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SUMMARY:Mary Fran Crook\, Executive Director of Joye in Aiken
DESCRIPTION:Joye in Aiken is a nonprofit organization dedicated to making the very best in the performing arts available to our citizens\, and especially our students. In 2016\, Joye was awarded the Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Award (South Carolina’s highest honor in the arts) for its Educational Outreach Program.  \nFounded in 2008\, Joye in Aiken is the heir to\, and the very embodiment of\, Aiken’s longstanding tradition of nurturing excellence in the arts.  The organization takes its name from Joye Cottage\, a fabulous Gilded Age mansion once the center of a social circle that included America’s most prominent families.  The 60-room “cottage” hosted performances by some of the world’s greatest artists\, attended by some of the nation’s wealthiest arts patrons.  \nToday\, Joye in Aiken carries that legacy forward\, but with a difference.  Where in earlier times only the privileged few in our area were able to enjoy those truly world-class experiences\, now the organization brings that same magic to a much wider and more diverse audience.   In the last 17 years\, we have brought over 700 musicians\, actors\, and dancers at the top of their disciplines (primarily from The Juilliard School) to participate in the weeklong Performing Arts Festival held each March\, where a wide variety of events are made available to the public at low or no cost.  Even more importantly\, through our Outreach Program\, those artists have taught\, mentored\, and inspired over 50\,000 area schoolchildren. \nThe name “Joye in Aiken” is meant to honor the central role that Joye Cottage has played in our history while suggesting the very nature of the program itself\, which has brought boundless joy to so many of our citizens.  Through our Festival and Outreach Program\, we share experiences with families and students\, young and old\, from all backgrounds and walks of life\, representing the highest and most joyful reaches of artistic endeavor. \nThe legacy continues. \n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/paul-crook-executive-director-of-the-etherredge-center/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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SUMMARY:S.C. State Senator\, Tom Young\, with a Legislative Update
DESCRIPTION:Tom Young represents Senate District 24 covering large portions of Aiken County including of Aiken\, North Augusta\, Warrenville\, Gloverville\, Couchton\, New Ellenton\, Jackson\, Beech Island\, and Montmorenci in Aiken County. \nIn the Senate\, Tom has worked to strengthen our economy; to pass ethics reform; to improve education; to control government spending; to restructure state government; to reform child protective services; and to reform our state’s electric and gas utility laws. To keep constituents informed\, Tom created a periodic legislative email update that he drafts and sends during the year. Tom has received statewide recognition for leading efforts to restructure state government including shortening the legislative session; for his advocacy for improving education in South Carolina; and for his leadership addressing deficiencies in child protective services at the Department of Social Services. \nIn the Senate\, Tom serves on the Finance\, Education\, Rules\, Fish and Game\, Veterans and Family Affairs\, Oversight\, and Nuclear Advisory Committees and the Savannah River Maritime Commission. In addition\, Tom previously served on the Legislative Audit Council. Locally\, Tom is chair of the Aiken County Legislative Delegation. \nBorn and raised in Aiken\, Tom graduated from Aiken High and the University of South Carolina where he was student body president at both schools. Before his service in the legislature\, Tom served on the boards of the Greater Aiken Chamber of Commerce\, Aiken County Dollars for Scholars (past chair)\, Children’s Place (past chair)\, Aiken County Public Education Partners\, USC Young Alumni Association (past chair)\, USC Aiken Partnership\, South Carolina Honors College\, and several committees of the South Carolina Bar. Tom received the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award in 1993 while at USC and is the 2009 recipient of the Silver Compleat Lawyer Award presented by the USC School of Law Alumni Association to recognize alumni for outstanding civic and professional accomplishments while exemplifying the highest standards of professional competence\, ethics\, and integrity. \nTom practices law in Aiken with Young & Thurmond\, LLC where he has been named to South Carolina Super Lawyers and to Best Lawyers in America. Before his service in the Senate\, Tom served in the S.C. House of Representatives representing District 81 from 2009 through 2012. \nTom is married to his wife Heather and his daughters are Hailey and Ashley. Tom and his family are members of Aiken’s St. John’s Methodist Church\, and he volunteers as an attorney for Millbrook Baptist Church. \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/s-c-state-senator-tom-young-with-a-legislative-update-3/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T123000
