Awards

District 29 History in the making – Hritik Bhansali Advances to the World Championship Finals!

  We are thrilled to share some amazing news! Hritik Bhansali, from the Toastmasters for Business Leaders Club, has proudly represented District 29 at the Semifinals of the International Speech Contest on August 21st and emerged victorious! Hritik will now be competing on the world stage at the World Championship of Public Speaking Finals on:  Saturday, August 23, 2025  1:00 – 3:30 PM (ET) More details at: https://www.toastmasters.org/events/2025-international-convention/semifinals This is one of the highest honors in Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking Contests, and we couldn’t be prouder of Hritik’s achievement. Let’s come together as one District to pray, cheer, and support him as he takes on the best speakers from around the globe.  Please join us in congratulating Hritik and wishing him the very best as he inspires the world! Please share the excitement and experience with your clubs and members. With pride,Toastmasters District 29

District Events

From Speaker to Trainer

From Speaker to Trainer workshop In Person This is an all day FREE In person training to help you learn the differences between giving a speech and delivering a training and facilitating a meeting.   About this event Do you want to learn how to become a successful trainer Do you want to present at TLIs? Do you want to learn how to present virtual trainings? Present interesting, engaging trainings? Come attend this one day FREE workshop IN PERSON !   In this highly interactive workshop you will learn the basics of how to put a training plan together, how to be an enthusiastic and highly effective trainer, how to deal with difficult people in the training and more! After this training, learn how to get a District 29 certification as a trainer and present trainings at TLIs, your work or other places.   Date of Workshop: Saturday, September 13, 2025, 9 AM to 3:30 PM Location: Merten Hall, George Mason University 4441 George Mason Boulevard, Fairfax, VA, 22030 Registration link: bit.ly/speakertotrainer2025 Contact: [email protected]

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3, 2, 1 Success! Club Incentive Challenge

  Let’s kick off this Toastmasters year with a challenge designed to help your club shine!   The 321 Success! Incentive is simple:   Complete these 3 steps by September 15:   Clubs that complete all 3 will compete for prizes in their size tier (tier determined by the base club membership):   Tier 1 (20+ members)Tier 2 (13–19 members)Tier 3 (8–12 members) Top 3 clubs in each tier win:  1st: $50 TI Gift Card + 3 Mid-Year Education Session Conf Tickets + 10% Discount for all other club members attending 2nd: $40 TI Gift Card + 2 Mid-Year Education Session Conf Tickets + 10% Discount for all other club members attending3rd: $30 TI Gift Card + 1 Mid-Year Education Session Conf Ticket + 10% Discount for all other club members attending   All winning clubs are featured on the District website and social media and recognized at the Mid-Year Conference!   All clubs that meet the requirements in their tier will be entered into a drawing to determine winners. The drawing will be held on September 30.   Let’s set our clubs up for success — and celebrate your excellence.   Questions? Contact me at [email protected].

Club Events

Centreville Toastmasters Hybrid Meeting & Potluck

Club Events

Dulles South Toastmasters Open House

Join us for an Open House on September 14, 2025. We are thrilled to share our passion to learn with you. Let’s Grow Together! We will kick off with a social networking segment starting at 3:15 pm. Refreshment will be provided. Point of contact information is available on the Open House flier. You can also schedule a visit by clicking the QR code on the flier. Dulles South Toastmasters Club meets on the 2nd and 4th Sunday at 3:30 pm ET.  Our meetings are hybrid – in-person attendance at Gum Spring Library, 24600 Millstream Drive, Stone Ridge, VA 20105 and virtual attendance via Zoom are available. We provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth. We look forward to meeting you!

District Events

Club Coach Interesting Meeting

Pathways

Congratulations to Glenn Foster for completing Level 4 of Engaging Humor

Congratulations to Glenn Foster!!!   Glenn has successfully completed Level 4 of the Engaging Humor pathway.  This path is designed to help you build your skills as a humorous and engaging public speaker. The projects on this path focus on understanding your sense of humor and how that sense of humor translates to engaging audience members. The projects contribute to developing an understanding of how to effectively use humor in a speech, including challenging situations and impromptu speeches. This path culminates in an extended humorous speech that will allow you to apply what you learned.   Now on to Level 5 and path completion!  We can’t wait to see what comes next!

Club Events

Voices of Mount Pleasant Toastmasters Club Hosts Successful 2nd Annual Open House to Inspire New Speakers

Voices of Mount Pleasant Toastmasters Club, part of District 29, held its highly anticipated 2nd Annual Open House on Sunday, June 22, 2025, welcoming guests and potential new members for an inspiring afternoon of public speaking, leadership, and community engagement.   The Open House was conducted as a lively, hands-on Toastmasters meeting, giving attendees an authentic look into how club meetings are structured, with a dedicated Toastmaster of the Day, powerful prepared speeches, spirited Table Topics, and thoughtful evaluations. Guests were able to experience firsthand how the Toastmasters Program helps individuals build confidence, sharpen their communication skills, and become more effective speakers and leaders.   “Our goal with this Open House was to show the power and value of the Toastmasters experience,” said Club President Niecie Houston. “Whether you’re looking to overcome a fear of public speaking or to take your leadership skills to the next level, our club provides an inviting supportive environment for personal and professional growth.”   Several guests expressed strong interest in joining the club, inspired by the energy of the meeting, the professionalism of the speakers, and the warm, welcoming atmosphere. The club anticipates new memberships as a result of the event, further strengthening its mission to empower individuals through communication and leadership development.   Voices of Mount Pleasant Toastmasters meets twice a month on the second and fourth Tuesday at 7:00pm in person and virtually. All are welcome to visit, observe, and take their first step toward becoming more confident communicators.   Meeting Venue: Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church (Hybrid) (2516 Squirrel Hill Rd., Herndon, Virginia 20171, Phone: 703-793-1196). For more information about Voices of Mount Pleasant Toastmasters please visit our Website: voicesofmtpleasanttm.toastmastersclubs.org

Club Events

Wizard of Ahs Toastmasters Open House

ASCE’s Toastmasters Club, Wizard of Ahs, is hosting an Open House for all ASCE staff members to join on Thursday, September 25 from 12-1pm. We are a corporate club but it is open. Ready for fire pit-level conversation without the drama?  Come join ASCE’s Toastmasters Club for a Love Island-themed Toastmasters Open House where you can couple up with confidence, charisma, and communication skills! Whether you’re a bombshell looking to break the ice and meet fellow staff members, or just want to turn heads with your public speaking prowess – this is your moment. Will you couple up with Toastmasters for the ultimate connection? Check out our OSCAR page to learn more before the open house.    Agenda & What to Expect: Sizzling speech Cheeky table topics A taste of how Toastmasters helps you level up your leadership and speaking game It’s giving… growth, confidence, and good vibes. Microsoft Teams Need help? Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 252 534 301 166 8 Passcode: Py7Tn2Bt Dial in by phone +1 571-360-4714,,974166635# United States, Independent Hill Find a local number Phone conference ID: 974 166 635# For organizers: Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Privacy and security ________________________________________________________________________________  

Awards

Congratulations to Tanya Y. White-Deyo for coaching U Converse Masterfully Club

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Congratulations to these clubs for acheiving President’s Distighused in 2024-2025

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Congratulations to these clubs for acheving Select Distingushed in the 2024-2025 program yer

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Congratulations to these clubs for acheving Distingushed status in the 2024-2025 year

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