Club Meeting: Business Ethics
2022-09-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Grace Chapel meeting room — in the back, 27501 SW Parkway Ave, Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
The Cambridge Dictionary defines Business Ethics as that which “relates to the rules, principles, and standards for deciding what is morally right and wrong when doing business.” Dr. Ken Fincher, vice president of university advancement at the Oregon Institute of Technology and executive director of the Oregon Tech Foundation, will discuss ethical decision-making for today’s business leaders and how having a culture of ethical decision-making can benefit all involved.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. The club is holding hybrid “Virtual In Person” (VIP) meetings. People may attend in person, or they may use Zoom (http://www.tinyurl.com/Rotary97070). Guests are welcome. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Dr. Fincher was born and raised in LaGrange, Georgia and attended Shorter College (Rome, Georgia) where he obtained a bachelor of science degree in social sciences. Ken has since gone on to receive a master of arts in philanthropy and development from St. Mary’s University in Winona, Minnesota, and holds a doctorate in psychology from the University of the Rockies in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Professionally, Ken has served in leadership roles within the Scouts BSA, The American Red Cross, The USO, Shorter University, the Sears Methodist Foundation, and Washington State University. Prior to joining Oregon Tech, served as the vice president of advancement and executive director of the foundation at Middle Georgia State University (MGA) in Macon, Georgia. In his current role at Oregon Tech, Ken is responsible for obtaining philanthropic support for student scholarships, capital needs, faculty support, and research. He also provides professional leadership to the 30-member Oregon Tech Foundation Board of Directors. Additionally, Ken supervises the staff in the alumni, marketing and communications offices. Ken’s areas of research are emotional intelligence, humor as an effective fundraising methodology, and ethical organizational leadership. He is a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. Ken is married to Gretchen Fincher and they have four children. They are active in their community and enjoy being outdoors, hiking and camping.

Club Meeting: Coffee Creek: Managing Through the Pandemic
2022-09-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Oregon Association of Nurseries, 29751 SW Town Center Loop West, Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
PLEASE NOTE: This meeting will be at an alternate meeting location, the Oregon Association of Nurseries office, 29751 S.W. Town Center Loop West, Wilsonville (across from McDonald’s).
Christine Popoff, assistant superintendent for rehabilitative services at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility, and Josie O’Leary, director of correctional rehabilitation, will give a presentation on how the facility was managed differently during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Christine earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Carleton College (Northfield, Minnesota) and a Master’s Degree in Criminology from the University of Sydney in Australia, which she received after being awarded an Ambassadorial Scholarship from Rotary. She has worked at the Oregon Department of Corrections since March 1997, with men and women, on the west and east side of the state. She served as Assistant Director of HR, superintendent at two men’s facilities, and as Assistant Superintendent of Security and now CRU at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility; She was the Program Services Manager at CCCF in late 1999 and helped open the minimum security facility and the medium security facility at the prison. Christine is close with her family, her parents are in Newberg and she and her sister live in Keizer. She lives with her cat Rooney, and is the biggest Pittsburgh Steelers fan ever!
Josie was introduced to the Oregon Department of Corrections as a volunteer through the Portland State University internship program. Josie began her career as a contracted treatment counselor for an Alternative Incarceration Program at Columbia River Correctional Institution in 2013. In 2015, Josie accepted a position as a Correctional Counselor and was promoted to the Correctional Case Management Coordinator in 2017 where she worked to implement case management standards and delivered a variety of trainings to correctional professionals. In November of 2021, Josie joined the Coffee Creek Correctional Facility as the Correctional Rehabilitation Manager. She holds Bachelor of Science Degrees in both Criminology and Psychology from Portland State University. Josie is a certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor and is a trainer for a variety of corrections topics with a passion for Gender Responsive practices. She recently presented at the American Parole and Probation Association conference in Chicago, where she also tried deep-dish pizza for the first time. She gives it a thumbs up and did get a second slice!
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. The club is meeting exclusively in person. Guests are welcome. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.

