THIS WEEK'S SPEAKER: Joshua Brister - Maine Black Chamber of Commerce
Joshua Brister is a Navy Veteran, visionary leader, and community builder originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Now living in Maine, he serves as the President of the Maine Black Chamber of Commerce, an organization dedicated to advancing opportunities for MBCC's businesses, and their leaders across the state. He is also the founder of the LA Maples women’s basketball team, which champions athletic excellence and community empowerment.
With a lifelong commitment to service—from the military to the marketplace—Joshua works to uplift underrepresented voices and build lasting systems of support. His leadership is rooted in purpose, strategy, and a deep belief in the power of community.
BITS AND PIECES | by Tom Talbott
Telling a person in your life that they are your hero, is a life-changing moment, for both people.
That is the core of our Flags For Heroes program. Heroes are from all walks of life. Their influence, guidance, support, or just someone to lean on, it doesn't matter. All that one needs to know is that they played a role in your life, for the better.
As a Portland Rotarian, it's your choice if you want to sponsor a flag for a personal hero. What we do ask is that you share the idea with others. Give them the opportunity to honor a hero. The gift is far greater for those who choose to participate. In addition, all dollars raised goes to help our club help others in our community through an array of programs.
Second, help us out. We'll need flag bearers at the Sea Dogs game. Your family can participate, children too. We need folks at the booth for the game.
June 6 - Kathryn Sargent, Executive Director, The Locker Project
June 13- Changing of the Guard - President Patty Byers, Year In Review
June 19- (Thursday) Club Social - Potluck at Roger & Liz Fagan's Home
June 20 No Meeting
June 27 - David Peckhem - S.E.E.D. Students Empowered to End Dependency
July 4 - No Meeting Happy 4th of July Weekend
July 11 - Annual Picnic Lunch at Hadlock Field/ Portland Sea Dogs
July 13- (Sunday) Flags For Heroes Event - Hadlock Field
July 18- Meeting at Maine Mall - Flags For Heroes Celebration
July 25th - Our New President - John Thompson
Club Executives
President Patty Byers President Elect John Thompson Vice President Justin Lamontagne TreasurerDick Hall Secretary Tom Nickerson Board of Directors Dick Hall,
Joshua Brister is a Navy Veteran, visionary leader, and community builder originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Now living in Maine, he serves as the President of the Maine Black Chamber of Commerce, an organization dedicated to advancing opportunities for MBCC's businesses, and their leaders across the state. He is also the founder of the LA Maples women’s basketball team, which champions athletic excellence and community empowerment.
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