District 50 Toastmasters

?? What’s Up Wednesday! – Spring Conference Edition ?? ?? “Like wildflowers; you must allow yourself to grow in all the places people thought you never would.” – Unknown Spring is in the air, and so is the excitement for the 2025 D50 Toastmasters Annual Spring Conference! ???? Get ready for a weekend full of growth, learning, and celebration on May 9-10, 2025 at the Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center (UTD Richardson Campus). ?? Sneak Peek at This Week’s News: ? Calling All Outstanding Officers! Nominate club officers who embody Toastmasters' values—awards will be presented at the Spring Conference! ?? ? Tall Tales Contest Kicks Off the Conference! Don’t miss this fun and imaginative event on Friday, May 9 at St. Barnabas Presbyterian Church! ???? ? New Conference Pricing Model – More affordable, flexible, and built for maximum participation! ???? ? Customize Your Learning Experience – Three tracks to help you flourish in communication, leadership, and personal growth! ?????? ? A Night to Remember – Join us for the Garden Party Celebration featuring a keynote speaker, DTM recognition, and the District International Speech Contest! ???? ?? Stay Safe from Email Scams! Remember, district leaders will NEVER ask for money or send cryptic emails. If in doubt, reach out directly to confirm! ?? Spring is the perfect time to grow—let’s Bloom in Leadership and Communication together! Stay tuned for registration details coming soon! #D50Toastmasters #WhatsUpWednesday #SpringConference #growwithtoastmasters

On March 7th, I had the privilege of collaborating with the District 50 Toastmasters Club Growth Demo Team and several of my fellow #Toastmasters in the District to host a #Toastmasters Demo Meeting for employees of Amazon and Amazon Web Services (AWS) at their Dallas offices. I am thrilled to say it was a resounding success—not only because it was my first-ever Demo Meeting but also because I had the honor of serving as the Toastmaster of the Day. For this Demo Meeting, I was graciously given the opportunity to serve as the Toastmaster of the Day by the Club Growth Demo Team. As the Toastmaster of the Day, I was responsible for setting the tone for the meeting, guiding participants through the agenda, and ensuring a smooth and engaging experience for both seasoned #Toastmasters and first-time guests. I also had the opportunity to showcase how Toastmasters aligns with Amazon’s core values—specifically the ‘Learn and Be Curious’ principle. With this principle in mind, Toastmasters empowers us to sharpen our communication and leadership skills, opening doors to new opportunities. Moreover, during the meeting, Allison Presley delivered her Contest Speech, offering our guests a glimpse into the art of public speaking at its finest. Following that, David Adams, our Table Topics Master, posed an impromptu question to me about where I see myself one-year post-graduation. In my response, I shared my journey as a recent graduate navigating the job market, striving to find a role where I can grow and thrive in the foreseeable future within that one-year timeframe. After I spoke, two of the guests jumped at the chance to try out Table Topics, and they did very well for their first time tackling Table Topics! Next, our General Evaluator, Nancy Manning, had Jennifer Hoch deliver her evaluation of Allison’s speech, walked us through the General Evaluation, and asked for the Functionary Reports from M J Presley, Dave Hendrickson, and Luis Martinez. Finally, the Club Growth? Director, Rhonda Bunte, along with DaWane Wanek, shared more about the benefits and opportunities within Toastmasters for the guests. I would like to thank DaWane Wanek for suggesting that I come and visit Amazon and Amazon Web Services through this opportunity as I continue to navigate the job market - even though I am on a sabbatical. I would also like to thank the Club Growth Demo Team, led by Rhonda Bunte, Yujun Liang, and Richard Goodrum, for entrusting me with the responsibility of being Toastmaster of the Day also for giving me a platform to showcase my leadership and communication skills. Experiences like these allow me to grow and reinforce my passion for effective communication and leadership—skills that are invaluable as I explore new opportunities in my career journey. #amazon #aws #FAANG #whereleadersaremade #growthopportunities #seizeyouropportunities #leadership #publicspeaking

What’s the secret to standing out in interviews, speaking with confidence, and making a lasting impression? Find out at the Toastmasters Demo Meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025, at 2 PM Room BA218 at East Texas A&M University - College of Business! Discover how to overcome fear, sharpen your public speaking skills, and gain the self-awareness that sets top professionals apart. Don’t miss this chance to unlock your potential in a fun, supportive environment. Your future success starts here—will you take the first step? District 50 Toastmasters, if you are able to join the demo team for this meeting, please reach out to Richard Goodrum, Yujun Liang, Demo Team Chairs Rhonda Bunte, Club Growth Director David Adams, MBA, PMP, DASM, DTM, Club Coordinator District 50 Toastmasters in Plano, Frisco, and McKinney areas, there will be a bus leaving from?201 Stacy Road, Fairview, TX?at 11 am.?Lunch on the bus.?Expect to return to this location at approximately 5:30 pm.

Happy International Women's Day! Join us for a day of contests at District 50 Toastmasters. Details are here >> https://lnkd.in/g4fSaMw2 Roderick Goudy, Rhonda Bunte, Kimberly Ross

Town North Division Contest April 5th at 4:00 PM CST Dallas College Culinary, Pastry and Hospitality Center >> https://lnkd.in/gfkQCYCt Details come soon, please check >> https://lnkd.in/g4fSaMw2 Co-Chairs: David Haney and Akash Navneeth, MS, MBA

Hi, District 50 Toastmasters, All roles have been filled and it is ready to go! ? Noon Friday, March 07, 2025 ?? Galleria Tower 1: 13355 Noel Road DFW15.21.103. Dallas, TX 75240 Thank you to the following people for making it ready to go. Demo Team Chairs: Yujun Liang, Richard Goodrum Club Growth Director: Rhonda Bunte Club coordinator: DaWane Wanek All the role holders, Allyson Presley, M J Presley, David Hendrickson, Akash Navneeth, MS, MBA, Luis Martinez - Sr. UX Pro, Cert. HCD/LUMA Facilitator, Jennifer Hoch, David Adams, MBA, PMP, DASM, DTM, Nancy Manning If you work for Amazon, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and want to start your Toastmasters journey, please come to the meeting.

Town North Division Contest April 5th at 4:00 PM CST Dallas College Culinary, Pastry and Hospitality Center >> https://lnkd.in/gfkQCYCt Details come soon, please check >> https://lnkd.in/g4fSaMw2 Co-Chairs: David Haney and Akash Navneeth, MS, MBA

Metro Division Contest >> https://lnkd.in/g4fSaMw2 Saturday, March 29 10:00 AM Dallas, Texas

Southern Division Contest >> https://lnkd.in/g4fSaMw2 Saturday, March 29 11:00 AM Dallas, Texas

?? What’s Up Wednesday – Your Weekly District 50 Update! ?? RISE with Integrity. Respect. Service. Excellence. ?? This week’s edition is packed with exciting updates, including: ? Outstanding Officer Nominations – Recognize the leaders who make your club thrive! ?? Contest Fever Continues! – More chances to witness powerful speeches & fierce competition. ?? Save the Dates – Spring Conference, Youth Leadership, and more! ?? Word of the Week: Bloviate – Use it wisely (or sparingly ??). ?? A Personal Toastmasters Journey – How this member’s skills took them from meetings to the world stage! Don’t miss out! Read the full What’s Up Wednesday now: ?? https://d50tm.org #Toastmasters #D50TM #WhatsUpWednesday #RiseWithToastmasters ??