By Amanda Lay, DL5 This is for our fellow Toastmaster, Avniel Serkin Ahmed. I grew up with Avniel. We went to elementary school together and have kept in touch all these years. I am heartbroken by his tragic, shocking passing at the age of 41. Avniel was kind, gentle, and […]

By Amanda Lay, DL5, Dynamic Leadership Proficient. I always enjoy the Toastmasters District 36 Spring conference.  The conference is one of my favorite events and is a highlight of the Toastmasters year for me.  So much so that I have attended EVERY District 36 Spring Conference since joining Toastmasters in 2003! […]

International Speech Contests are underway across District 36. Congratulations to all who have stepped up to be contestants at the club and area level, moving out of their comfort zone and giving it their all! Everyone is encouraged to hear the Area-winning speeches by attending or volunteering at the Division […]

by Amanda Lay I am a person of many hobbies. In life, I wear many hats. I am a person of faith, a daughter, a sister, an Aunt, and a friend among many others. Of all of my hobbies, Toastmasters is probably among my favorite. The leadership and public speaking […]