At last we have some progress for our local Rotary .. Applecross, Melville, Attadale and, hopefully Cockburn, to progress our partnership to bring Rotary community activities into the businesses of the Melville Cockburn Chamber of Commerce.
The Chamber has finally appointed a new CEO in Melissa Haslam and she is keen to meet with our group, along with the MCCC President and develop the relationship with Rotary in terms of working together to help local business build its community social licence.
David Porter (Melville) and Llew Withers (Attadale) and I met last Friday to review our position and make sure that our meeting with the MCCC on Wed, 19th Aug would put in place the framework for a successful long term relationship.
Of course, for Rotary, it is about building our exposure in the local business sector, seeking active support for the community work we undertake and, ultimately, creating an interest in new membership and especially community leadership.
We are really positive about this move, which will consolidate the already strong relationship with the MCCC, but give it a sense of purpose which will be a win win for both parties.
Keep an ear tuned as there will be a major MCCC Expo in October which should create a great opportunity to give the partnership a strong boost!