by Denise McConnell DTM District Director “Rising As One” with Kelsey Dean, D25 October Outstanding Member: District 25 is proud to celebrate Kelsey Dean, who has served and is serving in various roles throughout the District. She is our Procedures Chair, a member of the Hot Topics team, and the manager of our 2025 Summit.…
by Jenn Taylor Division G Director Division G is having a great time Becoming One this year in District 25. We’ve seen some exciting growth, as our Area Directors and Division Director visit all of our clubs, building relationships and helping meet members’ and clubs’ needs. While being spread out across Amarillo, Lubbock, Midland-Odessa, Fort…
by Michelle Bayes DTM Club Growth Director As part of the journey to chartering a new Toastmasters club, it is essential to demonstrate what a meeting will look like. This preview gives prospective members a clear understanding of what to expect before making a commitment because, after all, it’s important to know what you’re getting…
by Tracy Speyer DTM District Chief Judge District 25’s Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI) kicks off on December 1, launching a season of inspiration, education, and empowerment. Whether you’re a club officer, aspiring leader, or passionate member, TLI offers essential training to elevate your Toastmasters journey. This year, in addition to core officer sessions, we’re offering…
by Robert Thomas I’m still feeling the impact of the District 25 Toastmasters Summit. The theme, Rising As One, couldn’t have been more fitting. It wasn’t just a conference – it felt like a reset. The Summit could be best described as: Educational – filled with insights that challenged me to grow. Inspirational – every…
by The Members of Amarillo Toastmasters Recently, the members of Amarillo Toastmasters were asked two interesting questions. Why are you a member of the oldest club in Texas? What drew you into this club? Here are some of their answers! “I feel too new to know the answer to the first question and will leave…
By Chuck LeBlanc, DTM, Region Advisor My visit to Toastmasters District 25 in Fort Worth felt less like a trip and more like stepping into a family – one that celebrates learning, leadership, and joy with a spirit as big as the state itself. The adventure began at Keller Communicators Toastmasters, where the Halloween-themed meeting…
by Kelsey Dean Think you’ve nailed public speaking? Think again! Advanced Toastmasters Clubs are where confident communicators and leaders go to turn their skills up a notch – a place to experiment, challenge themselves, and maybe even laugh at a few speech bloopers along the way. These aren’t your typical Toastmasters meetings. You won’t find…
by Kelsey Dean Summit Manager Wow — what an incredible honor it was to lead this year’s Summit Team! When I first said yes, I thought, “Okay, this’ll be fun – we’ll plan a few sessions, make some calls, and put on a great event.” What I didn’t realize was how much heart, creativity, and…
