Jon Baime is an Atlanta-based independent producer with a specialty in non-fiction projects. Jon’s work encompasses reality series and lifestyle programming on one end and science, environment, and socially conscious content on the other. Over the past 20 years, some of Jon’s work as a producer has included the nationally syndicated travel TV series “Small Town Big Deal” and the motorsports series “Caffeine and Octane.” He has also edited training videos for the Centers for Disease Control and a series of web videos called “Science Nation” for the National Science Foundation. Jon also produced segments for “This American Land,” a PBS series covering environmental issues.
In 2023, Jon released a socumentary called "FILLING IN THE BLANKS. Where do I come from?" For some, the question has a simple answer – for others, the truth can be much more complicated. With the rise in popularity of at-home DNA tests, it’s now easier than ever for people to uncover their family history and, sometimes, things their parents would prefer stay buried. Interesting in learning more about his family heritage, John took an at-home DNA test and uncovered a family secret that has been hidden for half a century. "FILLING IN THE BLANKS" takes audiences on a journey as Jon explores the meaning behind his discovery and expands on what it means to be family.
Upcoming Meetings and Events Mark those calendars!
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WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 18 Past Presidents Dinner
Parker's on Ponce
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FRIDAY OCTOBER 20 Speaker:
Allison Toller, YMCA of Metro Atlanta
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FRIDAY OCTOBER 27 Speaker: Richard Steele, Talent 360 Solutions
Tonight: Past Presidents Dinner
See you there! This annual event is Wednesday, Oct. 18, 5:30 pm at Parker's on Ponce, 116 E Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur 30030.
Dudley Larus with Bing Martinez, a frequent guest from his home club in the Philippines.
Michael Nicholas | Cable Creek, CO
Guest Rotarian Michael Nicholas with Lawrence Sharp.
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Decatur Rotary Raises Quick Cash for Rotary International’s World Polio Day
President Tozzi asked Decatur Rotarians to "pass the hat" in support of World Polio Day and we did just that – Jason Conn being the hat – raising $1,000 with generous donations from all around the club to be passed onto the Rotary International Team. Thanks Decatur Rotarians!
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Sign Up Now for a Community Breakfast and Conversation on Violence Prevention
Jen Shauk, CEO of Emory Decatur Hospital, talks about the upcoming Community Breakfast
Emory is establishing a Violence Prevention Program at Emory Hillandale Hospital, thanks to the generosity of DeKalb County government. The program development includes engaging key stakeholders to help inform their approach to violence prevention. To assist in gathering input from all partners, these community breakfasts will be listening sessions with discussions focused on strengths and gaps in services and programming, identifying key collaborators, and prioritization.
These sessions, are hosted by Jen Schuck, Chief Executive Officer of Emory Decatur Hospital, Emory Hillandale Hospital and Emory Long-Term Acute Care, and moderated by Janikqua Cutno, Violence Prevention Program Director
Thursday, November 2 | 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Emory Hillandale Hospital, Community Board Room
2801 DeKalb Medical Parkway, Stonecrest
Complimentary breakfast will be served. Parking at Emory Decatur Hospital will be validated. There is no charge for parking at Emory Hillandale Hospital.
Our Speaker: Author and Entrepreneur, Ricky Steele on "the Heart of Networking"
Doug Robinson, of the Eagle Eye Book Shop, introduced Mr. Steele and holds Ricky’s book. Standing with Doug, Mr. Steele and Rev. Todd Speed, who gave the invocation.
In his new book, "The Heart of Networking," Ricky Steele goes beyond traditional networking strategies, delving deep into the emotional and interpersonal aspects of building meaningful connections. Steele emphasizes the significance of authenticity, empathy, and genuine relationships in fostering professional success. Drawing from his own experiences, he offers practical advice on how to connect with people on a personal level, enhancing one's career and personal growth. Ricky Steele's book is a must-read for anyone seeking to harness the power of genuine relationships in the ever-evolving landscape of professional networking.
According to Anne Wainscott in her book review, “Written with first-hand stories and Ricky’s legendary humor, the book is much more than a “how-to” of networking; it’s a blueprint and philosophy for life – of how to change lives through networking. Ricky should know: he’s leveraged his considerable connections to do good in the community. In 1986, he founded Atlanta’s Table, a program of The Atlanta Community Food Bank as a nonprofit organization that takes leftover food from restaurants, hotels and catering companies to places that serve folks who are hungry.”
Ricky started his talk by referring to ‘the dash’. The dash is your life from birth to death and what you do with the dash that you have been given tells your story. “Networking for creating ‘good’ is how we improve on our own dash.” Ricky focused his talk by providing several tips about life and building an authentic network:
TIP 1: The root word of network is Work. Don’t fear failure.
TIP 2: The most important person is the NEXT person.
TIP 3: Listen. Ask: “How May I Help You?”
TIP 4: Invest in every encounter.
TIP 5: Choose to be a servant.
Mr. Steele discussed authentic networking with examples including Martin Luther King Jr., Jimmy Carter, Billy Payne and Andy Young among others. Rotary President-Elect, Dudley Larus, presents Ricky’s book, "The Heart of Networking," to Mr. Steele and the DeKalb Public Library in his honor.
This n' That
Scenes from around the room at our most recent meeting. Individuals are identified from left to right.
Alan Yorker, Al Adams, Doug Robinson and guest speaker, Rickey Steele.
Betty Willis and Barbara Tedrow.
Luis Abularach and Jennifer Topple
Maria Alvarez and Betty Willis.
Past Presidents Gathering
Decatur Rotary celebrated its heritage and honored past presidents at Parkers on Ponce on October 18. We had great attendance from members, guests and many past presidents. Long-time Rotarian Tom Adams spoke about the role of the president and the process of becoming one. On a beautiful fall evening in Decatur, all had a great time.
Past presidents (and current president)
Lawrence and Rhoda Sharp
David Hughes, Gloria Kusmik and current president, Doug Tozzi.
Speaker: John Baime, Filmmaker
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