District 42 Of the Year Recipients
2023/2024
We are excited to announce the recipients of our “Of the Year“ awards at the district level. The selection process was no easy task, as each of our nominees brought something exceptional to the table. A dedicated committee worked diligently, recognizing the incredible contributions from every candidate. Each member we considered exemplified excellence, making it nearly impossible to choose just a few. To us, every one of them is a winner, and we were honored to celebrate their success with them last September 28th.
- Rookie Of The Year: Kathleen Goebel, Mosaic Masters Toastmasters Club
- Public Relations Of the Year: Vesna Ivkovic, Calgary Pace Setters Toastmaster Club
- Toastmaster Of the Year: Catherine Secundiak, Wild Oats Toastmasters
- President Of The Year: Aditya Verma, Fluor Communicators Club
- Area Director Of The Year: Arobo Ako, Fluor Communicators Club
- Division Director Of the Year: Chelsea Nelson, SAIT Sayers
You don’t just make a difference for our members—you make all the difference. You are shaping the future of our Toastmasters community through your leadership, dedication, and the wealth of knowledge and experience you’ve shared. Your commitment not only enhances the growth of individuals but strengthens the entire organization. You are an inspiration, and your efforts truly deserve to be celebrated by everyone.
Behind every success story is a team or group of individuals who supported and contributed to making it happen. These achievements didn’t occur in isolation—they resulted from collaboration, guidance, and encouragement from fellow Toastmasters, mentors, and friends. Each recipient’s success is a reflection of the shared effort and spirit that runs deep in our community.
It’s important to acknowledge the sacrifices made along the way. The journey to excellence requires time, energy, and commitment. Many have set aside personal priorities, worked late hours, and pushed themselves beyond their limits to ensure the success of their peers and the entire organization. It’s this level of dedication that truly makes a difference and creates lasting change.
We cannot thank these individuals enough. Their hard work and contributions have left a mark on everyone around them. The seeds of their effort have been planted, and they will continue to grow and influence the Toastmasters community for years to come. Whether it’s through the skills they’ve shared, the leaders they’ve mentored, or the projects they’ve completed, their legacy will live on.
As we celebrate these exceptional leaders, let their stories be a reminder that no success is achieved alone. It is through unity, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to excellence that real change is made. These individuals haven’t just elevated themselves—they’ve elevated all of us. They’ve set a new standard, inspired greatness, and shown us what’s possible when we work together.
The impact they’ve had isn’t just for today—it will echo throughout our community, sparking new ideas, new leaders, and new achievements. Their influence will be felt long after this celebration. They have shown us the power of collaboration, the beauty of sacrifice, and the limitless potential within each of us.
Together, we rise. Together, we lead. And together, we will continue to make a difference—because of the foundation they’ve laid and the legacy they leave behind.
Eugene Sicat, DTM
District 42 Past District Director