By Ninfa Flewitt, DTM, IPDD, Leadership Committee Chair I have always heard, if you want something done, give it to a busy person. This year, we have seen many busy people continue to stay busy by helping lead this District! They are getting better in the process. I know I did. What about you?…
by John Aparicio Area 42 Director I am so grateful for a willing TEAM to help us all succeed. I was able to attend our first club success workshop this year led by our very own Jesse Ford CGD. He assembled an amazing panel of seasoned D25 Leaders, Jenny Riddle, Godfred Ahuma, Suresh Basyal, and…
by Shuhdi Hashim Area 62 Director It was an immense pleasure to facilitate an area council meeting for the first time. I was only a participant last year and I can see how I have grown in the few as area director. The entire session was beneficial to all who attended. For me, the most…
by Dave Papenrmeir Summit Manager At the D25 Summit last Saturday, District members got out of their comfort zones and bridged the gap from where they are to where they want to be! Michelle Debenport taught us that ogres are only at the start of our bridge and when we move towards the other end,…
by Celeste Castro DTM Division F Director We had a wonderful time at the second District Executive Council (DEC) meeting on October 22, consisting of several stimulating training events. Each of the District’s divisions had a table with their area leadership. PQD Emily Murray led an activity by providing sticks for each table with words…
by Emily Murray DTM Program Quality Director Family dinner – a time of conversation and jokes. Time to catch up and connect. To relax and let the stress of the day go. To have a little fun to ease into the evening with. Family dinner – a time to share and grow and learn together.…
by Tammy Kasterke DTM Registration Chair No doubt, you’ve crossed a bridge. I know I prefer solid, sturdy bridges with rails-to-hold-on-to if needed. Crossing a weak, flimsy bridge… well, I wouldn’t even consider it. The upcoming Summit is likened to a bridge. Attending the Summit will be the bridge you need to successfully reach your…
by Cassie Bullock, DL5, MS3 Summit Educational Chair As climbers get close to the summit, the atmosphere thins, the focus is sharp, and the excitement is palpable. That is where we are for the D25 Summit! We are only 8 weeks away from THE event for Toastmasters to share and learn from fellow Toastmasters. [RAFFLE]…
by Clark Pfarmer DL2 I do “work” at work. Do I really need to attend the district’s business meeting, and on a Sunday to boot? Okay…that was rhetorical. I’m an area director and that’s the responsible thing to do. So, I did. I won’t try to convince you it was the most fun I had…
