D47 Sunshiner - October, 2013

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Fall Conference Preview FEATURES

Heroes and Villains Cover Conference Team Extraordinaire 3 Meet Our Conference VIPs 13 Contest Finalists 14

Heroes and Villains:

At Fall Conference, All Secrets Will Be Revealed!

By Phyllis May, DTM Fall Conference Chair

AROUND THE DISTRICT

From the moment you walk 11 into Cypress Creek Sheraton 21 Suites in Fort Lauderdale for 22 District 47's Fall Conference, you’ll see why we chose DEPARTMENTS “Heroes and Villains” as the Contributors 2 theme. Between the inspired Member Comments 3 costumes and the inspiring For the full conference schedule, visit Messages from the DEC workshops and events, you'll www.toastmastersd47.org.

- District Gov. 4 discover communication and - Lt. Gov. Education and Training 5 leadership powers you never knew you had — with no spider bites or exposure - Lt. Gov. Marketing 6 to radiation from top-secret government research projects.

- Public Relations Officer 7 The Digital District 8 You’ll be greeted by our Division E Hospitality Ambassadors: the Men/Women Club Presidents' Corner 9 in Black! Checking in at the registration desk will give you everything you Memories and Milestones 1 0 need for the weekend, including your very colorful Heroes and Villains September Education Awards 23 conference bag.

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The Friday night kick-off includes the Banner Parade, lots of recognitions and the final round of the District Evaluation Contest. You’ll get your first glimpse of our special guests: Toastmasters International President-Elect Mohammed Murad and 201 2 World Champion of Public Speaking Ryan Avery.

Visit www.toastmastersd47.org and click Resources for Members To top off the evening, Division E’s Hospitality Ambassadors will become our on the homepage — or click here: party masters after dinner. We’ll dance and enjoy other fun from 1 0 p.m. to midnight. Come dressed as your favorite hero or villain and compete in the costume contest.

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OCTOBER CONTRIBUTORS

Speaking of Toastmasters . . .

Chuck Field, CC/CL (“A Toastmaster's

Published by Toastmasters International District 47, Southeast Florida and The Islands of The Bahamas.

Submit articles, questions and comments to sunshiner@toastmastersd47.org.

Success Story”), joined Toastmasters in October 2011 . He has participated in Toastmasters Leadership Institutes and in several conferences and contests. Chuck is vice president public relations for American Express Master Communicators, vice president education for Beacon Point Advanced Toastmasters and a 201 3-1 4 learning master for Toastmasters International.

This is his first article for The Sunshiner.

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Hieu Huynh, DTM (“Visiting Other

Greg Henry, DTM

Worlds”), has been active in Toastmasters since January 2007 and has held officer roles at the club, area, division and district levels. He is the immediate past lieutenant governor education and training for District 47, and in 201 3 he received the Excellence in Education and Training award from Toastmasters International.

Hieu loves visiting other worlds and has been to more than 1 00 Toastmasters clubs.

Michael

Thorn,

DTM

(“Club Presidents' Corner"), president of Boca Raton Advanced Toastmasters, joined his first Toastmasters club in October 2008. Since then, he has been an enthusiastic participant in all aspects of the Toastmasters experience, ranging from speaking to holding a wide variety of club and area officer positions, participating in contests and mentoring other clubs. He strongly believes that Toastmasters is comprised of ordinary people rising to extraordinary levels of accomplishment.

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District Governor

Francis Molina, DTM

Lt. Governor Education and Training Anthony "Tony" Longley, DTM

Lt. Governor Marketing Damien Miller, DTM

District Public Relations Officer Douglas Shachnow, ACG/ALB

District Secretary

Gary Sharp, ATMG/ALB

District Treasurer

District Sergeant At Arms Thomas Plant, ACB/ALB

Immediate Past District Governor Matt Kinsey, DTM

Division Governors Div. A: Marlene Bryan, DTM Div. B: Johnny Segarra, ACB/ALB Div. C: Chim Francisco, DTM Div. D: Patricia Vallejo, ACB/ALB Div. E: John Lazar, DTM Div. F: Jason Springer, DTM Div. I: Curtis Bryan, DTM OTHER DISTRICT OFFICERS TLI Training Coordinator: Antionette Fox, DTM Contest Coordinator: Shantelle Moxie, DTM Fall Conference Chair: Phyllis May, DTM Webmaster: David Clarke, DTM Parliamentarian: Michael Schoen, CTM/ALS Social Media Chair: Ruth Field Beck, ACB/CL Sunshiner Editor: Kate McClare, ACB/ALB

Look for more district roles to be filled in the near future .

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MEMBER COMMENTS

Giving Credit Where It's Due I am thanking David Clarke and Marlene Bryan for their assistance in helping me register for the District 47 Conference.

I had problems registering for the District Conference when I tried to register Monday, September 30. I immediately e-mailed David, our webmaster; Marlene, our Division A governor; and our District TRIO. David and Marlene responded to me on Monday evening. David helped me throughout the registration process.

I know all of our divisions are running full speed ahead, and I am impressed with everyone. I am grateful to be part of our district team. I look forward to being with each and every person who attends our conference and every event I get to attend.

Please let me know if I may serve you.

Toasting You, Ruth Field Beck District 47 Social Media Chair

Conference Team Extraordinaire

Write to Member Comments at sunshiner@toastmastersd47.org.

Interested in joining our Fall Conference team to refine your planning and leadership skills? Contact one of our extraordinary team leaders:

Lt. Governor Education and Training: Tony Longley, DTM –

tlongley@toastmastersd47.org Fall Conference Chair: Phyllis May, DTM – pmay@toastmastersd47.org Promotions and Registration: Division A Governor Marlene Bryan, DTM – mbryan@toastmastersd47.org Decorations: Division B Governor Johnny Segarra – jsegarra@toastmastersd47.org Raffles, Ads and Sponsorships: Division C Governor Chim Francisco – cfrancisco@toastmastersd47.org Programs and Processionals: Division D Governor Patricia Vallejo – pvallejo@toastmastersd47.org Hospitality: Division E Governor John Lazar – jlazar@toastmastersd47.org Presenters and Facilitators: Division F Governor Jason Springer – jspringer@toastmastersd47.org First-Timers: Division I Governor Curtis Bryan – cbryan@toastmastersd47.org OCTOBER 201 3

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MESSAGES FROM THE DISTRICT EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

DISTRICT GOVERNOR

The Main Event: Fall Conference This is it! The final competition level for the Evaluation and Humorous Speech Contests at the 201 3 District 47 Fall Conference. After approximately 1 60 club contests, 34 area contests and seven division contests, the last seven standing will compete for the title of Best District Speaker. It is an honor and privilege to watch these members as they continue to develop their humorous-speaking skills and master the art of evaluation. Who will earn first place in our district contest’s Hall of Fame? Well, you will have to attend our Fall Conference to find out!

