems and create solutions that better the people, causes, and communities he serves.

Don received a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Minnesota, College of Science and Engineering, and an M.S. in Software Engineering from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. Passionate about learning and teaching others, Don was an adjunct instructor and frequent presenter on technology. He previously volunteered with TEALS -- Microsoft Philanthropies program to help build and grow sustainable computer science programs in high schools across the US and British Columbia, Canada – and was a volunteer in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Central Wisconsin Mentor 2.0 program.

Don became a Rotarian in 2007 after years as a Rotary “Andy” in support of his wife, Marjorie, a Past Club President of the Rotary Club of St. Paul #10. Since 2007, Don has been an active Rotarian in four clubs and five districts serving in a variety of roles including Committee Chairs, Club President, District Technology Chair, and Assistant District Trainer. Don was an early adopter eClubs and is a leader in leveraging technology to keep Rotarians engaged to sustain the good work they do.

Don and his wife Marj are Major Donors to The Rotary Foundation. They live in Oshkosh, Wisconsin with their two cats overlooking Lake Butte des Mort.