by Jesse Ford DTM District Director
When people talk about the members of District 25 and what makes them great, you typically will hear things like, “willing to help” or “enthusiastic and encouraging of others.” The Toastmasters community is built on a long legacy of people doing and giving so much of themselves that it really is amazing to think how or why anyone in their right mind would not want to be a Toastmaster. I digress….
In the month of December, here in District 25 like lots of other places all around the world, it is known as a festive holiday month. For some the month is filled with Hallmark movies, mistletoe and lights. For others it might be about family and spending time giving and or finding that perfect present. Now if only there was a symbol that everyone could relate to or recognize that would tie it all together…. I know… Santa Claus.
Congratulations to the December Outstanding Member. Santa Chuck Mencke. Chuck serves on the WebTeam, mentors countless toastmasters from all over the world and is always willing to volunteer to help out. He really is Santa Toastmaster. Something special to note is that in the month of December over the last few years Santa Chuck has always made an appearance and this year he did it again, but this time he showed up in person!
Thank you, Chuck, for all your hard work and for modeling the spirit of the holidays. You inspire people everywhere and in all the best ways, but you do so especially when you put on your red suit and hat! Maybe next we can get him to say GROW GROW GROW.