Author: Mike Sottak

May 13 2025

   Our two international youth exchange students, Apollo Chang & Isaure Sabotier-Rives Youth , gave us a review of their time spent in Charleston and visiting the US as part of this great program from Rotary.  Apollo, from Taiwan, and Isaure, from France, gave us some insights into their home countries and also provided highlights from the year living in the Lowcountry. A big thank you to the host families who make this possible each year – and a reminder that we need host families for the upcoming year.

More great speakers on tap as we wind down the Rotary year. Check the Keyway from important meeting and events information. To join an upcoming meeting by Zoom use this link and the passcode: Rotary.

 

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May 6, 2025

We got a taste of Spoleto Festival USA, the renowned music and arts festival Charleston hosts each Spring, from our guest speaker Mena Mark Hanna, who runs the event. He gave us an overview of the event’s history and operations, as well as it significant economic impact on the greater Charleston economy. Mena also teased some of the showcase performances – music, theater, performance art – that will grace that many stages and venues scattered across the city in late May and early June, and encouraged Rotarians to buy their tickets for the most poplar event soon.  Visit the festival web site.

More great speakers on tap as we din down the Rotary year. Check the Keyway from important meeting and events information.

To join an upcoming meeting by Zoom use this link and the passcode: Rotary

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April 29, 2025

Paul Fetheringill, head of the SC Small Business Development Council, joined us at our weekly meeting. Paul told us about the services that the organization offers, which is mainly focused on individual business consulting to small businesses.  This includes business planning, financial management, and access to other resources for running a business. The organization’s effort are an important driver for economic development in the state.

Special thanks to everyone who came out for our Spring Social. It was a great event and raised valuable funds for continuing our community giving that supports outstanding projects and organizations. Special thanks to all our sponsors, listed below. Check the Keyway from important meeting and events information.

 

To join an upcoming meeting by Zoom use this link and the passcode: Rotary

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April 15, 2025

Elliot Summey, CEO of Charleston International Airport, gave us update on the growth of the state’s largest airport.  Major expansion plans include adding additional gates, a renovated terminal, better check in, security and baggage services,  and more parking as our region grows and requires more inbound and outbound flights. Elliot talked about how the airport is a key factor in our region’s economic growth and also is the first and last impression visitors to Charleston get so it’s important to have clean, well run facility that makes the travel experience enjoyable and convenient. He gave us an update the addition of more more flights including international routes which hopefully will include with the return of direct flight London Heathrow in the future.

Don’t forget our Spring Social on April 24 at James Island Country Park. Check the Keyway from important meeting and events information. To join an upcoming meeting by Zoom use this link and the passcode: Rotary

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April 8, 2025

Our club made a special field trip to visit one of Charleston’s treasured landmarks and cultural centers. We were hosted by Lissa Frenkle, president and CEO of the Galliard Center and were given an insightful tour of this wonderful facility. Galliard Foundation Chair Jeff Dacy filled us in on much of the rich history and milestones of the venue, providing a new perspective on this incredible asset in our downtown Charleston.

Don’t forget our Spring Social on April 24 at James Island Country Park. Check the Keyway from important meeting and events information. To join an upcoming meeting by Zoom use this link and the passcode: Rotary

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