SWFL Rotary Club Builds Powerful Local Connections
July 21st, 2026
How the SWFL Rotary Club Supports Local Businesses
Rotary’s Service Above Self tradition remains central to the club’s work. The group also creates practical ways for businesses to participate, including ribbon-cutting ceremonies, networking events, leadership programs, educational workshops, business expos, and member spotlights.
Recent ribbon cuttings celebrated CRAVE Cookies, Associates in Medicine & Surgery, and Edward Jones in Babcock Ranch. The club also recognized The Lakehouse Restaurant’s fifth anniversary. These gatherings help business owners introduce their teams and form new community relationships.
Leadership and Regional Networking
The club reports that President Antonio Dominguez leads free monthly leadership seminars open to the public. Topics include leadership styles, artificial intelligence for business, social media, communication, and team building.
The club also rotates networking events across the region. In July, gatherings took place in Babcock Ranch, Cape Coral, Fort Myers, and Sarasota, helping participants connect beyond one city or county.
SWFL Rotary Club Community Impact Night
On Thursday, July 30, the club plans to host SWFL Rotary Community Impact Night at 5 p.m. The free event combines a Business Expo with a Blessings in a Backpack school-supply drive. The event flyer lists Oar & Iron in Babcock Ranch as the location.
Organizers encourage guests to bring a new backpack or school-supply item. The evening will include food, children’s activities, and networking while supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast and schools in Charlotte, Lee, and Collier counties.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the event open to everyone?
- Yes. The event is free and open to the public.
- What should guests bring?
- Organizers encourage a new backpack or school-supply item.
- When does it begin?
- The program begins at 5 p.m. Thursday, July 30.
- Where will it take place?
- Oar & Iron in Babcock Ranch.
- Will children have activities?
- Yes, games and family activities.
Where can readers learn more? Visit the SWFL Rotary Club website and confirm final event details before attending.
Stronger Connections, Stronger Communities
For residents and businesses, the message is simple: service can begin with a donation, a new connection, or a shared idea. The SWFL Rotary Club creates room for all three.
