PRESIDENT'S WELCOME

 

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October 1, 2025

 

Dear Harvard Alumni, New Members, and Friends,

 

Welcome to the 2025-2026 season of the Harvard Club of Sarasota! Whether you’re a long-time member, a recent graduate, or joining us from out of town, we are delighted you are here. Our Club thrives because of the energy, support, and engagement of members like you—and this year, we have more exciting opportunities than ever to connect, learn, serve, and celebrate the Harvard spirit together. 

Our Mission & Community

The Harvard Club of Sarasota is more than a group—it’s a home for Harvard alumni, faculty, former students, and friends throughout Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte Counties. Our mission is to foster connections: among alumni, between alumni and current/future Harvard students, and within our broader community. We believe that through shared experiences—whether social, intellectual, or service-oriented—we make our Club, and our region, stronger.

What’s New to Look Forward to This Year:

Here are some of the highlights of the upcoming 2025-2026 season:

  • No Dues Fee Hike; we have kept our dues the same as last year.
  • We are bringing back our Membership Directory for all active members in good standing.  Please make sure your membership is updated and active.
  • We are bringing a robust event calendar for the season!  Here are some of the highlights:
  • We are having our Members’ WELCOME BACK PARTY November 6th from 4:30 to 7:30pm on the Mega-Yacht Lotus at Marina Jacks!  Book your tickets on our website! 
  • Join us for our  New Year Kickoff party at the beautiful Bay Preserve in Osprey on January 16th from 4:30 to 7:30pm.  You can find information about the venue at  https://bigwaterslandtrust.org/property/bay-preserve-at-osprey/  .
  • A full schedule of interesting leaders and fantastic speakers for our monthly lunch from November through May. Please check our website for all of the details - * NOTE: in order to manage club expenses, we will require that all lunch reservations be made by Noon the Monday of the week of the lunch.  No drop-ins will be served.

How to Get Involved

Here are some ways you can make the most of your membership:

  1. Check the Master Calendar — Make note of dates early so you can plan to attend. These events are the heart of what we do. (http://www.sarasotaharvardclub.org/)
  2. Volunteer — Committees for scholarships, schools outreach, the Principals’ Center, and event planning all welcome new members and new energy. Your ideas matter. (http://www.sarasotaharvardclub.org/)
  3. Connect Virtually — For those out of the area or when travel is tricky, we will continue hosting virtual events and panels so no member is left out.
  4. Spread the Word — If you know of Harvard alumni who aren’t connected yet, encourage them to join. The more voices and perspectives, the richer the Club becomes.
  5. Attend the Events — Come enjoy the unique events and locations plus getting the chance to connect with your fellow Alumni from the greatest school in the world!

 

With warm regards,

 

Bill Kwon, HBS PLD 19, ’16

President, Harvard Club of Sarasota

bkwon@hbs.edu

309-453-2000

 

 

To go back to our Club's Master List of Events, CLICK HERE
 
For additional University-wide virtual event options, CLICK HERE

 

*To join as a first-time member of the Harvard Club of Sarasota or to renew your existing membership, click here.

*To make a contribution to our Club’s Harvard Student Scholarship Fund and/or our Principals’ Center Fellowship Fund, click here.