A Three-Generation Legacy: Introducing Our 2026-2027 Rotary Club President, Jeff Appel
On July 1, 2026, our club will officially enter an exciting new chapter as we welcome Jeff Appel as our President for the 2026-2027 term.
Jeff is no stranger to leadership or to service. He joined our Rotary family on January 11, 2017. Over the past nine years, Jeff has been a cornerstone of our most vital initiatives, masterfully directing the Epiphany project and remaining a constant, hard-working presence at our annual Art Fest. Jeff’s real-world impact across the community is immeasurable.
A Living Family Legacy
What makes Jeff's presidency uniquely special is the remarkable multi-generational thread of Rotary service that defines his family. Jeff’s late father, Paul Appel, was a highly regarded member of the Corning, New York Rotary Club throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Today, that commitment to civic duty extends to the next generation: Jeff's son, Paul, is carrying the family name and spirit forward as an active member of the neighboring North Coast Rotary Club.
Like his father before him, Jeff is a distinguished Paul Harris Fellow (PHF+1), reflecting his deep commitment to the Rotary Foundation's global mission, a values system he has successfully passed down to his own children.
Bringing Executive Experience to Community Service
Jeff recently retired after a stellar career in Healthcare Information Technology and SaaS, spending over seven years as a Sales Manager at Westlake’s own Hyland Software. He now generously channels his corporate expertise into organizing, motivating, and leading our club.
Supported by his wife, Lynda, Jeff is prepared to make this Rotary year one of deep community connection, vibrant club fellowship, and impactful service projects. We invite all members and community partners to join us in supporting President Jeff Appel as we work together to change lives this year.
At Rotary, we believe that every mother deserves a safe pregnancy and every child deserves a healthy start in life.
That’s why throughout July, we are highlighting Maternal and Child Health Month as a time dedicated to our global commitment to improving healthcare access, providing vital medical equipment, and supporting education for mothers and families.
From funding mobile prenatal clinics to ensuring clean water in schools, Rotarians are taking action to reduce infant mortality and empower families worldwide.
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