Welcome to the Rotary Club of Washington, DC
Upcoming Lunch Programs
In-Person/Hybrid Washington DC Weekly Club Meeting
Speaker: Christine Cotter
Sail Beyond Cancer Annapolis
Christine Cotter became Executive Director of Sail Beyond Cancer Annapolis in 2024.
Before joining Sail Beyond Cancer Annapolis, Ms. Cotter was Vice President of Public
Relations at American Professional Agency, Inc. She has more than 20 years of
experience in managing and working with membership organizations, including the
American Society of Psychoanalytic Physicians, American Psychiatric Association
district branches, and Maryland and District of Columbia Society of Clinical Oncology.
Christine works with our Board and volunteers, and is responsible for the administration
of Sail Beyond Cancer Annapolis.
In-Person/Hybrid Washington DC Weekly Club Meeting
Speaker: Lynsey Wood Jeffries
Celebrating 50 Years - Building A World Where Every Child's Promise and Potential Are Realized
In-Person/Hybrid Washington DC Weekly Club Meeting
Speaker: Dr. Joe Swope
Increasing Sales with Applied Creativity
Dr. Joe Swope is a psychologist, educator, and inventor with a passion for helping professionals unlock creative solutions
to drive business growth. He holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology, a master’s degree in teaching, and a doctorate in psychology.
Drawing on his background as a researcher, patent holder, and 5th-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, Joe brings a
unique mix of discipline, insight, and innovation to every audience he works with. His presentations combine
behavioral science with real-world application, offering practical tools and interactive creativity exercises that help
people think differently—and more effectively—about their work.
Joe lives in Maryland with his wife and has spent more than 25 years empowering others to reach their full
potential through psychology, education, and applied creativity.
Our Upcoming Events
In-Person/Hybrid Washington DC Weekly Club Meeting
Speaker: Christine Cotter
Topic: Sail Beyond Cancer Annapolis
More info
In-Person/Hybrid Washington DC Weekly Club Meeting
Speaker: Lynsey Wood Jeffries
Topic: Celebrating 50 Years - Building A World Where Every Child's Promise and Potential Are Realized
More info
In-Person/Hybrid Washington DC Weekly Club Meeting
Speaker: Dr. Joe Swope
Topic: Increasing Sales with Applied Creativity
More info
Interested in the Rotary Club of Washington DC?
ATTEND LUNCH
Visitors are warmly invited to attend a weekly luncheon meeting of the Rotary Club of Washington, D.C. to experience our culture of service, leadership, and fellowship. The Club meets every Wednesday from 12:30–1:30 p.m. at the University Club of Washington, D.C. (1135 16th Street NW), with informal fellowship beginning at approximately 12:15 p.m. Guests are encouraged to register in advance using the link below and to introduce themselves at the registration table upon arrival. The cost of lunch is $42.
MEMBERSHIP INFO
We would also like to invite you to attend a New & Prospective Membership Orientation, which takes place on the 3rd Monday of every month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Please register HERE.
It’s the best opportunity to meet Club leaders and learn more firsthand about why joining us is so rewarding personally and professionally.
APPLY TODAY
If you are looking for a place to serve, lead, and connect with others who care about making a difference, we invite you to apply for membership in the Rotary Club of Washington, D.C. Our members come from many professions and backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to “Service Above Self” and to building community in the nation’s capital. Simply complete the application using the link below, and a member of our team will reach out to welcome you and guide you through the next steps.
Impacting the Community
Our members take action to create lasting change in Washington, D.C. and around the world. Through service projects, partnerships, grants, and hands-on volunteerism, we work to address real needs in our community while building meaningful relationships with those we serve and with one another.
Rotary is where people come together to turn commitment into impact.
Our Impact
