by Denise McConnell DTM Club Growth Director Blue Castle Collaborators (BCC) celebrated their third Charterversary on February 4th, 2025, with 15 members and seven guests in attendance. Among them were two distinguished guests: D25 Division A Director Jenny Riddle and D25 Area 11 Director Sherry Foster, who energized the room with her inspiring words as…
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 Denise McConnell DTM Club Growth Director Lakeside TAC Leaders – #3692 – Open House, Golden Gavel, Charterversary Lakeside TAC Leaders (formerly Lakeside Toastmasters) celebrated it’s 22nd Charterversary (virtually) on Tuesday, January 28th with an OPEN HOUSE CHARTERVERSARY EVENT! We welcomed eight guests to our celebration. An advanced community of Toastmasters, Lakeside TAC Leaders meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays…
by Denise McConnell DTM Club Growth Director Becoming a part of the Toastmasters Club Growth Team is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the expansion and success of Toastmasters International. Here’s how you can get involved: Understand the Role The Club Growth Team is responsible for chartering new clubs, supporting struggling clubs, and promoting membership…
by Denise McConnell DTM Club Growth Director We held yet another successful Corporate Open House Meeting for our company, Vistra Corp. The meeting included a powerful prepared speaker and an effective evaluation. We had the opportunity to showcase our Toastmasters group, which is an Employee Resource Group, fully supported by our Executives and senior leaders.…
By Denise McConnell DTM Club Growth Director Increased Membership: Chartering 35 clubs in District 25 would undoubtedly lead to a significant increase in membership. Each new club brings a diverse pool of individuals seeking to improve their communication and leadership skills. This expansion in membership not only strengthens the individual clubs but also amplifies the…
by Denise McConnell DTM Club Growth Director As the Club Growth Director, I have the opportunity to develop skills that help expand the reach of District 25 in our local community. Under the guidance of our Region 3 Advisor, Jamie Pickering, I learned the art of cold calling to identify and engage potential companies for…
by Denise McConnell DTM Club Growth Director Our October Open House Club winner is Top of Texas Toastmasters. Nine guests were in attendance, including the Program Quality Director and the Club Growth Director. They conducted an engaging meeting that held the attention of everyone present. Top of Texas Toastmasters chose the theme “Celebrating 100 Years.” The attendees were…
by Denise McConnell DTM Club Growth Director At the 2024 Toastmasters Convention in August, one achievement stood out— a district that chartered 35 new clubs for the 2023-2024 year. This was the highest number of clubs chartered, and it left a lasting impression on me, as an attendee for the first time. The sight of…
