Welcome To The Hayward Rotary Club!
Hayward Rotary Club is a non-partisan, non-political service organization. Our members are leaders in business, education, government, nonprofit, and community service. Rotarians come from many diverse walks of life, and we are united in giving back to our community. Hayward Rotary Club and Foundation have contributed millions of dollars of support to vital projects and programs that build a stronger future for Hayward and the world. Do you want to give back to the community in an organized way, in the company of distinguished community leaders? Do you have what it takes to become a Hayward Rotary Club member? Find out by attending our weekly luncheons, by talking to Rotarians, and by browsing this website. Learn more. 
Hayward Rotary Continues Patriotic Theme at July 13 Meeting
The Hayward Rotary Club will continue its patriotic themed-year on Monday, July 13, when it meets for lunch at 1074 B St. The program will be presented by Rotarian Ed Mullins, who had five members from his family tree participate in the American victory in 1781 at the decisive Battle of Cowpens in South Carolina.
Superheroes Celebrate 'Demotion' of President Francisco
A packed house enjoyed the wacky antics of the Hayward Superhero Rotary Club during a send-up of outgoing Hayward Rotary Club President Francisco Zermeno at the annual demotion dinner June 29. The event was billed as a joint meeting of the superhero club and Hayward Rotary, and everyone in attendance was issued a cape and mask, if not already costumed. Seventy-five Rotarians representing five clubs, family and friends - including children and grandchildren - were kept off-guard by the visiting superheros who shot webs, danced, flexed their muscles, and made wisecracks. The program was designed to roast President Zermeno after his year-long term as president.
Police Chief to Address Hayward Rotary June 22
Hayward Police Chief and Rotarian Bryan Matthews will be the featured presenter at the June 22 lunch meeting of the Hayward Rotary Club at 1074 B St. 
 
He became the city's 16th chief, appointed in January of 2024 after serving as interim chief since August 2022 and being part of the department for more than two decades. He leads more than 300 officers and professional staff. 
AI for Main Street 

 

Lori Marion is a 3X founder with more than 20 years of experience in regulated industries, including government contracting, fintech, utilities, and media. She will be the featured presenter on June 15, when the Hayward Rotary Club meets for its noon luncheon at 1074 B St.

She has held senior product and marketing roles at PayPal, Wells Fargo, Apple, Dolby Labs, Credit Karma, and Comcast and was the architect of PG&E's SmartRate Pricing Plan pilot for small business and residential customers and consultant with Marin Clean Energy. A former SLEB and MWE-certified contractor, she has worked with the State of California, six Bay Area counties, BART, MTC, and SFPUC.

A Castro Valley resident and proud mom of one CVH grad and Fulbright Scholar, Lori has returned to the business of small business with COLE, an AI solution to address a structural shift in how small businesses get discovered as algorithms, AI engines, platforms, and consumer search reshape patterns. COLE recovers lost leads, replies to after-hours inquiries, books appointments, and delivers a morning recap of everything that happened while you were away.

 

 
 
Climate Action Council Chair to Address Hayward Rotary June 8
A leader of the Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group will be the featured speaker for the noon luncheon June 8 of the Hayward Rotary Club at 1074 B St. DeAnna Pursai is the Climate Action Council chair for the ESRAG unit of Rotary International that empowers, "members of the Rotary Family worldwide to take actions to sustain our environment particularly to stabilize our climate."  The organization assists Rotary clubs in planning, implementing and evaluating service projects, building awareness, and inspiring action. These projects promote environmental sustainability, awareness of climate change, and actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to mitigate climate disruption.  Purasi is director of development and community outreach for the College of Adaptive Arts at West Valley College in Saratoga, CA. 
Chamber President to Address Hayward Rotary June 1
Hayward Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Lucy Lopez will address the Hayward Rotary Club when it meets at noon Monday, June 1, at 1074 B St.
 
Established in 1895, the chamber champions the success of Hayward’s business community and numerous nonprofit organizations. Its mission is to support emerging and established enterprises through strong advocacy, education initiatives, strategic connections, and collaborative partnerships. Members include startups, small businesses, and corporations. Lucy said, "We are the resource for growth, a voice in government, and partner in navigating challenges and opportunities."
 
 
 
 
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