by Joyce Piñero “Toastmasters is Toastmasters is Toastmasters no matter where you are; and Toastmasters’ people are Toastmasters are Toastmasters everywhere – warm, friendly, engaging, intelligent, wonderful.” Emily Murray, DTM, should know; she’s visited over 100 different clubs throughout Asia, Europe, New Zealand, and the United States. Emily joined Toastmasters just over 20 years ago…
by Lorenzo Narvaez Division B Director When new members join a Toastmasters club, they often do so with one goal in mind – improving their public speaking or overcoming stage fright. What many don’t realize at first is that they’ve joined more than just one single club. They’ve become part of an area, a division,…
by Corey Henderson Recognition Chair As the District 25 Recognition Chair, I have seen firsthand how this district is growing by leaps and bounds. We have the dedicated few that have achieved the Nemelita Networking Nine and the many that have faithfully pursued their education awards. We have the clubs opening their doors to attract…
by Phylliss Christian-Daniels, DTM, Club Growth Director As we step into the new year, let’s enjoy the glow of opportunity with our 2023-2024 incentive rewards – Sunshine to Sunshine, Five-For-Five, Nemilita Networking, and the latest addition, Pick A Path In Pathways. These incentives are not just goals; they are the golden nuggets that enhance our…
by Evan Escher Area 41 Director On Saturday, July 22nd, the District 25 leadership team gathered for the first District Executive Committee (DEC) meeting of the Toastmasters year. We set up shop at Texas Wesleyan University, and the Area and Division Directors arrived at 8 AM for a catered breakfast before diving into the day.…
by Marcheta Gardner DTM District Director D25, we are celebrating not one, not two, and even not three … BUT “19” Outstanding members for the month of July! We are highlighting our “Nemileta Networking Nine” Award winners, as they exemplify what Empowering Your Legacy is all about! For those who may not be aware, the…
by Emily Murray DTM Club Growth Director You’ve heard the term, but what the heck is it? And what is a Nemileta and why are we networking for it? This incentive is the only way to earn a district focus pin this year — besides serving in district leadership. How do you earn it? Mark…
by Lila Shrestha, VPE, NST Toastmasters Club Glossophobia. What is it? The fear of … You guessed it. Public speaking. After fifteen months at NST Toastmasters Club, the D25 incentive, Nemileta Networking Nine, prompted me to visit other Toastmasters Clubs, to deliver speeches to new audiences, and more importantly, to challenge myself to break my…
by Gary Lee Webb, DTM Heart of Texas BridgeGappers has enjoyed visits from six Nemileta guests. You’ve heard of the Nemileta Networking Nine incentive, haven’t you? Guests always benefit a Toastmasters chapter, doubly true when they’re working toward the #Nemileta9. Visitors bring variety — thus enriching the meeting experience. Nemileta guests come from many different…
