After graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Fresno State University, California, in 2008, Bob then began working for a casual luxury retailer. Although he worked up to a management role, where he was leading a team of 1,000+ workers, after eight years with the company, Bob decided to make a major career change. In 2013, Bob took an internship with the California League, Colorado Rockies affiliate, Modesto Nuts. In this position, he was responsible for many different responsibilities including developing of the Nuts' social media, marketing, and advertising platforms.
In the fall of 2016, Bob joined the then-named New Orleans Zephyrs as the team embarked on a complete rebrand, transforming into the Baby Cakes. The Baby Cakes rebranding was hugely successful, resulting in over three-quarters of million dollars in merchandise revenue, in a little over one year. Following the 2017 season, Bob was promoted to assistant general manager. In this role, he was responsible for marketing; social media; and all game day responsibilities, employees, training, and the internship program. Thanks to his previous experience in the retail management and internet marketing industries, Bob was able to apply his versatile skills to many aspects of his baseball responsibilities.
Bob moved once again from New Orleans to Wichita as he excitedly joined in the process to aid in the building of the Wichita Wind Surge brand. Previously serving as Director of Fan Experience, he was responsible for the many aspects of the business as it related to the fan experience. He now serves as the team's General Manager.
Thank you to our members for submitting nominations for our club's Service Above Self Award for this year. Our "Service Above Self" Nominating Committee will meet after today's club meeting to make the final selection.
West Wichita Charitable Foundation
Grant Request
Due to the success of the Rotary Club of West Wichita’s fundraising efforts for our West Wichita Charitable Foundation (WWCF), we occasionally have a limited amount of funds available for additional charitable or educational initiatives. This year, the board has made available a total of $5,000.00 from our club’s Foundation fund to fund worthy projects brought forth by our members, in support of an educational or charitable initiative.
A list of the qualifications, guidelines & application for a grant request is available on the back table at our meetings or Diane can email that to you upon request.
The Grant request applications can be submitted to Diane now through April 30, 2023. Funds for any approved project will not be disbursed prior to July 1, 2023.
Please address any questions to Joey Timmer, Club President, Colby Reynolds, President-Elect or Mindy Wagner, board representative.
ABOUT OUR CLUB...
DAVID WEBER EXTRA EFFORT AWARDS
During the school year, our club recognizes students at Lawrence & Benton Elementary schools from a different grade level each month for the “extra effort” they’ve given in their classroom. Teachers are asked to choose a student from their class for this recognition. Terry Gardner, Project Chair, along with another club member, presents the selected student with a framed certificate in their classroom. In 2012, the board voted to name the award posthumously after David Weber, Charter Member of our club, to honor his years of involvement with this project.
RED BADGE PROGRAM
New members are presented with a temporary red badge to wear at our meetings. The red badge will not only identify them as a new member of our club but also participation in this program will assist them in expanding their knowledge of Rotary and present to them opportunities for Rotary service and fellowship. Upon completion of the program, they will receive their permanent blue luncheon badge.
MAP PAINTING
Organized by Jon Roper
When: Saturday, April 1, 2023, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Where: Maize Intermediate School, 9701 W. 37th St. N.
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CLUB INDUSTRY TOUR
Maize Career Academy
April 11, 12:00 noon
Reservations required
Make reservations to attend our club meeting on April 11, held at Maize Career Academy, 45th and 119th. The Culinary Arts students will prepare and serve our meal and tell a little about their program. Our regular meeting room at RHCC is not available to us that day so these alternate plans were made.
LIBRARY BOX
Sharon West reported that she was able to purchase 28 books for our Library Box from a $20 donation from a member. Heidi received additional donations at last week's meeting to purchase books for the box. Sharon reported that the box empties out quick during warmer weather so donations are appreciated!
MEETING INFORMATION
ATTENDANCE
Last week: 60%
Membership: 60
Last year: 48%
Membership: 63
HOLIDAY RAFFLE: Randy Bowles drew an 8 and won $8 in last week's raffle. The pot this week, if an Ace is drawn, will be over $167.
HAPPY BASKET: $13
NO STAR CLASS IN MARCH
The next STAR CLASS will be held on April 18, 11:30 a.m. at RHCC
before our club meeting. The topic will be "Interact Rotaract, Youth Exchange".
MARK YOUR CALENDAR...
Our meeting on April 25 is being cancelled to offset the cost of our Murder Mystery club social on June 30. More info to come.
MARCH
BIRTHDAYS
Annie Pfeifer
March 5
Bob Broeckelman
March 28
CLUB MEMBERSHIP ANNIVERSARIES
Jodi Besthorn
25 years
Maurice Linnens
30 years total
(Charter Member 1987-1994;
rejoined 2000 - present)
LAST CALL!
ROTARY DISTRICT 5680 CLUB SOCIAL
AT ROXY'S DOWNTOWN
Sunday, April 16, 2:00pm
"Ride the Cyclone"
Reservations due by March 15
Cost: $25.00 per person
(regular price is $35)
This is a special showing just for us! It is not open to the public but you are welcome to bring guests – family, neighbors, etc. Expose them to Rotary having fun together! Their system is ready to accept reservations now. Call 316-265-4400 to make your reservations and pay. Indicate which club you are with when you make your reservation.
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2023 Heartland PETS: (President Elect Training Seminar)
Thursday, March 30, 5:00 pm
Saturday, April 1, 1:00 pm
Salina Hilton Garden Inn
3320 S. 9th St., Salina, KS