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SUMMARY:MLK Day - NO MEETING
DESCRIPTION:“If we are to have peace on earth\, our loyalties must become ecumenical rather than sectional. Our loyalties must transcend our race\, our tribe\, our class\, and our nation; and this means we must develop a world perspective.”\nChristmas sermon\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 1967. \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/mlk-day-no-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cub Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T133000
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SUMMARY:Graham Neff\, Clemson University Director of Athletics
DESCRIPTION:Graham Neff was named Clemson’s 14th Director of Athletics on December 23\, 2021 in the midst of his 13th year at Clemson and is now in his fourth year in the role. During his tenure\, Neff has established himself as a forward-thinking leader with a focus on student-athlete well-being and academic and athletic success. Additionally\, he’s helped to navigate a complicated national landscape\, working closely with key stakeholders to stay at the forefront of the issues with an emphasis on the impacts to Clemson. \nHe’s overseen significant facility development\, including investments in football and a women’s sport expansion project to house Clemson’s new lacrosse and gymnastics teams\, and in 2025 opened the 55\,000-square-foot Watt Family Performance and Wellness Center. He led the bringing of Clemson’s multimedia rights in-house\, developed a comprehensive NIL program and launched a streaming service\, Clemson+. Recently\, Clemson announced the formation of Clemson Ventures\, which is an innovative take on commercial revenue generation within the athletic department\, including sales\, media creation\, digital marketing\, NIL and events verticals.  Additionally\, IPTAY has seen record-breaking growth in the past two years\, which included the largest gift in IPTAY history. \nAcademically\, Clemson’s graduation success rate has been above 91 percent for eleven consecutive years\, tops the nation among public Power Five institutions for two straight years with a 96 percent mark for the most recent data release\, and student-athlete total GPA has been above 3.0 for 12 straight semesters. \nAll of this led to Clemson being named one of Front Office Sports’ Best Collegiate Athletic Departments nationally. \nOn the field\, it has led to significant results. In the 2022-23 season\, Clemson’s teams won four ACC championships in a single season for the first time since 1998-99. In the 2023-24 year\, four programs advanced to national quarterfinals in a single season\, an accomplishment that had not occurred since 1979-80. In 2023\, the men’s soccer program claimed its second national championship in three years. Men’s soccer also won the 2023 ACC title\, while there was a historic run by the men’s basketball program\, which knocked off powerhouses Baylor and Arizona in the NCAA Tournament. Women’s soccer advanced to its first College Cup as well. \nClemson made its return to the College Football Playoff in 2024 after claiming the ACC Football Championship and won an ACC Championship in Softball and Women’s Indoor Track & Field in 2024-25\, as well as NCAA appearances from Lacrosse (Sweet 16)\, Men’s Soccer (Sweet 16)\, Gymnastics (Regional Quarterfinals) and men’s and women ‘s tennis. \nNeff has been in senior leadership positions within Clemson Athletics since 2013\, including as chief financial officer and director of capital projects prior to his most recent role as deputy director of athletics. Neff has helped oversee the build and financing of more than $200 million in facility improvements\, aided in the continued development of IPTAY\, and served as a sport administrator for football and men’s basketball. \nNeff works consistently with key university stakeholders\, including the university Executive Leadership Team\, The Board of Trustees\, IPTAY Board of Directors\, Athletics Council\, as well as several university committees and appointments. \nDuring his time as a sport supervisor\, the football program won two national championships\, the men’s basketball program made a pair of NCAA Tournament appearances\, including a Sweet 16 run in 2018. \nNeff has helped develop several key areas of the department\, including the financial philosophy\, fundraising\, student-athlete welfare\, and external operations management\, and in 2019 was named one of Sports Business Daily’s Power Players and in 2021 was named to SBJ’s 40 Under 40 list. \nPrior to his role as Deputy AD\, he joined Clemson in April 2013 as Associate AD of Finance and Facilities. Before Clemson\, Neff served two-plus years in several senior administrative roles at Middle Tennessee State Athletics\, with emphasis in finance\, facilities and external operations. \nA civil engineering graduate of Georgia Tech\, he served as a student manager for Coach Paul Hewitt and the men’s basketball program\, advancing to a Final Four in 2004. Neff worked in the Financial Advisory Services group at Deloitte and Touche from 2006 to 2008\, prior to returning to a finance and ticketing role at the Georgia Tech Athletic Association. He earned an MBA from Georgia Tech in 2010. \nNeff and his wife Kristin have three sons\, Grady and twins Emmett and Nolan. \n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/dr-james-clements-president-clemson-university/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T123000
