July 20, 2015 Spokesman

Posted by Pat Swenson 
on Jul 23, 2015
 
Rotary Minutes—July 20, 2015
 
The meeting was called to order by President, Rich Bergdahl at 6:30 p.m.  Don Dix lead the Flag Salute and the Inspiration Moment was given by D.V. Hurst.  DV’s topic was Viewpoint.  “Life depends on how you look at things and this determines how things come out”. 
 
Rich thanked Jason Overleese for Greeting,  Rick Walter and Eric Olsen for handling the front desk and me (Pat Swenson) for Scribing.
 
Visitors:  Cindy Weller from Maui, Gail Auslander (Bob’s wife) and Matt Norehad (Ernie’s son) visiting from L.A.
 
Announcements:
-Eric Olsen reminded everyone that the Golf Tournament is this coming Monday, July 27th at Bear Creek Country Club.  Registration starts at 10:00 am, Tee Off at 12:00.  Dinner and awards following after the golf.
-Scott Becker gave an update on the Duck Dash ($5400 so far turned in).  Ernie’s team leading, with Rick’s in second place, then Megan, then Bill.  Let Scott know if you can help on Race Day.  Branding Party is on Monday, August 3rd at Lee Johnson car dealership, starting at 5:30pm.  Pizza, drinks and cookies (by Joanne) will be provided.  Everyone welcome and all are needed to help brand the ducks for the race.
-Bob Webb asked everyone to sign up for the ticketing selling venues.  Wednesdays at the Farmers Market and Saturday & Sunday at QFC.  See him to sign up.
-Steve Shinstrom requested sign ups for Scribes and Greeters.  (No meetings on August 3rd and August 10th.)  (Duck Branding on 3rd and Race Weekend Aug 8,9)
-Dave DeBois announced the date for the Family Picnic:  August 17th.  The food this year will be barbeque ribs and other treats. 
 
President’s Message:
Rich shared the items that were discussed at the last Board Meeting (Anne Hamilton sent those minutes to all members.)  The individuals that have volunteered for various committees were thanked and those that have not signed up, Joanne will be contacting you to add you to a committee. Rich thanked Scott Rethke for putting together the last meeting at ChainLink.  Everyone had a great time and felt good about supporting a local new business.  More events like this to come.  Rich mentioned our Kirkland Rotary was in the last Reporter with an article about our donation to the Waverly Park pavilion.  Rich also asked the attendees about any interest in a block of tickets for the September 7th Mariners Game.  Rick Walter can obtain 24 tickets for a Suite at $85-$95 per ticket.  There was a lot of interest in having a Suite for the 3:45 pm game with the Rangers on Labor Day (9/7/15).  Rick is looking into the details and will let the Club know the exact pricing per ticket.  He also volunteered to provide food for that day.  (Thank you Rick!)   Lastly, Rich invited all members that golf to join him on any Saturday or Sunday morning at Bellevue Muni for a foursome at 6:30/6:40 am tee off.  Just give him a call and let him know you wish to join his 4-some.  Rich would like to spend time with members getting to know you better and sharing a fun time.
 
Happy Dollars:  Collected by Rick Walter.  Lots of Happy Folks.
 
Program:  Angel Investing.   Speaker:  Nathan MacDonald, with Keiretsu Forum
Nathan talked about the history of angel investors.  They started with Broadway Shows to bring entertainment to the world, not necessarily for a profit.  They evolved into groups of like minded investors wishing to help start ups at an eventual profit.  Angel investors need “time, capital, experience as serial entrepreneurs and assets”.  Nathan went through the steps of how his group was started and how it evolved into its current form.  Angel investors fill a “funding gap” for firms that need financing.  There are currently about 316,000 active angel investors in the U.S. with $24.1 Billion invested in 2014, making 73,000 deals a year.  Information is the key to a good investment in a company, generating research reports and having lots of time being involved with the fund.  Nathan left postcards announcing Angel Capital Expo, presented by Keiretsu Forum, on Thursday, August 13th at 8:30 am to 5:00 pm at Microsoft, Building 37.  Address:  16071 NE 36th Street, Redmond, WA.
 
Rich invited all Kirkland Rotarians to join him on the 9th hole at Bear Creek on August 24th for the Kirkland Chamber Golf Tournament.  We have sponsored the 9th hole and can greet all the golfers as they come through.  Contact Rich for details if you are interested in joining the group on hole 9.  Rich also reminded all that the Salmon Bake is on August 31st at Ernie Norehad house on Hunts Point.  The Meeting was adjourned at 7:45 pm.