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 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…
By Joyce Piñero “Everything you ever want is on the other side of fear,” is DTM Patty Wyatt’s mantra. The words hang on her bathroom mirror, reminding her every day. Patty attended Toastmasters for the first time in 1998, but was so paralyzed by fear that she did not return for twenty years. In 2018,…
by Denise McConnell DTM District Director As the days grow shorter and the festive Winter TLI (Toastmasters Leadership Institute) approaches, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the invaluable professional skills you’ve been honing right here in your club. Your club is not just a place for practice, but a nurturing ground for personal growth…
