Hennepin County Sheriff

Dawanna Witt – Hennepin County Sheriff

We are honored to welcome Sheriff Dawanna S. Witt as our featured speaker. Elected in 2022 to serve as Hennepin County Sheriff, Sheriff Witt brings over two decades of experience in law enforcement, public safety leadership, and community engagement. Her journey—from a teen mother in Minneapolis to leading Minnesota’s largest sheriff’s office—reflects a deep commitment to equity, public service, and building stronger, safer communities. With a background spanning nonprofit work, criminal justice reform, and education, Sheriff Witt offers a powerful perspective on leadership, resilience, and reimagining public safety. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Lakeville Rotary Club meets each Thursday morning at Brackett's Crossing County Club, starting at 7:00 a.m.  You are also welcome to attend meetings via Zoom if that is more comfortable or convenient. Please use the following meeting ID and password to join us for fun, fellowship, and engaging speakers.