Rotary Club of Seattle - Seattle #4

11/28/2025

Join the Rotary Club of Seattle for our next meeting in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, December 3. If interested in attending, please email [email protected] for more information.

WA State Secretary of Health Dennis Worsham

In this conversation, Dennis will reflect on the lessons, surprises, and insights gained during his early months leading Washington’s public health system. We’ll examine the challenges affecting access, quality, and community wellness- and the strategic opportunities emerging for long-term improvement. This is a pivotal moment to reimagine what a healthy Washington can look like.

11/14/2025

Join the Rotary Club of Seattle for our next lunch meeting on Wednesday, November 19th in downtown Seattle. Guests, please email [email protected] for more information or to register.

Arts Panel Featuring Bill Berry (Director of the 5th Avenue Theatre), Vivian Phillips (Founder of Arte Noir), and Jeff Herrmann (Managing Director of Seattle Rep)

Recently, the Chronicle of Philanthropy featured two timely articles—one on the health benefits of arts engagement and another on the value of collaboration among nonprofits. These themes resonate deeply with arts and nonprofit leaders everywhere. This session explores how two of Seattle’s legacy arts organizations are partnering to amplify their impact and better serve our community.

11/07/2025

If you are looking to learn more about the Rotary Club of Seattle in a relaxed social environment, consider joining us for our November evening event social next Wednesday, November 12 in downtown Seattle.

For more information, please email [email protected].

10/29/2025

Join the Rotary Club of Seattle for our next meeting in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, November 5. Guests and those interested in membership, please email [email protected] for more details.

The Future of Public Broadcasting

Public media is at a crossroads. Join three local leaders — Rob Dunlop (Cascade PBS), David Fischer (KNKX), and Tina Pamintuan (KUOW) — for a candid conversation about the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of mission-driven media produced in the public interest. The panel will include an open Q&A — bring your questions.

10/17/2025

Join the Rotary Club of Seattle for our next Zoom only lunch meeting on Wednesday, October 22. Guests and those interested in membership, please email [email protected] for more details.

Seattle Rotary Service Foundation Community Partners Panel Discussion

Basic needs are the foundation for thriving communities. Without stable access to food, housing, and safe spaces for kids, it’s nearly impossible for families to build toward stability. On Wednesday, October 22nd, you’ll hear from SRSF's three legacy organizations who address these needs every day and what they are facing in this new and more challenging environment. Panelists: Julie Morris/Wellspring Family Service, David Bobanick/Harvest Against Hunger and Tim Batten-King/The Rotary Boys & Girls Club.

10/10/2025

Join the Rotary Club of Seattle for our next lunch meeting in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, October 15.

Shannon Braddock, King County Executive

Shannon Braddock has 15 years of local government experience and is the first woman to serve as King County Executive. She is committed to providing strong and steady leadership for the people of King County and delivering the essential services communities rely on, from roads, parks and trails to public transit, health, safety and more. Executive Braddock is nearing the end of her time in office and looks forward to this opportunity to connect with the Seattle Rotary community.

09/26/2025

Join the Rotary Club of Seattle for our next lunch meeting in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, October 1. Guests and prospective members, please email [email protected] for more info.

Gordon McHenry, United Way of King County

We survived the Pandemic and yet the amount of hunger, housing instability, and homelessness is increasing. Hear perspectives on the continuing challenge of ensuring all residents of King County are meeting their basic needs. And why is it so difficult to reduce the amount of basic need in one of the most wealthy, compassionate, and generous regions of the US?

09/19/2025

Interested in learning more about the Rotary Club of Seattle - Seattle #4? Join us for our next Zoom only meeting on Wednesday, September 24. If you are interested in attending, please email [email protected] for more information.

Young Professionals Economics Panel

Ready for a lively conversation on what it really takes to succeed in 2025? Join us as past president Dorothy Bullitt moderates a dynamic panel with Rotarians, Jenn Gladish, Garin Wedeking, and Stephen Morse—three young professionals with very different backstories and perspectives. They’ll swap honest stories about paying for college, buying a home, juggling childcare, and planning for the future—all while living in an economy that looks nothing like it did a generation ago.

Get set for some candid talk, friendly banter, and maybe even a little debate as we tap into what’s changed—and what hasn’t—for those just starting out today. Whether you’re nostalgic for the interest rates of the ’70s or curious about what retirement means for Millennials, you won’t want to miss this chance to hear—and join—the conversation. Tune in, bring your questions, and let’s bridge the gap together!

09/12/2025

Join the Rotary Club of Seattle for our next club lunch meeting in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, September 17. Our theme this month is economy and guests can find more information by emailing [email protected]

Markham McIntyre, Director of the Seattle Office of Economic Development and Jon Scholes, President & CEO of the Downtown Seattle Association, club member

Worker foot traffic continues to climb downtown. The average daily number of employees reached a post-pandemic high with more than 154,000 daily worker visits in July, the highest number since February 2020. This marks the second consecutive month reaching 66% of the volume comparable to 2019 levels.

Join Jon Scholes and Markham McIntyre as they examine where we were a few years ago, where we are now and the progress that’s been made, and where we go from here when it comes to downtown recovery and public safety.

09/03/2025

https://www.rotary.org/en/olayinka-hakeem-babalola-selected-to-be-2026-27-rotary-international-president?fbclid=IwdGRjcAMlQphleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHoZ4WMRpTCJIP21HZ7HW8hlLKNDhqSLuI1iWbVakjAWqYn1zmiJPlQC3XvxX_aem_4duGlirejuzzof0vTMqADg

Olayinka Hakeem Babalola, a member of the Rotary Club of Trans Amadi, Nigeria, has been selected by the Board of Directors to become Rotary International’s president for 2026-27.

08/29/2025

Join the Rotary Club of Seattle for our next lunch meeting on Wednesday, September 3 in downtown Seattle. Guest? Interested in membership? Email [email protected] for more info.

Brian Surratt (Greater Seattle Partners) and Chris Mefford (Community Attributes)

Economist Chris Mefford will help us look at new data and speak to what’s happening in the global and national economy, and what it means to Seattle and Washington state. In addition, hear from Brian Surratt, CEO of Greater Seattle Partners, and where he sees local leadership strengths and opportunities.

08/22/2025

Join the next Rotary Club of Seattle club meeting on Wednesday, August 27 on Zoom only. If you would like to attend, please email [email protected] for the link.

Alesha Washington, Seattle Foundation

Join us for an interactive discussion on civic engagement and why it matters with, Alesha Washington, Seattle Foundation's President + CEO. We'll cover the "what and how" of civic engagement, the disparities that exist, and Seattle Foundation's role in fostering civic engagement and participation in our region.