John Berry, Terminal Operations Manager Offshore Wind at Crowley Maritime Corporation joined us this week to give an overview of how Crowley is planning to develop Salem's Port into an offshore wind port, servicing several windfarms south of Cape Cod.
Crowley is a family-owned company that has been in operation since 1892. With its third generation CEO from the Crowley family, the company prides itself on being at the forefront of every paradigm shift in maritime transportation and on being forward thinking as the maritime industry changes.
The company’s focus on the Blue economy has lead to their owning and operating 20 maritime terminals, with the Salem port being Crowley’s first offshore wind port. This port will be a marshalling port with Vineyard Wind as its anchor tenant. Crowley focuses on investigating opportunities in operations and maintenance of maritime vessels and has over 130 years of experience. They invest in technology to maximize and digitize operations and employ naval architects and engineers to improve efficiencies.
John shared that one focus of the new site will be on training and workforce development for well-paying on- and off-shore jobs. Crowley has an existing relationship with Mass Maritime Academy and is beginning conversations with local schools, colleges and community partners to build a workforce pipeline.
Crowley also has an interest in sustainability from both the environment and social perspectives.
CLUB AnnouncementS
Dutch Drinks Tonight!
Several of our club have expressed missing Dutch Drinks. President Joe invites you to join him this Friday, February 25 for a virtual Dutch Drinks!
Pour yourself your favorite libation, log with this link, and enjoy each other's company on another snowy New England night! During the shut down, quite a few of us enjoyed doing just that on several Friday nights and found it more enjoyable than some originally thought. So, give it try if you're bored staying in on Friday and join your fellow Rotarians for some visiting, stories and maybe even a few jokes.
The four way test
Rob Lutts, a 34-year Rotarian who joined the Salem Club in 1984, explained that Rotary is a great example of the power of a good idea. He applauded Paul Harris’ “good idea” and the incredible impact it has had since he founded Rotary. The good work of Rotary Clubs across the world and the camaraderie of its members demonstrate all aspects of the 4-Way Test. Rob did share some memories of his time with the Club like his first meeting, Rotary softball, and changes in Club membership over the years. One proud highlight was his involvement in starting the Salem Rotary Scholarship Foundation, which has had great impact on students in our community and will continue to do so in the years ahead. John Walsh is on deck to present next week.
Liz Bradt won the pot and donated the entire amount back to the Club! Thanks Liz!!
Guests and Visiting Rotarians
Rinus Oosthoek hosted two guests this week: Beth Debski of the Salem Partnership and Jeff Schwartz of the Salem Chamber. Liz Bradt hosted Bart Hoskins this week, and AV guru Jack was back!
YOURS IN SERVICE
There are a couple of upcoming service opportunities of sorts coming up. First is the Polar Plunge which will be taking place in April. We fully expect more plungers than usual due to the later plunging date. Get yourself ready or prepare your checkbook!
Rotary was able to negotiate four tickets to the Citizens Inn Gala and Auction which will be taking place on March 11 at Danversport. Please let Jason Consalvo or Bill Henning know if you are interested by February 28. Two tickets remain (maybe).
As mentioned earlier, the Amazing Shake competition at the Bates School is coming up on March 8. Feel free to sign up to judge the event if you are interested. Use the link above!
Finally, the next Lifebridge dinner is coming up on March 9. The Community Service Committee was busy this week selecting someone to coordinate the efforts. Sign up if you are interested. Meal is TBD.
ROTARIAN NEWS
Mike McLaughlin noted that we will celebrate Bob Anthony’s birthday at the March 15 meeting, and Bob will select our meal. Hopefully he will include a non-dessert option too!
Bruce Whear shared that he performed with his improv group in Mansfield to a first-time audience, which was fun. He also enjoyed a great weekend with Heidi in the North End.
Jason Consalvo visited his mom in Gilford, NH where Kerri and the boys had a somewhat harrowing sledding experience, which Graham enjoyed immensely! Jason also noted that he will reach out to this year’s freshmen committee to talk about the Freshmen Fund. This year’s freshmen include: Jim Dillon, Bill Golden, Atila Macun, and Carolyn Shapiro.
Mark Shaw thanked John Fisher for delivering his calendars. The check and stubs are in the mail!
Suzanne O’Brien was happy to be back at a meeting and is looking forward to welcoming her second grandchild in April.
Upcoming events
Rotary Auction
May 20, 2022
Please make note of the date change. The hope is that the later date will increase attendance.
Click the link below to log into the weekly club meeting via Zoom.
At Rotary, we understand that cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is essential to realizing our vision of a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change.
We value diversity and celebrate the contributions of people of all backgrounds, across age, ethnicity, race, color, disability, learning style, religion, faith, socioeconomic status, culture, marital status, languages spoken, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity as well as differences in ideas, thoughts, values, and beliefs.
Recognizing that individuals from certain groups have historically experienced barriers to membership, participation, and leadership, we commit to advancing equity in all aspects of Rotary, including in our community partnerships, so that each person has the necessary access to resources, opportunities, networks, and support to thrive.
We believe that all people hold visible and invisible qualities that inherently make them unique, and we strive to create an inclusive culture where each person knows they are valued and belong.
In line with our value of integrity, we are committed to being honest and transparent about where we are in our DEI journey as an organization, and to continuing to learn and do better.
JOHN BERRY
Dutch Drinks Tonight!
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