The June 25, 2025 meeting marked the 72th presidential transition for the Rotary Club of Edina. During this meeting current president, Lisa Walker, handed over the presidential duties to Gerry Norton. Gerry joined the Edina Rotary Club in January 2000. His sponsor is Jon Barnett and his classification is Commercial Real Estate. The 2026-27 board of directors will be President, Gerry Norton; President Elect, Erica Allenburg; Treasurer, Catherine Gump; Secretary; Mark Jessen; Past President, Lisa Walker. 2026-27 Committee Directors are: Community Grants-Local, Corey Falls; Youth Services, Brent Lundell; International Grants, Wade Thommen; Social Activities, Julie Westbrock; Community Service Projects, Amber Tyrrell; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Tanwi Prigge; Public Image, Sandra Krebsbach; Club Administration, Mike Martiny; Membership, George Esbensen; Rotary Foundation, Bob Scott.
With our Rotary fiscal year closing on June 30th, time is running out to achieve our Annual Giving goal. These critical funds are used directly to secure our ability to support future grants that benefit the community and world.
If you haven’t made your gift yet, there is still time to make it count, but we need to act quickly to ensure our club has the vital resources needed for these upcoming projects.
💡 Quick Ways to Fulfill Your Donation Goal Today:
Donate On-line: Fast and secure at Rotary/donate Choose the “Annual Share” fund to count toward our club goal.
Donate By Check: Write a check payable to "The Rotary Foundation" and hand it directly to me within the next week so I can ensure your donation is processed in time.
Every gift, no matter the size, makes a profound difference. Thank you for your continued dedication to Service Above Self and for helping our club close out the fiscal year strong.
Experience Ethiopian cuisine, support our invovlement in the “Rotary on Lake Street” project on Wed., June 24 at 6:30 p.m.Reservations appreciated by Mon., June 22. Next month, July 15 is Himalayan cuisine, same project, great cause!
The Rotary Clubs of Edina and Edina-Morningside will present “Grooves and Foods,” the second-annual summer concert series at Centennial Lakes Park’s Maetzold Amphitheater, 7499 France Ave. S. The series will feature classic rock tributes and community spirit.
Produced by Minnesota Music Hall of Famer Mick Sterling and Wayne Anthony, this series will run the first four Tuesdays in June, with a full evening of food, entertainment and free live music.Past President of Rotary Club of Edina President and Minnesota Music Hall of Famer St. Paul Peterson will also perform.
The festival begins at 5:30 p.m. each Tuesday in June with “The Mick Sterling Experience,” a live radio show covering music, Rotary and local entertainment. Concerts begin at 7 p.m., with seating limited to 1,000 attendees. Click “Read More” for performance schedule and supporting sponsors.
Welcome, Becky Krieger, to the club. The Rotary Club of Edina’s Membership Committee and Board approved Becky's member application and sponsorship review. On May 20th he officially became a member.
Becky Krieger
Classification: Financial
Sponsor: Scott MacDonald
Becky is a Managing Partner of Accredited Investors Wealth Management, co-leads the firm’s Executive Committee, that sets strategy and culture, while also driving Business Development, Marketing, and Communications initiatives. Her client advisory role is centered on providing strategic direction and advice. As a 20-year veteran of the firm, she has tenured relationships with client families and thrives in helping them discover healthy ways to engage with their wealth. Service to our community includes work with the Minnesota Women’s Economic Roundtable, Women Presidents' Organization (WPO), and Vistage, and she currently serves on the finance committee of Minnesota Sports and Events. She is a member of the Minneapolis/Saint Paul Business Journal Women’s Leadership Council, the Tradition Bank Advisory Board, and Twin Cities Dunkers. She formerly served on the Board of Trustees at Washburn Center for Children (2018-2024), as President (2010) and Board Member (2007-2011) of the Financial Planning Association of Minnesota, and previously participated in the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Minnesota program (2018). She is married with three children and lives in Edina.
Welcome Wei Huang to the club. The Rotary Club of Edina’s Membership Committee and Board approved Wei's member application and sponsorship review. On May 20th he officially became a member.
Wei Huang
Classification: Investment Management
Sponsor: San Asato
Wei Huang manages investments for several single family offices with multigenerational assets and their private foundations. He currently serves as an independent board director for GuideOne Insurance. Having emigrated from Shanghai, China to pursue his American Dream, Wei has no hesitation being a whistleblower on unethical behavior.
Welcome, Cole Nelson, to the club. The Rotary Club of Edina’s Membership Committee and Board approved Cole's member application and sponsorship review. On May 20th he officially became a member.
Cole Nelson
Classification: Human Resources
Sponsor: Erica Allenburg
Cole Nelson is an executive recruiter with Orion Search Group who specializes in leadership searches in manufacturing, construction and non-profit career fields. He is a “full desk” recruiter focused on winning business and making successful open role placements. Cole pursued a career in professional baseball. Drafted by the Detroit Tigers organization in 2010, he was also a member of the Twins and Braves farm systems. He lives in St. Louis Park. Orion Search Group details found HERE
It's never too early to choose your 2026-2027 service committee or audit those committees you may be interested in joining. Print and review the 2026-2027 Committee list HERE.
Summer couscous salad with a smoked salmon cake or Chicken Francese with buttered angel hair pasta & chef's veggies
*Please note: To reduce food waste ECC food service is using current average attendance levels in preparing hot meals and salad options. There may be times your first choice has run out and the remaining option will be the only one available.
NEXT MEETING - Thurs. July 16, 2026
Speaker:Jerrid Sebesta, Dir. Bus. Dev. Stewards Planning
Doors Open at Noon, Program at 12:30pm
DEADLINE for newsletter story and event submission is Monday at 5 pm. RCE Administrator, Madeleine Isaacson, works part time (T-W-Th) and will respond to your inquiries as quickly as possible. Contact her at rotary.madeleine@gmail.com.
