Attend Rise to the Challenge

Lyle Schellenberg, DTM District 7 Conference Chair

Rise to the challenge of bringing your dreams to life! Do not be discouraged by resistance, be nourished by it. Success is the experience of rising to the level of your true greatness. —Steve Maraboli, International speaker and bestselling author of Life, the Truth, and Being Free.

The District 7 Annual Conference is back and it’s better than ever. Rise to the Challenge offers a mix of networking, learning, and fun. There are opportunities to connect with old friends and make new ones. To combat Zoom Fatigue, the conference is scheduled on three different days.

Thursday, May 13th we kick off the conference with the District 7 Evaluation Contest followed by Trio-Pardy, an original District 7 game that pits one trio member against the other. Who will reign as the champion?

The conference is live with International Presidents. Our own Gary Schmidt served as the 2009-2010 International President. Gary is our Friday night Toastmaster. Our featured speaker is Past International President Jana Barnhill.

Saturday looks much like our in-person conferences. The day begins with our keynote speaker International President, Richard E. Peck, DTM. Cheer our newest batch of Distinguished Toastmasters as they walk across the virtual stage. The District Council meets to elect our new District Leaders. The Five Flavors of Toastmasters will be a fun networking experience. We wrap up the day and the conference with the International Speech Contest.

Why should you attend the conference? To enhance your personal and professional skills. As a leader and conference attendee, you will gain ideas from a diverse group. Ideas to add to your toolbox for use in various settings including home, workplace, and club.

Whether you are a first-time conference attendee or a seasoned Toastmaster, there is something for you. Watch the contestants battle for the title of 1st place and witness the District’s annual business meeting in action. Network or come for the fun. Attend because this District Conference is your District Conference. Did I mention the fun?

Attend all or pick and choose the events that work for you. Leave the conference with renewed inspiration and motivation that you can use to Rise to the Challenge in your home, workplace, or club.