Rotary Florida PETS Friday, March 6, to Sunday March 8, 2026
FRIDAY AFTERNOON SESSION
Recording of FULL SESSION, Friday Afternoon, March 6, 2026 featuring the opening flag ceremony, PETS Chair PDG Marcy Ullom, PE Zi Azizi, PETS General Counsel PDG Kerry Anne Schultz and Rotary International Director-elect Marshall Butler.
Recording of GUEST SPEAKER SEGMENT ONLY, Friday Afternoon, March 6, 2026. Rotary International Director-Elect Marshall Butler shares his journey with Rotary, focusing on service and the fight against polio. He emphasizes storytelling as a tool for expanding Rotary’s impact and introduces regional action plans to enhance club experiences and boost membership. The narrative concludes with a call for innovative storytelling methods, including a widely resonating video, to foster engagement and deepen understanding of Rotary’s mission.
FRIDAY EVENING SESSION
Recording of FULL SESSION, Friday Evening, March 6, 2026 featuring PETS Chair PDG Marcy Ullom, and Kristin Keene, CEO & Founder of Rethreaded.
Recording of GUEST SPEAKER SEGMENT ONLY, Friday Evening, March 6, 2026 – This video features Kristin Keen, founder of Rethreaded, discussing her impactful work supporting survivors of human trafficking. Rethreaded provides employment and comprehensive services to women, empowering them to rebuild their lives. The presentation highlights the critical need to disrupt human trafficking by addressing demand and supporting survivor recovery. Learn how Rethreaded’s mission aligns with Rotary’s values and how you can contribute to this vital cause.
SATURDAY MORNING SESSION
Recording of FULL SESSION, Saturday Morning, March 7, 2026 featuring DGE’s Linda Johnson and Howard “Bo” Norton, and Past Rotary International Director, Drew Kessler.
Recording of GUEST SPEAKER SEGMENT ONLY, Saturday Morning, March 7, 2026 – PRID Drew Kessler
Past RI Director Drew Kessler, Senior Vice President at M&T Bank and Rotary champion, shares his transformative journey with Rotary since 2001. He highlights the profound impact of mentorship, community, and family involvement in fostering belonging and engagement within the organization. Kessler’s personal anecdotes illustrate how feeling welcomed and valued cultivates active participation and lifelong connections.
SATURDAY NOON SESSION
Recording of FULL SESSION, Saturday Afternoon, March 7, 2026 featuring DGE’s Marcia Gaedcke and Pete Pecci, and Past Rotary International President, Barry Rassin.
Recording of GUEST SPEAKER SEGMENT ONLY, Saturday Afternoon, March 7, 2026 – PRIP Barry Rassin
This video features Barry Rassin, Past President of Rotary International, discussing the vital role of club leaders in member engagement and retention. He stresses understanding member priorities, fostering fellowship, and adapting to attract younger generations. Rassin highlights Rotary’s commitment to impactful service projects and the importance of the Rotary Foundation, underscoring ‘Service’ as its core value.
SATURDAY EVENING SESSION
Recording of FULL SESSION, Saturday Evening, March 7, 2026 featuring DGE’s Dennis Wallace and Clayton Hicks, and Rotary International President-Nominee, Larry Lunsford. Later in the video, PDG George Robertson-Burnett leads a lively auction.
Recording of GUEST SPEAKER SEGMENT ONLY, Saturday Evening, March 7, 2026 – RIPN Larry Lunsford
District Governor-Elect Dennis Wallace welcomes Rotary International President Nominee Larry Lunsford. Lunsford, a distinguished CPA and executive, shared insights on Rotary’s strategic roadmap, core values, and ambitious goals. He emphasized the organization’s commitment to eradicating polio, building peace, and achieving sustainable membership growth towards its 125th anniversary.
SUNDAY MORNING SESSION
Recording of FULL SESSION, Saturday Morning, March 8, 2026 featuring DGE’s Mark Middleton and Michael Franklin, and Past Rotary International Director, John Smarge.
Recording of GUEST SPEAKER SEGMENT ONLY, Sunday Morning, March 8, 2026 – PRID John Smarge
Past Rotary International Director John Smarge, shares profound insights on leadership for President-Elects at Florida PETS. Drawing from his extensive experience, Smarge emphasizes the power of intentional leadership, focusing on creating “Lasting Impact” through motivation, member engagement, and fostering a positive club culture. He advocates for authentic leadership, encouraging leaders to connect with members individually and celebrate achievements to build stronger, more vibrant Rotary clubs.