FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17
JOINT SAINT PAUL/MINNEAPOLIS ROTARY MEETING:

Stevie Ray and his improv talents will lead the program to mix things up, as two historiac Rotary clubs become more acquainted. Remember the wonderful time we had celebrating our 100th anniversary together? Let’s do it again! Our Rotary clubs do great things locally and internationally, so let’s celebrate our 102nd birthdays together.

Stevie is the founder and co-director of Stevie Ray's Improv Company, an organization that has provided training and entertainment nationwide since 1989. With over 15 years professional experience and over 600 corporate clients, Stevie Ray brings a dynamic and interactive presentation to any event.

Stevie is a nationally touring speaker and performer, getting audiences on their feet (and learning to think on them). As a trainer, he has helped tens of thousands to handle tough, on-the-spot situations with ease. Teams and working groups also learn what it takes to stay vital and productive.

Stevie is the author of "What we laugh at, and why," a book that explains the nature of humor and how to use it to your advantage. He is also a columnist for the Business Journal newspaper of the Twin Cities.

When it comes to content, Stevie is not just talk. He is the owner of multiple businesses and a consultant for Fortune 50 companies and start-ups alike. 

There will be a "Meet and Greet" at 11:30 a.m. on the 50th floor of the IDS Center, 80 S 8th Street. This will be prime time to connect with old friends and make some new ones. The meeting will start at noon and end at 1:15 p.m.

Discounted parking is $5 at the Accenture Ramp at 333 South Seventh Street, Minneapolis, MN 55402. Enter on 8th Street for parking. Use the skyway if it’s cold! Be sure to get a coupon at the meeting to present to the parking attendant when leaving the ramp.RSVP by Feb 14th (either online or by calling the Rotary office at 651 222-2028). 

This takes the place of our Tuesday, February 14th meeting.  We'll be back at the Crowne Plaza Hotel on February 21st when our speaker will be Governor Mark Dayton.