Valerie E. Lyons, DTM

2025 Winter TLI Dean

Welcome Fellow District 103 Toastmasters Members!

"The T-Factor:" Time, Teamwork, and Transformation, sets the stage for an unforgettable season of growth and excellence.

This year, we honor Time as the journey that has brought us here, Teamwork as the driving force that carries us forward, and Transformation as the lasting legacy we create together.



We are also honored to feature our keynote speaker, Mark Brown, the 1995 World Champion of Public Speaking, who will inspire and challenge us to elevate our leadership and communication.

Get ready to experience:

• Empowering leadership sessions designed to equip you for success in every role,
• A vibrant community where collaboration and celebration ignite fresh ideas, and
• Tools and inspiration to help your clubs thrive in 2025 and beyond.

Your decision to invest your time here reflects your commitment—not only to your own development, however, to the continued success of District 103. Together, we will make this TLI a powerful launchpad for the year ahead.

Let’s make the most of this moment, learn from one another, and lead with purpose as we embrace "The T-Factor!"

With excitement and gratitude,


Valerie E. Lyons, DTM

2025 Winter TLI Dean, District 103

Get ready to be transformed with Mark Brown, CSP, 1995 World Champion of Public Speaking, as he takes the virtual stage at District 103’s 2025 Virtual Winter Toastmasters Leadership Institute on Saturday, November 8, 2025.

His keynote will challenge, inspire, and empower you to embrace "The T Factor "- A Formula for Excellence aligning with the theme of our event.

1995 World Champion of Public Speaking Mark Brown will offer Techniques, Ideas, Principles and Suggestions (TIPS) for using the T-Factor to achieve higher levels of Toastmasters Excellence.


📅 November 8, 2025, 9:30 AM-3:00 PM CDT



📝 Register now!



2025 Winter Toastmasters

Leadership Institute

T-Factor Educational Speakers

Dr. Nikeya Young, DTM

SESSION: 

"Get Yo Mind Right! 
A Toolkit for Contagious Transformation"





Kareem Rogers
EC5, DL4

SESSION: 

 “Spotters Make You Stronger:

The Untapped Power of Teamwork in Toastmasters and Beyond”

Melody Byrd, DTM


SESSION: 
"You Have the Right to Remain Silent...But Should You? 
The Unexpected Between Communication and Time Management"

Valerie Fuson, DTM 
D30 PDD (2023-2024)

SESSION: 
“From Ordinary to Extraordinary:

The Road to Smedley Distinguished”



T-Factor

BONUS WORKSHOP

Mark Brown, CSP

"ATE Ways Leaders Get Things Done"

🔥 You Cannot Miss This Bonus Workshop! 🔥

After your training, stay for the powerful bonus session, “ATE Ways Leaders Get Things DONE!”, presented by Mark Brown, CSP, 1995 World Champion of Public Speaking.


📅 Saturday, November 8, 2025

📍Virtual – District 103 Winter Toastmasters Leadership Institute

Leadership success doesn’t just happen—it’s achieved through practical teamwork, proven principles, and powerful execution. In this dynamic workshop, Mark Brown will share real-world leadership strategies that help you inspire others, work smarter, and truly get things DONE!

💡 This session is for everyone—officers and members alike—ready to grow, lead, and make an impact!

Register Now and Be Part of the Excellence

ATTENTION!

You must attend the morning keynote presentation, one educational session, PLUS the club officer role breakout session to earn credit for the second round of club officer training. Don't miss the BONUS workshop with Mark Brown!!! 

If you are in multiple clubs, and attend a club officer session, you will get credit for all club officers' roles.

If you belong to another district, once you finish training, email District 103 Program Quality Director, Dr. AlyceAnn Williams, DTM5 at pqd@d103toastmasters.org, to send your club officers training to your District Program Quality Director.

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