President Jay Einstein welcomed everyone to the meeting.
Notes Taken By: Alicia Fichera
Pledge: Becky Lein
4-Way Test: Kenny Dondero
Prayer: Pastor Heather
Announcements
President Jay Einstein opened the meeting by welcoming all guests.
Diane Alcantara reminded us about the upcoming AMURTEL International Boutique Fundraiser, happening during our next lunch meeting on 12/17. Get ready to shop for a cause! This is the perfect chance to find unique and meaningful Christmas gifts for your loved ones while supporting an incredible initiative. Don’t miss it!
Karen Bauman reminded us of the Holiday Dinner which will take place on December 10th at the Savoy. There will be no lunch meeting this day. Check your emails for official invitation! Don't forget to RSVP!
Everyone sang "Happy Birthday" to Melody Montgomery who celebrates her birthday on 12/6!
Eileen Duffy let everyone know about the handmade ornaments that will be for sale at the 12/17 luncheon. Proceeds will go back to Rotary for Ed's Scholarship Fund.
Maureen Simmons called up Susanna Philippoussis. Susanna was pinned a Paul Harris plus 2 pin in recognition of her swift and impactful efforts on Foundation donations by Michael Thompson, who was here visiting recently.
Susanna mentioned how much she loves being part of Rotary. She loves everyone in this group and she is excited every week to be a part of this organization.
~ Suzanne Bogan Martinelli, Health Hospice and Palliative Care, Sponsor- Gail Marino.
~ Dr. Alan L. Burkhardt, Compass Academy Charter School, Sponsor- Gail Marino
~ Rachel Seaman, TD Bank N.A., Sponsor- Denise Jackson
Proposed New Members:
~ Joseph (Joe) Cortez is being proposed for membership. Joe is the Executive Director of the Foundation at CompleteCare Health Network. He is a Bridgeton resident and currently a member of the Rotary Club of Bridgeton. Joe will be transferring to Vineland Rotary Club. Sponsor- Gail Marino.
~ Rebecca (Becky) Lein is being proposed for membership by Denise Jackson. Becky is the Director of Development at Cumberland Christian School here in Vineland. She is a Pittsgrove resident, married to husband Dwight Lein with four children – Victoria, Daniel, Christian, and Alathea.