The Iowa Great Lakes Rotary Club is pleased to welcome two new members!
Kelly Schatz, owner of Hey, Good Cookies has owned and operated this popular Spirit Lake Coffee Shop since 2014. Kelly grew up in Fremont,Ne and was in the banking industry for 13 years. She also started an IT consulting firm in Omaha before moving to the Lakes Area with her husband Greg. Kelly has two adult children Kelsey and Kirstie. Kelly enjoys community service, reading and golf. She is the chair elect of the Chamber of Commerce member of the BOD of the Taxpayers association and is also a sailing judge for the Okoboji Yacht Club.
Bob Kirschbaum is the Executive director of the Pearson Lakes Art Center. Bob grew up in Defiance and played baseball at Moringside while studying his major; Political Science and Education. Bob taught and coached at Lawton/ Bronson School district. Later he was the elementary principal in Spencer, and then executive director of the Red Cross before coming to the Iowa Great Lakes. Bob and his wife Sharon have 4 adult children and 3 grandchildren. He enjoys reading, sports, water activities, and magic tricks!
Rotary brings together a global network of volunteer leaders who dedicate their time and talent to tackle the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges. Rotary connects 1.2 million members from more than 200 countries and geographical areas. Their work impacts lives at both the local and international levels.
Iowa Great Lakes Rotary Club members are dedicated people who share a passion for both community service and friendship. Becoming a Rotarian connects you with a diverse group of professionals who share your drive to give back.
Iowa Great Lakes Rotary Club members are dedicated people who share a passion for both community service and friendship. Becoming a Rotarian connects you with a diverse group of professionals who share your drive to give back.
Picured l-r: Peggy Gustafson - member sponsor, Kelly Schatz, Dan Carson - member sponsor, Bob Kirschbaum, Rotary President Tom Brodie, and Membership chair Paula Zenor.
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