EDUCATIONALS
“Road to Regina – Paving the Way” events are as follows:
Brahm Memone
Leadership Architect
January 6, 2024
Morag Mathieson
TI International President 23-24
February 10, 2024
Verity Price
2021 World Champion of Public Speaking
March 16, 2024
Dr. Jocelyn Tyson
2023 World Champion of Public Speaking
April 13, 2024
KEYNOTE SPEAKER (Friday)
A Risk Too Far (Finding and Testing Your Limits)
Chris Taschuk is an entrepreneur, IT executive and retired engineer, having spent over 30 years building businesses and helping people and organizations succeed. Chris spends his time giving back to the people, organizations, and communities in which he worked. He spreads the rest of his time amongst the many interests he has, including travel, physical fitness, music, politics, language, sports, stories and his family.
Lives are long but can also be short. How do you elevate your own existence, challenge yourself, and decide what is enough and what is too much? What are you willing to risk? Looking good? Your job? Your relationships? Your life? Let’s contrast several personal journeys, inspiring you to reflect on your own.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER (Saturday Morning)
The Story Finder (How To Create A New Story in Four Minutes)
What can you look forward to?
Ed will present “The Story Finder: How To Create A New Story in Four Minutes.” This presentation is highly interactive. Bring paper and a pen for this!
Ed Tate is an award-winning international keynote speaker, author and executive. He is “The Speaker Who Energizes, Educates, and Entertains.” He has spoken professionally in 50 states, 25 countries and 5 continents. He is a Certified Speaking Professional and author of the New York Times Bestselling book Influence and Pre-Suasion.
District Council Meeting
The District Council meeting registration deadline is April 18th, 2024.
- Reports: Updates on district progress, achievements, and plans.
- Elections: Choosing district leaders like District Director and others.
- Budget Approval: Voting on the budget for district activities.
- Education: Workshops on leadership and communication.
- Policy Changes: Voting on any proposed policy updates.
- Recognition: Awards for member and club achievements.
- Networking: Connecting with members from other clubs.
- Q&A: Opportunity for questions and feedback.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER (Saturday Afternoon)
The Story Finder (How To Get YES! To your request!)
What can you look forward to?
Ed will share “How to Get ‘Yes’ to Your Requests – Influencing Others Without Authority.” During this leadership presentation, Ed will share lessons he learned from his failures.
Ed Tate is an award-winning international keynote speaker, author and executive. He is “The Speaker Who Energizes, Educates, and Entertains.” He has spoken professionally in 50 states, 25 countries and 5 continents. He is a Certified Speaking Professional and author of the New York Times Bestselling book Influence and Pre-Suasion.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER (Sunday)
Region 4 International Director, Kimberly Myers, DTM, will be joining us for the entire conference and will be our keynote speaker on Sunday following our International Speech Contest. Kim is from Kansas City, where she is a senior business analyst at the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC).
She is a certified Agile Team Facilitator and a certified Agile Coach. She works with the Reagan Foundation’s Great Communicator Debate Series as a judge and has judged for the National Speech and Debate Association since she graduated from high school. In addition, she has also been involved in a local nonprofit that supports women leaders in the Kansas City area. As a member of the Toastmasters International Board of Directors, Myers 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.
EDUCATION WORKSHOP (Saturday)
Workshop Description:
Unlock the transformative power of speechwriting to author your book in this dynamic 60-minute Toastmasters workshop.
“From Podium to Page: Elevate Your Message from Speeches to Published Works” celebrates the art of communication, elevating your skills to leadership heights. Learn to weave compelling narratives, captivate audiences, and translate these abilities into crafting your own book. Empower yourself to lead through words, fostering a culture of celebration and elevation within Toastmasters and beyond. Elevate your speaking prowess into the realm of authorship.
The 3 key things the audience will take away from this presentation:
- Speech to Book Transition: Elevate speechwriting skills to authorship, mastering storytelling.
- Lead Through Communication: Harness effective communication for leadership, fostering celebration.
- Author’s Blueprint: Get practical steps to turn speechwriting into a published book.
Presenter’s Bio
Dawn Thomas-Cameron is a 2X DTM with a distinguished Toastmasters journey. Drawing from over two decades of experience in Toastmasters, she not only masters the art of public speaking but also boasts a remarkable 20+ years as an accomplished, award-winning author and editor.
Dawn’s literary prowess extends across various forms – from crafting captivating books and editing compelling stories to shaping engaging articles, newsletters, and blogs. Her diverse skill set is a testament to her commitment to the written word.
Dawn’s authenticity shines through her role as a (non) perfect parent, a theme explored in her book, “The Path to Perfection: Parenting without a Roadmap: tales from a (non) perfect parent.”
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