District 44 Toastmasters – Where Leaders Are Made

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.

Attract More Guests to Your Club – Get Found Online!
2025-08-28 07:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Is your Toastmasters club making a strong first impression online?
Join us for Get Found and Grow! — a hands-on Zoom session where we’ll sharpen your Find-a-Club listing, FreeToastHost site, and contact settings. Make sure guest leads go straight to your officers — no missed connections!
Learn how to boost visibility and grow your club with practical, easy-to-apply tips.
Reserve your spot today!
http://district44.org/4oVyJ1r

Tricities Toastmasters Club 2490 Presents:Table Topics & International "Hybrid" Speech Contest
2025-08-25 18:00 - 19:30 | New Grant Chapel AME Church, 1319 Holcomb Ave, East Point, GA, 30314, United States
Show off your speaking skills or come cheer on the speech contestants! Join us for an exciting evening of competition, confidence, and community.
Our contestants will compete in the Table Topics & International Speech contest!
MONDAY, AUGUST 25, 2025
AT 6 PM
New Grant Chapel AME Church
1319 Holcomb Ave., E. Point, GA 30314
Zoom Information
Zoom I.D. 872 7302 8777
Password: [REDACTED]

Toastmasters International Convention 2025
2025-08-20 - 2025-08-23
🌐 In-person and Online
Join Toastmasters from around the globe for four unforgettable days of connection, inspiration, and growth at the 2025 International Convention! Whether you’re attending in person or virtually, you’ll enjoy:
✨ Dynamic keynote speakers🎤 The World Championship of Public Speaking®🧠 Engaging education sessions and leadership panels🌍 Networking with a global community of communicators
Registration opens May 2025 – Don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible event!
🔗 Learn more: toastmasters.org/events/2025-international-convention

Toastmasters @ Festival of India 2025
2025-08-16 12:00 - 15:30 | Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, GA, 30097, United States
Join Toastmasters for a live public speaking contest during the 29th Festival of India!Middle and high schoolers will deliver prepared speeches, and high schoolers & adults can compete in Table Topics.
✨ Why This Matters for Your ClubThis event is a major recruitment opportunity:

Meet families, students, and professionals
Share club flyers and materials at the Toastmasters booth
Show the Toastmasters experience in action

📞 Contact for Questions or Registration:Youth Leadership Program Coordinator:Ranjithaveena Pol – (678) 216-6122
Speech Contest Club Counselor:Lina Surianto – (404) 513-3188
💡 Let’s SHOW U.P. and inspire Georgia’s next generation of speakers and leaders!📲 Register or Learn More

Club Officers: Don’t Miss the Proxy Deadline!
2025-08-15
The Toastmasters International Annual Business Meeting is coming up on August 22, 2025, and your club’s vote matters!To ensure your club is represented, be sure to assign your club’s proxy and submit voting instructions by the final deadline: August 15, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.
Key Dates:

Proxy assignment window: July 10 – August 15, 2025

Final deadline to assign proxy: August 15, 2025

Online Credentials process: August 16–19, 2025

Annual Business Meeting: August 22, 2025 (onsite + online)

Act now:Assign your club’s proxy online via Toastmasters.org.Learn more about the Annual Business Meeting here.
Make your club’s voice heard! Every vote helps shape the future of Toastmasters.
How To Assign Your Club Proxy
To assign the club’s proxy, starting in July, the Club President or Secretary (not both) can follow the steps below:

Log in to toastmasters.org with your email and password.
Scroll to the Annual Business Meeting section on My Home (directly below the My Education and Achievements section).
Click on “Club Proxy & Voting Instructions.”

If you are an officer in multiple clubs, select the club for which you want to assign the proxy.

Click the “Start” button next to “Designate Proxyholder.”
Select from the three options for designating a proxyholder: A member of the club, the 2025–2026 District Director, or another active Toastmaster.
Follow the prompts to complete the process. To submit your proxyholder designation, enter your name into the signature box at the bottom of the page, click the checkbox, and press “Confirm proxyholder.”
If your club wants to use the option to provide instructions to the proxyholder, click on “Go to Designate Voting Instructions.” Voting instructions can also be shared at a later time from “Club Proxy & Voting Instructions.”

