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• Sports Radio Station Owner KNTK-FM Lincoln, Nebraska. 93.7 The Ticket FM.
• Host of "Old School with Jay Foreman” and “DP One on One" at 93.7 The Ticket FM Lincoln, Nebraska.
• Speakerat  TEDxLander, May 2019. The Love Project
• Speaker at TEDxDeerPark, March 2020. An American Face 13X
• Amazon Best Selling Author, “The Impact of Influence," (Volumes 1-8), "Rebuilt Through Recovery," "Black Man Love," "Concrete Connections," "It’s Not About Me," and "The Winning Mindset."

Derrick “DP” Pearson is a sportscaster, radio and television host, writer, sports executive, and high school coach. That career has taken him nationwide, including Washington, DC, Charlotte, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, Atlanta, and now Lincoln where he calls home. In addition to his media and coaching ventures,he also helped establish Fat Guy Charities in Charlotte, an NFL Charity, and developed LovePrints, a national mentor program that promotes Loving and Learning through Sports. DP joins Jay Foreman every weekday from 4pm to 6pm.

Police Chief Michon Morrow has been a member of the Lincoln Police Department since 1995. She started her career in the Victim Assistance Unit as a Domestic Violence Advocate before becoming a commissioned officer in December 1997. During her tenure, she has served as Field Training Officer, Domestic Violence Investigator, Duty Commander, and Captain of the Southwest Team, one of the Department’s diverse community-based policing teams. As an Assistant Chief, she led the Management Services Unit, to include CALEA, Liquor and Keno, Legislation, and Special Projects. She also led the Emergency Communication Center, Education and Personnel, Internal Affairs, Records, Property and Evidence and Finance. She is passionate about leadership, officer wellness and service to the community. She chaired the Lincoln Police Department Wellness Committee, which she worked to establish in 2012, until 2022. She now oversees the Wellness Committee, Peer Support Officers and Chaplains. She serves on several boards for non-profit organizations and volunteers in her community on a regular basis. She is also the coordinator and a facilitator for the IACP Leadership in Police Organizations Program for 16 agencies in Eastern Nebraska as well as a National Instructor for the First Line Leadership Program. She is also an Instructor, Content Creator and Podcast moderator for VALOR. She holds a Master's Degree in Forensic Science, Behavioral Studies, from Nebraska Wesleyan University. She is married with two boys who keep her very busy.

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A renowned academic leader, researcher, professor and pediatrician, H. Dele Davies, MD, is dedicated to transforming health science education and driving positive change within the community and beyond.

Dr. Davies serves as the interim chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center, following the selection of Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, as president of the University of Nebraska System.
 
In this role, Dr. Davies is responsible for all aspects of campus leadership, program quality and operations, including six colleges, a graduate studies program, two degree-granting institutes, the professional staff and faculty of more than 6,000, and 4,500 health professions students.
 
Throughout his career, Dr. Davies has championed initiatives that inspire personal and professional growth, ensuring that students, faculty and staff are equipped with the tools and opportunities to excel. He is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and dynamic environment at UNMC where every individual is empowered to reach their full potential.
 
Dr. Davies joined UNMC in 2012, initially appointed as vice chancellor. He was promoted in 2017 to senior vice chancellor, with expanded responsibilities and direct oversight of all UNMC colleges and a health sciences library. He has served as dean of graduate studies since joining UNMC.
 
Prior to joining UNMC, Dr. Davies served as professor and chair of the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine Pediatrics and Human Development Department. Before that, he was director of the Child Health Research Unit at Alberta Children’s Hospital in Calgary, Canada, and the Child Health Research Institute at the University of Calgary.
 
As senior vice chancellor, Dr. Davies has overseen numerous initiatives and helped grow UNMC's rural health programs, pathway programs, community outreach and faculty development. Under his leadership, UNMC’s overall student enrollment has grown every year with multiple new professional degree programs added. As dean of graduate studies, Dr. Davies implemented key programs focused on student development and wellness, and developed faculty as mentors and leaders.
 