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SUMMARY:NO MEETING
DESCRIPTION:CONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/no-meeting/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cub Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T113000
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SUMMARY:Economic Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Shaping Tomorrow: Rotary Economic Symposium\nWhen: February 4\, 2026\nWhere: USCA Convocation Center\nFeatured Keynote Speaker: Tom Barkin\, President\, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond.\nEmcee: Rotarian Bill Tucker\nThis will be an inspiring and thought-provoking event\, bringing together leaders and community members to explore the future of our economy and its impact locally and beyond.\nTo purchase tickets\, please click here 👉🏼 https://www.eventbrite.com/…/rotary-club-of-aiken-2026… \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/economic-symposium/
LOCATION:USC Aiken Convocation Center\, 2049 Champion Way\, Graniteville\, SC\, 29829\, United States
CATEGORIES:BELL RINGERS,Guest Speaker,Margarita Make-Up,Roadside Trash Pick Up,Rotary Meet & Greet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T133000
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SUMMARY:Ed Brockner\, Youth Caddie Program Mission Director at USC Aiken
DESCRIPTION:Old Barnwell Golf Club has started a youth caddie program that gives students from eighth grade to college a chance to be mentored by the club’s members while learning the life skills acquired by working as a caddie.  \n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/ed-brockner-usca-athletic-scholarship-mentoring/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T123000
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SUMMARY:James L Felder
DESCRIPTION:The author\, James L. Felder\, is a native South Carolinian.  Having grown up in Sumter\, SC\, he has lived and worked in Atlanta\, GA; New York City\, Chicago\, IL and Washington\, DC.\n       Following the completion of his undergraduate studies at Clark College in Atlanta\, GA\, he spent two years in the United States Army serving with the Honor Guard Ceremonial Unit in the Nation’s capital.  After his tour of duty with the Army\, he matriculated at Howard University School of Law completing his studies in June 1967\, and returned to South Carolina.\n       His selection to serve with the Honor Guard represented only the tenth black American to serve with this elite unit.  The first nine preceded him by several months.\n       Felder is a former member of the South Carolina House of Representatives (1970-72) and one of three blacks who served in the General Assembly since Reconstruction.\n       Felder is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity.  He has been a member for 60 years and has served in various leadership roles.\n       The author has written three books:  (1)  I Buried John F. Kennedy\, (2)  Civil Rights in South Carolina\, (3) The Making of an AME Bishop and the latest book The Life and Times of Luns C. Richardson.\n       Jim Felder resides in Columbia\, South Carolina\, where he continues to write and remains active in the community.  He has two children\, Jimmy and Adrienne\, a son-in-law\, Lancelot\, and two grandchildren\, Lancelot II and Sean.. \n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/james-l-felder/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T123000
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SUMMARY:W. Keller Kissam. President–Dominion Energy South Carolina
DESCRIPTION:W. Keller Kissam is president–Dominion Energy South Carolina.\nHe oversees Dominion Energy’s regulated utility in South Carolina serving about 1.2 million electric and gas customer accounts.\n Prior to the merger with Dominion Energy\, Kissam\njoined SCANA in 1988 as a new utility professional\nand held numerous positions in both electric and\ngas operations. He was named vice president-Gas\nOperations in 1996\, vice president-SCE&G Electric\nOperations in 2003 and President and Chief\nOperating Officer of SCE&G in 2017. Upon completion of the merger\, he was named president–Electric Operations at Dominion Energy South Carolina in 2019\, and he assumed his current position in January 2022.\nKissam serves as 2nd Vice Chair and as a board and executive committee member for the South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce organization. He also is a member of the Palmetto Business Forum. He previously served as Chairman of both the Central South Carolina Economic Development Alliance and the Southeastern Electric Exchange\, and is a past board member of the Clemson University Board of Visitors.\nKissam earned a bachelor’s degree from The Citadel\, The Military College of South Carolina\, where he served as Regimental Commander of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. He also received an Honorary Doctorate of Business from The Citadel in 2015 and is a member of The Citadel’s Business Hall of Fame. \n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/w-keller-kissam-president-dominion-energy-south-carolina/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T133000
