Immediate Past President Kevin Welsh, President Katie Henry, and Zach Ziler are delighted to announce that Yolanda Hoffman, a dedicated and accomplished Rotarian, is returning to Suburban Rotary of Omaha as its new Executive Director. Yolanda's extensive experience, passion for service, and deep understanding of Rotary make her an ideal choice for this prestigious position. Yolanda is a graduate of the Rotary Leadership Institute, a Paul Harris Fellow +5, and she has been a Rotarian for 15 years.Yolanda's journey with Suburban Rotary began in 2009 when she became a member, and she considers it her Rotary home. During her previous tenure, she demonstrated exceptional leadership skills by serving on the board and chairing various committees, including Program, Interact, and Rotaract. Yolanda played a pivotal role in chartering new Rotaract and Interact clubs in Omaha and across District 5650, showcasing her commitment to nurturing young leaders within the community. She also made significant contributions at the district level, serving as the Health and Hunger Committee Chair and the District Chair for Rotaract and Interact under esteemed District Governors Rich Rowland, Bob Perrin, Roger Carell, and Roxy Orr.
Leaving her Health IT job at CHI in 2018, Yolanda embraced a new challenge as the Executive Director of the Omaha West Rotary, under the encouragement of Jennifer Jirak-Brungardt. Yolanda later became a full time member at Omaha West. Her dedication to growing the club's membership and her strategic approach as the Membership Committee Chair led to remarkable results. Notably, Omaha West Rotary became the sole club in District 5650 to consistently achieve positive membership growth year after year. Yolanda's talent and expertise were further recognized when she assumed the role of Administrator for the Rotary Club of Lincoln, the largest Rotary Club in the district. Through her contributory efforts, the club experienced substantial growth, expanding from 215 to an impressive 295 members as of June 30, 2023.
Yolanda's commitment to Rotary is unwavering, and she firmly believes in its power to effect positive change in the world. She considers Rotary's structure, extensive network, and unwavering commitment to service far superior to that of the United Nations. Yolanda's passion for Rotary stems from its consistency of purpose and the genuine desire of Rotarians to make a difference. She appreciates the evolving nature of Rotary, which is no longer limited to a specific demographic, but rather welcomes business leaders, emerging leaders, and community leaders from all walks of life. Yolanda firmly believes that American Rotarians embody the very best qualities of America.
Before her Rotary journey, Yolanda had a diverse background. Originally from the Philippines, she was a co-owner of a successful Internet Service Provider company, which she sold profitably upon moving to the United States. Prior to her business ventures, Yolanda worked as a Registered Midwife, a certified High School Teacher, and earned a Masters in Public Administration. Additionally, she spent two years studying in the College of Law. Yolanda's introduction to Rotary came through her involvement in Rotaract, where she served as the President of the Rotaract Club of Mati in District 3860.
We warmly welcome Yolanda Hoffman back to Suburban Rotary, knowing that her leadership and dedication will continue to elevate the club's impact on the community. With her wealth of experience and steadfast commitment to Rotary values, Yolanda is poised to steer Suburban Rotary towards even greater success. Let us join together in congratulating Yolanda on her well-deserved appointment as the new Executive Director of Suburban Rotary of Omaha!
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