It’s June and SO MANY BIG THINGS ARE HAPPENING! This is just a little reminder to not forget the little things too. In either May or June, your club should have had your club officer elections for the term that starts on July 1. Please remember that the successfully elected new officer list needs to…
by Marcheta Gardner, DTM, Club Growth Director Have you ever wondered why some people always have exciting stories to tell… and they tell them… to whomever… wherever they go! Know someone like that?! Experienced someone that is always talking about some deal, or some fashion, or some organization they’re in… (wink wink)?! Well, the D25…
The trio is excited to share two incentive focuses on getting your club set up for success! Eight by the Eighth: Early Renewal Incentive The first incentive, known as “Eight by the Eighth,” encourages clubs to renew eight members by September 8, 2025. Achieving this milestone ensures your club is in “good standing” early in…
by Denise McConnell DTM CGD It is time to RENEW! The youngest of my children has started her senior year in high school. She is excited about this year’s new experiences, enjoying time with her current friends and making new ones. She is also enthusiastic about all the regular activities that are familiar, yet different…
by Denise McConnell DTM CGD District 25 is pleased to welcome a new Toastmasters club to our district! On June 30, AMN LALA Toastmasters Club was chartered. They are a corporate club that meets both in person and online. LALA is an employee resource group within AMN. LALA, the Latin American Legacy Alliance, represents, advocates,…
The following was sent to Club Officers August 19, 2021 August 19, 2021 Dear Club Officer, We are a couple of months into the new program year, and many of you have completed your Club Success Plan and are beginning membership building efforts. For those clubs that need additional support in accomplishing goals and restoring club…
by Emily Murray DTM District Director Hello Club Officers! It’s time to elect your 2024-2025 club officers! Something I’m sure your club has either already completed or has planned to complete before the end of this month. This is awesome! A slate of strong officers sets the foundation and tone for the next year…
By Robi Ley, District Director Although Chicago got its nickname for the plethora of agriculture, manufacturing, and other industries it supports, that title was so very appropriate this year at the 2018 Toastmasters International Convention. These past eight days, we were able to mingle with some of the biggest shoulders in our Toastmasters world. You’ve…
by Elaine Royal D25’s 2025 International Speech Contest Winner I cheated! That’s right, I cheated! After barely winning at the club level and competing with two seasoned Toastmasters, I started cheating in this contest. Cheat means to act dishonestly or unfairly in order to gain an advantage, especially in a game or examination. The Friday before…