Thank you Guest Speaker Laura Vanderberg, Ph.D., PCC
Laura Vanderberg, Chief Scientist of Newton Services, LLC. presented "Generational Nuances in Today's World." She explained that today's business environment has volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity, and that means that business as usual won't work.
She explained how everyone from traditionalists to Gen Z have perspectives formed by parents, current events during their younger years, and how they may be motivated at work. Her slides gave some tips for employers when working with people of different generations.
Laura talked about The Great Resignation, with 3% of the US workforce having quit their jobs in August 2021 and how people's reasons for quitting are varied, the ages of the employees are all different and the sectors affected are all different. Given that we don't have data way back to analyze what might be happening, she said there's still more to come on this topic.
Laura offered valuable ways employers can work to retain talent. She also touched on burnout, which the World Health Organization has officially recognized. She explained that burnout has always been around, but it's gotten more awareness during the pandemic and continues to be an important topic. She gave some ideas about how people and organizations can begin to minimize its occurrence.
To learn more about how Laura and Newton Services can help you and your organization contact her at: 307-899-3147 or email
The Christmas party is open to Prescott 100 and Frontier clubs as well.
Camp Wamatochick Service Project
Written by Art Harrington
The winterizing of Cabin 12 at Camp Wamatochick so it can be used year-around is underway.
Join Prescott Sunup Rotary workdays on Saturday, Dec. 11, and Saturday, Jan.22.
On Saturday,Dec. 11: cutting, hanging, taping and texturing the drywall inside the cabin.
On Saturday Jan. 22: assembling the new steel bunks and painting.
Camp Wamatochick Cabin Winterization Workday, Saturday, Dec. 11: We have promised our work crew will be out at the camp and ready to help by 9:00 that morning. We have 8 members so far who have signed up to help us on Dec. 11.
If you'd like to work with us on this project, please email Art Harrington at (arthts@msn.com).
Interact District 5495 Blood Drive
Written by Art Harrington
Our Prescott High Interact was the first club in our district to sign up to help make our first-ever Interact Virtual Blood Drive a success.
The club's flyer includes both a link and a QR code to use to sign up to donate blood to help save lives during the holidays. By using that link or code to pledge blood and schedule an appointment at one of the dates and locations in this area, credit is given to our PHS Interact Club.
The Interact club which recruits the most donors between Nov, 24 and Jn. 7 will receive free registration for all of its members to our Interact District Conference at Centennial High School in Peoria on Feb. 26. Help make a difference!
Jazz From the Heart Prescott Sunup Rotary Foundation Fundraiser
Friday, February 11th, 2022 6PM - 9PM
Hassayampa Inn - Marina Room
Our Annual Fundraiser will take place Friday, February 11th @ Hassayampa Marina Room.
Cash Donations or items for silent auction are needed. Please collect donations from the community. We are making progress but need more large donations. Please focus on Sponsorships at the levels of $5k, $2,500, $1k & $500.00.
Sunup Rotary Club, a 501(c)(3) organization, is seeking community support for sponsorships, donated items and/or services. Raffle drawings, as well as live and silent auctions will be featured throughout the evening.
Proceeds of this event will provide scholarships to worthy, local area high school students, as well as directly enrich our youth in Yavapai County
We appreciate your support and belief in our mission to improve the quality of life for the children in our community.
Thank you for participating with donations and spreading the word!
It's that time of year again when Rotarians from the three Prescott Area Rotary clubs are asked to assist with the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards program.
Please volunteer your pickup or large SUV at RYLA (or as a driver of someone else's pickup/SUV) on the morning of January 15 or 16, 2022 (Sat or Sun) to transport delegates from the main camp area through the woods to the high Ropes course (about a half mile). 2.5-hour shifts are available: 7:00-9:30 and/or 9:30-noon.
Camp Pine Rock - right here in Prescott, will again be the site for RYLA, which will again be held over the Martin Luther King weekend, Friday to Monday, January 14-17, 2022. Individual members from the clubs in our Area have traditionally provided this simple, yet integral service for the RYLA delegates.
Here's how to get involved:
1. Contact noel.j.desousa.gmail.com@clubrunner.email indicating that you would like to serve and your day and time preference. Having your own pickup or LARGE SUV is recommended, but we have a couple available for you to drive if needed.
2. Register as a volunteer at RYLA 5495pinerock.org You will be required to upload a picture of yourself in the registration form and a copy of your Covid vaccination card within the Health form. An email acknowledging your successful registration will immediately be sent to you.
3. Within a few days you will receive an additional email asking that you fill out a background check form. This is required for all RYLA volunteers every year. Among other information, you will need to fill in your Social Security number on the form.
Thank you for providing this service to our Rotary community and our RYLA delegates.
Noel DeSousa
D-5495 RYLA Committee Camp Liaison
In Remembrance of Tony Shaw
Written by A.J. Sheridan
It is with a deep sadness that I share with you the passing of a great Rotarian and friend, Tony Shaw. Please keep Tony’s family in your thoughts and prayers. Tony was a long time member of our club. Joined in 1986 and was President '93 - '94. He was always active in our programs and as a Vietnam Veteran he particularly enjoyed being a participant in our Veterans parade floats, speaking at the Veterans Memorial on special occasions and our annual clean ups.
Tony was also active in the community and served on the Board of the Sharlot Hall Museum. Tony was also an avid mountain biker. Most of all he enjoyed his family and particularly his grand kids.
You don't find better people than Tony Shaw. I like to think that on his way this morning, Tony stopped by our meeting.
Rest in Peace Tony Shaw. You have earned it.
Meeting Notes
Written by Jane Anne Shimizu
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 by Richard Hernandez. The prayer was led by Art Harrington, the Pledge to our great Country by CiscoOrtiz and the 4 way test by Todd Clancy. The song for the day was Jingle bells.
The thought for the day was from Ronald Reagan "Freedom is a fragile thing and is never more than one generation away from extinction".
Jane AnneShimizu gave an update on Jazz from the Heart, our fundraiser that will be held on February 11th. We need silent auction items and raffle items. We need the entire club to get on board with this project.
Art Harrington announced the workday on December 11th for the Camp Wamatochick, more details above.
A.J. Sheridan gave directions on volunteering for RLYLA January 14-17, more details above.
Noel DeSouza asked for volunteers with a vehicle that can hold 7 or more. To register go online to ryla5495pinerock.org. You will need a picture of yourself under 1000 kb. More details above.
Help Spread Sunshine: If you currently know any Rotary members who are going through challenging times or if you'd like to volunteer to make calls and send cards to members and their families during sickness, hospitalization or loss, contact Donna Jacobs, Club Service Director to learn more: thejacobs789@gmail.com
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