Tom Gump - RI Director Nominee

Part 1: A wide-ranging and fun discussion with Tom covering his career, how he became involved in Rotary, how he led strong membership growth at his club in the Twin Cities, and his experience as a leader in Rotary International.  Part 2: Tom talks about how Minneapolis landed the RI International Convention in 2028, what to expect, and how - as a neighboring district - we'll be able to get involved in making the convention a great success. Resource Links Tom was kind enough to share a number of links to helpful Rotary resources.  Membership strategies guide - Practical tactics for recruiting and retaining members (e.g., referral campaigns, information hours, classification gap analysis) that help clubs grow and deepen engagement.  Opportunities beyond the club - District posts highlighting fellowships, partnerships (e.g., Habitat for Humanity), and international service trips as ways Rotarians can engage outside regular club activities. Creating an engaging experience - District guidance on improving the member experience at meetings, events, and projects so members stay active and take on district or international roles. Guidance on alternative club models - examples from zones that have successfully launched new clubs. Practical tactics from membership toolkits - run a “Who Do You Know?” campaign, host service‑first events to recruit, and create a simple online onboarding flow. Rotary International’s host announcement - explains that Minneapolis was selected to host the international convention and gives the official dates and expected scale, which frames all local planning and volunteer needs.