When: August 6, 2022, from 9:00 am till 10:30 am America/Chicago Time zone
Where: Virtual Event. Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvcuuopjIsHte_fes4VBCxsIqdvpDttClS
Who: District Executive Committee
District 106 Council Meeting August 6th 2022 Read More »
District Director Edward Aylward lead the 2024 business meeting on Saturday, April 27, 2024.
The meeting began with the Canadian and American anthems. You can find the anthems on YouTube by clicking the buttons:
Mel Fiecke-Ekensteen, DTM read the District Mission.
Diane Windingland, DTM, presented the Credentials Report – a quorum was present.
The Agenda was adopted.
The Minutes of the previous meeting held on Sep 23, 2023 were approved.
Reports were made by the Division Directors, Executive Team, and Trio.
The District Realignment was discussed , motion passed, no objections received and the alignment passed.
The District Officers for 2024-2025 were elected as follows:
Division Director Katy Hursh; Program Quality Director Matthew Villella; Club Growth Director Ashok Sunkavalli;
Division A Director Lesley Harding; Division B Director Chengtao Wang; Division C Seth Baetzold;
Division D Director Beth Plamondon; Division E Director Christa Walter.
These officers were installed by Immediate Past District Director Gopu Shrestha.
No new business.
The District Director adjourned the meeting.
Business Meeting Results April 27 2024 Read More »
The following are District 106 leadership candidates for Toastmasters year 2024 – 2025.
| ROLE | DLC Candidate | Floor Candidate | Floor Candidate |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Director | Katy Hursh, DTM | – | – |
| Program Quality Director | Matthew Villella, DTM | – | – |
| Club Growth Director | Anna Gaichas, DTM | – | – |
| Club Growth Director | Brian Perry, DTM | – | – |
| Club Growth Director | Ashok Sunkavalli | – | – |
| Division A Director | Lesley Harding | – | – |
| Division B Director | Chengtao Wang | – | – |
| Division C Director | Seth Baetzold | – | – |
| Division D Director | Beth Plamondon | – | – |
| Division E Director | Christa Walter | – | – |
District 106 Leadership Committee Candidates Read More »
Happy New Year 2024 District 106. With the new year I am sure that many of you are looking forward to a year of growth in 2024.
Why not resolve to take a step forward in your leadership skills. We are looking for candidates for leaders for the 2024 – 2025 Toastmasters Year!
You might have seen from several communications on this topic via email, District 106 Newsletters.
Do you know someone who fits that description? We are looking for nominations for the leadership roles of District 106 who fit that description. If you would like to nominate someone for leadership (someone you know or yourself), please fill out the Nomination Form below and send it to tm.gopu.shrestha@gmail.com.
I became a leader because someone asked me to take that next step in my leadership journey and I’ve continued on this journey to give back to my fellow Toastmasters and the organization that has helped me so much. If you know someone to ask, or you want to give back, fill out and send me the Nomination Form below. Thanks!
The District Leadership Committee is accepting nominations for the following elected roles:
Go to Toastmasters International’s explanation of the District Executive Committee Roles.4
Leadership position descriptions, including the competencies and responsibilities for each (consider using the Call for Nominations form).
Call for District Candidates
If you are interested in leading your District in building new clubs and supporting all clubs in achieving excellence, watch this video from 2023-2024 International President Morag Mathieson.
https://www.toastmasters.org/leadership-central/district-leader-tools/district-management/elections-toolkit/call-for-district-candidates
To discuss these roles and/or declare your intent to run for a role, please contact District Leadership Committee (DLC) Chair, Gopu Shrestha, DTM by the end of Dec 31, 2023. Once you’ve declared your intent to run, you’ll then schedule an interview and complete the nomination forms (below).
To complete your nomination, please complete and submit the following forms to Gopu Shrestha, DTM before your interview.
Gopu Shrestha, DTM
Immediate Past District Director, D106
Toastmasters International
Where Leaders Are Made
LinkedIn Profile Cell: 401-662-9836
Email: tm.gopu.shrestha@gmail.com
Website: www.toastmasters.org
District Leadership Nominations Read More »
Thank you to all who participated in our hybrid Spring Conference Speech Competition. Congratulations to all the winners!
District 106 Spring Speech Contest 2023 Results Read More »
The following are District 106 leadership candidates for Toastmasters year 2023 – 2024.
| ROLE | DLC Candidate | Floor Candidate | Floor Candidate |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Director | Edward Aylward, DTM | – | – |
| Program Quality Director | Katy Hursh | – | – |
| Club Growth Director | Ashok Sunkavalli | – | – |
| Club Growth Director | Matthew Villella, DTM | – | – |
| Division A Director | Dana Lamminmaki | – | – |
| Division B Director | – | Brian Rice, DTM | – |
| Division C Director | – | Brian Perry, DTM | – |
| Division D Director | Sara Bateman, DTM | – | – |
| Division E Director | Leo Smith, DTM | – | – |
District 106 Leadership Committee Candidates Read More »
Welcome to Toastmasters! Great to have you with us! The following document is everything you need to know as a new member in one place. Hopefully this helps you on your journey with us and your journey to become a better YOU!
Our Spring Conference Team is excited to announce registration is now open for our 2023 Spring Conference in Duluth, MN on May 12th and 13th. This will be our 1st in person Spring Conference since the pandemic began. Now is the time to celebrate and have fun.
Seas the Moment! This is our theme for the Spring Conference.
Below is a snapshot of what will be taking place at the conference.
If you would like to register for the Spring Conference, here is the Eventbrite URL for this event:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tm-d106-conference-may-12-13-2023-registration-527900062297
For questions regarding Registration please contact: Crystal Anderson at 4funhiking@gmail.com
If you would like to volunteer to assist at the Spring Conference, please contact: Keith Hardy at keithandre63@gmail.com
To learn more about the Silent Auction and/or to donate to the Silent Auction, please contact: Wulfgar at tm.wulfgar@gmail.com
For questions regarding District Speech Contest please contact: Ed Aylward at tm.ed.aylward@gmail.com
For questions regarding the Spring Conference please contact: Sue Scholtz at toastmastersue@aol.com and/or Kimberlee Redington at tmkimberleedtm@gmail.com
We can’t wait to see everyone at the Spring Conference,
Sue and Kimberlee
Spring Conference Co-Chairs
Registration is now OPEN for District 106 Spring Conference 2023 Read More »
