‘Twas the night before Christmas, all through D25 land, Toastmasters paused meetings, agendas unplanned. The gavel was resting, the lectern stood still, As members dreamed sweetly of growth, goals, and skills. But I, Santa Chuck, by the glow of my screen, Now writing this letter with cheer in between. Not a checklist or report, not…
by Denise McConnell DTM District Director Laurie McKee joined our TLI team in September, and from day one, she brought a spark of energy and a level of organization that transformed the way we work. Stepping into a new process is never easy, especially when it involves navigating a maze of Excel spreadsheets used to…
by Jacquelyn Martin DTM Division F Director December can be a crazy time of year between preparing for guests, attending a plethora of holiday parties, and getting all of those gifts purchased and wrapped. With everything else on your plate, it is easy to neglect your Toastmasters responsibilities. Let me encourage you to stay engaged…
by Lola Stone DTM D25 Contest Coordinator December officially marks the beginning of Contest Season in District 25! While many are wrapping up the year, clubs across the District are gearing up for one of the most exciting parts of the Toastmasters experience – Speech Contests. Contests begin at the Club level, progress to Area,…
by Jesse Ford DTM IPDD Have you ever thought about what the next step in your leadership journey might look like? In Toastmasters the possibilities are endless. In District 25 we are blessed to have so many great leaders from the past still around today. What does all this mean for you? Well, good news……
by Clark Pfarner Anyone who has ever run a Toastmasters speech contest knows the truth: the work will get done – but how much of it you personally carry is entirely up to you. After serving as both an Area Director and Division Director, I learned this lesson the hard way…and then the right way.…
by Michelle Bayes DTM Club Growth Director District 25 Toastmasters, let’s take a close look at what sets thriving clubs apart and how we can proactively support those facing challenges. Successful clubs often share several key traits: they actively engage members, deliver strong speeches, celebrate both big and small achievements, and foster a positive, inclusive…
by Michelle Bayes DTM Club Growth Director The allure of fall and the allure of Halloween brought out an abundance of creativity that shined in the Open Houses held in October. So much so that picking one winner was impossible! Let’s congratulate October’s Winners: San Angelo Toastmasters, Golden Triangle Toastmasters, and IT Leaders and Speakers…
by Denise McConnell DTM District Director District 25 members and leaders, we are united by a powerful dual purpose. Our mission is clear: We build new clubs and support all clubs in achieving excellence. That mission is the engine of our growth. But how do we sustain that engine? By embracing our District Focus: Becoming…
