Events

Greg Rulifson is the Director and Professor of Humanitarian Engineering at University of Texas at Austin.  

Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd.  Please show up early to network and hang out with us.  We encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.  We will buy a meal for our first time guests!

About Rotary Club of Austin University Area: Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/   #1DistrictStrong #PeopleofAction #ServiceAboveSelf #RotaryConnectsTheWorld

Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd.  Please show up early to network and hang out with us.  We encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.  We will buy a meal for our first time guests!

About Charley Clay

Charley Clay is a Broker with Clay Enterprises Real Estate Services and has been actively involved in Austin real estate for more than 35 years. A Certified International Property Specialist, Charley plays a leading role in global business development through the Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABOR). He serves as ABOR’s Global Ambassador to Brazil, a position he has held since 2020, and previously chaired the ABOR Global Advisory Group. His career reflects a deep commitment to connecting Austin’s real estate market with international opportunities.

Charley’s educational background is equally diverse and global. He studied Spanish Literature at Wilmington College in Ohio and earned a Master’s Certification in TESL from the University of Texas at San Antonio. In addition, he holds a USSF National “B” Coaching License, underscoring both his dedication to education and his long-standing involvement in the soccer community.

An Austin resident since 1976, Charley has deep roots in the city and a strong international connection to Brazil. He is married to Elizabete Gomes of Goiânia, Goiás, Brazil, and holds Permanent Resident status in Brazil. Outside of real estate, he is passionate about Austin’s music scene and stays active with golf, tennis, hiking, biking, and especially soccer.

About Rotary Club of Austin University Area: Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/   #1DistrictStrong #PeopleofAction #ServiceAboveSelf #RotaryConnectsTheWorld

Workforce Development: Building the Next Generation of Building Engineers
Presented by Peter Nelson, AAFAME President & Lead Building Engineer with Aquila Management Services

The Austin Association of Facility & Maintenance Engineers (AAFAME) is a professional association dedicated to advancing the education, skills, and careers of building engineers and maintenance professionals while supporting the commercial facilities industry in Central Texas.

Peter Nelson will share an overview of AAFAME’s workforce development initiatives focused on strengthening and sustaining the future of the building engineering profession. Central to this effort is the development of BE Ready (Building Engineer)—a comprehensive training program designed to prepare individuals for careers in building operations and maintenance.

The BE Ready program will be available online, providing accessible, practical education for high school students and others seeking a skilled trade career without the need for a traditional four-year college or university path. Peter will also discuss the critical role of scholarships in ensuring this program reaches individuals from less fortunate backgrounds, helping remove financial barriers and create meaningful career opportunities in a high-demand industry.