Club Assembly: A Passion for Rotary Membership
2022-09-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Grace Chapel meeting room — in the back, 27501 SW Parkway Ave, Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Julie Fugate, the membership chair for Rotary District 5100, will give a Club Assembly presentation about Rotary membership, why people should join, and how clubs can grow and prosper. Club assemblies are meetings dedicated to member training, but guests are always welcome to attend.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. The club is holding hybrid “Virtual In Person” (VIP) meetings. People may attend in person, or they may use Zoom (http://www.tinyurl.com/Rotary97070). Guests are welcome. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Julie Fugate is principal broker and owner of The Fugate Group Inc., a full-service real estate firm with a focus on technology, customer service and broker excellence. She is a Certified Residential Specialist with an expertise working with investors and building wealth through real estate. Julie also has a passion for service, having served as president of the Rotary Club of Tualatin and more recently assistant district governor for Rotary District 5100. Her passion is serving and giving back to her community and world. As a Rotary member she is delighted to have the opportunity to help others and be part of something greater than herself. Julie is the recipient of the 5 Star Professional Award every year since 2011. This is an award that is recognized by the largest and most widely published real estate agent award program in North America. Her selection is the result of a rigorous research process that included a regulatory and consumer complaint review, and an evaluation of objective criteria associated with real estate agents who provide quality services to their clients. This honor reflects her hard work and dedication. Julie lives in Sherwood, Oregon with her husband Steve. She’s a proud mom of two and grandmother of four.

Club Meeting: District Governor Visit
2022-10-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Grace Chapel meeting room — in the back, 27501 SW Parkway Ave, Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Rotary District 5100 District Governor Steve Williams will visit the club and deliver an inspirational message about the power of Rotary as well as the future of Rotary and Rotary clubs.
Steve originally joined the Hermiston Rotary Club in 1999. After moving to Baker City, he joined the Baker City Rotary club in 2002; serving as club president during the 2005–06 year. In 2006, Steve rejoined the Hermiston Rotary Club and has been active in the Youth Exchange, Membership, and The Rotary Foundation Committees. Steve served as president of the Hermiston club in 2013–14. At the district level Steve served as assistant governor for the Eastern Region from 2010–13; served as administrative assistant governor in 2015–16; and served as district trainer 2016–19.
Steve is married to Janet Williams and they have two sons: Sean and Jason. Sean lives in Hermiston and Jason lives in Portland with his family: wife Michelle, children Cooper and Clara. Steve and Janet have hosted six inbound exchange students from five countries: The Philippines, Argentina, Taiwan, Japan, and France. Steve and Janet are District 5100 Triple Crown donors supporting The Rotary Foundation as Major Donors, as members of the Paul Harris Society, and as members of the Bequest Society. Steve and Janet enjoy camping, traveling, and spending time with their family. Steve is a proud graduate of the Oregon State University School of Business and works as a project manager for a large farming operation in the lower Columbia Basin. He provides administrative leadership in human resources, safety, and asset management, along with many other areas.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. The club is meeting exclusively in person. Guests are welcome. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.

Club Meeting: Congressional Update with Rep. Andrea Salinas
2023-07-06 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas (D-Oregon, 6th District) will give an update on what is happening in Congress. She represents Oregon’s newest congressional district and was first elected in November 2022.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas is the proud daughter of a Mexican immigrant, a first-generation American, and dedicated public servant working for the people of Oregon’s sixth district. Her father immigrated to the United States as a child and picked cotton and tomatoes in the fields of the Rio Grande Valley before eventually going on to serve as a police officer. Her family’s story is an American story – one where hard work can provide a path to a better life.
Andrea was born in San Mateo, California and grew up in Pleasant Hill, California. She was the first person in her family to attend a four-year university and earned her degree from University of California, Berkeley. Upon graduation, Andrea wanted to serve her community and country so she chose a path of public service. She served as a US congressional aide and policy advisor to Senator Harry Reid and Congressman Pete Stark. Later, Andrea moved to Oregon where she served as a district aide for Congresswoman Darlene Hooley and fell in love with the communities of the Willamette Valley.
After her work with Congresswoman Hooley concluded, Andrea stayed in Oregon and went on to serve as an advocate for labor unions, environmental groups, and reproductive rights organizations. In 2017, she was appointed to the Oregon House of Representatives and served through the end of her term in 2022. In the Oregon House of Representatives, she served as House Majority Whip and was the Chair of the House Health Care Committee. Andrea and her husband, Chris, live in Oregon with their daughter, Amelia.

