| Toastmasters International District 10 Newsletter |
Leaders and Lecterns
| August 2011
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Greetings!
Welcome to the new Toastmaster year and also the first edition of Leaders and Lecterns. This is the next step in refreshing the image and communication within District 10. We have an exciting year ahead with Toastmasters International rolling out the rebrand this month, the district website having a new look, and also our very own Larry Szczepanski is heading to Las Vegas to participate in the Semi-Finals of the International Speech contest. Please let me know of any suggestions, comments, or concerns with the way we handle communications inside and outside of the district. Keith Feador District Public Relations Officer k_feador@yahoo.com(440) 773-4280 
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Letter from your District Governor
 Good day fellow Toastmasters! Welcome to the new Toastmaster year. I'd like to introduce myself. My name is Dave Wiley, and I have the honor of serving as your District Governor this year. I'm going on my fifth year in Toastmasters. On the club level, I've served as a club President, Vice President of Education, Vice President of Public Relations, and Secretary. From a District Prospective, I've been an Area Governor, Lt Governor of Education and Training, and am now your District Governor. I am excited to practice and hone my leadership skills this year! Five years ago, I'd never have had the courage to step into this role. I think this just demonstrates the power of the Toastmasters program. We all join Toastmasters to improve our communications and leadership skills, and Toastmasters gives us a fantastic venue to practice both these avenues. Toastmasters New Year began July 1. Just as you might reflect on your goals and aspirations for your life on January 1, you should also do this for yourself on Toastmaster New Years...... What are your goals this year? Is it time to finish up that Competent Communicator manual you've been working on? Have you thought about bringing your Competent Leader Manual with you to every meeting and start getting credit for all the meeting roles you've taken on? The great thing about Toastmasters is we all get to learn and develop at our own pace in a positive learning environment. BUT, you have to set your goals! I hope all of you have at least one Toastmaster milestone in your plan for this year. I'm excited for this year, as we've assembled a wonderful team of helpful people. Just to demonstrate their commitment; last year we had area and division governor training, then a makeup session. This year, we don't need a makeup session as the ENTIRE GROUP, with only one exception, attended the first round of training! Now that is exciting! You'll see the list of Area and Division Governors later on in the newsletter. In addition to the great team that will help you out this year, there are some exciting new programs Toastmasters in our District have been working on. My particular favorite is the DTM mentoring program, which you will read about a little later in the newsletter. This newsletter will be coming out monthly, and will help guide and inform you though out this year. If there is something you'd like to see added, or a story that may be helpful to you, please let us know? Chances are, if you think it would benefit you, it would benefit other Toastmasters as well. You can email Keith Feador and myself for items you'd like in the newsletter. While I type this, I hear the music from the beginning of Bugs Bunny playing in my head, and I think that song would serve as a good wrap up for this first letter of introduction. The final line says "Oh what heights we'll hit...... On with the show this is it! Good luck in all your Toastmaster endeavors this year.
Dave Wiley
District Governor, District 10. wiley@mayfran.com |
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Lieutenant Governor of Education & Training Introduction
 Deonna Gene Moore, DTM, is honored and humbled to serve as District 10 Lieutenant Governor, Education and Training! Service and giving back are characteristics that encompasses her life, especially to an organization that has allowed her to produce growth in communication and leadership. Her vision for the district is "to produce highly qualified and outstanding leaders and communicators through quality training and preparation according to the mission of Toastmasters". Deonna has been a member of Toastmasters since April, 2008. Since that time, she attained her Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) designation, and has served in several officer roles at club and district levels. A second DTM designation with a target completion date of 2/2012 is in process. Deonna holds memberships in several clubs (Westside Advanced, Eastside Advanced, Soapbox Speakers), and serves as Club President for Toast of the North Coast club in Brooklyn. A life-long resident of Cleveland Heights, Deonna in heavily involved in the community, holding memberships in several community-based and service organizations. She is a Graduate of The University of Akron and Case Western Reserve University - Weatherhead School of Management. Deonna Gene Moore, DTM Lieutenant Governor of Education and Training Toastmasters International - District 10 P: 216.469.9707 E: msdeonnagene@sbcglobal.net |
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Lieutenant Governor of Marketing Introduction
 Hello Everyone, For those who do not know me my name, is Tony, and I am the new Lieutenant Governor Marketing for District 10. I have been a Toastmaster since June 2003. Last year I served the district as Area 54 Governor, was a President for a club and Sergeant at Arms for another. I am presently a member of 2 clubs and still hold an officer position in both. My goal is to help District 10 meet all of the expectations set forth by Toastmasters International and more. My wish is to take the organization across the path of people or groups who need what we have to offer but are unaware of it. Of course, my other wish is to serve each and every one of you to the best of my abilitiy. I hope to meet or talk to as many of you as possible and spur you to better heights in your Toastmaster life. Until our paths cross, be safe, and remember everyday that you wake up is a chance to enrich your life or another person who comes accross your path. Sincerely,
Tony Green CTM Lieutenant Governor Marketing - District 10 acgitsme@yahoo.com |
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Contest Semi-Finals
Congratulations to Larry Szczepanski (Talk of the Town Toastmasters) for advancing to the semi-final rounds of the World Championship of Public Speaking being held in Las Vegas, NV. Larry will be one of eighty two contestants competing to make it to the final round of nine contestants. Out of this final round will be the World Champion of Public Speaking. The semi-finals take place on August 18, 2011 and more information can be found at the Toastmasters International website here. Much success to Larry as he competes in Las Vegas and makes District 10 proud. |
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District 10 Officers
The district 10 officer team has been posted to the District 10 website along with respective contact information. The club officer page can be reached here.
