Planting Seeds of Leadership – President Elect Training at Silverwater Resort

Nestled on the edge of the bay at Silverwater Resort in San Remo, 93 passionate and future-focused Rotary leaders gathered for the District 9815 President Elect Training Seminar—a weekend that proved to be so much more than just training.

From the moment the doors opened, there was an energy in the air: a quiet hum of anticipation, mixed with the excitement of possibility. These weren’t just attendees—there were Presidents in the making, each one stepping up to lead their club into a new Rotary year, filled with purpose and promise and the trainers who offered their experience and guidance to ensure every President to be had a backup.

The days were full: sessions rich with insight, shared stories that sparked new ideas, and conversations that reminded us why we serve. But in the in-between moments—the laughter over coffee, the personal breakthroughs during group work, the nods of encouragement from across the room—the real magic happened.

At the heart of it all was connection. Despite coming from different corners of District 9815, this group left with a united vision: to lead with heart, to inspire action, and to make Rotary a force for good in every community it touches.

By the time the sun set over San Remo, the seeds of strong, capable, and compassionate leadership had been planted—and they’re already beginning to grow. The future of our district is bright because President Elects dared to step forward, learn together, and lead with purpose. 

It will be an incredible year ahead for District 9815!