Club Meeting: A New Year with Club President Gladys Boutwell
2023-07-13 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Incoming Club President Gladys Boutwell will give an introductory presentation on plans for the Rotary Club of Wilsonville for the 2023-24 Rotary Year. She joined the club in 2020 with a remote induction over Zoom. She is Chief Operations Officer at Women of Insurance and Insurance broker at Insurance by Design.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Gladys Boutwell holds an agent license in Health, Life, Property, and Casualty for the States of Oregon and Washington. She has an MBA in International Business and Leadership & Management from the University of La Verne, is Six Sigma Green Belt Certified through Microsoft, and is a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC).
Gladys received the “Madrina de Salud” award for her contributions to Latino equity in the state of Oregon. She is a Distinguished Toastmaster and is the recipient of the Gold Award through Colonial Life.
She is one of Amazon’s #1 Best Selling author for her book “Health Insurance Secrets Revealed.” She has been a contributing author to two other publications; has contributed multiple articles in the field of leadership, travel, and insurance; and has been featured as a guest speaker on various radio shows.
Gladys applies her professional skills and knowledge to create and manage employee benefits packages. She uses her bilingual and bi-literate skills to assist companies that have found it challenging to communicate detailed insurance information to their Spanish-speaking employees.
Gladys was born and raised in East Los Angeles, lived in Texas for four years before relocating to Oregon in 2011. In her spare time, Gladys enjoys running, obstacle course racing (OCR), and traveling.

Club Meeting: Cancer Research at OHSU
2023-07-20 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Mary Fieweger from Niners Ladies Golf Group will be speaking on Cancer Research at OHSU. Mary has chaired the Charbonneau Ladies Golf annual Pink Ball Golf Tournament for five years, helping to raise over $650,000 for cancer research, and been President of the Niners Board for three terms.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Mary Fieweger has lived in Charbonneau with her husband Joe for 10 years. She is an avid volunteer and fundraiser. She originated and chaired the annual Christmas gift wrap program to raise funds for various Wilsonville nonprofit organizations, such as Wilsonville Community Center and Wilsonville Senior Center. While living in West Linn, Oregon, she chaired the very first Relay for Life for the community. While living in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, Mary also was Chairperson for the Hospital Junior Auxiliary (high school students) and worked with the Rotary Club to get approval for a $1,000 scholarship for the most dedicated and committed volunteer.
Mary has experience serving on several nonprofit boards of Directors, including chapters of the American Red Cross and the United Way. She was also an active member of Operation Bootstrap, which assisted individuals and families in need of food, clothing, and shelter and the St. Michael’s Hospital Board of Directors in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. She also served as President of the 140-member volunteer auxiliary. Mary was recognized as an ‘Outstanding Young Woman in America” in 1983. In addition to her volunteer work, Mary has extensive experience as a sales executive, and as an instructor teaching about new glaucoma technology to medical professionals and at various Universities.
She views herself as a connector, coordinator and communicator and as someone with a strong ethic to give of herself to the community.

Club Meeting: Update from a Former Exchange Student
2023-07-27 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Anna Knill, a Rotary Youth Exchange Student from Switzerland (2016-2017), became the first exchange student through the Rotary Club of Wilsonville when it resumed its program in 2016. She spent almost a year in Wilsonville, attending the High School, joining Rotary events, and living with three host families. After six years, she is now coming back to revisit her “second home” in the United States. She will share memories from her time here, talk about what she has been doing since then, and talk about the impact Rotary Youth Exchange has had on her life.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: In 2016-2017, Anna Knill was a Rotary Youth Exchange Student from Switzerland and spent almost a year in Wilsonville. During that time, she had the opportunity to make many new and lifelong memories and friendships, improve her English, and learn more about the United States and herself. After returning to Switzerland, she studied Health Science and Technologies for her bachelor’s at ETH Zurich then continued her education at the same institution with a master’s degree in biomedical engineering.
Currently, Anna is a PhD candidate specializing in Rehabilitation Engineering at the RELab of ETH Zurich and the Cereneo Foundation. Her focus is on manual dexterity, better understanding of upper limb impairments after neurological injury, and implementing novel assessments into the clinic to enhance the lives of individuals in rehabilitation.
Alongside her academic pursuits, Anna remains to be a passionate athlete (doing mainly triathlon) and loves to spend time with her friends and family. She is a member of the HackaHealth association that organizes Hackathons to craft personalized solutions for daily living for people with disabilities. She volunteers for events like the CYBATHLON, where people with disabilities compete in everyday tasks using assistive technologies.

