Feel the Beat     Memphis, TN

DGE & DGN Training   Sept 19-21
DG Training   Sept 20-21
District Chair Training   Sept 21
ERL Training   Sept 22
Institute    September 21-24

Memphis large letters sign in park

Its friendliness, compactness and offerings make it the perfect palce to explore

EXPERIENCE THE ARTS AND SOUND

Wall Mural in Memphis
The HUB logo
Music heritage is so deep, you could lose yourself for a week

Learn about the city’s role in music history and enchanting nightlife

Nighttime street sceene in Memphis TN
Six people having a discussion at a table

Discover new opportunities for your clubs

Captivating Conversations

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Join us for conversations that matter with people like you that are making a difference!

Gordon McInally

Gordon McInally

President Elect, Rotary International

Barry Rassin

Barry Rassin

Trustee, Rotary International

Beth Stubbs

Beth Stubbs

Director-elect, Rotary International Zones 30-31

Rudy Ruettiger

Rudy Ruettiger

Emmy Award-Winning Motivational Speaker

Program Overview

tentative 3-1-2023

TUES. SEPT 26

TUES.
SEPT. 26

1:00 PM DGE-DGN Training Begins
5:30 PM Reception – cash bar
6:30 PM Dinner

WED. SEPT 27

WED.
SEPT. 27

8:30 AM DGE-DGN Training
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM DGE-DGN Training
6:00 PM DG, DGE & DGN Offsite Event & Dinner

THUR. SEPT 28

THUR.
SEPT. 28

8:30 AM DG-DGE-DGN Training
11:00 AM DG-DGE-DGN Lunch
District Chairs, DMC, DRFC, DPIC, District & Club Admins, and District Learning Chairs will also be attending this joint lunch session.
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12:00 PM Pre-Conference Learning Seminars for District Chairs, DMC, DRFC, DPIC, District & Club Admins, and District Learning Chairs,
Topics; Building Strong Support Teams and Sustainability plus Effective Leadership for Your Position
5:00 PM Free Time 
5:30 PM Opening and Keynote: “Transfer Portal” Building Teams Quickly
University of TN Coach Rick Barnes (tentative)
6:30 PM Rotary Reunion Tailgate Party
“Feel The Beat in the Heart of America”
Informal Evening of Food Stations and Street Party Fun with band. Wear your favorite sports themed attire.
8:00 PM Hospitality Lounge Open in hotel

FRI. SEPT 29

FRI.
SEPT. 20

8:00 AM Registration and The Hub Open
7:30 AM Breakfast Buffet
8:30 AM Emerging Rotary Leaders (ERL) Program (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM)
8:30 AM General Session
Mental Health: Dr. Altha Stewart
10:00 AM Break/Activity in the Hub
10:30 AM General Session in the Round: Mental Health
Adverse Childhood Experiences Project
11:00 AM 1. ACEs in your area
2. Human Trafficking: Shawnee Cooper
3. Mental Health RAG: How to Spark a Mental Health Initiative (Bob Anthony, Chair Mental Health Initiative RAG
4. Girls Leading Others Wisely (GLOW) or Girls Up
12:00 PM Break/Activity in the Hub
12:30 PM All Club Lunch and Keynote
Gordon McInally, Rotary International President
2:00 PM Free Time to Explore and Enjoy Memphis
ACEs Training (optional)
Senior Leader Update (optional)
4:30 PM Reception for Major Donors
(by invitation)
8:00 PM Hospitality Lounge Open in hotel

SAT. SEPT 30

SAT.
Sept. 30

8:00 AM Registration and the Hub Open
8:00 AM Breakfast and Keynote: Disaster Preparedness we must Think Big
PRIP Barry Rassin, Rotary Foundation Trustee Chair
Breakfast Buffet Opens 7:30
9:15 AM Break/Activity in the Hub
9:30 AM General Session A in the Round: TBD
Transition to breakouts: choose one to attend
9:30 AM General Session B: Disaster Preparedness and Funding through RI and Zone Grants
with breakouts:

  • 1. Utilizing 501c3 resources
  • 2. Mississippi River Cities &Towns Initiative
  • 3. Disaster Partnerships: Disaster Aid USA
10:45 AM Rapid Brainstorming Session: Empowering Girls
11:00 AM TRF/Global Grant Showcase

  • 1. Heart 2 Heart
  • 2. Caraga Global Grant
  • 3. Creating a Legacy through TRF
  • 4. Support in unique ways
12:15 PM Transition to Lunch
12:30 PM Lunch and Keynote
TBD
2:00 PM Break/Activity in the Hub
2:15 PM Leadership
Or choose
World Café
5:30 PM Director’s Reception – cash bar
6:30 PM Director’s Dinner and Keynote:
Choir: Entertainment
Director’s Dinner and Keynote: Rudy Ruettiger
8:00 PM Hospitality Lounge open in hotel

SUN. OCT 1

SUN.
Oct. 1

7:30 AM Breakfast
A Celebration and Remembrance of Lives Well Lived
8:30 AM Sunday Breakfast & Closing Session
Panel for Closing Remarks by RIP Gordon McInally & PRIP Barry Rassin interviewed by RID Beth Stubbs
10:15 AM Adjournment

The Venue & Accommodations

 

Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel
250 North Main Street  |  Memphis, Tennessee 38103
901-527-7300
website     Must book by September 25, 2023
Rate: $149+tax (24.59%)    BOOK ON-LINE NOW

 

  • The convention center is connected to the hotel via a skybridge. see map below
  • On-site parking is Valet only – Valet parking fee: 29 USD daily
  • The Memphis airport MEM is 12 miles from the venue. 

Join Us for Interactive
Rotary Fun & Engagement

 

REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 1

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For District Governor Elect or District Governor Nominee
DGE or DGN Package includes:
(6 Days T-W-T-F-S-S)

DGE/DGN Training TUE-WED-THUR
Tuesday Offsite Leadership Experience
Tuesday Welcome Dinner
Wednesday Lunch
Wednesday Evening Offsite Event & Dinner
Thursday Lunch
Conference Sessions: THURS Opening Session-FRI-SAT-SUN
Thursday Rotary Tail Gate Party
Friday Lunch
Saturday Foundation Breakfast
Saturday Lunch
Saturday Director’s Dinner
Sunday Breakfast

$TBD
Spouse/Partner $TBD

For District Governors
DG Package includes:
(5 Days W-T-F-S-S)

Wednesday Evening Offsite Event & Dinner
DG Training THUR
Thursday Lunch
Conference Sessions: THUR Opening Session-FRI-SAT-SUN
Thursday Rotary Tail Gate Party
Friday Lunch
Saturday Foundation Breakfast
Saturday Lunch
Saturday Director’s Dinner
Sunday Breakfast

$TBD
Spouse/Partner $TBD

For Past District Governors and any attendee wanting to experience the full Summit
Summit 4 Package includes:
(4 Days T-F-S-S)

Conference Sessions: THUR Opening Session-FRI-SAT-SUN
Thursday Rotary Tail Gate Party
Friday Lunch
Saturday Foundation Breakfast
Saturday Lunch
Saturday Director’s Dinner
Sunday Breakfast

$TBD
spouse/partner $TBD

ERL Package:
(Friday Only)

Emerging Rotary Leader (8:00am – 4:00pm)
includes Friday Lunch

$100

 

Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel

250 North Main Street | Memphis, Tennessee 38103

Memphis Convention Center

264 N Front St Memphis, TN 38103

Zone Institute Contacts

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Jill Pietrusinski
General Chair

Deb Cheney
Registration Chair

Laura Carie and Craig Maxey
Arrangements Co-Leads