Dr. Davies has received numerous prestigious awards during his career for his research, teaching, mentorship and community service. Since 2006, he has been recognized annually as a member of the Best Doctors of America, is a fellow of both the Infectious Diseases Society of America and Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society, and a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha National Honor Medical Society, the Society for Pediatric Research and the American Pediatric Society.  
 
Dr. Davies has more than 250 publications in peer-reviewed journals related to his research on infectious diseases topics, several book chapters and other scholarly publications, and numerous presentations at national and international meetings.

Dr. Davies earned his medical degree from the University of Toronto Temerty Faculty of Medicine and a master’s degree in epidemiology from the University of Toronto Dana Lana School of Public Health. Dr. Davies also holds a master’s degree in health care management from the Harvard School of Public Health.
 
He is specialty-trained in pediatrics and pediatric infectious diseases from the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto.

Dr. Davies has served on more than 180 committees, advisory boards, government or public health councils and organizations, such as:

• Chair, Readiness and Resilience Working Group, National Biodefense Safety Board, advisory to the US Secretary of Health and Human Services.
• Member, Advisory Committee to the National Institutes of Health, Deputy Director for Intramural Research.
• Founding and Past Chair, Association of Academic Health Centers, Chief Academic Officers Executive Leadership Group.
• Board Member, Council of Graduate Schools.

John Spatz has served as the Executive Director of the Nebraska Association of School Boards (NASB) since 2012. Prior to this, he was the legal counsel with NASB starting in 2003. As part of his role with NASB, John also serves in a leadership position with ALICAP (Chief Administrator), Sparq Data Solutions, Inc., (Chairman), NJUMP/CJUMP (Manager), Envise AMS, Inc. (Co-founder). John is the author of the “Guidebook to Nebraska’s Public Meetings Law”, which is used by schools to comply with the Open Meetings Act. Outside of his role with the NASB, he served on the Lincoln City Council from 2007 to 2011 and was the Chair of the Board in 2011. He has also served on the board for Lincoln’s Multicultural Advisory Committee, Neighborworks Lincoln, and the Partnership for Healthy Lincoln. John represents Nebraska as a voting member of the Education Commission of the States and served on the Board of Counselors at the University of Nebraska Medical Center from 2015 to 2023. John is married to Julianne Spatz and has three children in Lincoln Public Schools.

Born in Ghana in 1962, Kwame Dawes spent most of his childhood in Jamaica. As a poet, he is profoundly influenced by the rhythms and textures of the country, citing in a recent interview his “spiritual, intellectual, and emotional engagement with reggae music.” His book Bob Marley: Lyrical Genius (2007) remains the most authoritative study of the lyrics of Bob Marley.

The author of numerous books and poetry collections, his awards include an Emmy and Webby for LiveHopeLove, an interactive website based on the Kwame Dawes Pulitzer Prize Center project HOPE: Living and Loving with AIDS in Jamaica. Dawes’s other honors and award include the a Pushcart Prize and a Guggenheim Foundation fellowship. 

Kwame Dawes serves as the poet laureate of Jamaica as well as the director of the African Poetry Book Fund. He is  the Glenna Luschei Editor of Prairie Schooner and Professor of English at the University of Nebraska. He is The cofounder of the Calabash International Literary Festival and a chancellor of the Academy of American Poets.

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For the past year and a half Tom has served as the Lincoln Community Based Outpatient Clinic Site Manager. Before accepting his most recent assignment, he served six years as the Administrative Officer for the Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System’s Imaging Department where he was responsible for reorganization and modernization efforts, among other duties.

Prior to onboarding with the Veterans Health Administration, he completed an administrative residency at Children’s Hospital in Omaha as part of his master’s in health care administration from Xavier University of Cincinnati.

Through the years, Tom has gained valuable experience traveling the world as a Federal Law Enforcement Officer with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and flying routes throughout the Alaskan Bush as a commercial pilot.

He is also a Veteran, having served more than 12 years in the military. While in the military, Tom served as an enlisted Special Tactics Combat Controller and as an Intelligence and Special Warfare Officer. Official duties included Chief of Technical Activities, and Asset Validation Cell Manager while assigned to a Joint Special Operations Task Force in Iraq and Afghanistan. He is credited with two tours in Iraq, two tours in Afghanistan, and various other Task Force assignments around the globe.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Lori Seibel has served as President and CEO of the Community Health Endowment of Lincoln since its inception in 1998. Prior to joining CHE, Lori was the city’s Public Health Epidemiologist and an Advisor to two Lincoln Mayors.