Club Meeting: Caribbean Latin Music in Oregon
2023-08-03 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Aquiles Montas, bandleader of Conjunto Alegre, will be speaking on Caribbean Latin Music in Oregon. Since coming to Portland 45 years ago, Aquiles has been a leader in promoting Latin Caribbean culture in Oregon and Washington. He shares his knowledge of the music, dance, food, geography and history of the culture.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Aquiles Montas is the bandleader for the Latin music group Conjunto Alegre, which has performed in Oregon and Washington for more than 35 years. He immigrated from the Dominican Republic and has been a resident of the Portland area for 45 years. He graduated from Grant High School in Portland then earned his degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Portland State University. He also studied small business management at Portland Community College. He currently works for Multnomah County as the director of a youth enrichment program in the Northeast Cully neighborhood. He is a proud husband, father, and now grandfather.
In 1984, Aquiles joined forces with his Dominican friend Pedro Beltran and his Puerto Rican friend Amador Marcano to form the Latin music band Ritmo Tropical. In 1987, he broke away and formed Conjunto Alegre (Spanish for “happy band”). That band is still performing all around Oregon and Washington 36 years later, including at the 2023 Wilsonville Rotary Summer Concerts on August 3. Please go to Wilsonville Rotary Summer Concerts website at www.wilsonvilleconcerts.com for more details.
Aquiles has shared the stage with many local and international artists such as Tito Puente. He was selected to play for Cirque Du Soleil in 1999 in Portland and 2000 in Seattle, and has performed and presented at many local events and college campuses. His passion has always been helping people, particularly recent immigrants to find housing, jobs, and health care and with learning the English language. He helps them make connections and find friends through the larger Latin community in the Portland area.
His hobbies and interests include teaching, Spanish, English, dancing, percussion, cooking, history, geography and politics. He will be speaking on the topic of Caribbean music in the Portland area.

Club Meeting: Rotary BREW Fellowship
2023-08-10 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Steve Lack, Vice Chairman of Beers Rotarians Enjoy Worldwide (BREW) Fellowship, will be speaking on BREW Fellowship. Steve is a member of the Rotary Club of Pleasant Hill, California, and a past District Governor for District 5160.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Steve Lack is one of the founders BREW Fellowship, which is an international community of Rotarians who share a love of beer. The BREW Fellowship is one of the newest officially recognized Rotary fellowships. It was created for Rotarians around the world who love to drink and make beer. The BREW Fellowship has been international from the beginning. Its other co-creators include Moses Aryee, past president of the Rotary Club of Accra-West, Ghana, and Past District 5440 Governor Martin Limbird of the Rotary Club of Fort Collins, Colorado.
The goal of BREW is to create the largest fellowship in Rotary. Members also strive to support efforts and projects to bring clean water to those in thirst, since water is the primary ingredient in beer. They learn and practice the Rotary Four-Way Beer Test:
1. Is it ice cold?
2. Is there enough for all concerned?
3. Will it build good times and much better friendships?
4. Can it get any better than this?
For additional information, go to Beers Rotarians Enjoy Worldwide Fellowship website at www.rotarybrew.org.

Club Meeting: From Walk-On to World Champion
2023-08-17 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Sierra Bishop will be speaking about her collegiate rowing career at Oregon State University. She will share her experience from walk-on to World Champion on the US U23 National Team in 2021.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Sierra Bishop graduated in June with her MBA from Oregon State University. She was actively involved on the rowing team and student athlete clubs throughout her time there.

Club Meeting: The Economic Importance of the Latino Community
2023-08-24 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Gale Castillo, President of Canopy, Inc., will be speaking on The Economic Importance of the Latino Community.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Gale Castillo is the president and co-owner of Canopy, one of the largest privately held companies that provides a variety of mental health and wellbeing services globally. Canopy has been recognized by the Portland Business Journal in 2023 as the number one small business “Healthiest Employers” and one of the top innovative companies in Oregon Business Employers.
Castillo is also the chair of the Board of Directors of the Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber (Hispanic Chamber). Castillo previously served as the president and executive director of the Hispanic Chamber for over 20 years. She is one of the founders of the Hispanic Chamber that was established in 1994.
Castillo has worked in both the public and private sector. Public service has included working as an assistant to Gov. Neil Goldschmidt, recommending appointments to boards and commissions. Ms. Castillo was appointed by the governor as the state manager of the Oregon Economic Development Department’s Job Training Administration. In the private sector, Ms. Castillo has worked for AT&T, Pacific Northwest Bell, and RESTOR Communications in management, marketing, and national sales positions.
Castillo has been recognized by many groups over the years for her community service. The most recent awards include:

2023-The Portland Business Journal Women of Influence, Joan Austin Impact Award, the highest award for this event.
2022-The Mexican Consul of Oregon presented Ms. Castillo with the Ohtli Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Government of Mexico to individuals that have worked to “open the path” for new Mexican Americans and Hispanic generations.
2019-Recognized by the Oregon Historical Society as one of “Oregon’s History Makers”.
2016-Congressman Earl Blumenauer recognized Ms. Castillo at his Annual Women’s Leadership Luncheon for outstanding service.
2014-Ms. Castillo was presented with the Legacy Award for Lifetime Achievement for the Minority Enterprise Development Week by the Business Development Institute for playing an integral role in the progress of minority business development.
Also in 2014-Ms. Castillo received a Civic award by the Center for Women’s Leadership.

