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There is something exciting happening at the Rotary Club of Lake Nona, and our growing membership is a reflection of the energy, diversity, and spirit of service within our community.

We are thrilled to officially welcome an incredible group of professionals, business leaders, experienced Rotarians, and emerging leaders who are ready to build relationships, serve our community, and put Service Above Self into action. 🌎🤝

Meet Our Newest Members

💧 Brian Davis | Culligan Quench
Brian brings business experience, community connections, and a desire to make a meaningful difference in Central Florida.

🌟 Bhagwan Chuganey | 30+ Years of Rotary Service
Bhagwan brings something incredibly special to our club: more than 30 years of Rotary experience! His commitment to service, fellowship, and the ideals of Rotary will be an incredible resource for our growing membership.

💡 Ron Clark | Genysis IQ
Ron brings leadership, innovation, and a wealth of professional experience to our Rotary family. We are excited for the ideas and perspective he will contribute to our club.

❤️ Bonnie Coakley
Bonnie brings wonderful energy and a heart for community. We are so happy to have her joining our Rotary family and look forward to serving alongside her.

✨ Yannicke “Nickie” Collins | Curated by Collins
Nickie brings creativity, entrepreneurship, and a passion for connecting with others. We are thrilled to welcome her talents and energy to Lake Nona Rotary.

🏡 Kaylin Luu | Peter Luu Signature Group Real Estate Team
Kaylin's work is centered around people, relationships, and community, making Rotary a natural place to continue making connections while giving back.

💙 Kanti Patel | Transfer Rotarian
We are especially excited to welcome Kanti as a transfer Rotarian who brings years of Rotary experience to our club. His knowledge of Rotary and commitment to Service Above Self will be a tremendous addition to our membership.

⚖️ Ileana Rivera Gallardo | Immigration Universe Attorneys
Ileana brings valuable professional experience and a passion for helping individuals and families navigate important life opportunities. We are excited to have her leadership and perspective represented within our club.

🤝 Michael Roy | First Choice Business Brokers
Michael brings extensive business experience and works closely with entrepreneurs and business owners navigating important opportunities and transitions.

💼 Julio Rocha | Rocha Financial Group LLC
Julio brings financial experience and a commitment to helping individuals and families plan confidently for their futures. We look forward to the impact he will make through Rotary.

🌟 Demetrius Stephanides | New York Life Insurance Company
Demetrius represents another generation of professionals choosing to combine career, community, and service. His energy and enthusiasm will be a wonderful addition to our growing club.

🌟 Edgar Peters
Edgar brings a genuine heart for service and a desire to make a positive difference in our community. We’re excited to welcome his experience, perspective, and commitment as he joins our growing Rotary family and puts Service Above Self into action. 💙💛

More Members. More Connections. More Impact. 🌎

What makes this group so exciting isn't simply the number of new members joining our club. It's the diversity of experience, professions, generations, backgrounds, and perspectives they bring with them.

Our members come together from different industries and walks of life, but we share one common purpose: to use our time, talents, relationships, and resources to make a difference.

As the Rotary Club of Lake Nona continues to grow, so does our ability to serve.

More members mean more hands for service projects.

More professional expertise means more ideas and stronger community partnerships.

More relationships mean a greater ability to connect people with resources.

And more people committed to Service Above Self means an even greater impact here in Lake Nona, throughout Central Florida, and around the world. 💙💛

Please join us in welcoming Brian, Bhagwan, Ron, Bonnie, Nickie, Kaylin, Kanti, Ileana, Michael, Julio, and Demetrius to the Rotary Club of Lake Nona!

We are incredibly excited about what lies ahead.

Our Rotary family is growing. Our community is growing. And so is our opportunity to serve. 🌟

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🍋✨ Rotary Member Spotlight: Samantha Velasco ✨🍋

At Rotary, we often say that Service Above Self isn't just something we do—it's who we are. Samantha Velasco is a wonderful example of that.

As Co-Owner of Cool Lemonade Air & Heat, Samantha and her team do much more than keep Central Florida homes cool. They believe that a business has the power to change lives, and they put that belief into action every day.

One of the most inspiring ways they serve is through the Lennox Feel The Love® program. Each year, they donate their time, expertise, and resources to provide a FREE Lennox air conditioning system to someone in our community who truly needs it.

They're currently seeking nominations for a deserving individual or family, including:
💙 Veterans
💙 Seniors
💙 Nonprofit organizations
💙 Or anyone who consistently puts others before themselves and could benefit from a new air conditioning system.

Sometimes the greatest acts of kindness aren't grand gestures—they're giving someone the comfort and peace of mind they deserve.

🗓️ Nominations are open through August 31, 2026, and the selected recipient will receive their new system during Lennox's Feel The Love Installation Week, October 3–11, 2026.

Please join us in recognizing Samantha and the entire Cool Lemonade Air & Heat team for living Rotary's values and making a lasting difference in our community. 💙💛

🍋 Know someone deserving? Nominate them today at:
www.feelthelove.com

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🌍 A Night Around the World at Rotary Club of Lake Nona! 🍽️✨

What an incredible evening of friendship, fellowship, and international flavors at our International Potluck Social!

Our members and guests brought dishes representing cultures from around the world, creating an unforgettable evening filled with amazing food, great conversations, and plenty of laughter.

From authentic Trinidadian paella to an incredible assortment of Brazilian pastries, traditional German desserts, Chinese favorites, and so many other delicious homemade specialties, every table offered something new to discover. And of course, we couldn't end the evening without a classic American favorite—warm apple pie and ice cream! 🥧🍦

One of the highlights of the night was officially welcoming our Rotary Youth Exchange student, Valeria, from Germany. We are thrilled to have her as part of our Rotary family and look forward to sharing the year ahead while learning more about her culture and traditions.

Events like these remind us that Rotary is so much more than service projects. It's about building friendships, celebrating our diversity, and connecting people from different backgrounds through shared experiences.

Thank you to everyone who prepared a dish, shared a story, and helped make the evening such a memorable celebration of cultures from around the world.

At the Rotary Club of Lake Nona, we don't just build a stronger community—we build friendships that span the globe. 💙💛🌎