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 Marcheta Gardner DTM District Director TikTok… Instagram… LinkedIn… Facebook! Do you know what these have in common? Our November Toastmaster of the month, that’s what! Michelle Debenport has trailblazed the PRM role for D25 by launching a PR Team and committees to do more “things” in D25! She has led her team to launch…
by Ninfa Flewitt DTM Immediate Past District Director Have you ever thought to yourself, I would like to be more involved in District 25, but I’m just not sure where to start OR where to go from here? Perhaps you have already been an Area Director or served in the Trio. MAYBE you haven’t wanted…
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 Celeste Castro DTM Division F Director Harvest is a wonderful time of the year. The trees change colors. It’s time for Halloween. After that it’s Thanksgiving. I have visited clubs that were doing their open house using the theme of Halloween and they were able to receive a Golden Gavel. It was interesting to…
By Phylliss Christian-Daniels If the question were asked what’s in it for me, Larry Mill’s answer would be DEDICATION. What a great example of exemplifying such a strong trait not only as a D25 Toastmaster but as a husband, father, grandfather, colleague, and friend. Larry’s love for being a Toastmaster and the incredible leader he was is…
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…