Ms. Castillo has provided community services to a variety of organizations. Her current community involvements include:

Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber, Board Chair
Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, Portland Branch, Board Member
American Leadership Forum, Class IV Fellow and
International Women’s Forum, Portland

Ms. Castillo is the first in her family to graduate from high school and college. She earned her bachelor of arts from Linfield University, followed by a master of arts in education from Portland State University. She also completed the Executive Education Program at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government, and the Leadership Development Program at the Center for Creative Leadership.
Ms. Castillo is Mexican-American. Her family is originally from the Rio Grande Valley in Texas, which was originally part of Mexico. She was raised in Oakland, California in an ethnically diverse community.
Ms. Castillo is married to Jerry Brown. They have three sons: Anthony Castillo Brown, Robert Castillo Mejia, and Brett Brown.

Club Meeting: Oregon 217 Auxiliary Lanes Project
2023-08-31 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Lili Boicourt and Kelly Martin from Oregon Department of Transportation will be speaking on Oregon 217 Auxiliary Lanes Project and what it means for the region.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bios:
Kelly Martin has been working for ODOT for over 20 years in a variety of roles. The past eight years, she’s been a Project Manager in the Portland office leading teams through engineering design of large highway projects. One of those was the design of the OR 217 Auxiliary Lanes Project. Once it began construction, she shifted roles to work in the construction office assisting leadership in the day to day operations.
Lili Boicourt, a nearly 20-year employee of ODOT works in the Community Affairs office leading outreach activities for many of the highway construction projects in the Portland-metro area. She was on the OR 217 Auxiliary Lanes project team that Kelly led and continues to manage all outreach and communications efforts for that project.

Club Meeting: Water Project in India
2023-09-07 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Sujan Shadrak will speak about Water Project in India. He created a fundraiser to buy reusable stainless steel water bottles for underprivileged kids in India. Sujan has used the money raised from GoFundMe and from the generous donations of members of Wilsonville Rotary Club to buy reusable stainless steel water bottles. Sujan will be discussing how the fundraiser went, along with pictures and statistics to show the members how their money was spent, and what is to come of this project in the future.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Sujan Shadrak is a Junior at Wilsonville High School. His main initiative for a reusable water bottle fundraiser was from his grandparents, who told him about the single-use plastic water bottles that kids in underprivileged areas used and threw away on a daily basis. He has great interest in reducing plastic waste as he has researched bioplastics in hope of developing a sustainable biodegradable plastic that can one day replace plastic all around the world. For his research, he has received recognition from the US Marines, The Ricoh Corporation, Broadcam Masters, and the Lemelson Association. The recognition shows his determination to make an impact in the plastic pollution problem all around the world.
For additional information or if you would like to donate, go to Reusable Water Bottles for Children in India gofundme website at www.gofundme.com/f/reusable-water-bottles-for-children-in-india”>org .

Club Meeting: Meet Your Rotarians
2023-09-14 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Rotary is made up of local professionals who desire to make friends and serve the community. Rotarians Kyle Hagmeier and Glenda Walls will discuss their personal and professional backgrounds.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bios:
Kyle Hagmeier is a Wilsonville, Oregon resident. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Gonzaga University. Kyle is a Retirement Plan Consultant with The Partners Group in Portland, Oregon. He and his wife, Cheyna, are expecting their baby boy very soon!
Glenda Walls has been a Wilsonville resident for 27 years. She and her husband, Ned, have two sons. Glenda has a Bachelor of Science degree from Portland State University. She has been a Certified Public Accountant for 25 years; she started her own practice 19 years ago. She has been volunteering in the Wilsonville community for 26 years.

