Rotary Leadership Pathways: A Leadership Journey

Event Synopsis: Rotary District 6000 Learning Seminar

The Rotary Leadership Pathways Learning Seminar, themed "Create Lasting Impact," is a comprehensive two-day training event scheduled for April 10–11, 2026. Led by District Governor-Elect (DGE) Bill Bruce and District Governor Nominee and Lead Learning Facilitator Gretchen Nollman, the seminar is designed to equip Assistant Governors (AGs), Presidents-Elect (PEs), President Nominees (PNs) and Rotaracts, with the tools and leadership strategies necessary for a successful 2026-2027 Rotary year.

Day 1: Friday, April 10th – Foundation & Fellowship

The opening day focuses on establishing the leadership pathway and fostering connections among district leaders.

• Afternoon Sessions (3:00 PM – 5:30 PM): Following the opening comments and a 2026-2027 theme video, attendees will move into specialized breakout tracks:

  • Assistant Governors: Focusing on their role and "Leading with Impact".

  • PEs & PNs: Exploring "The President’s Workbench" and essential tools for success.

  • Rotaractors: Focusing on purpose, teamwork, and setting the stage for their year.

• Keynote Insight: Sarah Ennis, President & CEO of Spark Point Inc., will deliver a presentation on Servant Leadership.

• Evening Social (6:00 PM – 10:00 PM): The group will travel to the Renaissance Savery Hotel for a fellowship event featuring appetizers and networking focused on club goals for the upcoming year.

Day 2: Saturday, April 11th – Strategy & Execution

The second day is dedicated to technical skills, goal setting, and core Rotary pillars.

• Morning Workshops (8:00 AM – 11:30 AM):

  • Breakout Track 1: Topics include work-life balance within Rotary, servant leadership, and effective club/board meeting management.

  • Breakout Track 2: A deep dive into the "Data/Tech Tool Kit," including ClubRunner and MyRotary, alongside sessions on leading through challenges.

  • Goal Setting: A dedicated hour for PEs, PNs, and AGs to review and enter goals for their term.

• Mid-Day Highlights (11:30 AM – 1:10 PM):

  • The District 6000 Annual Meeting will take place during the lunch buffet.

  • Presentations on supporting youth and a spotlight on the "Hall of Friendship".

• Afternoon Core Sessions (1:15 PM – 3:00 PM): Attendees will rotate through three critical "CORE" sessions:

  • Membership: "Grow and Glow" with Jennifer Chittendon.

  • Public Image: Strategies for the "secret sauce" of Rotary’s brand.

  • The Rotary Foundation: Understanding global impact and changing the world.

Closing (3:00 PM – 4:00 PM): The event concludes with a guest speaker from AARP on grants/resources and a final session on creating a leadership legacy.

Your Path to Becoming the Best Leader You Can Be In Rotary—and in life.

The event includes the District Annual Meeting where PEs cast their club's votes. If the PE can't attend to vote, email the Vote Proxy at left.

If there is a problem with registering, contact dis6000admin@Lisco.com.