When: Saturday 4/18/2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Duration: 60 minutes
Presenter: David Urban - Elmbrook Rotary Club (6270) & Will Burrington
Room: Cypress
Dave will first explain why peacebuilding is more important than ever before. He will then guide you through the steps to form a Peacebuilder Committee at your club, including developing a proposal, forming a team, and executing a plan. You will leave with practical tools and tips for building peace in your community.
Dave will be joined by Will Burrington, a conflict resolution consultant and mediator with Harmony Partners, LLC.
Dave Urban is a Senior Financial Advisor with The Wolf Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Milwaukee, helping families and business owners plan for retirement, wealth, and legacy. He brings decades of leadership experience from senior roles in investor relations and banking. A committed Rotarian, Dave serves with the Elmbrook Rotary Club, where he chairs the Vocational and Peacebuilder Committees, and is active in community and youth organizations. He holds degrees from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.
Will Burrington is a former attorney and “peacemaker” whose firm, Harmony Partners, LLC, focuses on mediation, community facilitation, and conflict resolution. With nearly four decades of experience in law, public policy, and corporate leadership, he helps organizations navigate difficult conversations and build consensus. Will’s work aligns closely with Rotary’s commitment to peacebuilding and leadership through service. He holds advanced degrees in dispute resolution and law and is a graduate of Lawrence University.