Putting a conference together enables members to learn skills they may not normally acquire in a club meeting: planning and execution; project management; critical and creative thinking; team-building; delegation; situational analysis and judgment; time management. Interested in joining the team? Just volunteer when you register online, or contact one of the committee chairs listed on Page 3 of this issue.

Francis Molina, DTM

Our conferences offer various activities for members and non-members alike. The District Council meeting provides an opportunity for club presidents and vice presidents education to have their voice heard by voting on district business. Non-members can learn new skills at our educational workshops. Do you know someone who is interested in Toastmasters? Invite them to the conference! When they see how all Toastmasters in District 47 get together to support and learn from each other, they will want to join, too!

This Fall Conference is particularly special because of our VIPs: International President-Elect Mohammed Murad and 201 2 World Champion of Public Speaking Ryan Avery. They're also featured in this issue.

Registration closes on November 1 . The event is sure to be sold out and no on-site registration will be accepted, so sign up today at the district website: www.toastmastersd47.org.

I can’t wait you see you all there!

Keep Finding the Talent Within,

Francis Molina, DTM Governor, District 47

Francis Molina has been a Toastmaster since 2005, when she joined her Corporate Club as Charter Club President. She has held all club officer positions in her home club and has served District 47 as Area Governor (President's Distinguished Area Governor 2009­2010), Division Governor (President's Distinguished Division Governor and Division Governor of the Year 2010­2011) and High Performance Leadership and TLI Chair.

Contact Francis at fmolina@toastmastersd47.org.

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MESSAGES FROM THE DISTRICT EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

LT. GOVERNOR EDUCATION & TRAINING

Guess Who's Coming to Dinner Fellow Toastmasters, we are just days away from realizing one of the most exciting events on our District’s Calendar: our 201 3 Fall Conference, under the theme “Heroes & Villains." Your dynamic team of district leaders, including area and division governors, are busy knitting the final seams together. The entire production, meanwhile, is being orchestrated by an enthusiastic and creative conference chair, Phyllis May, DTM — also known as “The Fiery Retiree."

No matter how dynamic our cast and how creative our producer, this production cannot succeed without you! Therefore, whether you’re a registered attendee, a volunteer, sponsor, advertiser, session presenter or contestant, I’d like to thank you for your support on behalf of the district’s leadership team and all who are working behind the scenes to ensure our attendees have the most rewarding experience possible.

The educational sessions are designed to make you a better public speaker, a better leader and a better person. There’s the special session for first-timers on Saturday morning. We will welcome almost two dozen new Distinguished Toastmasters (DTMs) during the DTM Walk at the Saturday evening banquet.

Tony Longley, DTM

Then there are the speech contests. At this writing, 1 4 jittery persons are right now trying to calm their nerves as they prepare to compete in the Evaluation Contest and the Humorous Speech Contest. It’s going to be “HOT”!

Who’s coming to dinner? You will come face to face with some outstanding “Heroes” from not only South Florida and The Bahamas but from around the world. You’ll meet and be inspired by Toastmasters International PresidentElect Mohammed Murad, DTM, as well as 201 2 World Champion of Public Speaking Ryan Avery, who is the youngest-ever Toastmasters world champion.

When this publication is released, you’ll only have a few days before registration closes. Act now and register to join us November 8-1 0 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for the big showdown between the “Heroes & Villains."

SEE YOU THERE! Toastfully,

Anthony "Tony" Longley, DTM

Lt. Governor Education and Training, District 47 Tony Longley joined the First Bahamas Branch of Toastmasters Club 1600 in May 1987. He has been a club officer in various roles and has served as a Club President, an Area Governor and a Division Governor. He was named District 47 Division Governor of the Year in 2009­2010. Tony was the District's YLP Chair for South Florida and The Bahamas in 2010­2011 and Public Relations Officer for 2011­2012. Contact him at tlongley@toastmastersd47.org.

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MESSAGES FROM THE DISTRICT EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

LT. GOVERNOR MARKETING

Wanted: More Heroes for Our Team!

The past few weeks have been rather exciting for the marketing team. We have been busy making plans to improve the district’s services to you. I want to review some of these milestones so that you can follow our work:

New Marketing Chairs Established: There are some 28 positions in marketing

and many of them have been filled. We are still looking for more talent, however, and need YOU. If you feel that you are a model Toastmaster who can be the face of District 47 and your division, please contact us to become part of our dynamic team today. Keep on the lookout as we regularly announce new marketing chairs.

The District Leadership Library: An integral part of our vision to create a

Damien Miller, DTM

successful transition of leadership is our challenge to create an electronic library of documents, form, guides and templates that will be available for leaders at the club, area and division levels. We wish to continually equip our leadership with the tools needed to excel in their roles. Would you like to be a part of this growing movement? Contact us today for more details.

The District Source: A tremendous amount of data has to be constantly disseminated to all leaders by a large number of district chairs. In that stead, we are proud to introduce The District Source. This document will be sent monthly; it will present announcements, updates, periodicals and notices in a visually appealing way and will encourage greater participation from the leadership. Would you like to be a part of this growing movement? Contact us today for more details.

The District Services Desk: A new feature for our conferences, this is a special desk at both conferences that serves as a helpful portal of information, tips and guides for the members in attendance. This will enable delegates to sign up as coaches, sponsors and mentors and to volunteer for other leadership opportunities.

Please be reminded that marketing incentives are currently in full swing and they provide many opportunities for your club, area and division to benefit and grow from top achievement. Challenge, yourself, your club and your colleagues to achieve these incentives and gain rewards for your clubs!

See you in a few weeks with the new marketing team!! We cannot wait to serve you and develop a plan with your help to ensure the District’s success in the coming years!

