by Chris Raneri, DTM District Director Hey roadblock, it’s me, the outstanding member for January. I wanted to let you know that you can’t beat me. You can keep trying, but I will find a solution to get past you. I’ll even do it while smiling and having fun! What do you think about that?...
Category: <span>individual accomplishments</span>
Outstanding Member – December
by Chris Raneri, DTM District Director The Romans popularized a phrase used by Horace – carpe diem; loosely translated as seize the day. This month’s outstanding member has certainly done that. Not only have they served as an Area Director this year, but they served as a speaker and key promoter for the recent Summit....
The Inaugural Club Membership Fair
by Kelley Pelkey, DTM Who knew that 300+ folks in District 25 had reached out to Toastmasters International for membership information, but never joined a club? Are you surprised that upon learning that little tidbit, one of our members had an “Aha moment”? Once again, the District 25 Creativity Queen “B”, Joyce Trimble, had an idea! Why...
Area Council – My Perspective
by Kelsey Dean VPE First Command I am just beginning to venture outside my first Toastmasters club, so I wasn’t sure what to expect for an Area Council meeting, especially since it was happening virtually. We were given an agenda and immediately sent to our area breakout rooms. I was surprised to see that there...
You mean you want me on a “Leadership Panel?”
by Jesse Ford DL3 Public Relations Manager This last weekend I was asked by our IPDD Jamie Pickering to be part of a discussion session at the Summit where I would be 1 of 4 on a “Leadership Panel.” She first asked me a few weeks ago and frankly, it caught me off guard. I...
Area Council – My Perspective
by Jessica M. Forsman Over the past weekend I had a wonderful opportunity to join in the D25 Area Council Meeting. I currently serve as the Sergeant-at-Arms (SAA) for Mr. Cooper Speaks so it was special that I was able to attend since an SAA typically doesn’t attend this meeting. The overall theme for the...
Plot Twist
by Marian R. Hicks Area 22 Director I love movies. I love the moment an unexpected change occurs that causes your jaw to drop open. This moment, known as a plot twist, changes the trajectory of the movie. As I reflected on Toastmasters this year, we encountered a plot twist none of us could have foreseen....
Outstanding Member – November
by Chris Ranei, DTM District Director This month’s outstanding member deserves a mic drop! This person spent countless hours designing how audio and video would be delivered at the Summit, including working closely with the onsite staff. They were also instrumental when a new plan was needed for on-the-fly adjustments. They are always the first...
Outstanding Member – October
by Chris Raneri, DTM District Director One speaker, two speaker, three speaker, four! This month’s Outstanding Member has been spending their time visiting over 55 clubs this Toastmasters year to promote a program that may be D25’s best kept secret – the Speakers Bureau. This program allows our members the ability to have speaking opportunities...
Toastmasters – A Great Way to Grow!
by Maribeth Fontabla, MS5 – Division F Director As a member of Toastmasters, I find this organization a great way to grow myself, personally, and professionally. I wish I’d discovered Toastmasters a long time ago. I am going to highlight three things I think makes Toastmasters the best organization for personal and professional development. First,...