PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

MIND YA BUSINESS - Financial Planning and Conflict Resolution Training

Date Executed: 28th February 2026 | Collaboration: N/A | View on Socials: Instagram

Mind Your Business was a dynamic professional development session designed to strengthen financial competence and build confidence in navigating conflict.

This impactful training provided members with practical tools and insights to better manage finances, make informed decisions, and approach challenges with clarity and confidence—skills that are essential across business, the workplace, and service initiatives.

Our facilitator, Ms. Melissa Franklin-McCullock, brought a depth of knowledge and an engaging delivery style that encouraged participants to think critically, communicate effectively, and lead with intention.

UPGRADE YOU!

Dates Executed: Year-long

Collaboration: N/A

View on Socials: Instagram1, Facebook

News: Guyana Chronicle Report

This initiative encourages members to complete Rotary’s free online courses, including Conducting Community Assessments, Fund-raising Basics, and Leading Effective Committees. This year-long programme aims to strengthen club leadership and operational excellence across all quarters of the Rotary year.

MENTORLINK 2.0

Dates Executed: November 2025

Collaboration: Ethic Relations Commission, Integrated Marketing Commmunications and Heliwrench Maintenance Solutions

View on Socials: Instagram

News: Guyana Chronicle Report

This mentorship series focused on growth, connection, and the development of real leadership skills. MentorLink guided participants through practical and impactful sessions on project planning, proposal writing, Rotary knowledge, strategic planning, and more.

The series featured an exciting lineup of speakers:

Intercultural Sensitivity - presented by Dwijendra Rooplall – Head of Public Education & Awareness Unit, Ethnic Relations Commission
Strategic Planning - presented by Martina McDonald-Johnson – Founder & Strategic Communications Lead, Integrated Marketing Communications Inc. and Co-owner, Heliwrench Maintenance Solutions

THRIVE IN BALANCE

Dates Executed: 14th September 2025 | Collaboration: N/A | View on Socials: Instagram , Facebook

News: Newsroom Report

We engaged in a powerful Professional Development training facilitated by Malissa Livingston, CEO of Premier Executive Solutions (@executive_solutions_gy) and a certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach.

Through this session, we explored the intersection of Gender Equity, Leadership, and Emotional Wellness, learning how our leadership not only shapes us personally but also influences those around us.