Damien Miller

Lt. Governor Marketing, District 47 Damien Miller has been an avid member of Toastmasters clubs in Florida and The Bahamas since June 2002. His leadership positions have included a term as a President’s Distinguished Area Governor for 2006­2007 and chair of the 2012 Fall Conference, which successfully returned to The Bahamas under his direction and that of a dedicated team of committee members from throughout the District. Contact Damien at dmiller@toastmastersd47.org.

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MESSAGES FROM THE DISTRICT EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

Read All About It: Building Trust Aha! One of the benefits of Toastmasters membership is receiving our organization’s magazine, Toastmaster, every month. I’ve found the articles, advice and ideas in every issue a valuable adjunct to practice and evaluation at regular meetings.

There are two articles that stand out in my mind for their particularly important advice. While on the surface they address two different subjects, they both conclude touching on the same theme: rapport and trust.

Jack Vincent’s article in the December 201 2 issue, “Pitching Trust,” focuses on the most critically important ingredient in speaking to convince, whether asking a prospect to buy a product (my own experience) or an executive committee to Douglas Shachnow, ACG/ALB buy into a plan or strategy devised by a co-worker. While describing a product’s features, functions, design and versatility is essential, the deal falls apart where trust has not been earned. This means tuning in to an individual’s personal “wavelength,” getting access to his thinking, needs and preferences, all by listening, observing reactions and asking questions. Only connecting like this fosters trust. Whether a buyer realizes it consciously or not, when he buys the product or service, he’s also buying into an ongoing relationship with the company behind it. Trust is essential.

A second article, by Allen Schoer of the TAI Group consulting firm, appeared a few months earlier, this one focusing on the dynamics and ingredients of storytelling. Schoer recalls the “3 R's” from our earliest days of school, and points out that the “3 I's” are equally important in storytelling: I nvitation (what advertising executives call “teasers” that draw listeners’ immediate attention); I magination, the component that excites listeners’ minds to possibilities (like JFK’s talk about putting a man on the moon and bringing him back safely); and I mpact, Schoer using the word to mean how the content connects with listeners on an intellectual or emotional level. Or both. When we consider this more closely, we realize this is another manifestation of trust and rapport so essential in selling.

As we go through life, there are many things we come to know or understand intuitively but are sometimes unsure of. Sometimes, when it is verbalized in speech or writing by someone else in a way that confirms our thoughts, we experience “Aha” moments. I’ve found quite a few over the last couple of years in my monthly Toastmaster magazine. If you haven’t been giving your copy much attention, I’d suggest it deserves more. It may lead you to quite a few “Ahas” of your own.

Sincerely,

Douglas Shachnow, ACG/ALB

Public Relations Officer, District 47 Douglas Shachnow joined West Boca Toastmasters in February 2010 and has served that club as Vice President Public Relations and Vice President Education. He also has been an active member of Sensor Toast.

Contact Douglas at dshachnow@toastmastersd47.org.

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THE DIGITAL DISTRICT

Sharing Special Events

By Ruth Field Beck, ACB/CL Social Media Chair, District 47

Contests and conferences often provide opportunities to be on-site reporters and photographers, providing information and service to and from the club and district.

This works well with social media. District members have primarily used Facebook, with some use of Twitter. District 47 webmasters also have posted photos and information on our website.

www.toastmastersd47.org Facebook: Connect with large Ruth Field Beck, ACB/CL

The hashtag #tmd47 is reserved on Twitter for District 47 to assist members and friends to see the tweets (posts). Area Governor Chris Shields, head photographer for the 201 3 Spring Conference, initiated the use of the application Bizzabo during the conference.

District 47 Lt. Governor Marketing Damien Miller is initiating the use of the application Wassup for the 201 3 Fall Conference.

Pinterest, Instagram and LinkedIn also are beneficial sites.

groups or single individuals

Twitter: Quick connection with large groups. Fewer Toastmasters are using it.

Photos are fast ways to tell a story while capturing memories for attendees and engaging the attention of viewers. A slideshow of a recent event is a fun way to begin or end a meeting, or even as members arrive before the meeting. Photos and special stories may stoke decisions to attend future events, motivating friends and family to visit and join Toastmasters. Many relationships are enhanced when multiple friends or family members are involved with Toastmasters.

LinkedIn: Network with others in

Photos may not be taken of contestants during competitions, and you must have permission before posting anyone's photo on a social site.

It is more acceptable to post photos of groups — and to be sure the images are as flattering as possible. When in doubt, ask or refrain.

You Tube: Good resource for

Please feel welcome to ask your PR Team, club officers or TRIO if you have any questions.

Vimeo: More professional

Ruth Field Beck joined Toastmasters International in 2008 and is a member of NCCI Toastmasters and Boca Raton Advanced Toastmasters, both in Palm Beach County. She has served as an officer in various capacities and was Area 30 Governor in 2012­13.

Contact Ruth at rbeck@toastmastersd47.org.

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your profession. Not as simple to use as Facebook and Twitter.

MeetUp: Easy way to promote

club events. Free for individuals, but groups must pay to use it. engaging people with videos of speeches and events.

image than You Tube.

Pinterest: Post photos and

images about interests. Not as intuitive to use as Facebook or Twitter.

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CLUB PRESIDENTS' CORNER

The Meaning and Responsibility of Membership

By Michael E. Thorn, DTM President Boca Raton Advanced Toastmasters

How many times have you as club officers and/or toastmasters of the day had to scramble to fill the roles expected for a successful club meeting? This is a common situation, but it, emphatically, should not be. To draw upon a common military training axiom, club members need to “collaborate to graduate.” That is the core value of the Toastmasters experience and should be clearly communicated to and understood by every club member.

Regardless of their status, new or continuing, members need to know that they are expected to contribute on a regular basis to the complete range of club activities.

Similar to the Marine Corps commercial, clubs do not just need member applications . . . they need commitments! This requirement is addressed in the Michael E. Thorn, DTM New Member Ceremony, but it needs to be periodically reinforced. Members should clearly understand, and occasionally be reminded, that the full benefits of the Toastmasters experience are not limited to regular speaking opportunities, but also include participation in the myriad roles to make any meeting successful . . . as well as leading to the completion of the Leadership Track.

This premise bears repeating: Membership in Toastmasters is not just a process of application, but a commitment to the club and its members. It requires sustained involvement in the full range of club activities not just speaking engagements. In turn, this involvement implies regular and sustained attendance at club meetings to generate both personal growth and support of the growth of others.

The common Club Mission Statement includes the phrase “provide a supportive and positive learning experience.”

