LEADERSHIP LENS

ROTARY FELLOWSHIP OF LEADERSHIP EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT PRESENTS

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BIMONTHLY MAGAZINE

VOLUME 01 ISSUE JULY-AUGUST 2023

#LEARNINGLEADERSHIP

We believe in a world where Rotarians and Rotaractors have the leadership skills and knowledge to create positive change in their local and global communities.

Together, we enhance the leadership capacity of Rotarians and Rotaractors by providing education and connecting likeminded leaders through digital resources and leadership events.

LEARN TOGETHER WITH LEADERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

MESSAGE FROM CHAIR LEAD ROTARY FELLOWSHIP REBECCA FRY

Hello LEADers!

Welcome to a new Rotary year for the Leadership Education and Development Fellowship! We have enjoyed a great start to the year so far and I'm truly looking forward to serving as your Chair over the next year, building on the great foundation that has been set by Past Chairs Flo Wackermann and Mitty Chang.

For those that haven't met me, my name is Bec, and I live in Sydney, Australia with my partner Ben, 16-month-old daughter Amelie and our three-year-old spookier pup, Maui. By day I work as a Strategist in Local Government and at night I run my own leadership coaching business, focusing on the application of one's strengths and talents in their personal and professional lives. On the weekends you'll most likely find me off on a trail run or heading on mini outdoor adventures with my family.

Rotary continues to form a significant part of my life. This year I'm focusing my efforts on the LEAD Rotary Fellowship, RYLA Oceania and supporting the Regionalisation Pilot in our Zone. That's a bit about me. I'm very much looking forward to getting to know a bit about you through our Fellowship initiatives. Feel free to reach out and say 'hi', share ideas or ask me any questions throughout the year.

This newsletter is action-packed with updates from our initiatives across July and August, as well as key dates and upcoming events for the months ahead. A final shout-out and thank you to LEADer Saloni Bagwani for her support in pulling the newsletter together - many hands make light work.

Yours in Rotary, Bec

Rebecca Fry Chair - LEAD Rotary Fellowship

MEET YOUR BOARD 2023-2024

REBECCA FRY CHAIR

NADIA VON OESTERREICH CHAIR-ELECT

FLO WACKERMANN IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR

ANNIELA CARRACEDO SECRETARY

FLO HANDS OVER THE WHEEL

The July 15, 2023, General Meeting gathered 15 attendees from diverse backgrounds, spanning Australia, Nepal, Ukraine, England, Germany, the USA, Sweden, and more. It commenced by honouring outgoing Chairperson Flo and announcing the new leadership team for 2023-24. Committee reports showcased achievements, and the meeting promoted international networking & leadership.

JULY 2023 MEET UP SCAN TO READ THE ANNUAL

AUGUST 2023 MEET UP

Our August session, featured none other than the immediate past Rotary International Vice-President, Nicki Scott, speaking on Leading and Inspiring Change - definitely one to catch up on if you get a chance.

We had 18 members attend across 6 continents for this insightful session, covering everything from the start of the change management process, driving results, growth mindset and maintaining momentum.

Following on from her Vice Presidency, Nicki has launched her own business ‘Lead4Good’ which is dedicated to bridging the gap between the For-Profit and Non-Profit worlds.

“Leaders don’t create followers, they create more leaders” - Tom Peters

RETREAT, NOV 17-20, 2023 “Always Be Launching”

Our second official in person event is currently in the works - an innovative leadership retreat in Honolulu, Hawaii (USA).

Grow your leadership capabilities

Get recharged through inspiration and collaboration

Enjoy networking, fellowship, and relaxation

Sharpen and expand your leadership skills

Collaborate with fellow leaders on strategies and ideas to build greater leadership capacity around the world.

Experience the incredible culture that Hawaii has to offer.

Costs are anticipated at $900-$1000 (US) per person, inclusive of the program, meals and accommodation (twin share) at the Modern Honolulu.

Applications for the inaugural 2023 cohort will launch early September at rflead.org.

This is going to be an amazing opportunity for those who attend and hopefully a catalyst for more global leadership retreats in the future. If you want to be one of the inaugural participants then watch this space for more information coming soon.

UPCOMING EVENTS

16th September 2023 - 5pm Australian Eastern

Standard Time (AEST) - Online Leadership ExchangeCome along, connect and meet other LEAD members from around the world!

21st October 2023 - 5pm Pacific

Daylight Time (PDT)

Guest speaker - Past Rotary International Director, Vicki Puliz.

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