[D9640general] FW: Rotary/RGHF:Why I Am A Rotarian - Susan Strom

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Why I am a Rotarian? 
Susan Strom 
February 2009 
 <http://www.whyiam.org/> www.whyiam.org 

  
Why am I a Rotarian? 
  
On June 30, 2006, I had the honor of becoming my club's Rotarian of the Year
in Manassas, Virginia.  It was a honor that took me completely by surprise -
and one that means more to me than I could possibly put into words.  My
official membership in Rotary began in 2004, but my history with Rotary goes
back much further. 
  
As a high school senior in Wayzata, Minnesota, my civics teacher informed me
that a local Rotary Club (Plymouth, MN) was willing to sponsor a student to
a 3-day retreat called 'Camp Enterprise'.  She asked me if I'd be interested
in attending and (to be honest) the thought of getting out of school sounded
great! 
  
The camp included students from throughout the Minneapolis suburbs - each
sponsored by their local Rotary Club.  These business professionals used
their personal time to lead seminars in their various areas of expertise.
They covered everything from how to obtain financing to investing in the
stock market to business ethics.  The topics and enthusiasm of the speakers 
enthralled me.   
  
I still have my folder full of notes collected from those presentations.
However, what remains most vivid in my mind is that the men and women who
volunteered their time (and money) to sponsor me and teach me about business
seemed to be having as much fun as I was as a participant.  They genuinely
cared about me and future generations as they shared their business 
experiences and encouraged us to think about the future.  They were amazing
examples of leadership and service. 
  
In 2002, I incorporated and began my own marketing consulting company.  Many
of the concepts I have used to grow my business were first introduced to me
at Rotary's Camp Enterprise.   
  
Something special was ignited in me at Camp Enterprise as I participated in
those seminars.  I saw that giving of ones' time and energy to help others
can make an impact that can resonate years later.  Seeds were planted that
continue to grow in me.  I hope that I can encourage and reach out to others
as much as those before me have.  
  
I am a Rotarian because, just like those before me, I want to work toward a
better tomorrow.   I've got big shoes to fill. 
  


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