08/14/2026
We would love for you to join us for a meeting and see the great people, work we do, and ways you can grow with us. We meet every 1st, 2nd, 4th, and sometimes 5th Friday every month at Maggiano's in front of Perimeter Mall at 7:00 AM. 🤝
Another incredible Friday morning at the Rotary Club of Dunwoody — and yes, we are now officially opening every meeting with music! 🎵 President Dave Burr is setting the tone for a great year!
🎉 Welcome to Our Newest Members!
Matthew Johnson had the honor of inducting two outstanding new members into the Rotary Club of Dunwoody today — both sponsored by Peter Sherman. And we were delighted to have Andrea Sharper in the room cheering on her husband as he was inducted!
Charles Sharper — Charles is the Executive Director of Clubhouse Atlanta and a servant-hearted leader, storyteller, and advocate committed to helping people and communities thrive. With more than 20 years of nonprofit experience spanning governance, fundraising, program development, and strategic partnerships, Charles brings a rare combination of empathy, collaboration, and measurable results to everything he does. He is especially passionate about supporting individuals navigating mental health challenges and creating opportunities for children to succeed. Charles is committed to expanding Clubhouse Atlanta's reach and building a community of hope, belonging, and transformation. Welcome, Charles! 🎊
Andrew Turner — Andrew is Director of Investor Relations at Wilkinson, where he works to advance the company's mission of improving the dignity of housing and expanding pathways to homeownership. Outside of work, Andrew is deeply engaged in the Atlanta community — as a member of Temple Emanu-El and the Marcus Jewish Community Center, a Board Member Emeritus for the University of Iowa REACH Program, and a board member of the Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta. He holds a BA from the University of Iowa and believes lasting success is measured by leaving communities stronger than you found them. Welcome, Andrew! 🎊
President Dave encouraged all of us to have lunch with our newest members and get to know them. Let's take him up on that!
👥 Wonderful Guests This Morning!
Allison Gorman joined us in support of our speaker, Kat Reynolds from TriNet
Sarah Kotecha, introduced by Peter Sherman, runs a marketing organization focused on the Spanish-speaking community
Andrea Sharper, proudly on hand to watch her husband Charles be inducted into our club
📣 Announcements
🌿 Bounds Garden Cleanup — TOMORROW, August 15 at 9 AM!
Fred Bounds reminded us that the Bounds Garden spruce up is happening tomorrow morning! The more hands the better — please join us at 9 AM and help make the job go quickly!
💙 Rick Otness Update
Great news — Fred also shared that Rick is looking good and is tracking his own recovery progress in great detail. That sounds exactly like Rick! We are cheering you on! 💙
👋 Welcome Back, Louise!
President Dave gave a warm welcome back to Louise Barden — so great to have you back with us, Louise!
🥃 Whiskey Tasting at Louisiana Bistreaux Atlanta — Thursday, August 27 at 6 PM!
Mark your calendars — this one is not to be missed! Join us for an incredible paired dining and whiskey tasting experience at Louisiana Bistreaux. Here's what's on the menu:
🥃 Jim Beam Black 7-Year Aged Whiskey paired with Cajun Spiced Beef Puffs
🥃 Basil Hayden Dark Rye paired with Crawtator Shrimp
🥃 Booker's Jerry's Batch paired with Cajun Creamy Chicken over Jalapeño Gouda Grits
🥃 Booker's Milkshake Batch paired with Grilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary Demi-Glace
🍮 Dessert: Southern Comfort Pecan Pie with Chantilly Cream
Nowhere — anywhere — can you get shrimp, chicken, beef, AND lamb all in the same night with great whiskey! Reserve your tickets using the QR code and enjoy a night out with Rotary. We hope to see everyone there!
For our own Whiskey Tasting that will be held in November, we already have our first official donation of Booker's Bourbon from Steve Dollinger! Thank you, Steve! 🥃 Want to help beyond contributing a bottle? Volunteers are needed for pouring, inventory management, food, transportation, and more. Contact Neal MacDonald if you're interested!
🍹 Thirsty Thursday — Next Thursday at 's Tavern!
Join us next Thursday at 5:30 PM at Marlo's Tavern in Dunwoody for a great evening of fellowship. See you there!
🎭 Dunwoody Diners — "Les Misérables" | September 26
Join the Dunwoody Diners for our next dinner and a show! We will attend a performance of "Les Misérables" at the Springs Theater, Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center (1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs) on September 26. Dinner first at Aldo's Italian Restaurant (6690 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs) at 5:30 PM. You are responsible for purchasing your own tickets — and we strongly suggest grabbing them soon, as this is one of the world's most beloved musicals! Call the box office at 404-477-4365 (Mon–Fri, 10 AM–5 PM). RSVP to Sherry Levy at by September 10.
🌟 This Week's Speaker: Kat Reynolds, TriNet
Mark Galvin introduced this week's speaker, Kat Reynolds, Senior Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility at TriNet. Joining her was Allison Gorman in support. Kat leads initiatives that connect business goals with community needs — spanning employee engagement, corporate philanthropy, volunteerism, and strategic partnerships. With more than 12 years of cross-sector experience at organizations including Veritiv, Mercedes-Benz USA, and United Way of Greater Atlanta, Kat brings a unique ability to build programs that inspire employees and deliver real, measurable results.
Beyond her day job, Kat serves on the Board of Directors for the Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta, has held numerous leadership roles with the Junior League of Atlanta, and has contributed her expertise to the Alliance Theatre and The Atlanta Women's Foundation. She holds a Master's in Arts Administration from the Savannah College of Art and Design — where she was named Student Leader of the Year — and her work has earned recognition from the Atlanta Business Chronicle, United Way of Greater Atlanta, and several national CSR award programs. What an inspiring guest! Thank you, Kat! 👏
📅 Coming Up
🌿 Bounds Garden Cleanup — Tomorrow, August 15 at 9 AM
🍹 Thirsty Thursday — Next Thursday at Marlo's Tavern, 5:30 PM
📋 Board Meeting — August 18
🏛️ Reception for District Governor Cynthia Edwards — August 27
🥃 Whiskey Tasting at Louisiana Bistreaux — August 27 at 6 PM
🎤 District Governor Cynthia Edwards joins us — August 28
🍷 General Meeting: Emily Mendyka, Vino Venue — September 4
💼 General Meeting: Sonal Chandler, Minerva Consulting — September 11
🏛️ General Meeting: Michael Starling, City of Dunwoody — September 25
🍹 Thirsty Thursday — September 17
🌿 Bounds Garden Cleanup — October 10
🍹 Thirsty Thursday — October 15
🥃 Thirsty Thursday Whiskey Raffle — November 19
🎂 Birthdays & Anniversaries — Congratulations!
🎂 Upcoming Birthdays:
David Ready (8/13) | Cathie Brumfield (8/14) | Brian Moran (8/15) | Meredith Morris (8/16) | Charlie Augello (8/17) | Mike Carlson (8/25) | Steve Dolinger (8/31) | Chris Gutschenritter (9/6)
💍 Upcoming Anniversaries:
Marion Bunch — 48 years (8/12) | Charles & Andrea Sharper — newlyweds! 💍 (8/14) | Ron & Louise Barden — 59 years (8/20) 🥂 | Buzz Law — 18 years (8/29) | Rick Woods — 25 years (8/31) | Charlene Hall — 46 years (9/4) | Robert Hall, Sr. — 26 years (9/4)
Congratulations to all — and a very special congratulations to our newest member Charles Sharper and his wife Andrea on their anniversary! 🎉
📆 August is Membership and New Club Development Month!
