by Ninfa Flewitt DTM Past District Director, Diana Patton DTM Past District Governor, and Chuck Mencke DTM Web Team Member Note: A list of posts that Ankur Bora contributed over the years appears at the end of this post. If time permits, please consider reading at least one of them. Toastmasters—and District 25 in particular—has…
by Denise McConnell DTM District Director In the world of Toastmasters, some leaders use their voices to inspire, while others use a lens. Mark Novak, a dedicated member since August 1994, has spent decades ensuring that the history of District 25 is preserved not just in words but in vivid imagery. While Mark’s official start…
by John Aparicio Conference Chair What if everything you need to achieve your next breakthrough is already within you? This year, the District 25 Toastmasters Annual Conference invites you on an extraordinary journey with our bold and energizing theme: Superpowers for Success. This is more than a conference, it’s a transformation. A call to uncover…
by Tammy Hong Conference First Timer Chair With D25’s 2026 Superpowers for Success conference just around the corner, it’s an honor to serve as this year’s First Timer’s Chair. I was a first timer myself last year, and I still remember feeling excited, curious, and just a little unsure of what to expect. The energy…
by Karen Coleman DTM Youth Leadership Chair Recently, I had the privilege of serving as a community judge at the Texas Escalade, a STOA Speech and Debate competition for homeschool students, and what an inspiring experience it was. As someone deeply committed to youth leadership and communication development, I was honored to step into a…
by Maribeth Desuyo DTM Conference Education Chair The countdown has begun! The D25 Toastmasters Annual Conference is just around the corner, and this year’s theme, “Superpowers for Success,” promises an inspiring and empowering experience for every member. Mark your calendars for May 15–16, 2026, and get ready to discover and unleash the superpowers within you…
by Terry Bay DTM Division A Director In thinking about this year with Toastmasters, and especially my role as a Division Director, I am surprised at how fast this year has passed by. With a little more than two months left, I began to think about goals, and achievements, and if I had made an…
by Michelle Bayes, DTM, Club Growth Director Are you on the path towards a DTM? Let the club growth team assist in helping you achieve your goal as a mentor, coach or club sponsor. As we continue to “ignite our pipeline,” having Toastmasters willing to serve as club sponsors and mentors is vital to establishing…
by Michelle Bayes DTM Club Growth Diirector Out on The Town Toastmasters Looking for a Toastmasters experience that pairs powerful speaking with a great meal? Discover our March Open House winner: Out on the Town Toastmasters! This unique club brings members and guests together on the second Saturday of each month, meeting at a different…