Summer TLI Virtual Makeup: Division F&G
2025-08-13 18:00 - 20:00
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District 44, Make Up TLI registration is available now! Spread the word and don’t miss your chance to step into ColLABorative Leadership and strengthen your readiness as a club officer on the following dates:

Division A & B: Sunday, August 3, 2025 4-6pm
Divisions C, D, & E: Saturday, August 9, 2025 12 – 2pm
Divisions F & G: Wednesday, August 13, 2025 6-8pm

Join the training session hosted by your Division—it’s not only packed with valuable insights for your role, but also a great opportunity to network with fellow leaders close by.
Need to attend a different session than your division? No worries at all—we’ve got you covered.
REGISTER | JOIN

District 44 New Member Onboarding
2025-08-12 18:30 - 20:30
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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

Kickoff: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 – 6:30 PMRegister: https://district44.org/NewMemberOrientation

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

REGISTER | JOIN

Summer TLI Virtual Makeup: Division C,D,&E
2025-08-09 12:00 - 14:00

ColLABorate: Monthly Office Hours for Club Officers
2025-08-05 18:30 - 20:30
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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

Kickoff: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 – 6:30 PMRegister now: https://district44.org/MonthlyOfficeHours

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

REGISTER | JOIN

Summer TLI Virtual Makeup: Division A&B
2025-08-03 16:00 - 18:00

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!

2025 Summer Toastmasters Leadership Institute
2025-07-12 09:00 - 14:00 | Riverside EpiCenter, 135 Riverside Pkwy, Austell, GA, 30168, United States
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Who Should Attend?
Club officers, Toastmasters, and aspiring leaders committed to growth, enhancing their communication and leadership skills, and becoming visionaries ready to make an impact in 2025 and beyond.
What Awaits You?
Expect an energizing event filled with:
Interactive Sessions that keep you engaged and inspired.
Practical Tools you can use immediately.
Dynamic Networking to build relationships with leaders across District 44

REGISTER NOW

Rise Up & Recognize: An End of Year Red Carpet Celebration Brunch
2025-06-28 11:30 - 13:30
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Join us for our Toastmasters End of Year Celebration as we honor achievements, reflect on an incredible year, and toast to continued success!
Date: June 28, 2025
Time: 11:30 am to 2:00 pm
Location: Community Achievement Center
Let’s come together to celebrate and recognize the amazing contributions of our members. Don’t miss this unforgettable event!
REGISTER TODAY

Special Business Meeting
2025-06-26 18:30 - 19:30
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At our Spring Hybrid Annual Business Meeting on May 3, 2025, the District Council voted to have the Alignment Committee re-evaluate the proposed District 44 Alignment Proposal. To complete this important work, we are holding a Special Business Meeting solely to address and vote on the revised proposal.

Meeting Details
Date: Thursday June 26, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM Eastern
Location: Zoom Virtual Meeting

Important Documents
Meeting Agenda
Updated Alignment Proposal

Attendance is Mandatory for All Eligible Voting Members: To conduct official business, we must meet a quorum of one-third of clubs in good standing represented, based on two votes per club. Your participation for this electronic vote is essential.

Who Can Vote: Club Presidents and Vice Presidents of Education (each receive one vote or one representative between them may carry two votes) and District Executive Committee (DEC) members. Proxies are not allowed.

Voting Eligibility

Must be a Club President, Vice President of Education, or District Executive Committee Member

Must be an active, renewed Toastmasters member

Represented club must be in good standing

Must have full access to the email address receiving this notice during the meeting in order to vote electronically or update it within their Toastmasters International profile by Friday, June 13, 2025

We Need You: This meeting is your opportunity to influence the future of District 44 for the 2025 – 2026 year. Please register immediately, plan to attend, come prepared to participate, and be ready to vote.

Let’s continue to RISE UP!
REGISTER TODAY

Last Chance Mixer
2025-06-25 18:00 - 19:00
🔥 Last Chance to RISE UP! 🔥
Is your club struggling with low membership or suspension? Ready to reignite your Toastmasters journey and finish strong?
Join us for the RISE UP! – Last Chance Mixer with Club Growth Director Barb Wallace, DTM x3 for an hour of connection, collaboration, and inspiration!
📅 Date: Wednesday, June 25, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM
🔗 Register here: https://district44.org/LastChance
Whether you want to reactivate your club, reach Distinguished status, or find your path again—this mixer is for YOU! Let’s rise together. 🌟
#RiseUpToastmasters #LastChanceMixer #District44Growth #WhereLeadersAreMade

