This week: June 13, 2025 - Geoffrey Thomas   - Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland
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June 13: Geoffrey Thomas   - Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland
June 20: TBA -

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Jake Matysek – Tax-Smart Charitable Giving

April 18th

Jake Matysek, President of the Potomac-Bethesda Rotary Club and a financial advisor, specializes in strategies that maximize charitable impact while optimizing tax benefits. In his upcoming talk, he will share practical insights on how Rotarians can give more effectively, enhancing their philanthropic efforts and support for meaningful causes.

Michael Lukpetris – TBA

April 11th

Michael Lukpetris is a seasoned training and organizational development leader with over 30 years of experience in nonprofit and government sectors. With a servant-leader approach, he specializes in workforce engagement, communication, and crisis and change management. He has delivered impactful training for the American Red Cross, GSA, and the U.S. Army, and has led leadership development programs across sectors.

Michael holds multiple certifications, including ICF Associate Coach (ACC), Trauma-Informed Professional Coach, and Energy Leadership Master Practitioner. He’s a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and holds degrees in Social Work, Program Management, and Business Analysis. Originally from San Diego, he now lives in Gaithersburg, MD with his wife and daughter.

Melissa Richards – Classification Talk

April 4th

This week at the NBRC meeting, we’re excited to hear from Melissa Richards, who joined Rotary Club of North Bethesda in 2004, as she delivers her classification talk. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about Melissa’s professional journey in the education field.