Angela Lopez
 
Supervisor, Membership Growth and Experience, Zones 25B, 26, and 27
Rotary International
angela.lopez@rotary.org

Angela Lopez is the supervisor of the membership team supporting the 37 districts on the western half of the United States and Texas. In this role, Angela works with Rotary leaders at the zone, district, and club level to develop and implement membership engagement and attraction strategies, inspire and foster energizing and inclusive club experiences, and promote and utilize membership resources, reports, and tools. 
 
Angela Lopez is a former Rotary Youth Exchange Student which led her to study abroad again in college and eventually join the United States Peace Corps.  She earned a Bachelor’s in Secondary Education and Spanish and was formerly a teacher before working in fundraising and volunteer management which led her to earn a Masters of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. She has now worked full time for Rotary International since 2022.  
 
Angela resides in Phoenix, Arizona and is a passionate Rotarian and Toastmaster serving in a variety of club and district roles. Both personally and professionally, Angela dedicates her time to inspiring others do more for their communities and the world.
The Power of Purpose - Transforming Meaningful Service Into Sustainable Membership Growth.
 
At our best, Rotary is not a meeting - it’s a mission. Power of Purpose is the idea that the strongest clubs aren’t the ones that work hardest to “recruit.” They’re the ones that work hardest to matter.
 
When a club is clearly solving a real problem in the community, three things happen: members feel proud of what they’re part of, the public understands why Rotary is worth supporting, and prospective members can picture themselves contributing. Purpose turns “we need members” into “we’re doing important work - come be part of it.”
 
This message helps us make better choices: choose service that meets real needs, tell the story in a way people understand, and engage guests with genuine curiosity. We connect people to the right projects, the right relationships, and the right Rotary experience.
 
When we lead with purpose, membership becomes a result - not the goal. Clubs grow healthier, members feel more connected, and communities receive deeper, lasting impact.