RISE UP! Lunch N' Learn
2025-06-10 12:00 - 13:00
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Join us for an exciting event with Club Growth Director Barb Wallace, DTM, where you’ll discover dynamic strategies to attract, engage, and retain club members! Connect with fellow leaders, gain expert insights, and walk away with powerful tools to strengthen your club. Don’t miss this high-energy opportunity to learn, grow, and make a lasting impact!
REGISTER TODAY

Membership Building Tools: Moments of Truth
2025-05-21 18:00 - 19:00
🚀 Ready to grow your club?
Join us for “Membership Building Tools: Moments of Truth” on Wednesday, May 21st at 6 PM EST!
Gain actionable strategies to attract new members, retain current ones, and boost your club’s overall success. 💡
https://district44.org/MemberTools
🔑 Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock the power of member engagement!
#Toastmasters #MembershipMatters #District44 #MomentsOfTruth #ClubGrowth #RISEUP

Membership Building Tools: Moments of Truth
2025-05-19 18:00 - 20:00
“✨ Discover the Secrets to Membership Success! ✨
Join us for the Membership Building Tools: Moments of Truth event and unlock proven strategies to grow and retain your club’s membership.
📅 Date: May 19, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (EST)
💻 Virtual Event

The Presidents Round Table
2025-05-15 18:30 - 20:00
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As we move into the last 30 days of the Toastmasters year, it is time to come together, reflect on our progress, and prepare for a strong finish. Join us for The Presidents’ Round Table, an exclusive second session event designed for District 44 Club Presidents to connect, share insights, and gain valuable strategies for success.
This session will provide an opportunity to:

Strengthen connections with fellow Club Presidents and District leaders.
Receive important updates on the current state of the District and club performance.
Learn proven tips and best practices to end the year successfully.
Engage in open discussions, ask questions, and exchange ideas.

Who Should Attend:
All District 44 Club Presidents who want to enhance their leadership, collaborate with peers, ensure their clubs thrive, and properly plan for succession through the remainder of the year.
Do not miss this chance to gain fresh perspectives, valuable resources, and renewed motivation to lead your club to success.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with details on how to join the session.
We look forward to seeing you there and supporting you on this journey.
REGISTER NOW

District 44 Annual Conference: RISE UP!
2025-05-02 15:00 - 2025-05-03 23:59
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Are you ready to RISE UP and take your communication and leadership skills to new heights? THIS is your moment!

Date: May 2 – 3, 2025 Location: Marriott Northeast, Century Center, 2000 Century Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30345

This year’s theme, RISE UP, is all about elevating your potential, embracing new challenges, and becoming the best version of yourself. Whether you’re a seasoned speaker or just starting your Toastmasters journey, this conference will inspire, educate, and empower you to soar!

Highlights:– Dynamic Workshops led by expert presenters!– Inspiring Keynotes that will challenge and motivate you!– Speech Contests where champions RISE to the occasion!– Networking Opportunities with your peers!– Also featuring a must shop Vendor Village and the Gift of Gab District Gift Store to get all your club and personal supplies!

Expect a weekend full of learning, growth, and FUN! Don’t miss your chance to connect with fellow Toastmasters and take your skills to the next level. Make it a weekend getaway and reserve a room.

BE THE FIRST TO KNOW how to be part of a transformational experience!

Let’s RISE UP together!annualconference@d44toastmasters.org

Membership Forum: Empower Your Membership
2025-04-16 18:00 - 20:00
“📣 Empower Your Membership
Join us on Wednesday, April 16th, at 6 PM EST for an engaging and impactful event designed to help you elevate your club’s membership experience!
Stay tuned—more details, including location information, are coming soon. Mark your calendar and get ready to empower your members!

Canva Creations 201
2025-04-15 18:30 - 19:30
🎨 Canva 201: Content Creation with Dr. Jennifer Eichelberger
Join us for a dynamic design session led by our very own Buzz Brigade content creator and Area H Director, Dr. Jennifer Eichelberger! Learn how to elevate your visuals and make your club content shine.
📅 Date: April 15, 2025
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
🔗 Register Now: https://district44.org/CanvaClass
Don’t miss this chance to boost your creativity with Canva 201 – Buzz Brigade style!

