Rotarians, get ready to buckle up as Suburban Rotary turns its weekly routine into a wild rollercoaster of awesome vibes! Cue the drumroll, please... It's time to unveil the shining star of our meetings: Vocational Speakers! đŸŒŸ
Recently, we were delighted to hear from Past President Curt Peters, a dedicated Rotarian of 21 years and a remarkable Paul Harris Fellow +8. Hailing from the heartland of Iowa, Curt's journey is a testament to his unwavering commitment to service and his vibrant spirit.
Raised in the Hawkeye State, Curt entertained the idea of pursuing "football school" because his Dad is a Husker fan but ultimately chose to pursue his passion for technology at Iowa State University, where he earned his bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering. His entrepreneurial journey began in Florida, where he ventured into the nascent world of computing, founding Integrated Solutions—a pioneering company that flourished before laptops
and cell phones and continues to thrive 23 years later.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Curt's personal life is equally fulfilling. He has two children. He proudly shares that he recently married his high school sweetheart, jokingly noting that they met in junior year but tied the knot during her senior years.Curt's dedication to Rotary is palpable, stemming from a profound family legacy. He fondly recalls his mother, Joanne Peters, joining Rotary on the historic day when the US Supreme Court mandated Rotary International to accept women. Curt has devoted two decades to Rotary, following his mother's footsteps, passionately supporting programs like Rotary Youth Exchange (RYE).
His involvement in RYE has been transformative, as he fondly reminisces about the impact of hosting a student from Kosovo who pursued her education in the United States. Curt's dedication to RYE is unparalleled, with countless hours of volunteer work dedicated to empowering young minds through international exchange.
In addition to his tireless service, Curt brings joy and levity to Rotary meetings with his penchant for dressing up in various costumes, even channeling his inner Marilyn Monroe to infuse laughter into special occasions. Here is a picture of Curt's 2019 Valentine's Day attire at Rotary, a photo courtesy of Don Leu.
Curt Peters exemplifies the spirit of Rotary—dedicated, compassionate, and always ready to make a difference. We are privileged to have him as part of our Rotary family, inspiring us to embrace Service Above Self.
Past President Curt Peters giving his vocational talk at the Suburban Rotary
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