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Ann Marie Kimball, MD, is a physician and epidemiologist. A 25 year Rotarian she is currently President of the Rotary Club of Bainbridge Island in D5020, Washinton state. She served as co-chair of the Rotary International COVID task force in 2021-22. A member of the Rotary Foundation Cadre of Technical Advisors, Dr. Kimball is an expert on infectious diseases, pandemics, and pandemic preparedness and response. She is Professor emerita of the University of Washington. She has taught, written, and spoken widely on the topic of infectious diseases and related medical issues. Her 2006 book Risky Trade: Infectious Disease in the Era of Global Trade serves as a textbook in a number of Universities. Dr. Kimball can assist clubs prepare against the devastation of pandemics. She can provide information and links to a network of national and international experts.

Bob is a Polio survivor, having contracted the disease at the age of 5. After he joined Rotary in 2007, Polio Eradication became a main focus for him at the Club and District levels. Bob served as Co-Chair of District 5130’s PolioPlus Committee and later Chair of the committee, before being selected to serve as the Zone 27 End Polio Now Coordinator in 2020. Bob publishes a weekly PolioPlus Newsletter for Zones 26 & 27 and has expanded the PolioPlus Society fundraising program throughout the Zones. To date, there are now over 4,000 Rotary members in Zones 26 & 27 that have collectively committed to donating over $519,000 annually to PolioPlus until WHO declares polio eradicated.

Howard is a 20-year Rotarian and member of the Rotary Club of Gig Harbor Midday in Washington state. D5020 covers Vancouver Island, B.C. and northwest Washington. Howard has served as club president, AG, facilitator at Northwest PETS, and Chair of the District Rotary Foundation Committee 2019-22. He is currently Chair of the Global Grants sub-committee of the DRFC. A very generous supporter of TRF, Howard has given numerous presentations to clubs on the Rotary Foundation, PolioPlus, and Global Grants.

Dr. Eulberg is a ten-year Rotarian. She is a member of the Rotary Club of Wheat Ridge in D5450 , Colorado. Dr. Eulberg is retired from the general practice of medicine, but continues to treat polio survivors, particularly those experiencing post-polio syndrome. Herself a polio survivor who contracted the disease at age four, Dr. Eulberg now experiences the symptoms of post-polio syndrome. She has served as Chair of the D5450 Polio Committee, and effective July 1, 2023, she will be the End Polio Now Coordinator for Zone 26. Dr. Eulberg can advise Rotarians on the disease of polio, experiences of polio survivors, vaccines for polio, and suggest resources for survivors or Rotarians who want to learn more about polio and PolioPlus.

Polio is a highly contagious infection caused by the poliovirus. While I have not had polio, I have worked hard, as a lay person, to understand why it has been so difficult to eradicate and why this is still Rotary’s top humanitarian priority. I have vaccinated children for polio in a remote area. I’ve also gone to a different far-flung area to distribute wheelchairs to polio victims. I have used this knowledge, coupled with my passion, to present programs to over 100 Rotary clubs throughout North America. My District remains a leader in helping clubs support the end of polio. I can help other clubs use innovative ways to raise awareness and generate funds.

A veteran Rotarian, Shirley is a member of the Rotary Club of Fresno, CA in District 5230. She served as District Governor in 2012-13 and currently is the Regional Rotary Foundation Coordinator for Zone 26. Shirley has broad experience and expertise in matters related to the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International. She can advise clubs and districts in planning and implementing District Grants and Global Grants; raising funds for Foundation programs; and supporting the Endowment Fund. As a strong supporter of PolioPlus and prodigious fundraiser for the eradication of polio, Shirley can guide clubs and districts on fundraising efforts, promoting the PolioPlus Society, and see the value and opportunity to participate in National Immunization Days (NIDs. )In addition, Shirley has extensive professional experience managing a training and support center for the IT department of a county government with 8,500 employees. She also has served on GETS and GNTS faculties, been a facilitator and keynote speaker at several PETS, and represented the RI President at several district conferences. With this background as a trainer and public speaker, Shirley can help clubs and districts design programs to train and educate their members to be inspired, engaged, and committed Rotarians.