Rise Up With The CGD
2025-04-08 12:00 - 13:00
🚀 RISE UP with the CGD!Join Barb Wallace, DTM, for a power-packed session on April 8th from 12–1 PM as she shares proven strategies to grow your club, launch new ones, and lead with impact. 💼✨Let’s build, sponsor, coach, and mentor the next wave of leaders!🔗 district44.org/CGDLunch#D44Toastmasters #RISEUP #ClubGrowth #LeadershipInAction

Division C & D Contest
2025-03-22 11:00 - 16:00
🚨 District 44 Contest Season Begins! 🎤🏆
Join us for the Division C & Division D Speech Contests as we kick off an exciting competition season!
📅 Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM📍 Location: South Cobb Government Service Center
4700 Austell Rd, Austell, GA 30106
🔥 Witness some of the best speakers in District 44 as they compete for a chance to advance to the District Tall Tales & International Speech Contests in May!
Don’t miss the action—mark your calendars and come support your fellow Toastmasters! 👏🎙️
#D44SpeechContest #RiseUp #Toastmasters #PublicSpeaking

DTM Dream Chasers Session 2: A-ACT
2025-03-20 19:00 - 20:00
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Are you on track to achieve your Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) designation by May 2025? It is time to move from vision to action. Join us for DTM Dream Chasers Session 2: A – Act, an engaging and strategic event designed to help you map out your journey and take decisive steps toward your DTM success.
This session is for committed DTM Dream Chasers who are ready to turn their aspirations into reality by creating a clear action plan.
Through interactive discussions, expert guidance, and hands-on planning, participants will:

Break down their remaining DTM requirements into actionable steps.
Identify key milestones and deadlines to stay on track.
Connect with experienced leaders for insights and support.
Gain momentum and accountability to achieve their goals.

Who Should Attend:
If you are actively working toward completing your DTM by May 2025, this session is for you. Whether you are finalizing your last steps or refining your strategy, now is the time to act.
Do not miss this opportunity to take control of your DTM journey with clarity and confidence.
Register now: https://district44.org/DTMDream2
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with details on how to join the session.
We are excited to support you—let us take action together.
REGISTER NOW

Membership Management New Club Member Tools: FreeToastHost
2025-03-19 18:00 - 20:00
Join us on March 19, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET for an exciting Club Membership Forum focused on:
🎯 Membership Management
🎯 New Club Member Tools with Free ToastHost
This virtual event will equip you with the tools and strategies to strengthen your club and enhance membership engagement.
🔗 Zoom Link: https://district44.org/STRENGTHEN-NewClubMemberTools

Division A & B Contest
2025-03-15 09:00 - 14:00
🚨 District 44 Contest Season Begins! 🎤🏆
Join us for the Division A & Division B Speech Contests as we kick off an exciting competition season!
📅 Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM📍 Location: T-Mobile Office 1 Ravinia Drive Suite 1000 Atlanta, GA 30346
🔥 Witness some of the best speakers in District 44 as they compete for a chance to advance to the District Tall Tales & International Speech Contests in May!
Don’t miss the action—mark your calendars and come support your fellow Toastmasters! 👏🎙️
#D44SpeechContest #RiseUp #Toastmasters #PublicSpeaking

Presidents Round Table
2025-03-13 18:30 - 20:00
🔹 Calling All Club Presidents! 🔹
Join us for the District 44 Presidents’ Round Table—a powerful 3rd Quarter Touch Base & Brainstorming Session designed to connect, collaborate, and strategize for success! 🚀
📅 March 13, 2025
⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Virtual Event
Don’t miss this opportunity to exchange ideas, tackle challenges, and elevate your leadership! Register today: district44.org/PresidentsRoundTable

Division Contest E & F
2025-03-09 14:00 - 19:00
🚨 District 44 Contest Season Begins! 🎤🏆
Join us for the Division E & Division F Speech Contests as we kick off an exciting competition season!
📅 Date: Sunday, March 9, 2025⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍 Location: Global Payments, 5995 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30005
🔥 Witness some of the best speakers in District 44 as they compete for a chance to advance to the District Tall Tales & International Speech Contests in May!
Don’t miss the action—mark your calendars and come support your fellow Toastmasters! 👏🎙️
#D44SpeechContest #RiseUp #Toastmasters #PublicSpeaking
