Club President
Duties of a Toastmasters Club President
The Club President serves as the chief executive officer of the club, guiding the executive committee and overseeing all club operations to ensure a high-quality experience for all members. Their key responsibility is to lead with vision and collaboration, supporting fellow officers and upholding the club’s mission to provide a positive and supportive learning environment. The President presides over meetings of the club and executive committee, promotes member engagement, and represents the club at the area, division, and district levels when required. Effective leadership by the President is essential for achieving club goals in the Distinguished Club Program and for maintaining a cohesive and thriving club environment.
Actions for a Club President to Take in July/August
July marks the true beginning of your leadership year—and what you do right now lays the groundwork for a successful term. As Club President, your focus should be on uniting the new officer team, ensuring everyone completes Club Officer Training (Foundations), and working collaboratively to finalise and submit the Club Success Plan in Club Central
✅ High-Priority Actions
Lead the Completion of Club Officer Training:
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Ensure you and all seven club officers complete the “Foundations“ training course, by 31 August.
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Encourage accountability and offer support where needed—100% training completion and submission of your Club Success Plan qualifies your club for District 71’s Leading The Way incentive.
Coordinate Submission of the Club Success Plan:
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Schedule a club executive committee planning session to collaboratively finalise your Club Success Plan.
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Use the Distinguished Club Program and Moments of Truth as guides for setting measurable goals.
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Once complete, ensure the plan is submitted in Club Central —this is vital for both strategic focus and DCP recognition.
🗂 Ongoing Leadership Responsibilities
Build Momentum and Team Culture:
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✅ Hold the first club executive committee meeting to align on responsibilities and priorities.
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✅ Clarify officer expectations and agree on communication protocols (e.g., shared drives, WhatsApp groups, email).
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✅ Foster a culture of trust, enthusiasm, and shared accountability from day one.
Clarify Club Direction:
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✅ Review the club’s standing in the Distinguished Club Program using the Toastmasters dashboard.
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✅ Set clear goals for the year—both strategic (e.g., educational awards, membership growth) and cultural (e.g., supportive environment, leadership development).
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✅ Share your vision with members—build a sense of purpose and excitement for the year ahead.
Know Your Tools:
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✅ Familiarise yourself with:
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Club Central (for submitting officer lists, success plans, and dues)
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Club Leadership Handbook
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Moments of Truth
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✅ Ensure you have access to and understand how to use Base Camp as a Club President and Base Camp Manager.
🔜 Looking Ahead
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Plan for ongoing officer check-ins, member recognition, and open communication throughout the year.
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Begin identifying opportunities for mentorship, new member orientation, and leadership development within your club.
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Keep an eye on upcoming incentives and deadlines from District 71.
By prioritising officer training and submitting a strong Club Success Plan, you will be leading your club from a position of clarity and purpose. This is your opportunity to set the tone—and pace—for a truly Distinguished year.
