Author Archives: Duane Leem

Member of the Month: Justin Paras

The Toastmasters District 57 Speakers Bureau is proud to recognize Justin Paras as our Member [...]

Embracing Discomfort: My Toastmasters Evolution

It was a spectacular Fall when host Tony Sparks called my name at the Alameda [...]

Alameda Story Slam

Have you gotten comfortable speaking in front of Toastmasters and need a nudge our of [...]

Deborah Weiner’s Inspiring Speech at Word Weavers Toastmasters

Deborah Weiner, DTM, captivated attendees with her motivational talk, “How to Be a Great Audience [...]

Boost Club Prestige and Earn Bucks: Host a Bureau Speaker

Looking to revitalize your club and elevate its profile? Consider hosting an open house with [...]

Dr. Michelle Peticolas as Open House Featured Speaker at Scopemasters

We are incredibly grateful to have had Michelle Peticolas, DTM, one of our esteemed Bureau [...]

Join Us on August 17 at 12 PM: Linda Patten to Speak at Swift Plaza Toastmasters

Leveraging Your VPPR for Club Growth: A Special Event with Linda Patten Swift Plaza Toastmasters [...]

Speakers Bureau Insights: Deep-Dive Session, July 29, 2023

Mark your calendars for an enlightening presentation, led by three esteemed committee members from District [...]

Gary Mckinsey as Featured Speaker at Swift Plaza Toastmasters

We had the distinct privilege of deploying our revered Speakers Bureau Chair, Gary Mckinsey, to [...]

Be a Better Leader

Leadership is defined as the ability to guide, inspire, and empower people to be better [...]