Club Meeting: Gender Informed Practices at CCCF
2023-09-21 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Joan Palmateer, Superintendent at Coffee Creek, will be speaking on Gender Informed Practices at CCCF (Coffee Creek Correctional Facility). Joan co-founded the Through a Child’s Eyes (TACE) program, a partnership between the Oregon Department of Corrections and the Rotary Club of Wilsonville.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official Bio:
Joan Palmateer spent 30 years working in Oregon’s correctional facilities, starting as a correctional officer and eventually becoming the first female warden at the Oregon State Penitentiary in its 150-year history in 1998, and the founding superintendent of Coffee Creek Correctional Facility in Wilsonville in 2001. She also served as prison administrator for the Oregon Department of Corrections, responsible for oversight of 13 superintendents in 14 prisons across the entire system ranging from minimum to super maximum security. She also spent three years with the Oregon Youth Authority as assistant director of facilities and operations.
After retirement she has continued with consulting and other work, and will be presenting on the Gender Informed Practices Assessment, or GIPA, at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility. The GIPA provides prisons with a measured assessment of their adherence to sound principles of gender responsive, trauma-informed, and evidence-based policies, programming, and practices, from admission to release. Specifically, it explores the degree to which a facility has implemented these approaches.

Club Meeting: Operation Spartan Flag
2023-09-28 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
John Budiao, Founder/CEO of nonprofit Operation Spartan Flag, will speak on the mission, vision, and purpose of operating wood work shop for Veterans who can come and feel useful building things with their own hands.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: John Budiao is a Communications & Controls Technician with a Portland, Oregon natural gas utility company and lives in the Wilsonville, Oregon. He is a State of Oregon Licensed Electrician, General Radio Operator w/ LASER Endorsed technician responsible for company microwave, radio, data cabling, PLC programming, data center building, gas pipe telemetry, tower climbing, and many other company driven tasks. He enjoys camping, reading, running, movies, and most of all spending time with his beautiful wife (Katherine) and his two sons Joshua & Trevor. He looks forward to complete his “life list” of many different activities, helping his youngest son become an Eagle Scout, traveling, and becoming the person he can be. On his free time, he started and is the founder of the non-profit Operation Spartan Flags.
Captain John S. Budiao entered the armed services 28, March 1994 as a US Marine Corps Infantry (0311) member. After his 4 years in the Infantry, he re-enlisted into the United States Air Force Reserve (2002) to the field of Information Management (3AO71) to lead his Squadron as a decorated Records Manager.

Club Meeting: Unveiling the Fountain of Longevity: Latest Breakthroughs in Prolonning the Human Lifespan
2023-10-05 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Brad Moore, Fitness Specialist at Wilsonville Parks and Recreation, will be speaking on Unveiling the Fountain of Longevity: Latest Breakthroughs in Prolonging the Human Lifespan. Join us for an eye-opening lecture that delves into the cutting-edge research on life longevity. Explore groundbreaking studies and advancements that offer promising insights into extending human lifespan, covering topics such as genetic interventions, lifestyle modifications, and the role of technology in enhancing health span. Discover how science is paving the way towards a healthier and more vibrant future for humanity, sparking meaningful discussions on the potential impact of these discoveries on our communities and society at large.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Brad A Moore, ACSM-CPT, NBC-HWC
With over two decades in the field, Brad boasts an extensive and accomplished background in wellness and fitness. His dedication to promoting health has earned him accolades such as the 2006 Governor’s Fitness award from the State of Oregon.
Educational & Professional Qualifications:
• B.S. in Wellness and Fitness, California University of Pennsylvania
• Certified Personal Trainer, American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM-CPT)
• Fitness Technology Certificate, Portland Community College
• National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC)
Brad is committed to ongoing education and strives to integrate a holistic approach in his work, ensuring his clients benefit from the most current and comprehensive strategies in the industry.

Club Meeting: The Fentanyl Crisis in Oregon
2023-10-12 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Ned Walls will discuss the fentanyl crisis in Oregon. Ned is the Deputy Director of the Oregon-Idaho HIDTA (High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area).
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Prior to joining the Oregon-Idaho HIDTA in 2017, Ned retired as a Captain with 27 years of service at the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office in Portland, Oregon. While a member of the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, he had many rewarding positions and assignments but none more so than drug investigations; he spent a total of 19 years as an investigator, supervisor and team commander.
Ned coaches Wilsonville High School varsity football. He has been involved with Wilsonville football since 1998. He was the Wilsonville Youth Sports Football Director for 13 years.
He has a Bachelor of Science degree from Central Washington University, where he played football. Ned is a United States Army veteran.

Club Meeting: Keeping the 'I' in Rotary International
2023-10-19 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Jane VanKuren, Rotarian from Sherwood, will be speaking about Keeping the ‘I’ in International Rotary. More details to come.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.

