March 2025 Leader Letter

Schedule Candidate Talk Time — Have you scheduled a conversation with the international candidates yet? To learn about the candidates, visit the biography pages on the International Officer and Director Candidates on the Toastmasters International website. Then, use this online scheduling form to schedule time to talk.

Help Clubs Maintain Good Standing — Remind officers to submit membership dues payments for the next renewal period by March 31 to help their clubs remain in good standing. If clubs in your District are struggling with membership, consider offering them a Club Coach if they qualify.

Corporate Recognition Award Nominations Now Open — If your District is scheduled for an official International Officer or International Director District Visit this spring, consider nominating up to two corporate sponsors for this distinguished award. Nominations are due 6-8 weeks prior to your event. Visit the Corporate Recognition Award program webpage today for information on nomination requirements and criteria, marketing materials, and to submit your nomination form. The final date to submit a nomination is April 1.

Prepare for Quarterfinals — To prepare for your District International Speech Contest and quarterfinals submission, review the Checklist for District Leaders and the quarterfinals success email series. These documents include important information and resources that will contribute to a successful recording that meets the recording requirements outlined in the Speech Contest Rulebook.

Retain Your Members and Grow Your Club — Club growth is about more than numbers — it’s about ensuring members are engaged, inspired, and continually learning. Learn the four pillars of a healthy club to make sure your club meets your members’ needs.

How Mentoring Builds Strong Clubs — Find out how mentoring benefits all members and grows your club. Then, discover five tips to build a solid mentoring program in your club, or improve the one you have.

Meet the Women at the Top of Toastmasters — Discover the journeys of the four women on the Executive Committee, and how their leadership experiences have shaped their lives. Then hear from them in the Women in Leadership webinar recording.

2025 District Leader Training and International Convention Registration Information — This year, registration for District Leader Training and the International Convention will be separate. All members and leaders are encouraged to register now for the 2025 International Convention and help us get the next 100 years started! After District elections have been finalized, newly elected 2025–2026 District Directors, Program Quality Directors, and Club Growth Directors will receive details and registration information about 2025 District Leader Training via email.

International Officer Candidates Nominated — The Toastmasters International Leadership Committee has nominated International Officer candidates. Voting will take place as part of the 2025 Annual Business Meeting in August. Find out more about the nominated candidates by visiting the International Officer and Director Candidates webpage.

Pathways Engagement Supports Overall Engagement — Supporting members in completing levels and paths in the Toastmasters education program is vital for their growth and success. By encouraging this progress, you help clubs achieve Distinguished status, strengthening the entire District's performance and creating a thriving environment where both leaders and members continuously develop their skills.

Path Completions — As you prepare for a successful end to the program year, keep in mind that members don’t receive Distinguished Club Program credit for completing a path until the Path Completion section has been fully completed—this means there’s an additional project for them to complete once they’ve submitted Level 5. To assist in accuracy, the dashboard was recently updated to ensure that this educational award is reflected accurately as Path Completion.