Rena Youngblood is the inaugural executive director of Mimms Museum of Technology and Art, where she has led the organization since January 2020. Under her leadership, the museum has significantly increased attendance and public awareness—even amidst the challenges of a global pandemic—while establishing the foundation for a strong, well-managed nonprofit. Rena oversees all facets of the museum’s operations, including fundraising, strategic partnerships, community outreach, and programming. With a dedicated team, she advances the museum’s mission to preserve and celebrate the stories, artifacts, and artistic expressions shaped by technology, while educating and inspiring visitors of all ages and backgrounds. Before joining the museum, Rena served as senior director of charter school services at the Association of American Educators and as director of member services at the Georgia Charter Schools Association. Her background in nonprofit leadership and education advocacy has equipped her with a deep understanding of stakeholder engagement and organizational growth. Rena currently serves on the boards of Roswell Economic Development and Tourism, Inc. and the Innovation Academy Foundation. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English literature with a minor in communication studies from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

The OneBlood Blood Mobile will be onsite. All donors will receive a prize, along with a wellness checkup, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron count and cholesterol screening. 

Appointments are encouraged, please visit oneblood.org/donate-now and use sponsor code 17630.

Need to join by Zoom, click the link below.

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87941219913?pwd=S15RIBjTE1TRk1NaDRNa3hTcmphUT09#success Password: 485257

Brent Walker is a Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) who transitioned from Dunwoody's Parks & Recreation Director to lead Sandy Springs' Recreation and Parks Department, with a strong record of expanding park access and quality programming.

Board of Directors Meeting

The Club Meeting is for rotary members of Sandy Springs to discuss internal and club specific topics.

Regular Lunch Meeting

Brimstone Restaurant, 10595 Old Alabama Road Connector, Alpharetta, GA

Meeting starts at 12 pm, but many arrive at 11:45 to socialize before the start. 

Monthly Meeting At Chamblee Tap and Market

On the second Tuesdays of the month, business networking occurs at Panera Bread (3625 Spring Hill Road, Atlanta, Ga 30339), buy your own. Co-sponsored by The Vinings-Cumberland and Smyrna Rotary Clubs. Get to know your Rotarian friends’ businesses and work experience in a casual environment with facilitator hosts from the clubs.

Come a bit early Facilitation starts at 8.

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The Companion Club meets on the third Thursday of the month at Thrive, 44 Milton Avenue, Alpharetta

(Above Minnie Olivia Pizza)

5:30 pm Networking

6:00 pm Meeting Called to Order

7:30 pm Meeting Adjourned

Meeting of the Boards; all VCR members welcome.

Board Meeting

First City Bank, 21 Main Street, Alpharetta

Regular Lunch Meeting

Brimstone Restaurant, 10595 Old Alabama Road Connector, Alpharetta, GA

Meeting starts at 12 pm, but many arrive at 11:45 to socialize before the start. 

On the fourth Tuesdays of the month, business networking occurs at Atlanta Bread Company (4490 S. Cobb Drive, Smyrna, Ga 30080 - near Publix), buy your own. Co-sponsored by The Vinings-Cumberland and Smyrna Rotary Clubs. Get to know your Rotarian friends’ businesses and work experience in a casual environment with facilitator hosts from the clubs.

Come a bit early Facilitation starts at 8.