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Redmond WA

What WE Do

Service Above Self

Rotary International is the world’s oldest service club. Its members form a global network of business and professional leaders who volunteer their time and talents to serve their communities and the world. Rotary’s motto, “Service Above Self,” exemplifies the spirit of the organization. There are more than 1.2 million Rotarians in more than 32,000 clubs located in over 170 countries around the world.

Our Rotary Club of Redmond was founded in 1959.

Our Rotary Club of Redmond members enjoy great speakers, fellowship, and professional networking. Our meeting time is 12 noon on the first, third, and fifth (if there is one) Thursdays of the month at the Family Pancake House, 17621 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA 98052. We meet at Postdoc Brewing on the second and fourth Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. 

Also visit our calendar for regularly updated details on our great speakers and programs, and keep up with our activities on our Facebook page.

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February 5, 2026 Speaker<br><strong>Aaron Schmookler</strong> | <strong>Yes Works</strong>

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What if one simple, 180-degree shift in your approach to communication could:

  • Transform your relationships
  • Eliminate misunderstandings
  • Improve collaboration
  • Boost problem-solving

Professional improvisers know a secret to effective communication—and it’s surprisingly easy to learn. In this fast-paced, fun, and interactive session, you’ll discover a playful yet powerful approach to leading, working, and connecting — one you can use to improve every relationship in your life.

Aaron Schmookler is a visionary leader and business owner with a profound mission: elevating human dignity in the workplace. With a relentless commitment to enhancing both work lives and business outcomes, Aaron collaborates with business leaders who know their people are their greatest asset.

Drawing from a diverse career spanning outdoor leadership, corporate contributions, theater founding and direction, and teaching theater and business communication in high schools and colleges, Aaron’s journey may seem non-linear, but there’s a cohesive theme that ties it all together. For nearly three decades, he has inspired individuals and teams to discover their intrinsic motivation, foster collaboration, and unleash their creative potential in service to others.

In 2014, Aaron co-founded The Yes Works alongside his business partner, Adam Utley. Together, they developed the innovative Teamification Culture Operating System and training model which Aaron and The Yes Works team employ to drive legendary communication, collaboration, and leadership within client companies.

The Yes Works team’s impact reaches far and wide, serving clients across industries and geographical boundaries. Renowned companies such as Microsoft, MOD Pizza, DiscoverOrg, SOG Knives, Sage Intacct, and Textainer have entrusted their workforce transformation to Aaron and The Yes Works because of their uncommon effectiveness. By fostering a high-performance culture that uplifts both people and profits, the Teamification approach proves that true genius thrives when the right engineered environment meets skill and mindset.

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, Aaron Schmookler stands in a commitment to humanness, dedicated to making work good for people and people good for work. With his guidance, your company can unlock its full potential to deliver growth, profit, and human fulfillment.

“Every team has genius at work. Only the best encourage and inspire the genius to emerge.”

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Our Mission

dThe Rotary Club of Redmond – People of action supporting people and events in Redmon, WA,  and around the world!

Where We Meet

Time: Noon First, Third, and Fifth Thursdays

Family Pancake House, 17621 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA 98052

Time: 5:30 p.m. Second and Fourth Thursdays

Postdoc Brewing, 17625 NE 65th St #100, Redmond, WA 98052

Visitors

Thank you for visiting! Please browse to learn about all the wonderful activities we support, and all the service work we do to better our community.

We are Rotary

Rotary members – in Redmond, WA, and around the world – volunteer their skills, expertise, and resources to solve issues and address community needs.

Avenues of Service

We channel our commitment to service at home and abroad through five Avenues of Service, which are the foundation of our activity: Club Service, Vocational Service, Community Service, International Service, and Youth Service.

Together We

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Where We Meet

1st and 3rd Thursdays

12 noon
Family Pancake House Redmond
17621 Redmond Way
Redmond, WA
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Where We Meet

2nd and 4th  Thursdays,

 5:30-7 p.m.
Postdoc Brewing
7625 NE 65th ST Suite 100
Redmond, WA 98052
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