October 29, 2009 – Thirty-three Rotarians and guests (Joyce Anderson’s guest: Justin Troup, Branch Manager of the Mifflinburg Bank and Trust; Art Bowen’s guests: Larry Means, Rhodes Development Group, Inc, a Harrisburg Rotarian and parent of a Susquehanna Student, and son in law and Realtor, Larry Johnson), heard a presentation by Charles Ross, President and CEO of the Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce. Charles joined the Chamber in June of ’09, coming from the Baltimore area, with his wife and both are surprised by how quickly the valley has become home.  Charles earned a BA from John Hopkins and the JD from the University of Maryland.  His previous positions have been with government and private agencies.  He shared his goals of increasing the R(eturn) O(n) I(nvestment) for all Chamber members and for working on the economic development opportunities in the valley, using priorities of Education, Volunteerism, and Commitment. Art Bowen arranged for this program, and succeeded in introducing Rotarians to this energetic and enthusiastic Chamber President. .John Stokinger presided and Cathy Kline served as greeter. A Board Meeting followed the regular meeting.