Meeting Recap

May 28, 2026
Meeting Recap 

Women in Leadership Award Ceremony

Speaker: Rosie Cataldo, Counter Human Trafficking Consultant

 Molly Thurma, 2026 RCE Women in Leadership Award Winner. Left to right future RCE president, Catherine Gump, Past Presidents Ann Platt, Shelly Loberg, WIL Molly Thurma, President Lisa Walker and Past President and Event Chair, Jennifer Bennerotte

The Edina Rotary Club Women in Leadership Award was
presented to Molly Thurma, Edina High School College
and Career Coordinator. In the words of her nominator, Dylan
Hackbarth, Molly is the definition of a "quiet force." 
While much of her work happens behind the scenes, her
impact is massive; a literal generation of Edina
youth has been shaped by her efforts. Congratulations, Molly!

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Mike Martiny thanks speaker Rosie Cataldo. Rosie's presentation was filled with unsettling facts regarding human trafficking including how to spot it in our airports, the devastating economic scope and the toll it is taking on society. Visit ConduitPathMedia.com to view a video.
Corey Falls and President Lisa Walker presented Hope Academy their 2026 grant check. This grant will be used to provide laptops for about 20 inner-city students.
New member, Eric Eickhof by his sponsor, President Lisa Walker. Eric's classificaton is real estate and he is looking forward to supporting our many community service activities.
Member Dan Hunt's guest, Dima, is an Ukrainian student here through a Rotary International sponsored relief and study program. 
Fellowship and community service continues to bring together an average of 80 members each week.
Past President Paul Peterson promotes the June Grooves and Foods music series at Centennial Lakes. We hope to see you there.