September 10-14, 2025 | Jacksonville, Florida

About The Event

In the heart of Jacksonville, where the St. Johns River meets the Atlantic Ocean, the city’s waterways symbolize flow, connection, and resilience. Like the rivers shaping its landscape, Rotary flows through communities, sparking innovation and growth. These waters are more than just channels; they carry Currents of Creativity, much like the energy and ideas that drive Rotary’s mission forward.

Jacksonville, with its rich history and vast expanse, embodies the spirit of expansion and transformation—qualities mirrored in Rotary’s commitment to embracing new ideas and creative solutions to global challenges. Just as the rivers flow through the city, Rotary’s creativity flows through our shared service, connecting diverse minds and hearts.

Join us for the 2024 Zone Summit in Jacksonville, Florida, where Rotary’s Currents of Creativity will inspire action, forge connections, and create lasting impact. Together, we’ll explore new pathways of service and innovation, ensuring a brighter future for all.

WHERE
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
Jacksonville, Florida, USA

WHEN
Leadership Training
September 10-11, 2025

Zone Summit
September 11-14, 2025


#CurrentsOfCreativity

Drawing hundreds of ZONE 33/34 leaders together to learn and create lasting change!

Soak up the vibrant energy of Jacksonville and reconnect with old friends! The Currents of Creativity will be flowing at this event, and it’s one you won’t want to miss. We have an incredible line-up of speakers with inspiring stories and plenty of Rotary insight to spark your imagination and fuel your Rotary year ahead. Our exceptional team of trainers will be on hand to answer all your questions and guide you on this creative journey. Expand your reach and connect with fellow District Governor-Elects from Zones 33/34!

This gathering also provides a unique opportunity for DGEs to mingle with rising leaders participating in the Emerging Leaders program. Together, we’ll harness the Currents of Creativity to build “a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves,” starting with the Jacksonville Conference!


About Jacksonville

Stretches of stunning beaches and waterways, the largest urban park system in the country, extraordinary cultural and historical spots, and experiences that engross the mind, body, and inner adventurer lure you to experience Jacksonville.

840 square miles of experiences. Relax on stretches of stunning beaches; paddle through our nature-filled waterways; hike, bike and explore our national, state and city parks; dine in our top-rated restaurants; and take the time to enjoy and unwind in a place that makes it all possible. There’s plenty to do in Jax for families, couples, nature-lovers, adventure junkies, foodies, sports fans, arts and history travelers and more.


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  • Day 1

    Wednesday, September 10

  • Day 2

    Thursday, September 11

  • Day 3

    Friday, September 12

  • Day 4

    Saturday, September 13

  • Day 5

    Sunday, September 14

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  • John Caulfield is a retired Foreign Service officers who represented the United States in nine countries on four continents over a career of 40 years. He ended his career as Chief of the US Mission in Havana, Cuba in 2014. Prior to Havana he also served as Charge d’Affaires at US Embassy Caracas. He retired in Jacksonville along with his wife Nancy who is also retired from the U.S. Department of State. During his career John specialized in the geographic region of Latin America and the Consular function, which involves services to Americans abroad and issuing visas to foreign citizens who want to visit or immigrate to the United States. In the course of his career he supervised the largest immigrant processing offices abroad at the American Consulate General in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico and U.S Embassy Manila, Philippines. He also served as the Department of State’s liaison with the US Congress on immigration and citizenship issues.
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  • Dress: Rotary Casual Attendees:
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    Where
    Florida Theatre

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  • Hamzah Shanbari is the Director of Innovation at Haskell, where he leads the digital transformation journey in the construction industry. He drives initiatives that integrate cutting-edge solutions like AI, IoT, and robotics to solve industry challenges. Hamzah is also a TEDx speaker, author of Paperless Builders, and an advocate for technology-driven change, helping organizations embrace innovation and thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
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  • Q&A with RI and Foundation Senior Leaders Dress: Rotary Casual
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  • Kristin Keen - Kristin lived for five years in Kolkata, India where she co-founded, Sari Bari, a thriving business that gives survivors of human trafficking a way out of exploitation through employment. In 2022, Sari Bari employed more than 100 women. Upon her return to Jacksonville, Kristin started forming relationships with women on the street. She found that the problem of human trafficking was flourishing in her own city and in 2012 she founded Rethreaded. Rethreaded is a safe, supportive work environment where women can start a new career while experiencing continued healing through community. When not at Rethreaded, Kristin is swimming in the ocean at sunrise, playing pickleball, or spending time thrifting for vintage treasures.
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    Ballroom

