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Coming up 7/4/2025
 
 
No Friday Meeting!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Changing of the Guard
July is bittersweet as we close on another extraordinary year and begin a new chapter here at Omaha West Rotary! 
 
Congratulations and thank you to Dan Lassek, Stephanie Olson, Kathy Wawers, Gary Bren, and Jim Otis for leading our club in a fantastic Rotary year!
             
 
We are excited to welcome our new President Candy Specht and Secretary Scott Hahn!
 
 
Also a big thank you to Chris Krueger for her outstanding donation efforts!
Welcome New Member!

Taylor is a dedicated attorney with a unique blend of expertise in law, policy, and business. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting and political science from the University of Nebraska-Omaha, and he furthered his education by earning a Juris Doctor degree and a Master of Science degree in Government Organization and Leadership (GOAL) from Creighton University School of Law. During his time in law school, Taylor was deeply involved in various legal organizations, taking on leadership roles and gaining valuable experience, including gaining membership in the Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society and the Robert M. Spire American Inns of Court.

 

With a specialized focus on corporate/business transactions, taxation, healthcare law, and general litigation, Taylor leverages his diverse background to help individuals and businesses navigate complex legal and policy challenges. Before joining Resolute Law, Taylor gained valuable experience at the premier bipartisan lobbying firm BGR Group in Washington, D.C., where he represented clients in various industries and honed his expertise in healthcare and life sciences policy and regulation. This experience has equipped Taylor with the skills to effectively support clients in highly regulated sectors. His tenure at Kiewit Corporation further enriched his professional repertoire, where he provided meticulous tax advice and ensured compliance with federal and state tax laws.

 

Beyond his professional endeavors, Taylor is an active member of the community, volunteering as a CASA volunteer for Douglas County, and enjoys weight training, running, athletics, and the great outdoors.

 
 
 
 
 
New Member Proposal
 
Name: John Gessert
Classification: Banking
Company: Security National Bank
Proposer: Dave Fulton
 
 
Any objections to this proposal must be to the Board of Directors within one week. 
Summer Feeding Program
Rotarians making a difference serving meals with the Salvation Army!
 
The Summer Feeding Program continues through August 1st on Wednesdays & Fridays from 5:15pm - 7:45pm. Meeting place is the Salvation Army Center on Burt.
 
***** If you are signed up and have to cancel and are within 7 days of your shift, you are responsible for replacing yourself******
 
Monthly Meeting Sponsor
Thank you to Gary Bren/Turner Technology for sponsoring our July Meetings! 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Speakers
Jul. 04, 2025 12:00 p.m.
Jul. 11, 2025 12:00 p.m.
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Upcoming Events
Summer Feeding Program
10629 Burt Circle
Jul. 02, 2025
5:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
 
Summer Feeding Program
10629 Burt Circle
Jul. 04, 2025
5:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
 
Extension Club Meeting
30Hop
Jul. 08, 2025
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
 
Summer Feeding Program
10629 Burt Circle
Jul. 09, 2025
5:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
 
Summer Feeding Program
10629 Burt Circle
Jul. 11, 2025
5:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
 
Board Meeting
Charlie's on the Lake
Jul. 16, 2025
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
 
Summer Feeding Program
10629 Burt Circle
Jul. 16, 2025
5:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
 
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Sponsors
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Birthdays
Member Birthdays
Brett Wawers
July 6
 
Stacy Auman
July 7
 
Valerie Smedlund
July 13
 
Don Otis
July 23
 
Bradley Hess
July 24
 
John Mlnarik
July 25
 
Jen Day
July 28