Events

Presentation Description: Loving well in community takes intentionality and, oftentimes, straightforward practicality. We'll discuss how this practice can benefit our club and community.

About our Speaker:  Rob joined the Faith Fellowship team in the fall of 2020. He holds a Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Formation and is passionate about helping people grow in a deep, authentic relationship with Jesus Christ. Rob is committed to faithful, biblical preaching that encourages and equips people to follow Jesus wholeheartedly. He also has a heart for seeing the love of Christ transform lives throughout our local community.

Before coming to Faith Fellowship, Rob served in a variety of ministry roles in the Chicago area, providing leadership in small groups, student ministry, and guest connection ministries. His diverse ministry experience and shepherd's heart continue to shape the life and mission of our church.

Rob and his wife, Maggie, have been married for more than a decade and are the proud parents of three children: Ryle, Liv, and Ever. In addition to his pastoral ministry, Rob enjoys writing and has been published in several academic journals and has written four books.

Presentation Description: Rachel will share an inside look at Marshfield's Girl Scouts program — the girls involved, the volunteers who make it happen, and the impact it's having on our local community. Ashley will present information on her troop and what they have accomplished, how they have helped the community, and their future goals.

About our Speakers: Rachel Stankowski is a Project Manager on the Community Partnerships & Programs team at Family Health Center of Marshfield (FHC), where she draws on her expertise in grant writing, consortium building, and program development to connect partners and resources around community needs, with a particular focus on substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery programming. Rachel holds a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Michigan Technological University and a PhD in Emerging Infectious Disease from Uniformed Services University, and joined Marshfield Clinic Health System as a Scientific Research Writer before transitioning to FHC in 2016. A member of the Leadership Marshfield Class of 2017 and a board member of the Everett Roehl Marshfield Public Library, Rachel is also a foster-turned-adoptive parent and a passionate advocate for the most vulnerable in her community. Since 2018, she has led Girl Scout Troop 6339 and volunteers with the Marshfield Area Girl Scouts Service Team, helping coordinate events for troops across Marshfield, Auburndale, and Spencer.

Ashley VanDreel is a stay-home-parent and substitute teacher for Marshfield School District.  Ashley holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Art Education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an MBA in Business Operations from Loyola University Chicago. Since 2023 she has led Girl Scout Troop 6136 and volunteers with the Marshfield Area Service Team.

Presentation Description: Andy will be speaking on immigration law, drawing on his experience as a practicing immigration attorney to help our club better understand this complex and often misunderstood area of law.

About our Speaker:  Andy Reigel is an immigration attorney with a deep personal connection to his practice. Raised as a missionary kid in Buenos Aires, Argentina before moving to Central Wisconsin, Andy went on to graduate from UW-Eau Claire and earn his Juris Doctor from Regent University School of Law, where he served as president of the Hispanic Law School Society. He practiced immigration law at Valverde & Rowell for five years before a stint in corporate law, and has since returned to the field he's passionate about. As a native Spanish speaker who grew up navigating frequent moves between countries and cultures, Andy brings both professional expertise and genuine empathy to helping people through their immigration journeys.

Presentation Description: Behind the Scenes at WEDC: Economic Development in Central Wisconsin

About our Speaker:  Join us as we welcome Josh Miller, Regional Economic Development Director for the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), for a conversation about the work happening right here at home. Josh covers Region 6 — Lincoln, Marathon, Clark, Wood, Portage, and Adams counties — partnering with local businesses, governments, and organizations to attract investment and support growth. As a Marshfield native who's spent his career serving this region, Josh brings a grounded, local perspective on where Central Wisconsin is headed and what it will take to get there.

Presentation Description: Dave will share practical strategies for improving how teams make decisions together — helping leaders replace long, unproductive meetings with a simple framework that builds alignment and cuts through conflict faster.

About our Speaker: Dr. Dave Webb is an educator, superintendent, author, and speaker who spent over a decade leading a team of 29 directors and principals through the real pressures of high-stakes leadership — from navigating dysfunctional boards and passing a bond referendum in a down market, to managing conflicts ranging from hallway disputes to union negotiations. Drawing on decision-making research from his doctoral dissertation, Dave developed the IROD method, a framework built around four simple questions that help teams move from stuck to aligned. He's the author of Homerun Leadership and now works with school districts, city and county leaders, nonprofits, and corporate teams to help them make better, faster decisions together.

Presentation Description: What makes a community's identity stick — and how can it drive real economic growth? In this program, place branding expert Ben Muldrow will explore how communities across the country are using strategic branding to attract investment, build local pride, and shape a stronger future. Drawing on more than two decades of hands-on work with hundreds of towns and cities, Ben will share real examples of how a clear sense of place can transform how a community sees itself — and how the world sees it.

About our Speaker: Ben Muldrow, AICP, is a Partner and Brand Strategist at Arnett Muldrow, a place planning and branding firm based in Greenville, South Carolina. Over more than 20 years, Ben has designed branding and marketing systems for hundreds of communities across 40 states and five countries, helping towns and cities define their identity, attract investment, and build local pride. A recognized innovator in the Main Street movement, Ben has introduced concepts such as micro-retail incubation and the "Five Audiences of Main Street," and has spoken at numerous National Main Street Conferences, sharing his insights on the power of place with audiences of community leaders across the country.

Presentation Description: Public health touches nearly every part of daily life — from the air we breathe to the systems that support mental health, substance use recovery, and childhood development. In this session, Kristie Egge from Healthy People Wood County will share a snapshot of the state of public health in our community: the trends shaping local health outcomes, the initiatives underway to address them, and where residents and organizations like Rotary can plug in to help move the needle. Whether you're new to public health topics or a longtime advocate, this update will give you a clearer picture of where Wood County stands and what's ahead.

About our Speaker: Kristie Egge, MPH, serves as Supervisor of Strategic Initiatives at Healthy People Wood County, where she oversees teams and partnerships and has more than 14 years of public health experience, including overseeing well over $3 million in grant funding. She has led efforts across Wood County addressing mental health, substance use, chronic disease, and childhood development, with a focus on making systemic changes that improve health outcomes and reduce inequities. Kristie is originally from Osseo and now lives in Wisconsin Rapids with her husband and three children. 

Presentation Description: The Rotary Foundation is the engine behind Rotary's global impact — turning member contributions into clean water systems, life-saving vaccines, scholarships, and peacebuilding efforts in communities around the world. In this session, we'll explore how the Foundation works, where the dollars actually go, and how Marshfield Rotary's own giving connects to a network of service spanning more than 200 countries and geographic areas. Whether you're a longtime Rotarian or new to the organization, you'll walk away with a clearer picture of how a shared commitment to giving turns into lasting, measurable change.

About our Speaker: Ben Bauer is a member of the Marshfield Rotary Club, where he has served as Club President and currently supports the club as its social media and communications manager. He was recently appointed Rotary Public Image Coordinator (RPIC) for Rotary Region 36, leading public image efforts across districts and clubs beginning in 2027. Ben brings a background in strategic communications and creative leadership to his Rotary work, serving as VP of Marketing at Simplicity Credit Union. An experienced speaker, emcee, and facilitator, Ben has hosted major club and district events and represented Marshfield Rotary at the 2026 Rotary International Assembly in Orlando.