This experience is not a “lone ranger” effort, but requires the commitment of all club members to achieve. It may involve a form of tough love, but we need to remind our members of their responsibilities and our shared expectations to be successful as individuals and clubs.

Contributors Wanted Club presidents: Share your wisdom with your fellow Toastmasters! "Club Presidents' Corner" needs your advice, insight and ideas on leadership. Send contributions to Kate McClare, editor, at sunshiner@district47.org .

Cultivate Active Listening! Yes, we all have them in our teams/clubs. We call them

"squeaky wheels," "whiners" and "complainers," and we tend to tune them out in a venting session. Active listening allows a leader to discover needs that may not be obvious to the untrained ear. Before you click on the "mute" button, pay attention to the keywords used and identify coaching and training opportunities that will oil even the "squeakiest” of them all.

— Francis Molina, DTM Governor, District 47

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MEMORIES AND MILESTONES

A Great Loss to Our District Family

District 47 suffered a sudden and tragic loss with the passing of Vivian Johnson, DTM, in October.

Toastmaster Johnson was an active member and lleader in the Toastmasters organization for more than 20 years. She was a club mentor and received her prestigious DTM award at the Fall Conference in Nassau, The Bahamas, in November 201 2.

The district also extends condolences to Area 63 Governor Antoinette Lotmore on the loss of her sister in October; and to Heather Mahoney, Area 1 2 governor and president of Gelfand Good Morning Toastmasters in Hollywood, whose mother passed away in October.

Remembering Vivian Top: Vivian Johnson takes the minutes at a meeting of ET Communicators.

Left: Vivian's portrait hangs above the Distinguished Toastmaster's friends from Club 1095 and E.T Communicators, who had gathered for her memorial service.

Share Life's Important Moments Cathy足Alice Koyanagi, CC/CL, reports on notable events in the lives of the District 47 family: births, deaths and other significant occasions.

To request an announcement in the column, send an e足 mail to cakoyanagi@gmail.com. If you wish to have a

condolence or congratulatory card mailed, please include the recipient's mailing address (not for publication).

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AROUND THE DISTRICT: News and Notes

Training Appointments Announced

Two experienced leaders have joined the District 47 Training Team, announced Lt. Governor Education and Training Tony Longley:

High Performance Leadership Chair: David Jess, DTM

Over the years, David has held many club officer positions, including president.

He has been an area governor and Division B governor and has served District 47 as Club Dues chair and Realignment chair.

“During this time, I could see many people missing the opportunity to learn from this program,” he said. “The importance of the HPL is you can enhance your leadership skills from the project process. Anyone can earn their HPL and that’s my vision.”

David explained that HPL is a five-project program offering instruction and practice in several leadership skills and activities, such as developing a mission and vision, goal-setting and planning, identifying values and building a team. “If you’ve done a big project for Toastmasters or even in your personal life, you may have already done an HPL and just didn’t know it.”

David Jess, DTM

Distinguished Toastmaster Chair: Terrance Pratt, DTM

Terrance Pratt joined First Bahamas Branch of Toastmasters (Club 1 600) in 1 994 to improve his communication and leadership skills and to network with other young professionals in The Bahamas. Since then he has joined several other clubs, for which he has served as secretary, vice president public relations and president. He has been Division I secretary and Area 55 governor.

“As DTM chair,” he said, “I hope to encourage more Toastmasters to work toward their DTM, the highest achievement in the Toastmasters program.

Many Toastmasters leave the program after completing the Competent Communication manual, and others concentrate only on the communication Terrance Pratt, DTM aspects of Toastmasters, neglecting the leadership track. I hope to encourage members to take full advantage of all the benefits of Toastmasters so that they are not just better Toastmasters, but better employers, employees, spouses, friends and better people!

“Making the DTM walk is an exhilarating, proud feeling that every Toastmaster should experience,” he continued.

“And this year, I hope that more do!

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CONFERENCE PREVIEW: From Page 1 Saturday Morning and Afternoon

Conference Presenters

Starting early Saturday, you will be able to choose from 11 educational sessions throughout the day.

As The Sunshiner was finalized, the following speakers were scheduled to present workshops (subject to change):

At noon, we'll get together for the Super Hero Power Lunch. At conferences, the Saturday luncheon is always about recognitions — but this one has some surprises that can’t be publicized.

We can tell you, however, that President-Elect Murad will be speaking.

Adele Alexandre: “Train Yourself to Prep a Speech

After lunch, district officers will convene in the Business Meeting. Anyone can attend, but it is intended especially for club presidents and vice presidents education. Alternatively, you can choose from four more educational workshops.

Shannon Chamberlain : “How to Be a HERO to Your Audience

Saturday Night

Attire is “dressy” for Saturday night’s event, which features the final round of the Humorous Speech Contest and the event many wait for: the DTM Walk recognizing our newest Distinguished Toastmasters.

After dinner, the banquet room will be converted into the fun room, planned by Division E. We’ll have a couple from the Fred Astaire dance school teach a little ballroom technique. The music and fun will continue until midnight.

Raffle tickets and baskets will be chosen on both nights.

Sunday Morning

You might think it’s over — but you’d be WRONG! Our 201 2 world champion, Ryan Avery, will present a "not to be missed” session Sunday morning.

At the end of the conference, approximately 300 people will head back to their homes….weary but pumped after a weekend of meeting new friends, seeing old ones and learning new things to take back to their clubs.

I look forward to seeing all kinds of heroes and villains in just a few days.

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in 45 Minutes”

Dr. Larry Benovitz: “No Re-do…Finding the Talent Within” Leonardo Burrows : “Success to the Rescue” and Stop Your Internal VILLAINS From Getting in the Way”

David Clarke and Barbara Strasdas

“Confessions of a Chief Judge…Conducting a Fair Contest”

Joseph Duerr: “Methods of Change” Brooke Samples : “What They Didn’t Teach You in

SUPERHERO School…A Guide to Your First Professional Gig!”

Jaquetta Cook: “The 5-Minute Makeover” John Schneyer: “I Don’t Know What to Talk About!”

Mary Lou Williams : “Heroes and Villains…Essential Components of Storytelling!”

Franklyn Wynder: "The Magic of Youth Leadership Programs!”

Ready for More Conference?