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SUMMARY:Dr. Forest Mahan\, President of Aiken Technical College
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mahan received a bachelor of arts degree from the College of Charleston and a master of arts degree and a doctor of philosophy degree in Higher Education Administration from USC Columbia. Before his current position\, Mahan was the vice president for academics at Northeastern Technical College. He began his career as a history instructor at Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College\, where he later became dean of arts and sciences. Dr. Forest Mahan became President of Aiken Technical College in 2016\, becoming the College’s fifth president since it opened in fall of 1972. Classes for Aiken Technical College began in temporary facilities in Aiken. One hundred and seventy-seven students enrolled in the first class of what was then the Aiken Technical Education Center. The current campus opened in the winter of 1973. The name was changed to Aiken Technical College in March 1978. The original ATC campus consisted of three buildings constructed at a cost of $2.3 million — $80\,000 provided by Aiken County and the remainder from federal education grants. The campus has seen great expansion over the past few decades. The Dale Phelon Information Technology Center opened for classes in the fall of 2000 and includes the College’s library\, classrooms\, offices and meeting space. In the summer of 2001\, construction of the $3 million\, 30\,000-square-foot CSRA Manufacturing and Technology Training Center was completed. A 52\,000-square-foot Health and Science building was added in fall 2003 to allow the College to offer radiologic technology\, surgical technology and medical coding programs. It was completed at a cost of $7.6 million. The Associate Degree in Nursing program became available there in fall 2005. With the completion of the Health and Science Building\, a student commons was created and dedicated to Senator Thomas L. Moore in 2004. The 700-800 Building was renovated in 2003-2004 and opened for classes in 2005. The renovation created multimedia classrooms\, a state-of-the-art Testing Center\, and an inviting and well-equipped Academic Success Center. ATC opened its 6\,090-square-foot Enrollment Services Center in the Ashley J. Little Administration Building in 2013. By combining the College’s admissions and records\, financial aid\, and academic advising into one convenient location\, ATC has streamlined the enrollment process for students. During the summer of 2014\, the College broke ground for its new Center for Energy and Advanced Manufacturing. To fund the $8.5 million project\, the College received a $2.6 million grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration and $2.4 million from the S.C. state legislature to use along with $1.5 million of College funding. The ATC Foundation also led a $2 million capital campaign\, Putting Knowledge to Work. The funding sources combined allowed the facility to be completed without debt. The Center for Energy and Advanced Manufacturing was dedicated in September 2015. ATC was once home to the Knights men’s basketball program from 1991-2013\, and the Lady Knights women’s fast pitch softball program from 2006- 2013. The College offers opportunities for student leadership and development through a number of clubs and organizations\, including the Student Government Association\, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society\, Campus Ambassador Program\, Student Veterans Association\, Christian Life Club\, Student Nurses Association and the American Welding Society. Through partnerships with local\, regional and national nonprofit organizations\, government entities\, industries and educational institutions\, ATC has created numerous pathways to assist veterans in achieving educational goals or advancing within their military careers. The ATC campus is home to nearly 300 veterans and veterans’ dependents. More than four decades after its founding\, ATC has grown into a multi-service\, two-year comprehensive college offering numerous educational opportunities in college transfer credit and noncredit health\, public service\, business\, industrial engineering\, nuclear and computer technology programs. \n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/dr-forest-mahan-president-of-aiken-technical-college-2/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T123000
