Newly installed president Michael DeNofa accepts the Charter for the Rotary Club of Red Bank from Past President Denise Benbrook, at the organization’s recent officer installation luncheon.

Press release from Rotary Club of Red Bank

In a recent luncheon at Navesink Country Club in Middletown, The Rotary Club of Red Bank marked its 95th annual officer installation ceremony, by swearing in Michael DeNofa as the organization’s new president. The owner of Shrewsbury-based IOP Communications, Inc. will lead the Rotary for a one-year term that began on July 1.

A Rotary member since 2012, and a business leader with 20 years experience as founder of a full-service printing and promotional branding firm, DeNofa also brings a record of public service to his new post, having served as a Councilman in the Shrewsbury Borough for seven years.

Also installed as Red Bank Rotary Club officers for 2015-2016 were President-Elect Kenneth Scaggs, Vice-President Walter Perry, Treasurer Robin Fitzmaurice, Secretary Dr. Steven Sanfilippo, Recording Secretary Warren Tockerman, Past President Denise Benbrook, and Sergeant-At-Arms James Mullevey.

“Service is what Rotary is all about,” DeNofa said at the installation luncheon. “The dictionary defines service as ‘contribution to the welfare of others.’ Our club serves a beautiful and spirited community here in Monmouth County, New Jersey, but Rotary reaches around the world. The opportunity to make a difference is the lives of people who need our help is truly an honor.”

At the end of his speech, DeNofa thanked his fellow Rotarians for their service and commitment to the club and said, “As we move ahead during the next 12 months, let our hands be the hands that help those who truly need our help… and let’s remember these three words: Service Above Self.”

For 95 years, Rotary Club of Red Bank has served the local community through programs and events designed to help improve the lives of the residents of Red Bank and surrounding towns in Monmouth County. Recognized for its commitment and support of vocational education, the Rotary Club awards grants and scholarships and also hosts career events for local students. The Rotary Club also hosts fundraising events, including the club’s annual golf outing, now in its 45th year, and the popular Two Rivers Food and Wine Tasting event held in the spring. The Rotary Club of Red Bank is affiliated with Rotary International, a global organization with more than 1.2 million members from around the world. The Rotary Club of Red Bank meets for lunch at the Navesink Country Club each week on Thursday afternoons at 12:15. There are also evening meetings for those members who are unable to attend meetings at lunchtime. New members are always welcome to join the Rotary Club.

For additional information about the Rotary Club of Red Bank, contact Mike DeNofa directly at (732)758-6280, or email to mdenofa@iopcomm.com.