Speakers

Sara Jane Abbot became the new Executive Director in March 2026.  She will tell us about the plans and activities of the WK Chamber of Commerce under her leadership.

Member Sarah Homan is co-founder of this new non-profit group.  GraceNote Collective is an inclusive gospel choir based in the Chicago area. Their mission is to celebrate the tradition of gospel music while inspiring, uplifting, and connecting people. They welcome all singers, regardless of their religious background or faith walk.

Current Distict Governor will tell us what his goals are for Rotary Year 2026-2027, and what is happening with District 6440.

Will Mc Farland, Director of Philanthrophy for Meals on Wheels Northeastern Illinois, and Erin Carter, Vounteer Coordinator, will tell us about how their organization has progressed and grown since the last time we met with others in MOW.

Dick Farcas, Political Science professaro at DePaul University, has presented to us many times. He always has interesting topics;  we are looking forward to the next one.

Glenn Garlick, End Polio Now District Chair for District 6440, will update us on what is happening with the global effort to end polio for good.

Member Jim Pockross is an expert on Medicare issues and insurance in general. He will talk about the issues facing Medicare today.

Dck Farcas will be back with another interesting topic.

Neil Gambow, Founder and Director of Operations for the Trade Collective, will tell us what is happening with this organization. Our club supports this non-profit  which connects young people in our community to local businesses eager to engage, train, and hire tomorrow’s workforce.

Madonna Mission is a not-for-profit organization providing education and resettlement support for legally arrived refugee families with a strong focus on women and elementary aged children. Madonna Mission was founded to create a safe, compassionate, and supportive space for members of the refugee community-empowering them through education and opportunity.