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SUMMARY:Ross Williams. President of Titan Farms\, Edgefield
DESCRIPTION:his role as president\, Williams will oversee daily operations\, lead cross-functional teams and drive the execution of the company’s strategic goals. With a deep understanding of Titan Farms’ values and a focus on quality\, sustainability and innovation\, Williams is well-equipped to guide the company’s ongoing success. \n“I am honored to take on the role of president at Titan Farms\,” said Williams. “Having worked alongside Chalmers Carr and the incredible team here\, I am inspired by the company’s legacy and excited to lead us into a new chapter. Together\, we will continue to focus on operational excellence\, innovation and exploring new opportunities while staying true to our commitment to quality and sustainability.” \nChalmers Carr\, Titan Farms’ founder\, will transition to the role of CEO\, where he will focus on strategic initiatives and long-term growth while continuing to support key operational efforts. Carr will work closely with Williams to ensure the company’s mission and vision remain central to all decisions. \n“This is an exciting milestone for Titan Farms\,” said Carr. “Ross has been an integral part of our leadership team for 11 years\, and his expertise and forward-thinking approach make him the ideal choice for president. I look forward to working alongside Ross as we position Titan Farms for even greater success in the years ahead.” \nTitan Farms remains committed to its mission of producing high-quality\, fresh produce for their customers.  As president\, Williams will lead with a focus on collaboration\, innovation and operational excellence\, ensuring alignment across all departments and sustaining Titan Farms’ reputation as an industry leader.\n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/ross-williams-president-of-titan-farms-edgefield/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T133000
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SUMMARY:Pastor Lex  Perry with C4 Impact
DESCRIPTION:The mission of C4 Impact – Aiken is to be a transformative force in the lives of the homeless\, the recovering\, and those reentering from incarceration by meeting immediate needs\, fostering hope\, and guiding them into a life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ.  \n“For I know the plans I have for you\, declares the Lord\, plans for welfare and not for evil\, to give you a future and a hope.” – Jeremiah 29:11 ESV \n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/ronald-mcdonald-house/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T133000
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CREATED:20260126T185025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T201129Z
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SUMMARY:Women's History\, Andrea Thomas Moderator
DESCRIPTION:Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history\, culture and society and has been observed annually in the month of March in the United States since 1987. Women’s History Month 2026 takes place from Sunday\, March 1\, through Tuesday\, March 31. \n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/womens-history-andrea-thomas-moderator/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T123000
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SUMMARY:KT Ruthven\, Aiken Real Estate & 2026 Outlook
DESCRIPTION:K.T. grew up in New Jersey\, his parents left for the South when he went to college. While trying to decide where to settle down during his senior year of college\, K.T. came for a visit during spring break…and was hooked. Aiken does that to a great many folks! \nK.T. started his career in real estate in 2003. He holds several industry designations and has been very active with the Aiken Association of Realtors and the South Carolina Association of Realtors. K.T. was awarded the “Best of the Best Real Estate Agent” in 2006\, 2011 “Realtor of the Year” and 2018 “Young Professionals to Follow” in Aiken. \nOutside of real estate\, K.T. and Martha (wife) are very involved in the community. In a town like Aiken\, it is easy to have fun and get involved in a wide variety of activities.\n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/kt-ruthven-aiken-real-estate-2026-outlook/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T133000
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CREATED:20260219T182843Z
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SUMMARY:Peggy Ford\, Executive Director of Children's Place\, Child Abuse Prevention Month
