Membership Committee

 
Our District Membership Team is here to support you. Please click each name to contact them by email:  
 
Members:
 
Scott Hebert AG - Chair (Cambridge Sunset)
 
Hashim Taqvi -(Mississauga)
 
Sunil Sharma AG - Innovative Club Advocate (Brampton South)
 
Abiola Akinremi (Milton) - Membership Development
 
Bobbi Ferguson AG (Shelburne)
 
Melodie Mensch AG (Kitchener Conestoga)
 
Wale Osamiluyi AG (Milton)
 
Ralf Soeder AG (Oakville) 
 
Jananee Savuntharanthan (Passport Club South & Rotaract Missisauga)
 
Kelly Mwanza (Rotaract Waterloo Region)
 
Jatin Arora (Rotaract Waterloo Region)
 
Paul Walman (Kitchener Grand River)
 
Ex Officio:
 
Susanne Zbinden, DG
(Orangeville Highlands)
 
Uche Okugo, DGE (Brampton)
 
Rob Galloway, DGN (Fergus-Elora)
 

RD7080 Membership Sub-Committees

Membership Engagement Subcommittee

- Dedicated to member retention and satisfaction by ensuring meaningful involvement and value in Rotary.
- Supporting clubs in developing mentorship, recognition, and learning opportunities.
 
Melodie Mensch, Subcommittee Chair
TBD
 

New Club Development Subcommittee

- Concentrated on the formation of new Rotary, Rotaract, Cause-based, and Satellite Clubs.
- Working with community leaders and clubs to identify opportunities for expansion.
 

Wale Osamiluyi, Subcommittee Chair

TBD

 

Membership Attraction Subcommittee

- Focused on identifying and implementing strategies to bring new members into Rotary.
- Collaborating with clubs on innovative recruitment initiatives and outreach.

 

Sunil Sharma, Subcommittee Chair

TBD

 

Communication with AGs & Clusters:

 

Cluster

Responsible Person

Alumni & E-Clubs

Scott Hebert

Brampton

Sunil Sharma

Burlington

Abiola Akinremi

Cambridge

Scott Hebert

Dufferin Erin Caledon

Bobbi Ferguson

Guelph & Wellington

Hashim Taqvi

Kitchener Waterloo

Melodie Mensch

Mississauga

Hashim Taqvi

North Halton

Wale Osamiluyi

Oakville

Ralph Soeder

Woodstock Oxford

Scott Hebert
 

Membership Summit Organizing Group - Proposed

- Scott Hebert, Co-Chair
- Paul Walman,
- Sunil Sharma, Innovative Club Advocate
- Susanne Zbinden, District Governor 
- Uche Okugo, District Governor Elect
- Rob Galloway, District Governor Nominee
- Doug Vincent (Ad Hoc Member)

HOW TO STRENGTHEN YOUR MEMBERSHIP

 
Building your club by strengthening its membership and attracting new members is critical to its success.  Rotary International has developed a wide range of resources to help clubs grow and thrive.  Progressive clubs rely on many concurrent strategies to remain vital and build membership. Below are some of the many resources and strategies you can use to strengthen your club.   
 

Assess Your Club

Whether your club is strong or struggling, taking the time to evaluate what you’re doing is a worthwhile endeavor. 
 
  • Use this guide to help grow and diversify your club’s membership, and make the best use of your members’ expertise and skills..
  • Identify your club's problem areas and make changes to help it stay relevant for members and the community.
  • Take steps to understand why members leave your club.  These insights can be revealing and help address serious issues. 

Engage Current Members

Rotarians work hard to deliver an experience that will keep members excited about Rotary. Here are some strategies you can use:
 
  • Ask members for their feedback using the Member Satisfaction Survey.
  • Take this Learning Center course to develop strategies for engaging people at all stages of membership. 
  • Listen to what works at other clubs throughout the world.
  • Use video resources from recent Rotary events to supplement your club meetings. 
  • Encourage members to get involved in their club, community, and the Rotary world for a more meaningful experience.
  • Connect members with opportunities to develop their professional skills and expand their networks. 
  • Recognize member's accomplishments, dedication and service to their club and community. 
  • Encourage members to take on leadership roles.
  • Keep members involved in club projects and activities.
  • Communicate your club's activities and priorities at meetings and through other channels of communication (monthly email updates, Facebook, Instagram).

Develop & Sustain a Fun, Vibrant Club

You club members have many options to fill their day and use their time. Take steps to create a club environment that makes Rotary IRRESISTABLE.  Don't leave it to chance. 
 
  • Start your club on a path to vibrancy. Successful clubs engage their members, conduct meaningful projects, and try new ideas.
  • This Learning Center courses will help you learn more about Rotary's DEI statement, what DEI means, and how you can put it into practice to create positive experiences.
  • Learn about different club models that will attract new audiences in your region. All clubs share similar values and a passion for service, but no two clubs are the same because each community has its own unique needs.
  • Develop a long-term strategy for boosting membership.

Connect With Prospective Members

Growing you club can be as simple as 'Everyone, bring one'.  Here are some strategies that will increase the chances of success.  
 
  • Check out the "All You Have to Do is Just Ask" guide
 

Follow Your Membership Leads

Eureka!  Someone is interested in Rotary. Here's what to do next! 
 

Make New Members Feel Welcome

You never get a second chance to make a first impression. The approach we use to welcome new members into our clubs has a lasting impact on overall member satisfaction.  The following tools and strategies can increase your chance of success.      
 

Other Tools and Resources

  1. Attracting and Engaging Young Professionals in Rotary - YouTube      
  2. Growing Rotary Through Transformation - YouTube
  3. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - YouTube
  4. Membership Success Stories - 7080 Clubs - YouTube
  5. Membership Plan - How To - Rob Galloway (Apr 26, 2023 Webinar)

"Membership Mondays" - Zone 28/32