Greetings to all who will be joining us at the Rotary International Convention in Hamburg, Germany, 1-5 June 2019. Register before March 31, 2019 and SAVE. To help you plan your visit, the Convention News is filled with even more information and tips about programs, transportation, and more......
CAPTURE THE MOMENT
Don’t miss your chance to Capture the Moment while connecting with people of action from around the globe at the 2019 Rotary International Convention, 1-5 June. Join the Rotary community in experiencing Hamburg’s intriguing culture and vibrant neighborhoods
Explore riconvention.org, where you’ll find the latest updates on our keynote speakers. They include Dr. Pia Skarabis-Querfeld, who spent three years building a network of volunteer physicians to help refugees in Germany get health care
We’re excited you’re joining us at the Rotary International Convention in Hamburg, Germany, 1-5 June. This issue of Convention News contains important program updates to help you plan your convention experience.
We have our first group of speakers!
- Steve Farber, Founder and Chair of the Extreme Leadership Institute
- Daniel Flynn, Co-founder and Managing Director of Thankyou
- Timotheus Höttges, CEO of Deutsche Telekom AG
- Dr. Pia Skarabis-Querfeld, MD, Chairwoman of the Board
- member of the Rotary Club of Kleinmachnow Medizin Hilft
- Peter Tschentscher, First Mayor of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg
From Monday through Wednesday, June 3 to 5, you can choose from nearly 100 breakout sessions on various topics. Here's a peek at the sessions being developed:
Strengthen your club — Learn strategies that will keep members engaged and inspire others to join the Rotary family.
Learn from experts — The Rotary Business School is back, offering in-depth presentations by executives and professional speakers.
Connect and take action — Meet Rotarians and Rotaractors who are tackling the world's biggest challenges, and learn how you can help.
Check out a preliminary list of all the breakout sessions at riconvention.org.
Don’t miss your chance to experience Hamburg like a local. Hamburg Host Organization Committee events are almost sold out. See what’s still available and purchase tickets before it’s too late.
Have you attended other Rotary Conventions? Share your favorite convention memory with us for a chance to be featured on Rotary’s social media channels and at the 2019 convention in Hamburg.
CAPTURE THE MOMENT
Join thousands of Rotary members in Hamburg for the opportunity of a lifetime at the Rotary International Convention, 1-5 June. Attend general sessions to hear the latest news from Rotary senior leaders, learn new skills and engage in absorbing discussions at our breakout sessions, and take in the local culture both at the House of Friendship and at exciting host-ticketed events, which offer something fun for everyone.
Hamburg, known as the gateway to the world, is an eco-friendly city that offers many easy and affordable transportation options. Plan to extend your stay so that you can explore all that Europe has to offer.
Preregistration savings end March 31, 2019. Don’t wait — register today and Capture the Moment at Rotary’s biggest event of the year.
New this year: Hamburg’s public transportation system will be the main way to get around during the convention, and Rotary will offer attendees complimentary access with their convention badges. The Hamburger Verkehrsverbund (HVV) has an extensive bus, rail, and ferry system, making it easy to travel throughout the area. Hamburg is also a city where it is very easy to walk. Learn more at the Local Transportation section of riconvention.org.
Please note: There is no shuttle service from hotels to the Hamburg Messe.
Ticket availability: Hamburg Host Organization Committee events are starting to sell out. Secure your spot for the dance and music performances, bike tours, host hospitality night, and other wonderful activities by purchasing tickets soon. Don’t miss your chance to experience Hamburg like a local!
Have you attended other Rotary Conventions? Share your favorite convention memory with us for a chance to be featured on Rotary’s social media channels and at the 2019 convention