Speak to the Riverbend Rotary Club
Inspiring Insights and Thought-Provoking Conversations
U.S. Representative Mike Bost addresses Riverbend Rotarians
We invite guest speakers making an impact our community to speak at our club meetings.
Michelle Wittman - Riverbend Rotary Member Spotlight
This month’s Rotarian Spotlight is Michelle Wittman, an experienced Human Resource professional with ABB OPTICAL GROUP. Michelle is actively involved in community volunteering and lives in Godfrey wit... ...more
Volunteer
March 18, 2024•2 min read
Eric McRoy - Riverbend Rotary Member Spotlight
This month’s Rotarian Spotlight is Eric McRoy, recently retired (sort of!) after he sold his family business in 2021, AdVantage News. After a brief retirement, Eric is once again helping small busines... ...more
Volunteer
February 12, 2024•2 min read
Kotzamanis - Riverbend Rotary Member Spotlight
My position gives me the opportunity to help individuals with their financial needs. Besides my 25 years of banking experience, I have owned rental property for the past 10 years as well as a small bu... ...more
Volunteer
January 17, 2024•1 min read
Sleep Safe Kits from Riverbend Rotary
Members of the Riverbend Rotary Club proudly stand alongside Riverbend Headstart personnel receiving 20 Safe Sleep kits paid for by Riverbend Rotary fundraising and grant from Rotary District 6460. ...more
Volunteer
January 15, 2024•2 min read
Riverbend Rotary Awards Scholarships
(ALTON, IL) – The Riverbend Rotary Club recently awarded $3,000 scholarships each to two 2023 graduates of Alton High School: Madison Ingram and Rebekah Blackmon. ...more
Volunteer ,Presentation
October 03, 2023•1 min read
Trash-ing Our Way to a Cleaner Alton!
Members of the Riverbend Rotary Club proudly stand alongside Milton Road, with bags of collected trash testament to their community cleanup efforts. The camaraderie didn't end with the cleanup – the t... ...more
Volunteer
September 09, 2023•2 min read
🌳🚮🌎 Alton City-Wide Cleanup 2023: Making a Difference Together! 🌎🚮🌳
What a fantastic day it's been, Alton! We couldn't be prouder of our community! 😃🙌 Today, the Riverbend Rotary and Alton Rotary joined forces with hundreds of passionate volunteers to make a real di... ...more
Volunteer
April 22, 2023•1 min read
Debunking the Top 10 Myths About Rotary
Riverbend Rotary Club members rolled up their sleeves to join forces with the community during the annual Alton City Wide Litter Cleanup, showcasing their commitment to a cleaner, greener environment. ...more
Volunteer
March 27, 2023•3 min read
Craft Your Perfect Presentation with
Our New Riverbend Rotary
Speakers' Template!
Speaking to a Rotary Club audience can be an exciting, but sometimes daunting, opportunity.
We've created a template to help guide you in crafting a presentation that not only informs but also entertains and inspires.
Using this tool, you'll be able to articulate your passions, highlight the importance of your cause, and engage your audience in meaningful ways.
As an example, we've used a humorous, imaginative topic: "The Society for the Protection and Advancement of Invisible Unicorns (SPA-IU)".
This fictitious charity serves as an illustrative guide for how you might structure your own presentation, providing a clear and engaging path from introduction to conclusion.
This template, along with Toastmasters best practices, will assist you in building a compelling narrative, connecting with your audience, and delivering a powerful call to action.
Remember, the key to a successful presentation is authenticity, preparation, and a deep understanding of your topic.
Now, it's your turn to bring your passions to the stage. Whether you're
advocating for invisible unicorns, local community initiatives, or global change, we're excited to hear your story and learn from your journey.
Together, we'll continue the Rotary Club tradition of learning, sharing, and inspiring action in our community.
Get started with our presentation template today and prepare to make a lasting impression at your next Rotary Club meeting!
