by Robert Thomas I’m still feeling the impact of the District 25 Toastmasters Summit. The theme, Rising As One, couldn’t have been more fitting. It wasn’t just a conference – it felt like a reset. The Summit could be best described as: Educational – filled with insights that challenged me to grow. Inspirational – every…
by The Members of Amarillo Toastmasters Recently, the members of Amarillo Toastmasters were asked two interesting questions. Why are you a member of the oldest club in Texas? What drew you into this club? Here are some of their answers! “I feel too new to know the answer to the first question and will leave…
By Chuck LeBlanc, DTM, Region Advisor My visit to Toastmasters District 25 in Fort Worth felt less like a trip and more like stepping into a family – one that celebrates learning, leadership, and joy with a spirit as big as the state itself. The adventure began at Keller Communicators Toastmasters, where the Halloween-themed meeting…
by Kelsey Dean Think you’ve nailed public speaking? Think again! Advanced Toastmasters Clubs are where confident communicators and leaders go to turn their skills up a notch – a place to experiment, challenge themselves, and maybe even laugh at a few speech bloopers along the way. These aren’t your typical Toastmasters meetings. You won’t find…
by Kelsey Dean Summit Manager Wow — what an incredible honor it was to lead this year’s Summit Team! When I first said yes, I thought, “Okay, this’ll be fun – we’ll plan a few sessions, make some calls, and put on a great event.” What I didn’t realize was how much heart, creativity, and…
by Jessica Chang The District 25 Toastmasters Summit, “Rising As One,” was an inspiring day filled with connection, laughter, and learning. As a presenter, I had the joy of leading an education session and seeing members fully engaged — sharing insights, participating in activities, and celebrating the power of communication and cross-cultural growth. As a first-time attendee…
by Denise McConnell DTM District Director As the days grow shorter and the festive Winter TLI (Toastmasters Leadership Institute) approaches, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the invaluable professional skills you’ve been honing right here in your club. Your club is not just a place for practice, but a nurturing ground for personal growth…
by Jim Jameson DTM Pathways Coordinator On October 22, a significant set of Pathways updates was released and became available in Base Camp. There are still a few details to be explored as we learn more about these. For now, here is a very brief overview of the key points: Meeting Roles: Before completing a…
by Denise McConnell DTM District Director Spotlight on Success: Honoring Diana Patton as Outstanding Member of the Month! D25 is thrilled to recognize Diana Patton as our Outstanding Member of the Month! Diana’s exceptional dedication, professionalism, and rapid deployment of the Summit web pages on the D25 website have earned her this well-deserved honor. The…