DESCRIPTION:During April\, we recognize National Child Abuse Prevention Month (NCAPM) and the importance of communities working together to support and strengthen families and prevent child maltreatment. Throughout the year\, communities are encouraged to increase awareness about child and family well-being and work together to implement effective strategies that support families and prevent child abuse and neglect. \nNCAPM activities are implemented in partnership with our National Child Abuse Prevention Partners\, the Federal Inter-Agency Work Group on Child Abuse and Neglect\, and families with lived expertise. \nNCAPM and other Federal child abuse-related activities are authorized by the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA). CAPTA provides funding to States to support the prevention\, assessment\, investigation\, prosecution\, and treatment of child abuse and neglect. It also provides grants to public agencies and nonprofit organizations\, including American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Tribal organizations\, for demonstration programs and projects. About CAPTA: A Legislative History provides more information about this important legislation. \n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/peggy-ford-executive-director-of-childrens-place-child-abuse-prevention-month/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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SUMMARY:Paul Crook\, Executive Director of the Etherredge Center
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Etherredge Center at the University of South Carolina Aiken\, a cornerstone of artistic expression and cultural engagement in the heart of our campus. Established in 1986\, the Etherredge Center stands as a testament to the university’s commitment to fostering creativity and enriching the lives of our community members. Named in honor of Cecil and Virginia Etherredge\, whose philanthropic support helped make its construction possible\, the Etherredge Center has been a vital hub for the performing and visual arts ever since its opening. \nWith a 687-seat main theater\, a 110-seat thrust theatre (O’Connell Theatre)\, an art gallery\, and versatile event spaces\, the center provides a platform for students\, faculty\, and visiting artists to showcase their talents and share their passion with audiences of all ages. \nFrom captivating theatrical productions and musical performances to inspiring exhibitions and educational workshops\, the Etherredge Center offers a vibrant and inclusive cultural experience for all who walk through its doors. Join us as we celebrate the power of the arts to inspire\, provoke thought\, and unite communities. \n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/paul-crook-executive-director-of-the-etherredge-center-2/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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SUMMARY:Shull Ag: Conservation and Development
DESCRIPTION:Shull Ag is a farmer-owned engineering and consulting firm based in South Carolina\, focused on helping producers grow beyond compliance. We provide agricultural engineering\, consulting\, and enterprise development services that strengthen operations\, expand income streams\, and bring new economic opportunities directly to the farm. By combining firsthand farm experience with technical expertise\, we help producers reduce dependence on the federal government and achieve lasting\, long-term success—building stronger\, more profitable agricultural businesses across South Carolina.\n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/shull-ag-conservation-and-development/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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SUMMARY:Eva Finnen\, Executive Director of Great Oak Equestrian Assisted Programs
DESCRIPTION:Great Oak provides equine assisted activities that\npromote the physical\, emotional\, and psychological\nhealth of individuals with disabilities. At Great Oak\, we change lives. Our programs are the catalyst for unbridled personal growth and awareness. We share our\nknowledge to empower individuals and their families. \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/eva-finnen-executive-director-of-great-oak-equestrian-assisted-programs/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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SUMMARY:Major Nick Gilliam\, Aiken County Detention Center recovery and Re-entry program
DESCRIPTION:  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/major-nick-gilliam-aiken-county-detention-center-recovery-and-re-entry-program/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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SUMMARY:Aiken Rotary Scholarship Program\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:For many years\, the Rotary Club of Aiken has awarded scholarships to worthy students. We awarded a $7\,500 scholarship to 25 students from the Class of 2025 for a total of $187\,500. \nThis scholarship is open to all 2026 graduating high school students who live in Area 1 or attend an Area 1 school\, including homeschool students. Each of this year’s scholarship winners will receive $7500. \n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/aiken-rotary-scholarship-program-2026/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cub Business
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day - NO MEETING
DESCRIPTION:“As we express our gratitude\, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter the words\, but to live by them.” – John F. Kennedy \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/memorial-day-no-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
