Jeff Wendling on Stewardship and Leadership

Welcome to Rotary Voices of Kerrville, the podcast series that shines a spotlight on the Rotary Club of Kerrville, Texas—a club with a rich community service, leadership, and dedication history. For nearly 100 years, the Rotary Club of Kerrville has been at the heart of initiatives that make a real difference locally and globally. Through this podcast, we’ll explore the club’s incredible projects, hear from its inspiring members, and learn about the values driving their commitment to “Service Above Self.” In this episode, host Tom Fox speaks with Jeff Wendling, immediate past president of the Kerrville Rotary Club, to discuss his journey and experiences within the organization. Jeff shares his initial involvement with Rotary in 2008, his leadership roles, and his perspectives on stewardship in organizational settings. He highlights the club’s numerous community-focused events, including the First Responders Award Luncheon and Blue Santa. Jeff also touches on significant initiatives such as fundraising for polio vaccines, youth engagement programs, and upcoming plans for the club’s 100th anniversary in 2026. This episode offers valuable insights into the impact of community service and leadership in fostering local and global change. Highlights include: Getting Involved with Rotary Leadership Journey in Rotary Role as President and Stewardship First Responders Luncheon and Community Impact 100th Year Anniversary Plans Community Partnerships and Networking Resources: Rotary Club of Kerrville Rotary District 5840 Rotary International