Marc West is deeply committed to Rotary’s mission of developing leaders and strengthening communities through Service Above Self. He has spent his career in higher education and student leadership development, bringing a strong emphasis on mentorship, collaboration, and ethical leadership to his Rotary service.
As District Chair for Camp RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award), Marc leads one of Rotary District 6630’s most impactful youth programs. Camp RYLA is the result of nearly year-round planning and coordination, including logistics, curriculum development, facilities management, budgeting, risk management, and continuous program evaluation. Marc works closely with district leadership, a dedicated committee, camp staff, Rotary club chairs, educators, and volunteers to ensure a high-quality experience for every participant.
Marc’s dedication to leadership at both the district and club levels has been recognized through multiple honors, including being named a Paul Harris Fellow (twice – TRC of Berea), Rotarian of the Year (TRC Berea, 2010–11 and 2014–15), and recipient of the Governor’s Award of Excellence (Rotary District 6630, 2024–25). As of this fall, Marc also serves on the District Youth Protection leadership team, further strengthening Rotary’s commitment to safe, ethical, and high-quality youth programming.
“Camp RYLA is Rotary at its best—Rotarians working together to invest in young leaders
and create an impact that lasts far beyond one week of camp.”
— Marc West
Professionally, Marc has spent his career with a focus on student engagement, leadership development, and community building. He is the former Director of Parent and Family Programs at Baldwin Wallace University and has served in a wide range of Student Affairs roles, including Alcohol Education, First-Year Experience, Fraternity and Sorority Life, New Student Orientation, Residence Life, Student Life & Involvement, and the CHAMPS/Life Skills Program supporting student-athletes. Across each role, Marc has emphasized mentorship, relationship-building, and service-oriented leadership, helping students and families navigate key transition points and build a strong sense of belonging.
A proud graduate of Wittenberg University (Class of ’88 – Tiger Up!) and Cleveland State University (Class of ’95 – Go Vikings!), Marc holds a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a master’s degree in Education with a specialization in Adult Learning and Development. A lifelong member of Delta Sigma Phi fraternity, he also served for seven years as Chapter Advisor for the Iota Iota Chapter at Case Western Reserve University. Marc is an enthusiastic advocate of the FISH! Philosophy and is known for bringing energy, positivity, and purpose to his work (makes a great club presentation). He and his wife, Detra, recently celebrated 33 years of marriage and live in Strongsville with their 12-year-old Shih Tzu, Meechie.
Patrick Scherer is the Chief Executive Officer of the Great Trail Council, Scouting America, headquartered in Stow, Ohio. The council serves more than 8,000 youth across Medina, Summit, Portage, Trumbull, Mahoning, and northern Wayne counties. 
With 35 years of professional experience in Scouting America, Pat has served in five councils nationwide, holding senior leadership roles including Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Development Officer, and other key positions focused on organizational leadership, program delivery, and fundraising.
Pat is an active member of the Hudson Rotary Club, where he served as Club President during the 2021–2022 Rotary year and currently serves as President of the club’s foundation.
He also serves Rotary District 6630 as Grants Subcommittee Chair, working with Rotarians throughout the district to support community and international projects, ensure compliance with Rotary International Foundation policies, and lead annual Grant Management Seminars that guide clubs through grant eligibility and matching processes.
A four-time Paul Harris Fellow, Pat is married to his wife, Mara, and has two grown children, Maija and Tyler.
Pat Myers served as The District 6630 District Governor in 2020-2021 during Covid and credits her Assistant Governors for their fantastic work in keeping the club Presidents prepared early in 2020.
A member of Hudson Rotary since 1990 she joined 21 fellow club members in starting Hudson Clocktower Rotary with a focus of training future leaders of Hudson. The club formed Leadership Hudson in 2002 and in 2010 Junior Leadership Hudson. Both organizations provide leadership skills to classes every year. Clocktower Rotary continues to sponsor each class, as well as attending graduations and all Alumni gatherings.
Prior to serving as a PDG, DG, DGE, DGN, DGND, Pat was the North Summit Cluster Assistant Governor for three years, Conference committee member, grants committee member for 9 years, club President and Foundation chair.
Pat is currently District 6630 Alternate Representative to Rotary International Councils on Resolutions and the 2028 Alternate Representative to Rotary International Council on Legislation.
She also currently serves on the District By-Laws/MOP committee.
Pat has always been very interested in the law as the Legislative Agent for Higher Education for 20 years in Ohio and 11 Years in Florida; as well as the Grants Manager for the State of Florida. She served on many boards including Florida Arts Council as chair, Florida Symphony, Ballet Florida. In December of 2024 she completed ten years on the Hudson Community Foundation Board as Vice-president of operations and grants chair. She currently serves on the iGift Fund Foundation Board and the Laurel Lake Foundation Board.
Pat and John love being with their children and grandchildren; travel often, including visiting Rotary One Headquarters, in October 2025, visiting ancestors’ homes and towns, meeting new and old friends.
