2023 District 39 Speech Contest Winners
Congratulations to District 39 Toastmasters International Speech Winners!!! From left to right: Second Place Winner – Guleenna Bakshi First Place – Donnie Crandell Third Place Winner – Mirka Johnson Congratulations to District 39 Evaluation Speech Contest Winners!!! From left to right: Second Place Winner – Cole Garcia First Place Winner – Marcy Johnson Third Place Winner – David Ng
Verity Price – 4 Steps to Write a Winning Speech
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Louisa Davis – The Wow! Factor – Click here
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TLI Keynote Speaker – Louisa Davis DTM, ID
International Director, Region 1 Louisa Davis, DTM, of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, is a learning and communication specialist with Best Buy Canada. She takes care of change management for the large consumer electronics retailer’s merchandising team, providing communications and training on systems, tools, best practices, and leadership development. Davis earned a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Guelph, focusing on tourism and hospitality management. She is a chartered professional in human resources (CPHR), a certified meeting professional (CMP), and holds a certification in meeting management (CMM). She was the 2018-2019 District 96 Toastmaster of the Year and served as District 96 Director when the pandemic hit. A Toastmaster since 2002, Davis is a member of Speak Your Mind Toastmasters, in Vancouver and Be Amazing Toastmasters, Best Buy’s corporate club, in Burnaby. She has held a number of high-profile leadership positions within Toastmasters and has attained the Distinguished Toastmaster designation—the highest level of educational achievement in the organization. “When Toastmasters find their voice and gain the confidence to express themselves without fear or doubt, it transforms them,” said Davis. “This goes well beyond our organization—it empowers people to make a difference in their lives and to, ultimately, change the world.” As a member of the Toastmasters International Board of Directors, Davis is a “working ambassador” for the organization. She works with the Board to develop, support, and modify the policies and procedures that guide Toastmasters International in fulfilling its mission.
In Memory of Helen Goodpaster Rogers
On November 13th Helen Goodpaster Rogers peacefully passed away in her sleep. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her and loved her. Helen joined Speaking From The Heart Toastmasters Club in April of 2017 and has been a member of Toastmasters since April 1, 1998 she was a former member of, Professionally Speaking. She is remembered how she always “stuck to her guns”. Helen was a dedicated, appreciated and honored Toastmaster. As a long term member, she always supported her club and Helen supported the Academic Decathlon. Van Gordon DTM, President of Club 5816 “Speaking From The Heart” wrote: “I first met Helen at a speech contest held in the Sacramento County building on H street, years ago. I became involved with Helen while she was a member of TicToc (Toastmasters in the Community, Toastmasters on Cable) club. Later she joined Speaking From the Heart, which she is still considered a active member. Due to her health, she did not attend the meetings, but fully supported the clubs. She was also a very active supporter of many non profit organizations in the Sacramento area. Helen fully participated in the Jazz Festival each Memorial Day Weekend in Old Sacramento and the California State Fair. Also as you mentioned she was a staunch supporter and worker in the Academic Decathlon. Most people who knew Helen will quickly remember that she always stood her ground, and she wasted no time or used any “political correctness” in telling you so. However, they also may not know that she had the biggest heart ever, and loved to work with kids and offer her assistance to any even if they did not ask. Helen will be missed. -Van Gordon DTM“ Helen touched many Toastmasters over the years and will be remembered by all. Our prayers go out to his family and friends Nancy Potts District 39 Director and Entire District 39 membership
December Toastmasters Leadership Institute and Club Officer Training
Join District 39’s Toastmaster Leadership Institute with keynote, Pres Vasilev, 2013 World Champion of Public Speaking. 9:00AM – 10:15AM: How to Uncover the Glory of Your Story™ [Pres Vasilev] In this interactive storytelling workshop, the 2013 World Champion of Public Speaking Pres Vasilev will reveal the most powerful storytelling secrets. Watch Pres Vasilev’s winning World Championship speech, engage in a dynamic discussion to explore its storytelling secrets, and learn how to craft your own compelling stories. Watch his award winning World Championship of Public Speaking Video: 10:30AM – 11:20AM: How to give an amazing evaluation [Panel Discussion] 11:30AM – 12:00PM: What you need to know about the judges ballot 12:00PM – 12:30PM: Judges ethics and bias 12:30PM – 1:00PM: When you are the Contest Chair December 4, 2021 9:00 AM in Pacific Time (US and Canada) (Time is Pacific, UTC-8) Register for event via Zoom
2021-22 New Club Incentive
In Remembrance of Bert Cooper
Bert Cooper of 20/20 Visionaries passed over the weekend of October 2nd “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of 20/20 Visionaries club member Bert Cooper. Bert has been involved with Toastmasters for numerous years and has been a member of 20/20 Visionaries since 2016. In 2020, Bert was awarded Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM). Bert was a beloved friend and club member whose contributions to his club and to Toastmasters will be greatly missed. David Block 20/20 Visionaries President” Bert joined 20/20 Visionaries in April of 2016 and earned his distinguished Toastmaster Award while in 20/20 Visionaries Toastmasters Club. Bert “was awarded Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) as the crowning point of his Toastmaster’s life.” He was a cherished member of his club and District 39 Toastmasters family. His humor and brilliant smile will continue to lighten our hearts forever. Bert was Division J Area 2 Director 2020-2021. Bert was a dedicated, appreciated and honored Toastmaster and he touched many of us on many levels. “We will all cherish his life with us.” Our prayers go out to his family and friends Nancy Potts District 39 Director and Entire District 39 membership No service is currently scheduled. Cards may be sent to: Heidi Tomlinson 2781 Pickering Way Sacramento, CA 95833.