On Tuesday, July 8, our lunch program will be autobiographies from Victoria Carothers, Allan Bruckner, and a Mystery Member to be named later :-).
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Come learn more about some very interesting fellow Rotarians!
We’ll be in our usual room at the Riverhouse – Deschutes South.
Bios:
Victoria: Born in New York and raised in the cultural hubs of Hamburg and Vienna, Victoria brings a rich tapestry of international experience and a deep appreciation for the arts, architecture, and diverse cultures. Her journey through Europe instilled in her a lifelong love for creativity, connection, and community—values that resonate deeply with the vibrant spirit of Bend. After earning her BA from Rutgers University, Victoria launched a successful career in commercial banking in New York and New Jersey. Today, she serves as a Business Banker with U.S. Bank, where she continues to support local businesses and entrepreneurs with integrity, clear communication, and a genuine commitment to their success. In the early 2000s, Victoria moved to Los Angeles with her family, continuing her banking career while also serving on the board of the Los Angeles Air Cargo Association. Her dedication to service extended beyond her profession, as she actively volunteered her time to support local initiatives. Now happily settled in Bend since 2023, Victoria feels fortunate to live near her two daughters while staying closely connected to her son in Los Angeles. She’s embraced the natural beauty and strong sense of community that Bend offers and is proud to give back through service and fellowship. When she’s not working or volunteering, you’ll find Victoria enjoying the outdoors with her chocolate lab, Blu. Whether she’s hiking, skiing, traveling, or soaking in live music, she finds joy in the simple pleasures of life and the connections that make a place feel like home.
Allan: Born a long time ago and a long way away in Ithaca New York, Allan spent his first 21 years there until he decided to view more of the world. Following a spur of the moment decision, Allan and his best friend headed for Oregon where he enrolled in the university. After getting a bachelor’s and master’s degree and a wife, Allan headed east for a year in Washington DC, then to Long Beach California for two and a half years and then a year in Walla Walla. Finally back to Oregon to work as an economic development economist for 5 years with Pacific Power in Portland. Deciding there was a better future in mobile homes than electricity, he worked for a manufacturer for a year and then in 1970 moved to Bend and started a mobile home dealership. After 10 good years followed by five bad years in the business, he sold it and have since engaged in buying, building, fixing up, renting etc. small office buildings in Bend. Allan was sponsored into the Greater Bend Rotary Club by Mark Capell’s father in 1977, and he became the sixth president in 1981. Allan served on the Bend city council for 4 years in the early 90’s and now continue to enjoy harassing whoever is in office.
This meeting will both in-person and virtual. We will record the presentation for others who aren’t able to attend at noon.
Join the Zoom Meeting here: RCGB Zoom Link
You can also call in to the meeting at (669) 900-9128 and enter meeting ID: 692 491 9146. If you’re asked, the passcode is 5110.