District 44 Toastmasters – Where Leaders Are Made

District 44 Club Contest Season
2025-08-01 - 2025-10-31
INTERNATIONAL SPEECH + TABLE TOPICS CONTEST
Let the Spotlight Shine at Your Club!
It all begins at the club level! The D44 Contest Season kicks off with International Speech and Table Topics contests hosted by individual clubs. This is your moment to inspire, persuade, or think on your feet.
Host your club contest: August 1 – October 30, 2025
Club Officers – Schedule and promote your contests now!Contestants – Step up, speak out, and challenge yourself in front of a friendly audience.
Start strong—Check back soon to download the Club Contest Toolkit and register your contest date!

September is Club Visit Month!
2025-09-01 - 2025-09-30
Support. Strengthen. S.H.O.W.U.P.
During Club Visit Month, Area Directors across District 44 are hitting the road (or the Zoom room!) to connect with each of their clubs.
These visits are a vital opportunity to:

Celebrate club wins and milestones
Offer support and share resources
Provide leadership guidance
Strengthen connections across the district

Club Officers: Be on the lookout for your Area Director and help make this visit meaningful! Let’s S.H.O.W.U.P and make every club stronger together.

District 44 New Member Onboarding
2025-09-09 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-10-14 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-11-11 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
REGISTER | JOIN
Welcome to Toastmasters!
District 44 New Member Onboarding: Your Journey Starts Here.

Just joined a Toastmasters club? We’ve got you covered!
Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of every month to:

Learn how Toastmasters helps you reach your personal and professional goals
Get a tour of Pathways and other training resources
See live demos and get your questions answered
Connect with fellow new members across the district

Register: https://district44.org/NewMemberOrientation

Turn your goals into growth.Let’s get you off to a strong start!

REGISTER | JOIN

District 44 Virtual Fall Business Meeting
2025-09-18 18:00 - 20:00
Your Voice. Your Vote. Your District.
Are you ready to S.H.O.W. U.P! for your members?
You are invited to attend the District 44’s Fall Business Meeting to be held on Thursday, September 18th, 2025, at 6:00pmEST.
The business meeting is open to the entire District membership however, voting is limited to our District Council which includes Club Presidents, Vice Presidents Education (VPEs), and DEC members.
Registration is required:
Please register by noon on Wednesday, September 17th, using the following link:
🔗 Fall Business Meeting Registration
CLICK HERE FOR MEETING MATERIALS TO REVIEW

Items for discussion:

Minutes from previous Business Meeting (and Special Business Meeting)
Adoption of the Fall Business Meeting Agenda
Review of the 2024-25 Audit Committee Report
Approval of the 2025-26 District Budget
Confirmation of 2025-26 Appointed District Leaders
Motion to allow Remote Leaders for Program Year 2026-27

Voting Instructions:

All items for discussion will not require an official vote.
The District Budget and confirmation of Appointed District Leaders will require your vote by electronic ballot or unanimous consent.
A TEST of access to your electronic voting credentials and ability to log into Election Runner will be sent one week prior to our meeting to those who have registered.
OFFICIAL voting Instructions and login information will be sent 24 hours before our meeting.
Votes will be individually weighted (ie. 1-3 votes) based on your specific Club Officer and/or DEC positions.
PROXIES ARE NOT PERMITTED

Additional materials enclosed FYI:

Budget Explanation
Revised 2025-26 Club Alignment
Standing Rules & Additional Item for Discussion
Announcement of 2026-27 District Alignment (Merger with District 63) From TI, Sent to all members August 20, 2025

Save the Date for the VIRTUAL Annual Spring Business Meeting – Thursday, May 14, 2026 @ 6:00pm

Club Success Plan Due
2025-09-30
A Plan Today = Club Success Tomorrow
As the new Toastmasters year begins, your Club Success Plan is more than just a form—it’s a strategic tool to align your team, set measurable goals, and drive results.
💡 According to the Toastmasters July Magazine, the best-performing clubs are those that plan early, communicate clearly, and review progress regularly. Starting strong begins with a shared vision.
🛠️ Download the official Club Success Plan (Form 1111A) and work with your club officers to identify priorities, set milestones, and track progress.
📌 Submit your completed plan by September 30, 2025Let’s SHOW U.P. for our members—and lead with purpose all year long.

