by Jerod Blackman Division C Director While spring is generally seen as the season of growth and rebirth, Toastmasters chooses summer to represent ours – like a phoenix rising from the ashes – we are reborn and invigorated by the winds of change. I am excited about what this year holds for us all as Toastmasters…
by Phylliss Christian-Daniels DTM Club Growth Director As Toastmasters International announced the upcoming dues increase effective August 1, 2023, it is natural to reflect on the significance behind this decision and how it can benefit members in their ongoing Toastmasters journey. Rather than focusing solely on the increase itself, let us explore three compelling reasons…
by Marcheta Gardner DTM 2022-2023 District Director Our July Outstanding Member worked tirelessly throughout the month of June to close out the year with a Select Distinguished Area status. During her entire year of service, she ensured that all her clubs held quality meetings. She often visited other clubs in the division and the district…
By Najaf Dostaliyev Club Leads Chair It was 9:00 am on Saturday July 8th, and like me, many other enthusiastic D25 members and guests were eager to join the online meeting. This was a celebratory morning at D25, as it was the first Toastmasters meeting of the 2023/24 year. Everyone was excited to join and celebrate this special occasion, with…
by Jesse Ford DTM 2022-2023 Club Growth Director Now I know most of the time everyone would tell you that you have to have a planned and well-organized meeting in order to be successful. People want to be sure to see things like an agenda and well-prepared speakers. Well, what happens when you host an…
July 5, 2023 Dear Toastmasters Club President and Club Secretary, Your club has important votes to cast during the 2023 Annual Business Meeting. As stated in the Bylaws of Toastmasters International, Article X, Section 1, a Toastmasters Member Club in good standing is entitled to two (2) votes at the Annual Business Meeting. There are three…
It’s June and SO MANY BIG THINGS ARE HAPPENING! This is just a little reminder to not forget the little things too. In either May or June, your club should have had your club officer elections for the term that starts on July 1. Please remember that the successfully elected new officer list needs to…
by Bert Yow DTM You may think that Toastmasters just teaches public speaking. That’s true about public speaking, but the fundamental skill set that Toastmasters teaches is to organize your thoughts, put those thoughts into words, and deliver those words … all seamlessly. Imagine being the person who consistently says the right thing at the…
by Thomas Goodwin The event titled “Happy Endings and Exciting Beginnings” truly embodied its theme. It all started with District Director Marcheta Gardner leading us in a unique activity called ‘Funishment’. In case you’re unfamiliar with the term, a ‘Funishment’ serves as an incentive for our Area Directors (ADs). If they submit ALL their reports…