Club Meeting: Exchange Students’ Experiences
2023-10-26 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Mattie Quinn and Sabrina Mercer-Rott, both Wilsonville High School students, will discuss their experiences as long-term exchange students. They spent winter and spring of 2023 abroad. Mattie traveled to Trelew, Argentina and Sabrina traveled to South Korea. They attended school and will be sharing some highlights of their ten-month exchange adventure.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bios:
Mattison Quinn (Mattie) is 17 years old and a senior at Wilsonville High School. She was an exchange student for approximately 11 months between September 2022 and August 2023 in a northern Patagonia city called Trelew. She enjoys learning languages, running, playing lacrosse, and spending time with her friends. She would like to thank Wilsonville Rotary Club from the bottom of her heart for making her dreams come true and giving her the best year of her life.

Club Meeting: An Update on the New Riverside High School
2023-11-02 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Nic Chapin, Principal of Riverside High School, will be presenting an update on the new high school, which he spent over a year planning. Riverside High School opened this fall and is West Linn-Wilsonville’s District’s (WLWV) newest high school. The discussion will include the planning, the vision of the WLWV, and how the first few months are going.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Nic Chapin has been the Planning Principal for West Linn-Wilsonville School District since July 2021. He was the Administrator/Principal of Three Rivers Charter School in West Linn from July 2018 to June 2021.

Club Meeting: Tolling and Congestion Pricing
2023-11-09 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Zoie Wesenberg, Oregon Deputy Director for ODOT Urban Mobility Office, and Heather Wills, National Tolling and Managed Lanes Director at WSP, will discuss how toll collection and congestion pricing works, why congestion pricing is an option, and what is currently happening with congestion pricing with regards to the delay until 2026.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bios:
Zoie Wesenberg joined ODOT’s Urban Mobility Office as Deputy Policy Director in June of 2023 and serves as the Project Manager for the Regional Mobility Pricing Project. She has five years of experience on strategic delivery and planning for mega-projects and congestion pricing as a Lead Consultant at WSP. She has also worked in the political field, having served as a Transportation Policy Advisor to Congressman Blumenauer and Legislative Assistant for the Oregon State Senate.
Zoie Wesenberg earned a bachelor of science degree in environmental studies and geography from the University of Oregon Clark Honors College and a master’s degree in urban and regional planning from Portland State University.
Heather Wills has an extensive background with federal agencies managing complicated projects and programs. She served as project manager for a $2.3 million environmental impact statement on the Southwest Corridor Light Rail Project for Metro and TriMet. While with the Federal Highway Administration, Western Federal Lands Highway Division, she led a team of environmental specialists collaborating with federal and local project partners to determine the most efficient method for delivering an annual $150 million program of projects.
Heather Wills earned a bachelor of science degree in environmental science, a master’s degree in urban and regional planning, and a project management professional graduate certificate from Portland State University. She is a member of the National Association of Environmental Professionals and the Women’s Transportation Seminar.
Heather was recently honored by the Daily Journal of Commerce Oregon with the Women of Vision Award.

Club Meeting: What Changes with Climate Change
2023-11-16 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Jeff Rubin, PhD, CEM, will define basic concepts for climate change, discuss current and projected climate-change effects in Oregon and the Pacific NW, and identify potential adaptation actions. Jeff is a (semi-)retired emergency manager in local government and recovering geologist.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Jeff Rubin, Phd, CEM, is a (semi-)retired emergency manager in local government and recovering geologist. He teaches at Oregon Institute of Technology’s Department of Emergency Medical Services and with University Hawaii’s National Disaster Preparedness Training Center, serves on the National Academies Board on Earth Sciences and Resources, and has been a state medical volunteer since early 2020.

Club Assembly: Committee Updates
2023-11-30 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
A Club Assembly is a special type of club meeting where Rotarians receive training and updates so they can help fulfill the service mission of Rotary. A Club Assembly occur anytime there is a fifth Thursday in a month.
At this meeting, committee chairs led by Club President Gladys Boutwell will offer half-year updates. They will talk about what their committee has been up to and what it has planned for the coming months. Rank-and-file members will have the opportunity to learn about greater opportunities for involvement and leadership. The public is invited to come and learn more about the various programs, projects and goals of the Rotary Club of Wilsonville.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.

