by Jesse Ford DTM District Director For over 100 years, our great Toastmasters organization has been developing leaders and speakers. The number of lives impacted grows daily with new people being introduced all the time. It’s exciting to think where we might be in the next 100 years, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves.…
by Denise McConnell DTM Club Growth Director It’s that time of year again – dues renewal. A moment where we pause and reflect on the value we’re receiving and the direction we want to head. As a Toastmaster, this renewal is more than just a financial transaction; it’s an investment in your personal and professional…
by Jesse Ford DTM District Director If you ever get a chance to go to a speech contest, I would highly recommend it. If you ever want to be part of the amazing team that puts on the events, that is where real magic happens. A contest needs a lot of helpers with everything from…
by Jesse Ford DTM District Director An Wang a Chinese American computer engineer and inventor said, “You have to have your heart in the business and the business in your heart.” In District 25 we have a long-standing legacy of developing great leaders who do and get others to do some truly amazing things. I…
by John Aparacio Logistics Manager From a young age, I have always been driven by a passion for serving others. Whether at home, school, church, or within the community, I have consistently sought opportunities to help in any way possible. When the chance to become the District 25 Logistics Manager arose, I immediately recognized it…
by Karen Coleman DTM Youth Leadership Chair and Founder of Teen CEO While serving as the Toastmasters Youth Leadership Chair, I encourage future youth coordinators to bring their own leadership styles into their workshops. This propelled me to customize my leadership style to fit the needs of the students requesting the workshop experience. I started…
by Emily Murray DTM Past District Director Leadership Chair As this year’s District Leadership Committee Chair, I invite you to nominate yourself or another member for consideration for one of District 25’s elected officer positions- Division Director, Club Growth Director, Program Quality Director and District Director- for the 2025-2026 year. Nominations are now open and…
by Phylliss Christian-Daniels DTM Program Quality Director District 25 Officers, I want to take a moment to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all the dedicated Toastmasters who have already completed their Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI) training this winter. Your commitment to personal growth and club leadership is truly inspiring! For those who haven’t attended a…
by Jesse Ford DTM District Director When you’re a club member, you get training in Pathways and from fellow members. If you are a club officer, you are expected to attend TLI for your role. If you are an Area or Division Director, you get to go to District Executive Council meetings. All these events…
