By Jamie Pickering, DTM, District Director Ever heard of Johnny on the spot? D25 has a Jesse on the spot! Jesse Ford that is. He also responds to names like ‘someone’ as in “can someone do…” and ‘anyone’, “Anyone able to…” No matter the ask, the time involved, or even if he knows how to...
Author: Diana Patton (Diana Patton)
Pathways Access extended and Toastmaster Magazine Update
By Jamie Pickering, DTM, District Director The following was sent to members from Toastmasters International May 6, 2020 Dear Toastmasters, Thank you for putting your trust in the Board of Directors as we work together to navigate this difficult time. COVID-19 has put a strain on the economy, directly affecting Toastmasters International and...
24 Hours of Toastmasters
By Greg Pick, DTM, Past District Director My friend Nadia called two weeks before the planned 24 hours of Toastmasters event with the theme “Together Towards Tomorrow.” She asked me for a favor, “Would I be willing to fill a role in the 24 hours of Toastmasters event?” I was pleased and honored that a friend...
Assisting Members Progression down a Printed Path and Submitting an Education Award
By Greg Pick, DTM, Past District Director, Pathways Coordinator Did you know that only 0.1 percent of members worldwide have elected printed material for their path? Recently, I responded to my first request related to moving along their path when working from printed material. Members who elect to travel down a path using printed material...
Earning Educational Goals on my Journey to Personal Improvement
By Greg Pick, DTM, Past District Director What can you get from participating in Toastmasters? As I continued my Toastmasters journey this year, I wondered where to put my focus. I have a DTM. I’ve given dozens of speeches. I’ve served in many leadership roles. What is left for me to talk about? I did...
My Favorite Role
By Greg Pick, DTM, Past District Director, Area 33 Director This year I am honored to once again serve as an Area Director. Working with Area 33, I have found this second tour more rewarding than the first time. One reason is because I know a whole lot more about the job this time...
Update on Speakathons from Toastmasters
By Jamie Pickering, DTM, District Director The following information was sent from Toastmasters International. April 21, 2020 Dear Club President and Vice President Education, We know that due to the evolving impact of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), some members are having difficulties finding opportunities to present speeches in the club setting. Because of this, Toastmasters International...
Something’s Missing
By Robi Ley, DTM, , Immediate Past District Director, District Leadership Committee Chair By now, you have probably noticed there is something missing from the recent report from your District Leadership Committee. No, we did not forget. It’s not a mistake or an oversight. There is no candidate for Club Growth Director listed on...
Virtual District Council Meetings, Campaigns, and Election Guidelines
By Jamie Pickering, DTM, District Director District Leadership Team received this email April 12, 2020: Dear District Leaders, With the recent exceptions made by the Board of Directors, communicated on April 6, we’ve complied guidelines on how to conduct the upcoming District council meetings, candidate campaigns/showcase, and elections. This message has been sent to...
Outstanding Member April 2020
By Jamie Pickering, DTM, District Director If you know our Outstanding Member of the Month you may recognize the following: …what I do have are a very particular set of skills, skills I have acquired over a very long career. Skills that make me a savior for people like you. If you log into my...