Toastmasters Speech Contest Judge Training Option 1
2025-10-04 10:00 - 23:30
Become a Certified Toastmasters Judge!Support excellence in public speaking by serving as a Judge at our Area, Division, and District Speech Contests. Gain the tools, confidence, and official certification to judge fairly and effectively.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to evaluate speeches with fairness and impact.
Register and Join https://district44.org/JudgesTrainingOption1

ColLABorate: Monthly Office Hours for Club Officers
2025-10-07 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-11-04 18:30 - 20:30
REGISTER | JOIN

ColLABorate: Monthly Office Hours for Club OfficersA Live Lab for Learning, Sharing, and Support

Join us on the 1st Tuesday of every month for ColLABorate—a dedicated space where club officers across District 44 come together to:

Ask questions
See live demos
Share what’s working
Learn from fellow leaders
Get guidance from special guests

Register now: https://district44.org/MonthlyOfficeHours

Bring your challenges. Bring your wins. Bring your curiosity.Let’s ColLABorate to grow stronger—together.

REGISTER | JOIN

Toastmasters Speech Contest Judge Training Option 2
2025-10-08 18:30 - 20:00
Become a Certified Toastmasters Judge!Support excellence in public speaking by serving as a Judge at our Area, Division, and District Speech Contests. Gain the tools, confidence, and official certification to judge fairly and effectively.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to evaluate speeches with fairness and impact.
Register and Join https://district44.org/JudgesTrainingOption2

D44 Fall Summit 2025
2025-10-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
D44 Fall Summit 2025Grateful to Grow: Empowering You to S.H.O.W. U.P.Saturday, October 11, 2025
Get ready for a day of inspiration, leadership growth, and connection with fellow Toastmasters.✨ Workshops to sharpen your skills✨ Networking to expand your reach✨ Motivation to fuel your next big goal

Keynote Speaker
Amy Campbell, DTM
Region 7 AdvisorToastmasters International

Leadership Lab Facilitator
Rachel Bolton
Director of Enterprise Leadership DevelopmentStanley Black & Decker

Register Now

Area Contest Season
2025-11-01 - 2025-12-31
INTERNATIONAL SPEECH + TABLE TOPICS CONTEST
Ready for the Next Round? Area Contests Await!
The best from each club now take the stage in the Area Contests! Showcase your speaking excellence and cheer on fellow Toastmasters.
Area Contest will be held: November 1, 2025 – January 31, 2026
We will not host contest:
November 23 – 29, 2025
December 21, 2025 – January 2, 2026
Area Directors – Confirm your contest date, recruit your team, and get your resources ready.Contestants – You’ve earned this. Represent your club and rise to the challenge!
Prep for the spotlight—get your Area Contest Guide coming soon!

District 44 PR Committee Interest Meeting
2025-11-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
https://district44.org/PRCommitteeInterest
Are you creative, curious, or passionate about helping others shine?
We’re building the 2025–2026 District 44 Public Relations Committee, and YOU have a place on the team!
Join Jeanelle Blackman, District 44 Public Relations Manager, for this exciting kickoff meeting to learn how you can help tell the District 44 story — through social media, newsletters, podcasts, branding, event marketing, photography, writing, and more.
We’re looking for:🎨 Creators | ✍🏾 Writers | 🎧 Podcasters | 💻 Designers | 📸 Storytellers | 📊 Strategists
Whether you’re a PR pro or just eager to learn, this is your chance to collaborate, grow your skills, and make an impact across Georgia and beyond.
Let’s make District 44 shine — together!
https://district44.org/PRCommitteeInterest

Area F61 Speech Contests
2025-11-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA F61 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area F61 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area F62 Speech Contests
2025-11-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA F62 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area F62 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area F63 Speech Contests
2025-11-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA F63 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area F63 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area F64 Speech Contests
2025-11-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA F64 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area F64 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area G71 Speech Contests
2025-11-08 13:00 - 17:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA G71 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area G71 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area G72 Speech Contests
2025-11-08 13:00 - 17:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA G72 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area G72 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area G73 Speech Contests
2025-11-08 13:00 - 17:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA G73 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area G73 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area G74 Speech Contests
2025-11-08 13:00 - 17:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA G74 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area G74 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area E51 Speech Contests
2025-11-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA E51 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area E51 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area E52 Speech Contests
2025-11-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA E52 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area E52 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area E53 Speech Contests
2025-11-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA E53 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area E53 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area E54 Speech Contests
2025-11-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA E54 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area E54 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area B21 Speech Contests
2025-11-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA B21 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area B21 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area B22 Speech Contests
2025-11-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA B22 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area B22 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area B23 Speech Contests
2025-11-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA B23 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area B23 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!

Area B24 Speech Contests
2025-11-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
JOIN US AS THE BEST SPEAKERS OF AREA B24 COMPETE!

Categories: International Speech & Table Topics
Get ready for an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and the art of public speaking! Contestants from across Area B24 will take the stage to deliver powerful speeches and impromptu responses that will leave you motivated and entertained.
This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of communication, leadership, and community. Whether you’re a Toastmaster, a guest, or simply curious, you won’t want to miss it!
Come cheer on the contestants, network with fellow leaders, and witness the power of words in action.
Admission is free and open to all—guests welcome!
