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Outstanding Member – August 2025

by Denise McConnell DTM District Director A Toast to a Champion: Celebrating Elaine Royal District 25 is incredibly proud to celebrate the remarkable journey of Elaine Royal, our Outstanding member of the month, who represented our district as a finalist in the 2025 World Championship of Public Speaking. Her incredible achievement is not just a…

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From Trio to Team: My First Time on the Campaign Trail

by Jamie Pickering DTM PDD Past Regional Advisor “Have you met Chris?” This simple question was my go-to opener for three days in Philadelphia, as I played the role of on-site campaign manager for my good friend and fellow Toastmaster, Chris Raneri. He was running for Toastmasters International Director from Region 3, and our bond,…

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Final Words: A Finalist Story

by Elaine Royal World Champion of Public Speaking Finalist I can still smell the muggy scent of the rain on the streets of Philadelphia. The night before my flight was delayed, my Uber driver dropped me off at the wrong hotel, and I missed my opportunity to have a hot cup of black coffee during complimentary breakfast…

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Outstanding Member—June 2025

by Jesse Ford DTM IPDD Have you ever had that feeling when you meet somebody that you just instantly thought to yourself… “Oh man this is going to be good.” I don’t want to seem cliché, but in Toastmasters it seems to happen a lot. If you look around at any district event you will…

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A Distinguished Guest – Morag Mathieson

Morag Mathieson, Immediate Past International President of Toastmasters International, delivered a keynote that was nothing short of transformational. Her speech, “Releasing Hidden Leaders,” was a powerful exploration of how leadership isn’t just about stepping into the spotlight — it’s about empowering others to rise. She emphasized that leadership is unique to each individual — there’s no single path to…

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These DCP changes will help your club shine in 2025-2026

May 6, 2025 Dear Club Officer, The Distinguished Club Program is evolving to better recognize and celebrate club achievements! We’re pleased to share that the Board of Directors recently made exciting enhancements to both the Distinguished Club and District Recognition programs for the upcoming 2025-2026 program year. These improvements create a more accessible path to…

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