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SUMMARY:Graham Neff\, Clemson University Director of Athletics
DESCRIPTION:Graham Neff was named Clemson’s 14th Director of Athletics on December 23\, 2021 in the midst of his 13th year at Clemson and is now in his fourth year in the role. During his tenure\, Neff has established himself as a forward-thinking leader with a focus on student-athlete well-being and academic and athletic success. Additionally\, he’s helped to navigate a complicated national landscape\, working closely with key stakeholders to stay at the forefront of the issues with an emphasis on the impacts to Clemson. \nHe’s overseen significant facility development\, including investments in football and a women’s sport expansion project to house Clemson’s new lacrosse and gymnastics teams\, and in 2025 opened the 55\,000-square-foot Watt Family Performance and Wellness Center. He led the bringing of Clemson’s multimedia rights in-house\, developed a comprehensive NIL program and launched a streaming service\, Clemson+. Recently\, Clemson announced the formation of Clemson Ventures\, which is an innovative take on commercial revenue generation within the athletic department\, including sales\, media creation\, digital marketing\, NIL and events verticals.  Additionally\, IPTAY has seen record-breaking growth in the past two years\, which included the largest gift in IPTAY history. \nAcademically\, Clemson’s graduation success rate has been above 91 percent for eleven consecutive years\, tops the nation among public Power Five institutions for two straight years with a 96 percent mark for the most recent data release\, and student-athlete total GPA has been above 3.0 for 12 straight semesters. \nAll of this led to Clemson being named one of Front Office Sports’ Best Collegiate Athletic Departments nationally. \nOn the field\, it has led to significant results. In the 2022-23 season\, Clemson’s teams won four ACC championships in a single season for the first time since 1998-99. In the 2023-24 year\, four programs advanced to national quarterfinals in a single season\, an accomplishment that had not occurred since 1979-80. In 2023\, the men’s soccer program claimed its second national championship in three years. Men’s soccer also won the 2023 ACC title\, while there was a historic run by the men’s basketball program\, which knocked off powerhouses Baylor and Arizona in the NCAA Tournament. Women’s soccer advanced to its first College Cup as well. \nClemson made its return to the College Football Playoff in 2024 after claiming the ACC Football Championship and won an ACC Championship in Softball and Women’s Indoor Track & Field in 2024-25\, as well as NCAA appearances from Lacrosse (Sweet 16)\, Men’s Soccer (Sweet 16)\, Gymnastics (Regional Quarterfinals) and men’s and women ‘s tennis. \nNeff has been in senior leadership positions within Clemson Athletics since 2013\, including as chief financial officer and director of capital projects prior to his most recent role as deputy director of athletics. Neff has helped oversee the build and financing of more than $200 million in facility improvements\, aided in the continued development of IPTAY\, and served as a sport administrator for football and men’s basketball. \nNeff works consistently with key university stakeholders\, including the university Executive Leadership Team\, The Board of Trustees\, IPTAY Board of Directors\, Athletics Council\, as well as several university committees and appointments. \nDuring his time as a sport supervisor\, the football program won two national championships\, the men’s basketball program made a pair of NCAA Tournament appearances\, including a Sweet 16 run in 2018. \nNeff has helped develop several key areas of the department\, including the financial philosophy\, fundraising\, student-athlete welfare\, and external operations management\, and in 2019 was named one of Sports Business Daily’s Power Players and in 2021 was named to SBJ’s 40 Under 40 list. \nPrior to his role as Deputy AD\, he joined Clemson in April 2013 as Associate AD of Finance and Facilities. Before Clemson\, Neff served two-plus years in several senior administrative roles at Middle Tennessee State Athletics\, with emphasis in finance\, facilities and external operations. \nA civil engineering graduate of Georgia Tech\, he served as a student manager for Coach Paul Hewitt and the men’s basketball program\, advancing to a Final Four in 2004. Neff worked in the Financial Advisory Services group at Deloitte and Touche from 2006 to 2008\, prior to returning to a finance and ticketing role at the Georgia Tech Athletic Association. He earned an MBA from Georgia Tech in 2010. \nNeff and his wife Kristin have three sons\, Grady and twins Emmett and Nolan. \n  \nCONTACT US
URL:https://www.aikenrotary.com/event/graham-neff-clemson-university-director-of-athletics/
LOCATION:Newberry Hall\, 117 Newberry St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
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