Spring Conference will be here before we know it. The weekend will include the district finals of the 201 4 International Speech and Table Topics contests. Mark your calendar for the division finals: Division A: March 22 Division B: March 29 Division C: March 1 5 Division D: March 1 5 Division E: March 22 Division F: March 27 Division I: March 26 OCTOBER 201 3

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Meet Our Conference VIPs Keynote Speaker: Mohammed Murad, DTM International President-Elect Mohammed Murad, DTM, of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is an entrepreneur and managing director of three companies. He holds an MBA and a master's degree in quality management from the University of Wollongong in New South Wales, Australia.

He is also a graduate of the City of Dubai’s Leadership Development Program and has received training at Harvard, the London Business School and the Singapore School of Government.

"People are often judged as heroes or villains by others, but little do they realize that they are only either of these to themselves at different times. The key to success is to be a hero to ourselves."

— Mohammed Murad, DTM , to The Sunshiner

A dedicated Toastmaster since 1 996, Murad is a member of the Toastmasters Dubai Chapter club in Dubai. He has held a number of high-profile leadership positions within the organization and has attained Distinguished Toastmaster designation — the highest level of educational achievement in the organization. Murad says Toastmasters will always be important in his life. “I am excited by the opportunity to give back to the organization that has given me so much," he says.

As International President-Elect, Murad is a “working ambassador” for the organization. He works with the Board to develop, support and modify the policies and procedures that guide the organization in fulfilling its mission.

— Toastmasters International

Special Guest: Ryan Avery, ACB/ALB 201 2 World Champion of Public Speaking At age 25, Ryan Avery became the youngest World Champion of Public Speaking in history. He competed against more than 30,000 Toastmasters from 11 6 countries to claim the 201 2 World Championship title.

Ryan is the co-founder of AveryToday, Inc., and managing partner at How to Be a Speaker, LLC. He helps aspiring speakers create and deliver their message.

Ryan enjoys working with students and young professionals who want to discover their true potential and communicate in a way that makes a difference. His clients include Nike, Toyota, Nissan, Safeway, Bank of America and more.

A graduate of Colorado State University, Ryan is an Emmy Award-winning journalist who has been featured on CNBC, FOX, the Epoch Times and other popular media outlets. He co-wrote the new book, Speaker, Leader, Champion: How to Succeed at Work Through Public Speaking, which is scheduled for release in February 201 4.

To learn more about Ryan Avery, visit www.howtobeaspeaker.com.

You can follow Ryan on Twitter at AveryToday.

— Official biography, Ryan Avery

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FEATURES: Humorous Speech and Evaluation Contests

Division A Winners

A funny thing happened on the way to the District 47 Fall Conference . . . the amazing performances of club and area finalists in the Evaluation and Humorous Speech contests.

Division finalists, shown here and on the next pages, will compete November 8 and 9 for the District 47 crown in each contest. May the best speaker and evaluator win!

Above: Evaluation winner Maria Alexandra Sanchez with Contest Master Lydia Harris, Division A Governor Marlene Bryan and Lt. Governor Marketing Damien Miller.

Left: Humorous Speech winner Jerrod Clersaint with Lydia Harris, Marlene Bryan and Damien Miller.

(Photos by Paul Benasio)

Division A Contestants Area 1 0 Evaluation

Cynthia Lopez, American Express Tech Talkers

Humorous Speech

Carrie Hall, Weston Toastmasters

Area 11 Evaluation Maria Alexandra Sanchez, FCC Toastmasters Humorous Speech Terry Spencer, Davie Toastmasters 14

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Area 1 2 Evaluation

Kenny Davin, Hollywood Toastmasters; runner-up Mariposa Valdes, Gelfand Good Morning Toastmasters, competed.

Humorous Speech

Anita Fain Taylor, Gelfand Good Morning Toastmasters

Area 1 3 Evaluation

Verna Roberts, Universal Toastmasters

Humorous Speech Jerrod Clersaint, Universal Toastmasters Area 1 4 Evaluation

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FEATURES: Humorous Speech and Evaluation Contests

Division B Winners

Right: Evaluation winner Jeanine Kinsey with Contest Master and Area 21 Governor John Labriola, Division B Governor Johnny Segarra and District 47 Governor Francis Molina.

Below right: Humorous Speech winner Jason Bank with John Labriola, Johnny Segarra and Francis Molina.

(Photos by Marie Rock)

Division B Contestants Area 20 Evaluation: Jeanine Kinsey, Givers Gain Toastmasters Humorous Speech: George Gobin,

Latamasters; runner-up Maria Gaffud, Pompano Beach Toastmasters, competed.

Area 21 Evaluation: Scott May, Early Bird Toastmasters Humorous Speech: Mary-Helen Whitney, Broward Bilingual Toastmasters; runner-up Andres Gunther, Greater Fort Lauderdale Toastmasters, competed.

Area 22 Evaluation: Sarah Iles, Broward Palm Beach Talking Heads

Humorous Speech: Joseph Karl, Broward Palm Beach Talking Heads Area 23 Evaluation: Malcolm Davidson, Sawgrass Toastmasters

Humorous Speech: Jason Bank, Sawgrass Toastmasters

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Area 24 Evaluation: No contestant* Humorous Speech: Irma Parone, Outspoken Toastmasters * Fred Segal, Club Awesome, won the Area 24 Evaluation Contest but did not compete for the Division B title.

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FEATURES: Humorous Speech and Evaluation Contests

Division C Winners Left: Evaluation winner Judy Joffe with Lt. Governor Education and Training Tony Longley and Division C Governor Chim Francisco.

Below: Humorous Speech winner Donald Kelly with Tony Longley and Chim Francisco.

(Photos by Liza Arrondo)

Division C Contestants Area 30 Evaluation

Laura Thomas, Palm Beach Noon Toastmasters

Humorous Speech

Rich Alexander, Delray Newsmakers

Area 31 Evaluation

John Schneyer, Boca Raton Toastmasters and WCR Palm Beaches Noon Toastmasters

Humorous Speech

Nina Fernandez, Boca Raton Toastmasters and Boca Raton Advanced Toastmasters

Area 32 Humorous Speech Donald Kelly, Sensor Toast Evaluation Judy Joffe, NCCI Toastmasters and Boca Raton Advanced Toastmasters 16

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Area 33 Humorous Speech

Michelle Balaun, Boca Raton Advanced Toastmasters and West Boca Toastmasters

Evaluation

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Division D Winners

Right: Evaluation winner George Kleine with Lt. Governor Education and Training Tony Longley and Division D Governor Patricia Vallejo.

