Toastmasters International sent following information to Club Officers regarding club suspension and reinstatement. October 19, 2020 Dear Club Officers, As the effects of COVID-19 have continued to evolve, so have our clubs and members. We have heard from many club officers around the world about the creative ways they have adapted, using new and...
by Chris Raneri, DTM – District Director If you are the President or Secretary of your club, you have a vote at the upcoming International Business Meeting. This may be your first time, and you have no idea what to do with that vote. You can find all the details here. Maybe you know you...
Chris Raneri, DTM, District Director’s summary of information provided by Toastmasters International – Club Voting (1) Voting at the Annual Business Meeting Clubs in good standing may cast two (2) votes at the Annual Business Meeting for International Officer and Director elections, as well as Proposals A and B to amend the Bylaws of Toastmasters...
By Jamie Pickering, DTM, District Director Information below sent to members from Toastmasters International. June 26, 2020 Dear Toastmasters, World Headquarters is receiving a high volume of requests about the end of the Toastmasters year, and the end of the traditional education program. At this time, we are prioritizing the education award applications that...
By Jamie Pickering, DTM, District Director The following was sent to members from Toastmasters International May 6, 2020 Dear Toastmasters, Thank you for putting your trust in the Board of Directors as we work together to navigate this difficult time. COVID-19 has put a strain on the economy, directly affecting Toastmasters International and...
By Jamie Pickering, DTM, District Director District Leadership Team received this email April 12, 2020: Dear District Leaders, With the recent exceptions made by the Board of Directors, communicated on April 6, we’ve complied guidelines on how to conduct the upcoming District council meetings, candidate campaigns/showcase, and elections. This message has been sent to...
By Jamie Pickering, DTM, District Director April 6, 2020 Dear District Leaders, On March 15, the Board of Directors announced that no District, Division, or Area events can be held in person, on or prior to June 1, 2020. This decision has impacted District processes and activities that are customarily conducted at in-person events....
By Jamie Pickering, DTM, District Director The end of the traditional education program The deadline is to submit all traditional education awards is June 30, 2020! You can find information regarding the end of the program year in the Education Program FAQ. Here are some additional things to keep in mind: All traditional education awards...
Jamie Pickering, DTM, District Director March 17, 2020 Dear Club Officer, The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues to impact Toastmasters around the world, and we understand the challenge this poses for many as the April dues renewal period approaches. To provide added support to our members and clubs, the Board of Directors has extended the April...
Club Officers should have received this email from Toastmasters International Monday, February 3, 2020 regarding dues renewals. NOTE: Update to renewal policy from Toastmasters International due to COVID-19 on March 16, 2020. See new guidelines February 3, 2020 Dear Club Officer, Membership dues payments for the next renewal period are now being accepted! To...