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  • Greer Johnson Gillis Senior Vice President/Chief Infrastructure & Development Officer Greer Johnson Gillis is a senior vice president and Chief Infrastructure & Development Officer for the JTA. During her 29-year career, Ms. Gillis has implemented sustainable policies and managed large-scale infrastructure projects. Ms. Gillis oversees the System Development Division and is responsible for the following departments: Automation & Innovation; Construction & Engineering; Planning & Sustainability; Facilities Management & Transit Amenities; Small Business & Community Impact; and the Capital Projects Office. Ms. Gillis joined the JTA in April 2020. In her first months at the JTA, Ms. Gillis established the JTA's Capital Projects Office to focus on efficient project delivery, the Sustainability Program Office to elevate sustainability and resiliency initiatives throughout the agency, and initiated the first phase of the Authority's strategic planning efforts. In 2014, Ms. Gillis was honored by President Obama and U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx as a White House Champion of Change: Transportation Ladders of Opportunity. In 2017, she was honored by the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) with the Women Who Move the Nation Local Government Award. In 2022, Ms. Gillis was honored with the COMTO Thomas G. Newsom Founders' Leadership Award, which is the highest award given by the organization. It honors transportation executives and policymakers who have contributed to the growth and development of people of color within their organization. In 2008, she was appointed by the interim director of District (DC) Department of Transportation to serve as the city's transportation lead for the 2009 presidential inauguration. Prior to serving at the JTA, Ms. Gillis held several executive positions in the District of Columbia Government, including commissioner on the Public Service Commission, director of the DC Department of General Services, and deputy director of the District Department of Transportation. She also has many years of private-sector experience working for several engineering companies. Ms. Gillis is an active member of the Women's Transportation Seminar NE Florida Chapter and serves as the 1st Vice President of the COMTO Jacksonville Chapter. She is also a steering committee member of Elevate Women NE Florida, the City of Jacksonville's Better Jacksonville Plan Finance and Project Administration Committees, and a member of the Jacksonville' Women Network. She is a graduate of Leadership Jacksonville Class of 2022, and a graduate of the 2022 Eno Center for Transportation's Senior Executive Program. Ms. Gillis holds a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, and a Master's of Science degree in civil engineering with a concentration in transportation, both from the Georgia Institute of Technology. She is a licensed professional engineer in Virginia and Washington, DC.
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  • In this engaging workshop led by an Emmy award-winning Rotarian, you'll learn how to elevate your presentation skills to make Rotary meetings more impactful and memorable. The session will focus on mastering purposeful body language and slide design principles to build engaging connections with your audience. By the end of the workshop, you'll leave equipped with practical tools to speak with clarity, confidence, and presence. Your facilitator, Bob Wiltfong, has consulted Fortune 100 executives on presentation skills for 20+ years. His clients have included General Electric, Johnson & Johnson, Boeing, Charles Schwab, and T-Mobile.
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    City Terrace 9

  • Session Title: From Challenge to Creation: How You Can Lead the Membership Turnaround Fact: Rotary membership is declining—not because people have lost interest in service, but because we haven’t given them enough choices when joining or options before they leave. In this hands-on interactive session designed specifically for Rotary’s senior leaders, you'll learn how the new North American Club Creation Team (NACCT) is changing the game by offering a structured, supported, and scalable process to start any kind of club—from a Stand alone Rotary Club to a Companion and Cause-Based to Rotaract, Satellite, and beyond. You won’t just learn the system—you’ll experience it. And then you will be able to share it! Through a guided mock “Step Session,” you’ll walk through the stepped process that’s helping clubs and districts across North America grow again—and leave ready to take action in your own district. All of the mystery of new club development is revealed. Whether your district needs a new model to boost retention, engage new demographics, or revitalize stagnant areas, this session will show you how to turn intention into action. Facilitated by: Patrick Longano, NACCT Founder Chris Jones, NACCT Co-founder
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    City Terrace 12