Below right: Tony Longley and Patricia Vallejo with Humorous Speech winner Charles Schneider.

(Photos by Alex Perdomo and Kevin Zhu)

Division D Contestants Area 40 Evaluation

Mitchell Kershener, Port St. Lucie Toastmasters

Humorous Speech

Mary Phipps, Sailfish Speakers

Area 41 Evaluation

Ed Korkowski, High Voltage Voices

Humorous Speech

Doug Coenson, High Voltage Voices

Area 42 Evaluation

Cara Smith, Power-Full Voices

Humorous Speech Charles Schneider, Secured Speakers

Area 43 Evaluation George Kleine, Gold Coast Toastmasters Humorous Speech Terry Burns, Gold Coast Toastmasters

Area 44 Evaluation

Wanda Simpson, Freddy's Forum

Humorous Speech

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FEATURES: Humorous Speech and Evaluation Contests

Division E Winners

Left: Humorous Speech winner Mike Babst with Division E Governor John Lazar and Lt. Governor Marketing Damien Miller.

Below: Evaluation winner Jordan Vichot with John Lazar and Damien Miller.

(Photos by Rainier W. Madruga)

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Division E

Area 50 Evaluation: Gail Seay Humorous Speech: Myles Battla

Area 53 Evaluation: Nancy Martini Humorous Speech: Sandy Liebowitz;

Contestants

Area 51 Evaluation: Jordan Vichot Humorous Speech: Jerry Ratigan

Area 54 Evaluation: Fasil Malik; runner-up Joe

Area 52 Evaluation: Clare Merlo Humorous Speech: Mats Tyloskog

Area 55 Evaluation: Phyllis May Humorous Speech: Mike Babst

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runner-up Tony Scornavacca competed.

Russo competed.

Humorous Speech: Nancy Cano

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Division F Winner

Right: Sharine Symonette, winner of both Evaluation and Humorous Speech.

Below right: Sharine with (from left) Lt. Governor Education and Training Tony Longley, Division F Governor Jason Springer, District 47 Governor Francis Molina, Lt. Gov. Marketing Damien Miller, Contest Chair Sheral Barr.

(Photos by Rashad Flowers)

Division F Contestants Area 60 Evaluation

Jamere McIntosh, Healing Communicators

Humorous Speech

Melissa Knowles, Healing Communicators

Area 61 Evaluation Sharine Symonette, Cable Beach West Toastmasters Humorous Speech Sharine Symonette, Cable Beach West Toastmasters OCTOBER 201 3

Area 62 Evaluation

Spurgeon Nelly, Trailblazers

Humorous Speech

Area 63 Evaluation

Anastarcia Huyler, Great Persuaders of Atlantis

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FEATURES: Humorous Speech and Evaluation Contests

Division I Winners Left: Humorous Speech winner Andre Dean Below: Evaluation winner Carlos Palacious

Division I Contestants Area 90 Evaluation : Carlos Palacious Humorous Speech: Chervez Brown Area 91 Evaluation : Carl Culmer Humorous Speech : Vincent Rahming Area 92 Evaluation : Alexia Coakley Humorous Speech : Shari Johnson Area 93 Evaluation : Jamaro Thompson Humorous Speech: Andre Dean Area 94 Evaluation : Nikal Fernander Natalie Russell

Humorous Speech : 20

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AROUND THE DISTRICT: OUR FELLOW TOASTMASTERS

Exploring Life in Other Worlds

By Hieu Huynh, DTM

Have you ever been to another planet?

Well, you don’t have to be an astronaut to explore other worlds. Other clubs may seem worlds apart from your own, but we share a common bond. All the Toastmasters you see at the trainings, contests and conferences come from these strange worlds. What’s not strange are the friendly faces and warm greetings.

The differences are what make each world unique. Besides different speakers and different speeches, you will see variations on the other roles. Some clubs have joke masters, body language monitors, raffle masters, or videographers for recording speeches. Others have educational moments or round-robin evaluations. In South Florida, we have clubs that operate in other languages: Spanish, Portuguese and Chinese. To point out a speaker’s crutch words, I have heard bells, clickers, squeaky toys and buckets of nails (you get to hear them in other languages too).

These other worlds may have special events to welcome you. In June at Sunset Speakers Toastmasters, we had visitors come to our 1 5th-anniversary Great Gatsby event, where we dressed up like it was the Roaring 20’s. In September at Palm Beach Advanced Toastmasters, we celebrated Talk Like A Pirate Day dressed up like pirates.

It doesn’t have to be a costume or theme event to be special. In September, Beacon Point Advanced Toastmasters held an Open House with a special treat: complimentary wine at the end of the meeting (the club held its event at Total Wine & More)!

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You never know what you'll find when you visit another club. Palm Beach Advanced Toastmasters (above) had a swashbuckling meeting on Talk Like a Pirate Day, and Sunset Speakers showed guests a roaring (20s) good time at their Great Gatsby event (below).

Of course, the main treats are the speeches. One of the most memorable speeches I have heard was at the Open House event of Palm City Orators in September. The speaker at this event talked about how Toastmasters has changed his life, both professionally and personally. At the end of this speech, he had the audience on their feet with his conclusion: a marriage proposal! By the way, she said yes (and so did the guests when asked to join the club)!

So there is life out there! Which world will you explore next? And what experience will you bring back to your world?

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AROUND THE DISTRICT: FINDING THE TALENT WITHIN

A Toastmaster's Success Story

By Chuck Field, CC/CL Toastmasters Learning Master

Does Toastmasters equal success? This is a question many of us ask ourselves and each other.

There are over 1 4,000 clubs and over 290,000 members around the world, and every one of us measures our successes differently. There are some stories, however, that can’t be argued.

There are some Toastmasters who make a definite connection between their activity in a club and their personal success. This is the story of just one of those successes.

Debbie Kest started her career at American Express over 20 years ago, at the Plantation service center. Like many, she tried her hand at Toasting success: Beacon Point Advanced Toastmasters members different positions, from card account servicing Kristine Kihlberg, Debbie Kest, Chuck Field and Lydia Harris.

(Photo by Kate McClare) to credit servicing.

In 2009, her current position, reviewing statements, was in the process of being outsourced. She transferred, yet again, to a new department: Reconciliation. After two years perfecting her skills at the job, she set new goals and found the courage to approach her director about a position as training coach. The meeting did not go well.

