2026 Rotary Innovation Summit

Join us at Hilton Fort Collins in Fort Collins, CO, from June 5th -7th, 2026
 
Thank you to
our sponsors!
 
Contact Kellie Kegerreis to sponsor this District 5440 event and we'll add your logo to this page.  rotary5440@yahoo.com 
Larry Kendall
Author of Ninja Selling
  • Founder of The Group, Inc. and author of Ninja Selling, a best-selling sales system with 80,000+ graduates worldwide.
  • Inducted into the Colorado Business Hall of Fame; 2006 Colorado Realtor of the Year.
  • MBA from Kansas State; mission is helping people and organizations reach their full potential.
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Alex Goryachev
AI and Innovation Expert
WSJ Bestselling Author
 
  • AI and innovation expert; WSJ bestselling author and global leader behind ISO Innovation Standards.
  • Executive-in-Residence at Tulane University; recognized for driving workplace transformation and leadership development.
  • Delivered 250+ keynotes worldwide; praised by Forbes as “one of the world’s top experts on innovation.”
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Wyn Spiller
Rotary International Director (2025–2027)
 
  • Experienced leader with a background in nonprofit management and higher education.
  • Served as District Governor, Regional Leader, and International Assembly Training Leader.
  • Passionate about diversity, inclusion, and developing the next generation of Rotary leaders.
  • Known for inspiring others with her collaborative style, visionary thinking, and commitment to "Service Above Self."
Clint Schroeder
President/Executive Publisher – Hagadone Newspaper & Media Groups
Rotary Big West Zone Governor Education Chair
 
  • Past District Governor (D5000, Hawaii) and current Governor  Education Chair for Rotary Zones 26/27.
  • President & Executive Publisher of Hagadone Communications Division, leading media operations in ID, MT, HI, and WA.
  • International business and training expert with a focus on global service, disease prevention, and the Rotary Foundation.
  • First Rotary Club was Loveland-Thompson Valley
 
 

The District Conference is more than just another "conference" - it's a Rotary Experience you don't want to miss!

 
What to Expect:
  • New format mixed with past favorites of home hospitality dinners, World Cafe, and community service.
  • Learn new skills and new ideas from innovative keynote speakers.  Use them for Rotary, business, and/or personal development.
  • Engage in dynamic breakout sessions and arm your club with innovative growth and retention strategies
  • Witness the recognition of outstanding clubs and Rotarians in our district year-end club awards and celebrations
  • Experience all the fun Fort Collins has to offer:  great outdoor opportunities, biking, brew tours, golf, pickleball, and lots more.
  • Enjoy networking events, and lively cocktail hours while you forge lasting friendships with other Rotarians in our District
Leave empowered and inspired, ready to Unite for Good to bring lasting positive change to your community and the world!
 

Questions contact Kellie Kegerreis