Sonny Huntley, club co-president welcomed members and guests to the January 23 meeting
Kevin Courtney offered the prayer and led the pledge to the flag
Announcements:
Social February 1 - a Bourbon Tasting will be hosted by Eric Schmidt at his home 51 Myrtle Bank Road in Hilton Head Plantation from 6:00 - 8:00. Sign up sheet is being circulated - make sure to indicate if you need a pass. There is no charge for the social however a donation to The Rotary Foundation would be appreciated.
Foundation Chair and Club co-president Greg Wynn presented Nick Mihelic with his Paul Harris Fellow +3 pin. Thank you Nick for your support of The Rotary Foundation
John Cunningham has had shoulder surgery. Send him good wishes and healing thoughts.
Suzi Oliver, Sergeant at Arms collected Happy $$
Speaker:
Abby Doyle, USCB student, Marriott Grande Ocean employee, and entrepreneur was our speaker. She told us about her unique business - Clay on the May which she started just a year ago, making jewelry from clay. She started the business from her dorm room because she was bored. Her first try was a pair of Valentine earrings made with bad clay and they cracked. She set about researching and improving her product by using better quality clay and cooking times and temperature. She sells primarily on Facebook as well as dozens of vendor events and boutiques resulting in 650 followers and nationwide sales.
Her parents have gotten in the act and help her out. Her Dad has introduced using a 3D printer
Such an awesome, personable and successful young lady. Check her out on facebook - "Clay on the May".