For more than 20 years, Bonnie has participated in Toastmasters in District 36. She is a frequent TLI trainer, and enjoys helping everyone develop to their potential. She likes to develop her creativity in Toastmasters, handcrafts, or cooking. She's earned two DTMs and has served as a club officer more times than Toastmasters has been in existence.
AnnMarie Walker is the Program Quality Director for Toastmasters District 36. AnnMarie previously served the district as an Area Director, Division Director, TLI Dean/Instructor, Logistics Manager, Conference Contest Chair, and, most recently, a Finance Manager.
Gwendolyn Miller, affectionately known as “Gwen,” is District 36's Club Growth Directory. Gwen previously served in the roles of Division Director, Area Director, TLI Dean, TLI Educational Coordinator, District 36 Conference Registrar, as well as club roles such as the President, Vice President of Education, and Sergeant at Arms, and Vice President of Membership.
Sandra Coles-Bell has been a member of Toastmasters International for 26 years where she was able to actively learn communication skills and strive to satisfy her quest to become proficient in executing effective communication and leadership. She has reprised her role in District leadership as she most recently served as the District 36 Director for the current Toastmaster’s year 2020-21, having served as the District Director in 2008-09. Last summer Sandra was invited by Toastmasters International to serve as a panelist on its webinar series on Cross Cultural Communication discussing the topic Know Your Audience which was viewed by over 5,000 Toastmasters throughout the series. She (Red/White) is the mother of three children (2 Whites and a Yellow) and the grandmother of three (Red/White/Blue). Note that she is a certified Color Code™ facilitator.
An award-winning public speaker and published author, Tammy Wylie is a life-long learner and teacher. She earned an MA degree in Mathematics from Ohio State University in 1989 and the Distinguished Toastmaster designation from Toastmasters International in 2016. A Stephen Ministry Certified lay-counselor, with a Life Coaching Certificate from the Academy of Modern Applied Psychology, Tammy is also John Maxwell Team Certified Coach, Speaker & Trainer. Seven years of classroom teaching experience and 31 years of Department of Defense service gave her ample instructing, coaching, and mentoring practice. Tammy now lives in Clemson, SC with her favorite husband!
Janice Strachan has been a member of Toastmasters since 1994. She joined after completing a Speechcraft class, and began her leadership journey soon after. She most recently served as the District 36 TLI Chair. She has served in every club officer role, and as Area Governor, Division Governor, District Secretary, Conference Chair, Speakers Bureau Chair, and Club Coach Chair. Janice also served on Regional and International Conference Committees. Janice is currently a member of four clubs: Agricultural Research Center, NTL Advanced Speakers, Jim Whitney, and Riverside.
Originally from the Chicago area, Scott has been a Toastmaster for 16 years. He has served as an officer many times and is a past District Governor (District Director) of District 36. He currently work for Fairfax County Government as the Emergency Management Coordinator of the Land Development Services Department. Previously, he spent many years as a volunteer and employee of the American Red Cross. Scott is a proud alum of the University of Miami. Go CANES!
Samuel Nathanson serves as the Webmaster for District 36. Previously, Samuel served as the Club President of EasyTech Toastmasters and the Zoom Team Lead, which manages Virtual Contests, Business Council Meetings, and Virtual TLIs. Samuel wants to ensure that District 36 is up-to-date with the latest technology, and is adamant on communicating accurate information through the District 36 website.
The logistics manager selects meeting locations and organizes the room, ensuring the atmosphere is conducive to successful events, such as business meetings, speech contests and training. The logistics manager sets up necessary equipment, assists district leaders with meeting arrangements, distributes program materials, keeps track of district property and addresses disruptions during events. Proven abilities in organization and diplomacy are a must for this role.