Meeting Date 04-06-2026
“Supporting Mental Health in Our Community: A Rotary Conversation on Awareness and Mental Health First Aid“ Did you know that: 1 in 5 people will experience a mental health crisis every year. 48 million people in the US live with a substance use disorder 136 Americans die by suicide per day on average 48% of […]
Meeting Date 03-30-2026
“Engaged Citizenship in Defense of Democracy“ Established nearly 100 years ago, the Charles F. Kettering Foundation is a nonpartisan, nonprofit operating foundation headquartered in Dayton, Ohio. For the past four decades, the foundation’s research and programs have focused on the challenges facing democracy in the United States and around the world. Today, through research, convenings, […]
Meeting Date 03-23-2026
“Dayton Dragons Baseball: Family Fun and a Great Tradition“ Tom Nichols has been the “voice” of Dayton Dragons baseball on radio and television for the past 18 years. He broadcasts all 132 Dragons home and road games each season. He will provide an overview of the Dragons history and success in setting attendance records at […]
Meeting Date 03-16-2026
“Why are Business and Community Leaders Talking about Child Care?“ Groundwork Ohio is the state’s leading nonpartisan research and advocacy organization focused on advancing high-quality early learning and healthy development strategies from the prenatal to age 5 period. Their team will share poll data from Ohio voters and business leaders on how the child care […]
Meeting Date 03-09-2026
“Know The Nominees – a Look at the 2026 Academy Award Nominations” Jonathan McNeal, now in his 25th year of managing THE NEON, will look at the nominees in several of the top categories and give his perspective as to who “should win” and who “will likely win” at this year’s Academy Awards. He will also […]
Meeting Date 03-02-2026
“What is Past is Prologue: Sinclair Providing the Workforce for 2030” For nearly 140 years, Sinclair has been contributing to the health and vitality of the Dayton Region through its strong education and workforce programs. Sinclair graduates are employed by all of the region’s major employers. And Sinclair continues to invest in future technologies such […]
Meeting Date 02-23-2026
“The Power of Pro Bono – Providing Civil Legal Services for Individuals in Poverty in the Dayton, Ohio Region” Service above self extends beyond physical labor—it also includes the gift of time, talent, and professional skill. Summer Hawks, Executive Director of the Greater Dayton Volunteer Lawyers Project, will share how volunteer attorneys and community partners […]
Meeting Date 02-09-2026
“The Insurtech Industry in Ohio” Kyle Babirad, Co-Founder & COO, Authentic Insurance will talk about the growth of insurtech activity in Ohio and some recent successes, how CANARY has helped serve the insurtech industry, and use Authentic Insurance (his newest venture) as an example of a growing venture-funded insuretech business in Dayton. SMILE NEWSLETTER Meeting […]
Meeting Date 02-02-2026
“Honoring Our Roots, Stepping Boldly into the Future” This presentation by Shaun’ta Whitehead, CEO, highlights the enduring legacy of Community Health Centers of Greater Dayton (CHCGD) and its continued commitment to providing accessible, affordable, whole-person care to the community. It reflects on the organization’s history and the values that continue to guide its work, while […]
Meeting Date 01-26-2026
“The Magic of a Special Wish” Being told your child has a life-threatening illness are words no parent is ever prepared to hear. The journey ahead is overwhelming and filled with uncertainty. For 42 years, A Special Wish Foundation has been there to provide moments of inspiration, hope, and much-needed relief—giving families the chance to […]