It is with great pleasure that I announce the formal appointment of Claire Davison as District Governor for Rotary District 9800 in 2027-2028. Claire’s passion for service, strategic mindset, and dedication to making a lasting impact—both locally and globally—make her an outstanding choice for this role.

A dedicated Rotarian, Claire currently serves as President of the Rotary Club of Richmond and is an active member of our District Board, where she is leading the development of strategies and techniques to measure Rotary’s impact through our beneficiaries. Her work in this space is helping us better understand and communicate the real difference Rotary makes in people’s lives.

Beyond Rotary, Claire is a senior academic and a respected leader in higher education. As Associate Dean in Business Analysis and Technical Management at Torrens Global Education, she has shaped the future of business information systems, business analytics, accounting, and the economics of sustainability. She has successfully led the accreditation of key programs and is committed to creating the industry leaders of tomorrow. Additionally, as the Academic Lead for the Torrens University Social Enterprise Hub, Claire helps students combine employability with social impact, aligning closely with Rotary’s ethos of service above self.

With a deep commitment to education, diversity in STEM, and inter-cultural collaboration, Claire embodies the values of Rotary in every aspect of her work. Her leadership, insight, and ability to drive meaningful change will no doubt strengthen our District as we continue to grow and evolve.

Please join me in congratulating Claire on this well-earned appointment. I have no doubt that under her leadership, the Magic of Rotary will continue to inspire and create lasting change.

Michael J Lapiña

Rotary District 9800 Governor 2024-25