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District 10 Calendar
District 10 now has a new interactive calendar located on our website. Important dates for the upcoming year have been posted. The calendar can be reached here.
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New Look to District 10 Website
New Look to Website.
You may have noticed when you linked to the District 10 Website, it has a new look.
Webmaster Brian Tomko has been hard at work preparing an improved Website.
Additionally, in the next couple of weeks, the District 10 Website will sport the new Toastmaster Branding. Stay tuned.
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Realignment of Clubs
The following clubs within the district have been realigned for the 2011 - 2012 year: Old Area 12 - New Area 11 8023 Central (Akron) Advanced Club 151 Akron Club Old Area 11 - New Area 12 7479 White Pond Toastmasters 1085163 Sterling Old Area 33 - New Area 30 6259 Ashland Appleseed Club Old Area 30 - New Area 31 1421377 Munson Talks Old Area 41 - New Area 40 3526 Aerospace Club |
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DTM Mentorship Program
District 10 announces formation of DTM mentorship program.
District 10 is the only Toastmasters district in the world putting in place a DTM mentorship program. Much like the mentorship program for new members, DTM mentors are here to support your efforts and remove obstacles from your path to success. Our DTM Mentors are ready to step up and provide you with the support you need to join the ranks of DTM.
Are you:
Thinking about getting your DTM but don't know where to start?
Struggling to select a High Performance Leadership project?
Unable to find a club to sponsor, mentor or coach?
Unsure of how to become part of the District leadership team?
Our DTM Mentors can:
Help you map out a plan and timeline.
Provide the guidance and advice you are seeking.
Remove obstacles along your way.
Share their experience and expertise.
Be your personal coach and cheering section!
To get started, simply send an e-mail to District 10 DTM Mentorship Chair, Marsha Friedman
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Fall Conference Details
Save the Date!
The District 10 Fall Conference will be Saturday, November 19th at the Westlake Holiday Inn.
World Champion of Public Speaking Lashunda Rundles will be our Keynote for this quality event.
As always, the fall conference will feature the Humorous Speaking and Table Topics Competitions.
Your Fall Conference Chairs, Walter McCormick and Greg Danko, are recruiting their team now!
There will be a speaker application page up on the District 10 website soon if you are interested in being one of the nine speakers.
Check back often for updated information and registration information.
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Highlights and Happenings
HIGHLIGHTS:
August 1st
Eastside Advanced (934375) celebrated their 5th anniversary as a club on Monday, August 1st. The membership came out in full force, enjoying quite the buffet of items, including some fabulous desserts from culinary student Rick Harchar. Deonna Moore and Janice Sewell gave the group new perspectives on life with their inspiring speeches, and Betsy Coss produced a packet of cartoon clippings that all were invited to elaborate on during table topics.
August 8th
Wings to Fly (1553591) hosted an information session on August 8th and received their club charter. Welcome to the district Wings to Fly! Wings to Fly is a city club. They meet at Cleveland Hopkins Airport.
In the picture from left to right: Madeline Corchado(Club Secretary), Oakland Lewis (Club Sponsor), Kathryn Foster (V.P of Education), Dave Wiley (District Governor), Director Ricky Smith, Chief Jeanette Saunders, Cedric Johns (Club President), (Back) Robert Jones (V.P of Membership).
August 11th
Nordonia Hills Gaveliers (912) hosted an open house. It was described by Mark Kwasny on the Facebook District 10 page as a great evening and they hope to pick up a couple of members from the successful event.
August 11th
Westside Word Warriors (3578) hosted a pot luck at 6:30pm at the Cuyahoga County Public Library, North Olmsted Branch. There was a packed house as Mary Ann Burrows and John Buck told their stories about Toastmasters. A giant box of items played party to numerous table topics participants. Westside Word Warriors has been doing a great job of rebuilding after moving venues. If you are in the North Olmsted area, check out their club every other Thursday evening. You won't be disappointed.
August 13th
The Citadel of Hope Club (5923) had an open house and invited all on the District 10 Facebook page. If you are not a member of the District 10 Facebook page, this is a good way to get information disseminated about your event.
HAPPENINGS:
September 7th
Talk of the Town Toastmasters (2917) is hosting nationally recognized author and business trainer Hal Becker with his speech "Why Persistence is the Most Important Skill You Will Ever Learn." This free event is being held at the Cuyahoga County Library - Maple Heights Branch. Doors open at 6:30pm for networking and the presentation starts promptly at 7:00pm. Please RSVP to Todd Takash (club president) by phone or email.
(216)-903-6356ttakash@att.net More information and biography about Hal Becker can be found here. *********************** If your club is hosting an event, please let the district team know so it can be added to the newsletter!
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