John Leech 
Many people join Toastmasters to hone their skills as a speaker but many also have a dream that perhaps they might be able to deliver a Tedx talk. My story shares how this is possible and how Toastmasters supported me in doing just that last year. How Toastmasters Helped Me Take the TEDx Stage Nine … Read more
In 2023, I went to my first Toastmasters conference in Liverpool for one simple reason – I’d made it to the semi-finals of the Evaluation Contest. That morning, I’d signed a new coaching client… which paid for the trip. Talk about timing! Two weeks before, I’d been wild camping in Scotland. My boyfriend stayed there … Read more
During my tenure as Public Relations Manager for District 71 Toastmasters, I had the privilege of serving under the leadership of District Director Danny Banks; a leader whose approach to empowerment and trust left a lasting professional imprint.What distinguished Danny’s leadership style was his strategic restraint. He understood that high-performing teams are not built through … Read more
District 71 is delighted to warmly welcome Stowmarket Speakers, a new club based in Suffolk. Big congratulations to Paul Graham and his team for all their work in forming the club. It is fantastic to know that we are providing more opportunities for communities to become part of Toastmasters International and I wish the members … Read more
Every Toastmasters club is fortunate to have people who quietly make everything better — the kind of people whose support, encouragement and steady presence help a club to grow and thrive. For many of us in Division A, Patricia Radley is exactly that person. Since joining Cork Toastmasters in 2018, Patricia has given so much … Read more
On Wednesday 25 February we celebrated 3 triple crowns (Austin Tobin, David Cahill and Therese Pistilli) for completing 3 path levels in a TM year. Peter Kieran, the Area Director joined us for our celebrations in recognising a huge achievement for the club. Louise Rowell Innovative Leaders Toastmasters Club
Tony is a most inspiring leader and mentor.He has brought Swords Toastmasters to a whole new level. In 2023 he took the role of VPE and he insisted on doing the role for two years because he saw the benefits of doing two years.In 2025 he became our club president. He is beyond committed to … Read more
The old man with no name is arm deep in a Dublin City bin. Scavenging for cast-off Coke cans and bendy bottles for a paltry return. Oblivious to the street’s soundtrack of shrieking seagulls and ear-piercing pedestrians, he marshals his shopping trolley and the vestiges of his dignity, towards bountiful bin bags hopefully. Christina Hession
Since joining Toastmasters International in 2017, Gerda Parkja has exemplified steady, values-driven leadership. As Vice President Education at Manchester Orators, she helps support a thriving club community of 68 members—an achievement that reflects both commitment and strong leadership. Despite the demands of such a large club, Gerda consistently makes time to participate in Area Council … Read more