“I was very shy, had no eye contact and stuttered a bit because I was nervous,” Debbie recalls. “How could I even think about being a coach if I could not even have a simple conversation with someone?”

A week later, Debbie met with her director again. He gave her a list of suggested goals to complete, before pursuing the coaching position. The first item on the list? Join Toastmasters.

“I looked at him with a blank stare and thought he wanted me to make toasters! I just couldn't believe it that he wanted me to go to a public speaking meeting!”

Debbie made that first leap into the unknown. A week later, she visited the Sawgrass Toastmasters, where she met Orly Amor, the club’s Vice President Membership. Orly took Debbie under her wing and encouraged her to move forward. Debbie joined the following week.

Three weeks later, Debbie broke through her first Toastmasters barrier: She presented her Ice Breaker. She came to the realization that, if she could make it through that challenge, she could achieve anything. She continued to report back to her director. “He was so proud of me for taking this huge step forward in my development,” she says.

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Success Story: From Previous Page

A few months later, she applied for and earned the coaching position. But that was not the end of her Toastmasters journey. Not by a long shot.

In 2011 , she applied yet again for a new position. This time, her goal was to become an analyst. “Because of my continued Toastmasters growth, I rocked my interview and earned the promotion!”

She arrived at her new work location, in Weston. A friendly new co-worker, Samantha O’Neil, introduced herself as a Toastmaster. “I found a common ground with a perfect stranger who I now call my friend.”

In December, 2011 , Debbie and Samantha chartered a new corporate club: American Express Master Communicators. “It was a life-changing experience in which I grew even more from the challenge,” Debbie says. “I then decided that I wanted to pursue the Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) award. I had many mentors and friends, including Samantha, Lynda Hammond, and Lydia Harris, to guild and support me on my DTM path.”

Debbie finished the 201 2-201 3 year as a Distinguished Area Governor (Division A, Area 1 0). Just this year, only four years after joining Toastmasters, she earned that DTM award.

“I finally had the confidence, leadership and communications skills to post for a position as a marketing compliance analyst. This was a huge opportunity and promotion for me.”

Many American Express employees had applied for the position, but Debbie nailed the interview. “I put into action everything that I have been practicing and learning in Toastmasters for the last four years,” she says.

A few weeks later, she received the news that she was being offered the position. The hiring manager even provided Debbie with positive feedback about her Toastmasters experiences.

“I absolutely credit Toastmasters for my success,” she says. “Joining Toastmasters four years ago taught me the skills of delegating, mentoring, speaking and leadership. To this day, that director still follows my Toastmasters progress and is extremely proud of me for taking my development into my own hands while being a successful DTM! Toastmasters is my YIPPY!”

Celebrate Heroic Milestones in Your Clubs! Our tenure in Toastmasters should be filled with memorable,

positive experiences. We can create these moments simply by celebrating milestones of heroism in our club: • Have the club give a standing ovation for a member's Ice Breaker speech. Present a ribbon and certificate purchased from Toastmasters International or made by the club members.

• Present a certificate for each level of accomplishment.

• Celebrate anniversaries, graduations and birthdays. Have a celebration cake for thee milestones each month.

• Be compassionate when a member is going through a tough time. Phone calls, cards or a show of club solidarity with special services helps us keep the commitment.

Members who experience "moments that matter" like these are our greatest sales managers. They will share memories, invite colleagues to meeetings and support us when they can. Let’s build a strong team of leaders through the special experiences that we create.

— Damien Miller, DTM Lt. Governor Marketing, District 47

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SEPTEMBER EDUCATION AWARDS

CONGRATULATIONS TO THESE TOASTMASTERS… … on earning COMPETENT COMMUNICATOR (CC) Certification: Toastmaster

Abreu, Débora Campos Ceesay, Juliet E Clason, Jay Dawkins-Hanna, Macie E. Du Toit, Rosaura A. Ficarro, Michael David Forbes, Carson L George, Elizabeth Gonzalez, Israel A Ireland, Judy Knowles, Kendrick Percival Kupelnick, Diane Lamont, Edwin Lodge Manchur, Lee W Munnings, Ancin B. Ness, Sue Pineda, Michael Rawls Davis, Gloria A. Seymour, Katina Showell III, Velton W. Smith, Orthnel N. Sumner, D'Andrea M.A. Thomson, Simon Tuozzo, Carmine Von Leu, Leah Vrooman, Jack S.

Date

9/3/201 3 9/1 9/201 3 9/5/201 3 9/29/201 3 9/4/201 3 9/1 8/201 3 9/11 /201 3 9/1 6/201 3 9/9/201 3 9/1 9/201 3 9/29/201 3 9/1 7/201 3 9/20/201 3 9/1 0/201 3 9/25/201 3 9/30/201 3 9/5/201 3 9/1 9/201 3 9/26/201 3 9/1 7/201 3 9/11 /201 3 9/25/201 3 9/1 8/201 3 9/1 2/201 3 9/1 8/201 3 9/1 8/201 3

Club

1 st US Portuguese Toastmasters Achievers Club Doral Toastmasters Cable Beach West Club American Express Tech Talkers American Express Tech Talkers First Bahamas Branch of Toastmasters Sensor Toast Club FIU Business Toastmasters Club General Electric Toasters Cable Beach West Club Boca Raton Noon Toastmasters Club Bill Gove Golden Gavel Club Weston Area Toastmasters Club First Bahamas Branch of Toastmasters Juno How To Talk Doral Toastmasters General Electric Toasters The Soaring Orators of Johnson Park Pembroke Pines Club First Bahamas Branch of Toastmasters RBC Legends The Palm Beach Toastmasters Club Early Bird Club Boca Raton Toastmasters The Palm Beach Toastmasters Club

Club #

Div.

Area

1 450351 2903 861 6796 1 762453 1 762453 1 600 351 8 2662937 21 88229 6796 4207 681 8 5758 1 600 243931 4 861 21 88229 1 227605 6003 1 600 1 305066 1 588575 3659 3299 1 588575

C C E F A A I C E D F C C A I D E D F A I I D B C D

33 33 51 61 10 10 90 32 51 41 61 31 30 10 90 41 51 41 62 11 90 92 43 21 31 43

Club #

Div.