Club Meeting: Rotary’s Visit to Colombia
2023-12-07 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Members of Rotary Club of Wilsonville, Pam Wolfram (Assistant Governor for Rotary District 5100), Jaimy Beltran (Sergeant-At-Arms), and Lauretta MacColman (Rotary Youth Exchange Officer) will discuss their Rotary Visit to Colombia. During the month of September, a team of eight Rotarians (three from the Rotary Club of Wilsonville) traveled to the city of La Plata, Colombia, South America, to help with service projects and participate in cultural exchange. They helped the La Plata Rotarians repair and upgrade the town square for the city of more than 25,000 people.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bios:
Pat Wolfram is the assistant district governor for Rotary District 5100 and a past president of the Rotary Club of Wilsonville. He is retired from the healthcare technologies industry.
Jaimy Beltran is a real estate broker and the owner of Beltran Properties Group, and a member of the Rotary Club of Wilsonville. He was recognized as Wilsonville First Citizen in 2015.
Lauretta MacColman is a member of the Rotary Club of Wilsonville and serves as the club’s Rotary Youth Exchange officer. She is retired.

Club Meeting: The Journey to State Championship Victory
2023-12-14 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Coach Adam Guenther, the Wilsonville High School Varsity Football Coach who has coached for 14 seasons and whose team recently clinched the state championship, will share the compelling story of his team’s path to success. This session promises to be more than just a sports narrative; it’s a testament to determination, success, and the power of teamwork and perseverance.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.

Club Meeting: The Green NW Nonprofit Workforce Program
2024-01-04 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Aaron McNally, Owner and Manager of Mt Hood Ductless and Executive Director of Green NW, shares the impact of his non-profit Green NW. This organization is dedicated to supporting individuals from underserved communities and veterans aspiring to HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) careers.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bios:
Aaron McNally is the Owner and Manager of Mt Hood Ductless and the Executive Director of Green NW. His training and experience in the US Air Force, which began in 1993, inspired him to pursue a career in HVAC. Thirty years later, after starting multiple businesses, Aaron founded Green NW, a non-profit organization dedicated to giving back to individuals from underserved communities and veterans interested in pursuing a career in the HVAC industry. In his free time, he enjoys camping, riding motorcycles and ATVs, and spending time with his family.

Club Meeting: Willamette River Water System Update
2024-01-11 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Marlys Mock, managing the outreach team for the $1.6 billion Willamette Water Supply Program, will discuss updates on the project. Her role involves coordinating and communicating with staff and the public regarding the construction of over 30 miles of large diameter pipeline, a water storage tank, and a new water treatment plant. This seismically resilient system is expected to be operational by 2026, enhancing water supply infrastructure in the region.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio:
Marlys Mock has worked in public involvement and communications in the Pacific Northwest since 1998. She was a consultant for eight years prior to transitioning to public service in 2009.
Marlys began her public service as the Portland Public Schools facilities liaison to Portland Parks & Recreation and to the communities surrounding each school facility. She resolved conflicts, developed partnerships, coordinated the completion of the Long Range Facilities Plan and secured grants to improve the District’s facilities.
Marlys currently manages the outreach team for the $1.6 billion Willamette Water Supply Program. Activities include coordination and communications with staff and the public around construction of more than 30 miles of large diameter pipeline, a water storage tank, and the new water treatment plant. The new seismically resilient system will be online in 2026.
Marlys graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Local and Urban Affairs (Community Development) from St. Cloud State University, Minnesota.

Club Meeting: Update on Wilsonville’s Town Center Plan
2024-01-18 11:45 - 13:00 | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Kim Rybold and Matt Lorenzen will provide an update on the implementation of the 2019 Town Center Plan, which establishes a vision for a vibrant, walkable destination that inspires people to come together and socialize, shop, live, and work. This update will include information on the first mixed-use project to be approved in Town Center and the City’s efforts to assess Urban Renewal as a funding source for some of the Town Center Plan’s infrastructure projects.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio:
Kim Rybold is Senior Planner in Wilsonville’s Planning Division. She has been with the City for over seven years, and is currently managing implementation of the 2019 Town Center Plan. Prior to joining the City, she spent eight years as a planner in the Washington D.C. metro area. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Geography and Urban Studies from Ohio Wesleyan University, and a Master of City and Regional Planning from Ohio State.
Matt Lorenzen has been the economic development manager for the City of Wilsonville since December 2021. He began his career as a high school social science teacher and then pivoted to work in commercial real estate development, where he discovered the world of economic development. Before working in Wilsonville, he held the same position in the City of Estacada for nearly 6 years. Oregon is home now, but he is originally from Phoenix, Arizona. He has lived in West Linn for 10 years, with his wife and 3 kids. Matt has a master’s degree in public administration and recently earned the Certified Economic Developer credential from the International Economic Development Council.