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  • Session Title: From Challenge to Creation: How You Can Lead the Membership Turnaround Fact: Rotary membership is declining—not because people have lost interest in service, but because we haven’t given them enough choices when joining or options before they leave. In this hands-on interactive session designed specifically for Rotary’s senior leaders, you'll learn how the new North American Club Creation Team (NACCT) is changing the game by offering a structured, supported, and scalable process to start any kind of club—from a Stand alone Rotary Club to a Companion and Cause-Based to Rotaract, Satellite, and beyond. You won’t just learn the system—you’ll experience it. And then you will be able to share it! Through a guided mock “Step Session,” you’ll walk through the stepped process that’s helping clubs and districts across North America grow again—and leave ready to take action in your own district. All of the mystery of new club development is revealed. Whether your district needs a new model to boost retention, engage new demographics, or revitalize stagnant areas, this session will show you how to turn intention into action. Facilitated by: Patrick Longano, NACCT Founder Chris Jones, NACCT Co-founder
    Coordinators
    DG
    DGE
    DGN
    Emerging Leaders
    Partner
    PDG
    Rotaract
    Trainers
    Where
    City Terrace 12

  • In this engaging workshop led by an Emmy award-winning Rotarian, you'll learn how to elevate your presentation skills to make Rotary meetings more impactful and memorable. The session will focus on mastering purposeful body language and slide design principles to build engaging connections with your audience. By the end of the workshop, you'll leave equipped with practical tools to speak with clarity, confidence, and presence. Your facilitator, Bob Wiltfong, has consulted Fortune 100 executives on presentation skills for 20+ years. His clients have included General Electric, Johnson & Johnson, Boeing, Charles Schwab, and T-Mobile.
    Coordinators
    DG
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    Partner
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    Rotaract
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  • Angela TenBroeck is a seasoned executive and global leader in sustainable agriculture and economic development, recognized for creating systemic solutions that bridge economic gaps for smallholder producers. As the City of Jacksonville’s first Manager of Urban Agriculture, Agri-ecology, Fisheries, and Land Use Policy, she led efforts to modernize agricultural practices, strengthen food security, and address climate change through partnerships with tribal governments, grassroots organizations, and local businesses.
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    Ballroom

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  • Andy Weitz joined the PGA TOUR in August of 2024, taking on a role leading marketing, communications and investor relations following the incorporation of PGA TOUR Enterprises, a subsidiary of PGA TOUR, Inc. Weitz is responsible for positioning the PGA TOUR brand for current and future investment while communicating its global strategy and performance to the TOUR’s stakeholders and beyond.
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    Ballroom

  • Travel Safe Attendees:
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RI President 2021-22

Shekhar Mehta
Rotary Club of Calcutta-Mahanagar

“Rotary kindled the spark within me to look beyond myself and embrace humanity, service became a way of life for me and I, like many others, adopted the guiding philosophy that ‘Service is the rent I pay for the space I occupy on this earth, and I want to be a good tenant of this earth.’”

President Shekhar will not be able to join us this year in Naples, but his words as spoken during the 2021 International Assembly, provide a look at the man that will lead our great organization.


CDC GUIDELINES

The Zone Leadership Summit will be held with due regard to the CDC GUIDELINES in operation at the time of the event. Given the fluidity of the situation we do not know what these guidelines will be, but you can view the current situation by using this link:

CANCELLATION POLICY

Our payment policies are as follows:

· On or after August 1, a $ 50.00 fee will be applied to any refund if you cancel your Registration. If you are sure that you will not attend, please cancel immediately.
· On or after September 1 no new Registrations will be accepted.
· On or after September 1 all Registrations will be final. If any Registration has a Balance Due, that Registration will be CANCELLED.
· On or after September 1 no refunds will be given for any cancelled Summit Registrations (unusual circumstances may be reviewed by the Summit Team)

Please pay your Summit Registration fees today on DACdb or mail your check to Zone Treasurer Larry Lassiter, P. O. Box 785, Troy, NC 27371.

Please note that all the above applies ONLY to your Summit Registration. If you have reserved a room at the Naples Grande Hotel, you must contact the hotel directly to change or cancel that Reservation.

If you have any questions, please contact Registrations Chair Doug Wolfe at douglas.e.wolfe@gmail.com. Thank you

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Early bird discount expires September 5, 2021