by Jesse Ford DTM District Director “If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. How perfect are these words. I don’t know about you, but I love to look at…
by Dave Papenmeier DTM Club Retention Chair Did you know that District 25 offers Club Coaches to eligible clubs in order to help them grow and better serve their members? These coaches are available, trained, and ready to help. And we need more of them! What are Club Coaches? Being a successful club coach is…
by Larry Harmon DTM Division E Director Just over 90 days into the Toastmasters year, the Trio, Division Directors, and Area Directors have been working tirelessly. There’s so much more going on behind the scenes than I had anticipated. From getting to know the clubs in our Areas and Division, preparing for Division-sponsored training sessions…
by David Winkowski DTM Pathways Co-Coordinator I can’t remember all the circumstances surrounding my agreement to be a Pathways Co-Coordinator, but I do remember that when I learned I would be working with Jim Jameson, it leapt at the chance. Who better to learn from, than from the man who was actually the first to present…
by Jai Erwin Summit Manager Get ready to embark on a strategic adventure where every move counts! This fall, D25 Toastmasters invites you to step up your game and master your next move at the 2024 Fall Educational Summit: Level Up! happening on November 9, 2024, at Texas Wesleyan University. Just like your favorite board game,…
by Denise McConnell DTM Club Growth Director Tip Top Toastmasters celebrated a momentous occasion with a Golden Gavel Open House. The theme was “The Roaring 20’s” in honor of Toastmasters International’s 100th anniversary. The event was held at the delightful Catfish and Company, where attendees enjoyed a wonderful meal, and a grand time filled with…
by Jesse Ford DTM District Director Some might argue that the role of Area Director involves too much work and responsibility, with many things to do. And that’s just the beginning. Area Directors in District 25 assist at TLI and in the Year-End Celebration, they judge contests, and much more, all while supporting and visiting…
by Jesse Ford DTM District Director If you ever want to serve the members at a District level, the positions are vast and there are opportunities for all sorts of roles. Maybe you want to be the District Chief Judge like Ana Kielpinski and help train judges and be a critical part of the Contest…
by Emily Murray DTM IPDD Solar Flare Director’s Focus Award This award recognizes a member who committed to helping others achieve their goals, resulting in greater benefits for themselves and fellow members. The recipient of this award is Jenny Riddle Jenny has an open hand, an open ear, and an open heart to help, to…
