Toastmasters International is officially unveiling its refreshed brand on August 17, 2011. This strategic initiative will create a consistent look and feel for our organization worldwide. This is the first complete rebrand in Toastmasters' 86-year history, and as a result, all materials are being redesigned to match the new visual system. 

District 56 Toastmasters is Recognizing Our Best this year by awarding our winning clubs with newly rebranded prizes.  

These clubs will be recognized at our District 56 2011 Fall Conference on November 12, 2011.

Every club that achieves 5 or more Distinguished Club Program points and has 20 or more members or a net gain of 5 members since June 30, 2011 on October 31, 2011 will win a club banner customized with their club name.

These clubs will be recognized at our District 56 2012 Spring Conference on May 19, 2012.

Every club that achieves Distinguished, Select Distinguished, or Presidents Distinguished Club status on April 30, 2012 and did not win a banner on October 31, 2011 will win a club banner customized with their club name.

Every club that achieves Select Distinguished status on April 30, 2012 and won a banner on October 31, 2011 will win newly rebranded club officer badges.

Every club that achieves Presidents Distinguished status on April 30, 2012 and won a banner on October 31, 2011 will win a newly rebranded portable lectern. 

**Club achievements must be reflected on their Distinguished Club Report on the Toastmasters International website on the month-end reports for October, 2011 and/or April, 2012. 

 Check the EVENTS section on the District 56 website to locate a session which best suits your schedule and REGISTER today!

June 2011 Newsletter

Marketing Workshop is coming August 6th!

Call for Fall 2011 Conference Presenters

In preparation for this event, District 56 is in search of the best presenters in our district to help make this conference a success. You are invited to submit a proposal to share your experience and expertise with your Toastmasters colleagues at the Fall 2011 Conference. Others will benefit from your Communications and Leadership experience while you make a valuable contribution to the District 56 Toastmasters community.

Program Theme and Proposed Topics

Presenters are encouraged to submit proposals on any topics that they deem appropriate for this forum. The presentations that we select will likely align with one of the following program categories:

Personal and Communication Development: Improving all aspects of communication, speaking, listening, etc. Motivating and inspiring individuals to achieve their personal goals.

Professional and Leadership Development: Improving our ability to influence and lead others, manage Toastmasters Club performance, and enable desired results in Toastmasters and beyond. 

Empowering individuals with skills and tools for success in business, career, entrepreneurial or other professional endeavors.

Completed Presentation Proposals must be received by Wednesday, August 31, 2011.

Please review the Call for Presenters Details: 

D56 Fall Conference Website  

It contains vital information that will help to address any questions about the Proposal Submission Process. Speech Contestants cannot be Presenters.

Complete the 2011 Fall Conference Call for Presentation Application Survey Form  Presentation Application Survey

 Forms must be completed and submitted. Questions about this process may be sent via email: D56 Presentations Email or you may call Aundrae Romeo, DTM at 713.775.8397.

Please email D56 Presentations Email with a digital photo of yourself (cropped headshots preferred) to be included in the Conference brochure.

Register for the D56 Fall 2011 Conference

What if... 

� ...you could meet fellow Toastmasters from around District 56 for one day of networking, fun, and learning?

� ...you could attend two speaking contests sure to show off some awesome talent?

� ...you could attend educational sessions that would boost your speaking and leadership skills?

� ...you could do all of this - at one awesome event?

If any of those events interest you, you need to be at the District 56 Fall Conference this year!

When and Where... 

Date: Saturday, November 12, 2011, 8AM - 10:00pm

Location: Stafford Civic Centre, Stafford, TX