by Emily Murray DTM IPDD 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 club officer elections for the term that starts on July 1. Please remember that the successfully elected new…
by Kelsey Dean 2025 Summit Manager When I said yes to filling the 2025 Annual Conference minute by minute chair or lectern chair role, I had no idea what I was saying yes to. Like many of our D25 members, I said yes because I like to help. I like to be involved. This was…
Morag Mathieson, Immediate Past International President of Toastmasters International, delivered a keynote that was nothing short of transformational. Her speech, “Releasing Hidden Leaders,” was a powerful exploration of how leadership isn’t just about stepping into the spotlight — it’s about empowering others to rise. She emphasized that leadership is unique to each individual — there’s no single path to…
by Renée Marietta TLI Chair The sails are raised, the momentum is building, and the D25 Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI) is charting a course for a bold and engaging season of officer training and leadership growth! Whether you’re a newly elected club officer, a seasoned leader, or simply interested in sharpening your communication skills, these…
by Michelle Bayes DTM Finance Manager & 2025-2026 CGD Elect I sit here with great excitement as I write this article for Hot Topics. In T-22 days I transition from being this District’s Finance Manager to being this District’s Club Growth Director (no longer elect). Some of you are probably wondering, how did you go…
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…
by Kelly Pelky DTM Conference Chair Vision. Inspiration. Passion. That’s what the 2025 D25 Conference was all about! From start to finish, this event was packed with unforgettable moments, incredible leadership, and a community that truly embodies the Toastmasters spirit. VIP Leadership in Action We celebrated our Distinguished Toastmasters—the leaders who inspire by example—and welcomed…
by Najaf Dostalieyev DTM Division D Director Before stepping into the election process—and later being elected as a Division Director — I was genuinely intimidated by the weight of such a responsibility. I had served in various roles across four different districts, but Division leadership felt like a whole new mountain to climb. It took…
by Denise McConnell DTM Club Growth Director San Angelo Toastmasters held its annual Open House and Charterversary Event on Thursday, May 29th, celebrating the club’s nine-year journey since its inception. Jason Jett (President) welcomed attendees and introduced Pam Davis, one of the founding members, who recounted the club’s history. Initially established as Angelo State Toastmasters,…