Area

… on earning Advanced Communicator Bronze (ACB) Certification : Toastmaster

Bravim, Luiz Donaldson, Franklyn Dyke, Kathy Knowles, Vanessa Pinder, Tamanique Tyloskog, Mats OCTOBER 201 3

Date

9/6/201 3 9/20/201 3 9/1 0/201 3 9/22/201 3 9/26/201 3 9/1 7/201 3

Club

Davie Toastmasters The Luminaries Miami Advanced Toastmasters Club Cable Beach West Club Freeport Eagles Brickell Toastmasters Club

2508 1 51 0789 2798 6796 1 425 761 9

A I E F I E

11 91 54 61 93 52

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SEPTEMBER EDUCATION AWARDS

CONGRATULATIONS TO THESE TOASTMASTERS… … on earning Advanced Communicator Silver (ACS) Certification: Toastmaster

Brouwer, Elena Cook, Mary Catherine

Date

9/7/201 3 9/1 /201 3

Club

Club #

Div. A B

13 22

Club #

Div.

Area

North Miami Beach Toastmasters Club 3840 First Edition Club 6391 07

Area

… on earning Advanced Communicator Gold (ACG) Certification: Toastmaster

Newbold, Charles Sanchez, Maria Alexandra Young, Pedro

Date

9/11 /201 3 9/1 9/201 3 9/1 7/201 3

Club

First Bahamas Branch Toastmasters Destino Toastmasters First Bahamas Branch Toastmasters

1 600 281 381 6 1 600

I A I

90 11 90

Club #

Div.

Area

… on earning Competent Leader (CL) Certification: Toastmaster

Abreu, Débora Campos Calloway, Jason P. Coakley, Alexia Betty Cohen, Mitchell Da Silva, Flávio Ellerie, Jean Hart, Amanda Hays, Herbert Huyler, Anastarcia Khosravi, Maryam Lenner, Courtney B Madruga, Rainier W. Neff, Alenizia A. Neff, Timothy David Rahming, Vincent J. Richard, Paul Rolle, Nikenya C. Shayne, Michael David Vichot, Jordan

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Date

9/9/201 3 9/20/201 3 9/20/201 3 9/1 8/201 3 9/3/201 3 9/1 2/201 3 9/4/201 3 9/1 2/201 3 9/20/201 3 9/30/201 3 9/1 8/201 3 9/1 6/201 3 9/6/201 3 9/9/201 3 9/24/201 3 9/11 /201 3 9/1 6/201 3 9/1 9/201 3 9/9/201 3

Club

1 st US Portuguese Toastmasters NCCI Toastmasters Cable Revolutionaries Toastmasters Club Paradise 1 st US Portuguese Toastmasters Boca Raton Noon Toastmasters Club Boca Raton Toastmasters Boca Raton Noon Toastmasters Club Great Persuaders Of Atlantis Club Sawgrass Toastmasters Club American Express Tech Talkers Assurant Toastmasters Miami 1 st US Portuguese Toastmasters 1 st US Portuguese Toastmasters Cable Revolutionaries Toastmasters Boca Raton Toastmasters Healing Communicators Club Proud Speakers Club FIU Business Toastmasters Club

1 450351 1 21 6633 2591 529 1 567808 1 450351 4207 C 3299 C 4207 C 8720 F 590751 B 1 762453 1 776255 1 450351 1 450351 2591 529 3299 71 78 2266 2662937

C C I C C 31 31 31 63 23 A E C C I C F B E

33 32 92 31 33

10 54 33 33 92 31 60 21 51

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THESE TOASTMASTERS… … on earning Advanced Leader Bronze (ALB) Certification: Toastmaster

Date

Bowie, Kwame Cook, Jacquetta M. Fletcher, Celia A. Khosravi, Maryam Knowles, Dion Newbold, Charles Spencer, Terry E. Srikant, Satchidanand Wilson, Peggy

9/29/201 3 9/1 7/201 3 9/24/201 3 9/30/201 3 9/1 7/201 3 9/25/201 3 9/1 6/201 3 9/1 8/201 3 9/1 8/201 3

Club

Sensor Toast Club Port St. Lucie Speakers Secure Speakers Toastmaster Club Sawgrass Toastmasters Club First Bahamas Branch of Toastmasters First Bahamas Branch of Toastmasters Davie Toastmasters Voice Of Champions Club Great Persuaders Of Atlantis Club

Club #

Div.

Area

351 8 8437 1 770067 590751 1 600 1 600 2508 7082 8720

C D D B I I A E F

32 40 42 23 90 90 11 50 63

Club #

Div.

Area

… on earning Advanced Leader Silver (ALS) Certification: Toastmaster

Date

Newbold, Ria Christina Srikant, Satchidanand

9/11 /201 3 9/1 8/201 3

Club

E.T. Communicators Voice Of Champions Club

1 050379 7082

F E

63 50

Club #

Div.

Area

… on earning Leadership Excellence (LDREXC) Certification: Toastmaster

Date

Newbold, Ria Christina Plant, Thomas Gray Strasdas, Barbara

9/1 0/201 3 9/4/201 3 9/1 0/201 3

Club

E.T. Communicators Palm City Orators Gold Coast Toastmasters Club

1 050379 81 81 2727

F D D

Club #

Div.

63 41 43

… on reaching the peak: DISTINGUISHED TOASTMASTER (DTM)!

Toastmaster

Newbold, Charles Newbold, Ria Christina Sanchez, Maria Alexandra

Date

9/26/201 3 9/1 6/201 3 9/1 9/201 3

Club

First Bahamas Branch of Toastmasters 1 600 E.T. Communicators 1 050379 Destino Toastmasters 281 381 6

I F A

Area

90 63 11

Communication gets better with AGE:

"Always Get Evaluated." Never pass up an opportunity to be evaluated. Strive to use a Toastmasters manual when giving speeches or conducting leadership projects, so the assigned evaluator can give you effective and constructive feedback. By encouraging members to always use their manuals and ge evaluated, you will not only help your club achieve educational goals but will also help your members' growth.

— Francis Molina, DTM Governor, District 47

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Contest & Conference Review

Nov. 1 4

The Leadership Issue Finding the Talent Within Fall Conference: Heroes & Villains

Resolutions for Results Recruiting Quality Club Leaders The FUN Issue TMI ’s New Education Program Membership Campaigns That Add Up 201 4 Spring Conference District 47 Year in Review

Dec. 1 4 Jan. 1 4 Feb. 1 4 March 1 4 April 1 4 May 1 4 June 1 4 OCTOBER 201 3