by Karen Phelps Ever gone to the same place on vacation in a different year and had a completely different experience – just as special – but NOT THE SAME at all? That was this year’s 2023 Summit! Although I’ve been to the Summit more than once – this was my first time to experience…
Featuring Denise McConnell DTM Division A Director Denise McConnell joined Toastmasters in May 2009. Since that time, she then has been a member of many clubs, and she has served in every club officer position. In addition to these roles, she has also served as Area Director, TLI Chair, and Conference Chair. Her home club…
by Phylliss Christian-Daniels DTM Club Growth Director Fellow D25 Toastmasters, In the dynamic world of Toastmasters, our journey extends far beyond the lectern. Here are three crucial elements that serve as essential strategies to pave the way for enduring club success and expansion while creating an environment where every member flourishes. Effective leadership is the…
by Emily Murray District Director DTM Our October Outstanding Member of the Month has her fingers in many pies, but you might not know it. She prefers to get in and get done instead of shouting for the spotlight, and yet if you know her, you probably think she’s amazing. Tammy Kasterke 100% exemplifies this…
Mara White, VPPR of Irving Toastmasters, has some great advice about how to get your club featured on a TV news spot. Mara saw a Facebook post from a local TV news station that was looking for interesting “Citizens of Irving” stories. She made contact, exchanged emails, and their club was booked for the news…
Contributions by Chuck Mencke, DTM; Jill Morrison, DTM; Jason Jett Are you looking for a unique and enriching experience without doubling your Toastmasters meeting commitments? District 25 offers several advanced and specialty clubs, each with its distinctive approach to the Toastmasters experience. Most of these clubs meet once a month, catering to the diverse interests…
by Clark Pfarner D25 Hot Topics Editor In the world of Toastmasters, where individuals hone their public speaking skills and leadership abilities, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has sparked debates among its members, creating distinct camps: the pro-AI advocates and the skeptics. Ever since the inception of ChatGPT and Bing AI, these platforms have…
by Laurie McKee, D25 2023-2024 Recognition Chair The Recognition Chair is a District Role I had no idea existed until last year. When asked if I was interested, my first question was “What is a Recognition Chair?” The upshot is that the Chair tracks member and club awards. After a few phone calls to past…
Featuring Shameika McAllister, Division B Director How long have you been in Toastmasters, and what club officer roles have you filled? I have been a Toastmaster for five years, and I have held VP of Education for multiple terms. What other roles have you held in D25? I was Area 63 Director in 2022-2023 and…
