ROTARY LUNCHEON: Karl Robillard and the GLIDE Foundation

GLIDE is a nationally recognized center for social justice. Its mission is to create a radically inclusive, just, and loving community mobilized to alleviate suffering and break the cycles of poverty and marginalization. Karl Robillard will talk about how the GLIDE Foundation has made a difference in the Tenderloin Community and beyond.

Karl Robillard is GLIDE’s Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer. He has lived in the Bay Area for over 20 years and has been a leading voice in shaping policy, philanthropy, and storytelling for organizations and residents.

Prior to working at the GLIDE Foundation, Karl served as the Head of Social Impact at Twitter. Prior to joining Twitter, he worked with Meals on Wheels and the St. Anthony Foundation. Karl has shaped his career on the belief that diverse groups of people can work together to create positive change and are an unstoppable force for good.

Karl was raised in Ithaca, New York and holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from the College of Wooster. When not at work, he has a passion for all things outdoors like trail running, cycling, skiing and snow camping.

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For in-person attendees: We welcome all attendees! The in-person registration cost for all adults and children is $45 until 11:59 AM on Friday, December 6, 2024. The meeting cost increases to $60 at noon and beyond on December 6, 2024 and includes any walk-ins on Tuesday, December 10.

The Hotel Nikko holds us to the headcount that we submit on Friday at noon, prior to our Tuesday meeting, whether those registered attend or not. In Rotary spirit, thanks for helping us to maintain a good relationship with our host hotel. 

For attendance via Zoom: For those who wish to participate via Zoom, there is a $15 fee to attend.

Parking: If you are driving to the Hotel Nikko for this meeting, please leave your car with the Hotel Nikko valet. Pick up a validation sticker available at our check-in table. The discounted parking is $25 for three hours.

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