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Weekly Club Meetings are currently being held virtually via ZOOM.
 
We meet at Noon each Tuesday. 
 
 
 

Our Speaker Tuesday, January 5, 2021

GREGG MERVIS
President & CEO
Akron/Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau and
John S. Knight Center

 
Beginning his professional career in 1981, Akron native, Gregg Mervis is an active member and advocate of the travel and tourism industry.
 
After 14 years of employment with the Quaker Hilton, Gregg left his position as Director of Sales in 1995 to become Director of Sales for the Akron/Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau and the John S. Knight Center.
 
He was promoted to Vice President of the Bureau and Center in 1996 and became Vice President & Chief Operating Officer in 2008.
 
In 2012, Gregg was named President & Chief Executive Officer; he is responsible for the management and oversight of the organization’s three (3) business units.
 
He currently serves on the Board of Directors for Downtown Akron Partnership, Akron Roundtable as Secretary, FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby and ArtsNow where he is also Board Vice President. He also assisted with attraction and facilitation of Gay Games 9 the 2016 RNC. Gregg is a 2002 graduate of Leadership Akron.
 
Gregg is a member of various national industry organizations, including: Destination Management Association International, International Association of Assembly Managers and National Association of Consumer Shows. His involvement to foster the hospitality ecosystem at the State level includes: Ohio Travel Association (Past Board President), Ohio Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus and Ohio Hotel & Lodging Association.
 
In 2019 he received the coveted Paul Sherlock Lifetime Achievement Award from the Ohio Travel Association.
 
Gregg currently resides in Akron with his wife Terrill and daughter Grace.
 
 
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Speakers
Jan 05, 2021 12:00 PM
Akron Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau
Jan 12, 2021 12:00 PM
Executive & Private Chef
Jan 19, 2021 12:00 PM
Cyndi Kane & Associates
Jan 26, 2021
Foundation Update
Feb 02, 2021 12:00 PM
The Rotary Club of Akron Strategic Plan
Feb 09, 2021
2021 Chili Open Committee
Feb 16, 2021 12:00 PM
National Federation of Independent Business/NFIB
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Chili Open Golf Classic: Goal Status

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Here are the most current results of our fundraising efforts as of December 23, 2020!

Thank you and please keep up the great work...we WILL get there!!


Although the Chili Open will look different from previous years due the impact of COVID-19, and whether you choose to attend in person or virtually, your gift will make a significant impact allowing us to continue to serve the vulnerable youth in our community. 

The annual fundraiser represents 30% of operating costs to the Rotary Camp's annual budget.   This ensures that no child is turned away due to their family’s inability to pay. We are extremely thankful to our Chili Open Presenting Sponsor, Wayne Homes for their continued commitment to the camp.

 

Each raffle ticket includes $25 in discounts: 

There are great chances to win the following prizes: 

  • 1st prize is a 2021 Chevrolet Trax LS, or $13,000 cash prize – Thank you The VanDevere Bunch!
  • 2nd prize is a 55” 4k Smart LED TV, courtesy of the S Group, Inc.  – Thank you Rotarian Jeff Sheeks!
  • 3rd prize is a behind-the-scenes media package at a 2021 Cleveland Indians Game – Thank you Rotarian Steve Warren!  

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Rotary Camp Spread Some Holiday Cheer!
Rotary Camp had a great kick-off to the Holidays on Sunday, December 20th, as Santa and his Elves were busy spreading some Holiday Cheer. Our holiday drive-by was a huge success with over 60 families participating. All campers and their siblings received a gift from the jolly man himself, and every family went home with a gift card to help with the holidays.
 
We truly appreciate all the support of gifts and gift card donations for our campers and their families.  Thank you for helping us spread some Holiday Cheer!
 
You can view the video of the event at https://youtu.be/6XpKwdzAles.  Thank you to all who helped make this a special event!
 
Dan Reynolds
District Executive Director
Akron Rotary Camp
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