Passing of the gavel ceremony marks change in leadership for Kiwanis Club of Adrian

Brad Heineman, The Daily Telegram
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Pictured are Kiwanis Club of Adrian Past-President Lynne Punnett, left, and newly inducted President Cary Carrico, right, during the ceremonial “passing of the gavel," which signals the transfer of the presidency from the current, outgoing president to the new, incoming president for the next year.
Pictured are Kiwanis Club of Adrian Past-President Lynne Punnett, left, and newly inducted President Cary Carrico, right, during the ceremonial “passing of the gavel," which signals the transfer of the presidency from the current, outgoing president to the new, incoming president for the next year.

ADRIAN — The Kiwanis Club of Adrian recently recognized the incoming officers and board members for the 2023-24 year.

The ceremonial “passing of the gavel” was conducted in October, which signals the transfer of the presidency from the outgoing president to the incoming president for the next year. The gavel was passed from President Lynne Punnett, manager of community resilience and social determinants at ProMedica, to Cary Carrico, account executive with Kemner Iott Benz.

The Kiwanis Club of Adrian is one of more than 7,000 worldwide clubs in Kiwanis International. Kiwanis clubs support educational development of younger children, encourage economic development, and create and support recreation opportunities.

“As we embark on a new and exciting Kiwanis year, I know we can continue to make a real difference in the lives of those around us and create a brighter future for all,” Carrico said in a news release. “I am grateful for the opportunity to lead this group with help from an incredible membership and leadership team.”

In addition to developing and promoting more hands-on opportunities for club members, Carrico said he is committed to generating more revenue for community projects through the development of new fundraising projects.

“I, along with the board, believe the most effective way to make a lasting impact is to invest in ideas that will benefit the community for years to come,” he said. “Whether it is through grants, partnerships, or other forms of funding and collaboration, the board and I will work together to ensure that projects are well-funded and well-executed.

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Kiwanis Division 11 Lt. Gov. Bonnie Bartlett formally inducted the 2023-24 officers and board members during the meeting. Inducted into their new positions were Heather Pearce of South Michigan Food Bank as president-elect; Drake Lolley of Advantage Visuals as vice president; Joe Williams of County National Bank, who will continue to serve in his role as treasurer; and Paula Trentman with the Lenawee Community Foundation who will continue as club secretary.

The new board of directors includes Stephanie Lundy, GreenStone Farm Credit Services; Roger Ferguson, County National Bank; Chris Tarsha, County National Bank; Dusty Steele, HB Steele Interactive Financial Planning; Mark Baker, Foundation Realty; Anita Lewis, Morning Fresh Bakery; and Frank Rhames, Blue Pointe Title Agency.

To learn more about the Kiwanis Club of Adrian, visit www.adriankiwanis.org.

This article originally appeared on The Daily Telegram: Adrian Kiwanis passes gavel to new leadership