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business sector. During an interview, I always What would you share with those who are

mention my involvement with Toastmasters interested in taking on a leadership role next
and how that commitment will continue. Most year?
prospective employers are impressed and Don’t be afraid to step up and become a

accepting of my volunteerism in Toastmasters. Club officer. If you’re like me, you’ll have strong
support from your Club members, and you will
As Division A Director, what is your vision for be happy to help your Club.
the Division this year? Because my fellow Toastmasters in leadership

Being an Area Director last year was a huge roles are very supportive and knowledgeable
learning curve. I came into the role mid-year to people, each of these leadership experiences
fill a vacancy. I had no experience with speech has been rewarding.
contests and didn’t have many established The biggest take-away for me is that all

connections to help me. Fortunately, the few Toastmasters are on the same journey of
connections I had made were able to find others professional and personal development via
to help with roles, and everything worked out camaraderie, support, and learning new roles. A
fine. For this year’s Division Contest, I envision a leadership role in Toastmasters should be seen as

smoother process that starts with supporting the an opportunity for additional growth and FUN!
Area Directors (ADs) with their contests, assisting
them to have a smooth, successful process.
I also want to support the District leadership

in reaching their goals. By encouraging the ADs,
I hope to get more Clubs submitting their Success
Plans and Moments of Truth. I’d especially
like the ADs to garner more Club support for

Pathways.

What are your personal plans and
goals for next year?

I want to increase my competency using the
Zoom platform and to be as active as possible
in support of the D7 Zoom Team.
This year will be my third year as the

Myrtlewood Hootowlers’ VPE. Last year I
presented a Vice President Education (VPE)
Officer Training for TLI and perhaps that
opportunity will come up again this year.

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