2026 District Conference & Awards Celebration
Schedule
Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am
UTC-04:00Location
TradeWinds Resort | St Pete Beach, FL
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District 6950 is proud to announce that we are closing out the 2025-26 Rotary year with sunshine, celebration, and a lot of heart — and you’re invited!Join us for the 2026 District 6950 Conference
TradeWinds Resort, St. Pete Beach
June 25–28, 2026
This isn’t just a conference — it’s a beach bash full of Rotary moments, awards, special guests, and resort fun. We’re celebrating everything we’ve accomplished together, and we’re doing it in style.
Keynote Speakers:
We’re honored to welcome -
- Ramesh Ferris, a Canadian polio survivor and global advocate for eradication efforts. His story will inspire and energize us all.
- Mariama Armstrong - Came to US from Sierra Leone as a war refuge with the help of Rotary Clubs - shares her story of survival and perseverance.
- John Smarge - Past Rotary International Director
- Alan Willkett - Updates on human trafficking efforts
Plus...... Parade of Presidents and President Elects
Live Entertainment
Scotch vs Bourbon Tasting by George Roberston-Burnett
Youth Programs including Flag Presentation by RYE
Rotary Speed Networking by Angel & Holiday Rotary Club
Free time - Beach & Resort Fun with Rotary Family
Registration Highlights:
Register on DACdb:
Full weekend cost: $300
Friday only: $125 | Saturday only: $225
Rotaract, Interact, RYE: $150
Bonus: Register by February 28th and you’ll be entered to win a Peace Pole for your club — a beautiful symbol of Rotary’s commitment to peace, ready to install in your community. It’ll be on display at the conference for the lucky winner to take home!
Hotel Info:
Rooms: $199–$239 includes resort fee.
Book online: https://book.passkey.com/go/Rotary6950
Or call: 1-800-808-9833 (mention “Rotary 6950”)
Thanks to our Conference Sponsors:
Title Sponsor - Rotary Club of St. Petersburg
Saturday Night Cocktail Hour - B.A.I. Rich, Geoff and Rick Balkcom
Peace Pole Giveaway – Rich Balkcom
Polio Walk – Allen Collins Realty – PDG Allen & TLC Collins
Photo Booth – PDG Jeanie Germain & Bill Jackson and Julie Cotton
Dance Floor – PDG Jamie Mick
Scotch Tasting – Pontlitz Asset Advisors – PDG Derek & Stefanie Pontlitz
Major Donor Reception - Justin Searcy
Governor's Brunch - DG Becky Bennett & DGE Mark Middleton
Governor’s Circle of Giving: PDG Jared and Mary Ellen Brown, PDG Allen & TLC Collins, PDG Jeanie Germain & Bill Jackson, PDG Eloy & Maria Nunez, PDG Tim & Barbara Schuler
Table Sponsors: Executive Title Services of Florida, Bob the Builder - TAD Homes, Rotary Club of Dunedin North
Champion Sponsor: Community Foundation of Tampa Bay
Sponsorships are open, and we’d love to feature your name or organization. Reach out to Gov. Becky Bennett or PDG Jeanie Germain to learn more.
Let’s make this a celebration to remember — for our clubs, our communities, and the incredible work we’ve done together.
See you at the beach,
Becky Bennett
District Governor 2025–2026
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Where is it happening?
TradeWinds Resort, 5500 Gulf Blvd, St Pete Beach, FL 33706-2323, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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