Rotary Club of Greenwich inducts three new members in first-rate style

Last Wednesday, the Rotary Club of Greenwich, the esteemed local organization dedicated to building the community and its surrounding areas through programs related to education, the economy, the environment and health, among other vital pursuits, welcomed three new members, Claudia Suica, Danielle Ojjeh and Janette Souliere, at a memorable luncheon held at the Riverside Yacht Club.

The Rotary Club of Greenwich, which currently has a constituency of nearly 50 members, is led by Agathe Likoba, its dedicated and dynamic President who cited the work, efforts and impact of these new members in terms of their contributions with the organization thus far.

“Today was great and we had a great turnout,” said Likoba, whose term will wrap up in June. “It’s so nice to see members are coming to support and give a warm welcome to new members, especially because our goal this year is to grow membership. We want to continue the legacy of service among everyone in the community with this organization, which is 104 this year. It is such a fun and exciting organization.”

Likoba, who was recently appointed Assistant District Governor of the Rotary Club for Greenwich, Stamford, Darien and New Canaan, has certainlly made a monumental impact during her term as President due to her incredible dedication, efforts, talent and heart.

Notably, she has helped significantly boost the membership among the organization, as she has been a force in helping unite, spark and inspire members of the club through with her presence, ideas and contributions.

“It’s been such an amazing experience to be part of this organization,” said Likoba. “Everyone is so committed to contributing to causes and working together. There’s so much for all of us to give and there is so much is possibility out there.”

Shashi Dayal, President-elect of the Rotary Club of Greenwich who be assuming that role in June, spoke about how honored she is to be part of the organization and also part of this event.

“We proudly welcome three outstanding individuals into our Rotary family,” said Dayal. “Their dedication, passion, commitment and service will undoubtedly inspire and strengthen our community. As they embark on this new journey with us, we look forward to the positive impact they will continue to make, embodying the Rotary motto, ‘service above self.’”

Suica, who grew up in Buenos Aires, Argentina and lives in Harrison, New York, is the Private Executive Assistant to Ambassador Gerardo Diaz Bartolome, the Consul General at the Argentine Consulate based in New York City, and spoke about how grateful she was to be a member of the Rotary Club of Greenwich at the luncheon.

“Today was a very special day to become a member of the Rotary Club of Greenwich and also to see the work and dedication of Agathe and all of the members has been amazing, as well as an honor,” said Suica. “Being involved and part of this organization has been incredible so far, and being part of the community and helping other people is everything. I think everybody should be part of a club or group wherever they might live because it’s always great to give.”

Suica, a renowned photographer whose work has been featured at the Louvre in Paris and Times Square along with the Greenwich Sentinel, among other prominent media outlets, has a Bachelor of Tourism Degree from Universidad Argentine John F. Kennedy.

Moreover, she is known for her exquisite action photography among the international high-goal polo community and has been a longtime contributor to POLOHUB, a digital polo magazine media outlet based in Argentina.

Ojjeh, who originally hails from Boston and is a longtime Greenwich resident, also has a remarkable background, having done extensive volunteer work with many major local organizations, including the Town of Greenwich Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, among other groups.

“The Rotary Club does fantastic work in town and around the world and that inspired me to join and participate and give back through the organization,” said Ojjeh. “My youngest children are growing up and graduating, and I felt it was time to pivot and give back to the town in a different way. I also have several friends who are members of the Rotary Club and they love it.”

Janette Souliere, a renowned Social Media influencer and Social Media Marketing and Public Speaker who served as the former Director of Marketing and Public Relations for Giorgio Armani/Simint Inc., also expressed her deep gratitude and excitement to be part of the Rotary Club of Greenwich.

“I am deeply honored to have been inducted into the Rotary Club of Greenwich, particularly during the presidency of Agathe Likoba, whose leadership and accomplishments I hold in the highest regard,” said Souliere, whose daughter, Madeleine Souliere, is also involved with the Rotary family through her initiation of the Interact Club of Greenwich that brings together local students between the ages of 12 and 18 as a means to help develop their leadership skills as well as a lifelong commitment to service. “The club’s unwavering commitment to service, ethical leadership and global humanitarian impact resonates profoundly with my own values. I look forward to contributing meaningfully to the Rotary mission working alongside such an accomplished group of individuals to support transformative initiatives both within our community and across the world.”

Souliere is also fluent in seven languages and has been involved with such organizations as the U.S. Chamber of Commerce at the World Fashion Trade Fair, the U.S. Board of Cosmetic Surgeons throughout Asia and Latin America, the Westport Chamber of Commerce as the Director of Public Relations and Adopt-A-Dog in Armonk, New York where she worked as Volunteer Director of Marketing and Public Relations.

Contact information for the Rotary Club of Greenwich:

P.O. Box 119

Cos Cob, CT 06807

914-447-5935

www.greenwichrotary.org