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MESSAGE FROM DISTRICT GOVERNOR 2022-23

Norman Lee

Dear Distinguished Guests, Rotarians, Rotaractors, Family members and friends,
Words cannot describe my excitement for our 63rd District Conference. The pandemic forced us to have scaled
down District Conferences in the past three years, surely it has been too long a time.

My sincerest thanks to Chair Frank Chan and his team for the effort they have put in all these months. Tying
in with our theme of “Imagine Rotary”, imagine a better world, we have Guest of Honour from the Hong Kong
Tourism Board. I envision the opportunities for Rotary to collaborate with them to make our cities shine even
brighter.

Another exciting encouragement is the record high participation from Macau and Mongolia. I see the strongest
bonding among District 3450 ever. Let’s make this a start, and I hope our connection will become even more solid
in the future.

This year's conference will feature an innovative technology: an artificial intelligence (AI) image generator
designed to inspire and facilitate imaginative exploration. Simply input your thoughts into words, and the
generator will create stunning illustrations that you can share with fellow Rotarians in the form of captivating
artworks, allowing you to express and share your dreams in a unique and creative way.

On the fun side, you will be engaged by a blockchain impact participation badge throughout the event. Not only
will you be awarded and recognized for your contribution through a state-of-the-art NFT Certificate, but you will
also learn more about Rotary in different aspects. So be prepared for a jolly, merry gala dinner; we have not had
a Governor’s Banquet without restriction for three years. Let’s enjoy it to the utmost.

I also hope our Spouse Program will keep our guests entertained. The activities are suitable for both men and
women, with a touch of self-enrichment and service that greatly portrays what Rotary is. I am so pleased to see
some of our second generation joining. Perhaps “Family Program” is a more appropriate name going forward.

My heartfelt thanks to you for joining the 63rd District Conference. I can
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foresee that the 63 District Conference is already a big success despite
all the challenges that we have faced.

Yours in Rotary,

Norman Lee
District Governor 2022-23
Rotary International District 3450

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