Under Lori’s leadership, the Community Health Endowment has reinvested more than $40 million into our community to achieve CHE’s vision of making Lincoln the healthiest community in the nation. She has led efforts to convene the community around important health issues such as health equity, access to and integration of mental health and medical services, adverse childhood experiences, and access to healthy food.

Lori graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Master’s Degree in Preventive
Medicine.

Join Us for an Inspiring Presentation by Jeff Ahl

We’re thrilled to invite you to an upcoming presentation by Jeffrey Ahl, founder and principal of his innovative architectural firm. The firm’s name and mission evolved from a fascinating case study Jeff undertook, where he went undercover to experience firsthand how architectural design impacts the quality of life in senior care environments.

Through his journey, Jeff discovered that the greatest contributors to quality of life weren’t just the physical spaces but also the culture and relationships within them. His findings have deeply influenced how his firm approaches design to foster meaningful connections and vibrant communities.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Jeff’s unique story and learn how he’s applying these principles to transform architectural services. We encourage all Rotary members to join and be inspired by his vision!

Happy Holidays! 

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Happy New Year! 

 Join Us for an Inspiring Talk on HomeFIT! 

Rotarians, are you planning for the future or helping loved ones do the same? Learn practical tips to make your forever home a haven for aging in place. From clever adaptations to simple upgrades, this session is packed with insights to help you stay safe, comfortable, and independent.

Don't miss this opportunity to turn your home into a place where you can thrive for years to come.

#HomeFIT #ForeverHome #Rotary #AgingInPlace 

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Join Us for an Inspiring Presentation on Service Dogs

Discover the incredible ways service dogs are saving lives and making a difference! Learn more about DomestiPups, their mission, and the essential role these specially trained dogs play in supporting those in need. We'll answer important questions like, "Who needs a service dog?" and explore the life-changing impact they have.

Important Reminder: Please do NOT pet any service dogs attending the Rotary 14 presentation — they are hard at work and focused on their duties.

We look forward to sharing this eye-opening experience with you!

Joshua Berry is a world-class facilitator of change. As an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and director of Econic, Joshua has spent the last two decades evolving the what, who, and why of Fortune 500 companies and venture-backed startups.

Along with his team, Joshua has sparked change in organizations like US Bank, John Deere, Procter & Gamble, Nelnet, Ameritas, Omaha Public Power District, Farm Credit Services of America, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska, among others.

For employees and leaders looking to grow themselves and their organizations, Joshua speaks on overcoming limiting beliefs, adaptive leadership, and the innovation systems and mindsets that create engines for growth. Learn more at econic.co and joshuaberry.com.

Twenty years ago Jim began his ministry at First-Plymouth. In partnership with a talented staff, and an incredible congregation of energized souls, the church grew from 2900 members to 4200 members. But more importantly, First-Plymouth grew in service to the poor and witness to the Gospel. Our church now stands as a testimony to the power of an inclusive, open-minded, intellectually curious spirit combined with a love of Jesus. 

Jim was born in Des Moines, Iowa, started heading west for undergraduate study at the University of Colorado, Boulder and graduate study in Berkeley. He received his Doctorate of Ministry from Andover Newton Seminary and was ordained in the United Church of Christ in 1990.

In 1993, after serving churches in Berkeley and Corona Del Mar, California, he became the Sr. Minister of the West Concord Union Church, in Massachusetts. In 1999 he became the Sr. Minister at the Congregational Church of San Mateo, California. Finally, he made it to Lincoln.

He has served as an adjunct faculty member at Pacific School of Religion; a Trustee of Doane University and multiple seminaries; as founding president of the Peninsula Clergy Network which links 400 clergy with other area civic leaders; and as a board member of many non-profits. He has also been guest lecturer at Tufts University, UNL, Andover Newton Theological School, Doane University and many other colleges. He loves golf but loves Becca more.