Lasse V. Syversen is a seasoned business leader and entrepreneur with a background in executive roles at General Electric, Olivetti, Honeywell Bull, and Dell. He is the owner of Ritmarine Ltd, Bloksberg Inc, and Flagship Trade Net, focusing on trade technology and strategic consulting.

A graduate of INSEAD with a Master’s in Change Management, Lasse is known for leading business transformations and currently serves on 10 corporate boards. His career blends corporate expertise with entrepreneurial drive, making him a respected voice in strategy and innovation.

Glen Fields is the Founder & CEO of BDA and Head of Operations at BrandStar, leading a 50+ person team and specializing in ad buying, analytics, and marketing strategy. With a background in government contracting and over a decade in digital marketing leadership, Glen combines precision and creativity to deliver high-impact results across industries.

A University of Maryland alum and proud Terp, he’s also a devoted family man, competitive athlete, and motorsports enthusiast.

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 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.

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.

Bring your coffee or breakfast and join us via Zoom this morning for our Club Assembly!

We’ll get updates on Charter Night, the Professional Service Award, and other important club business. See you there!

We’re excited to welcome Malaika Wande, our RYLA 2025 student, to share her incredible experience at the RYLA Awards Camp. She’ll talk about connecting with inspiring peers and mentors, her group’s $1,000 top prize win, and their plans to support their chosen partnership.

Malaika will also share photos from the event and discuss what’s next for RYLA participants. Don’t miss her inspiring story at our next Rotary meeting!

This week at the NBRC meeting, we’re excited to hear from Kent Mason, one of our charter members, as he delivers his classification talk. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about Kent’s professional journey and contributions to our club!

This morning’s meeting will be Zoom-only.

The President will share insights on Club life, including upcoming events and initiatives. Plus, Nick will deliver an engaging 3-minute talk—you won’t want to miss it!

We look forward to seeing you online and staying connected.

Ms. Jerri Scarzella is a founding member of the HealthWell Foundation, serving as Vice Chair and Treasurer of the Board. A graduate of the American University School of Nursing, she dedicated 43 years to Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, Maryland, holding leadership roles in Emergency Medicine, Risk Management, Customer Relations, and Policy Coordination. She has been recognized nationally and internationally for her contributions to patient advocacy, earning prestigious awards such as the Ruth Ravich Award.

Ms. Scarzella has also contributed to key healthcare initiatives, including revisions to the Patient Bill of Rights and consulting for the Department of Homeland Security and Washington, D.C. public schools.