District 106 Toastmasters Leadership Institute Agenda
Theme: Igniting Leadership in 2025: Skills, Strategy, and Community
Date: Saturday, January 4, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM CST
Location: Online
8:00 – 8:15 AM | Welcome & Opening Remarks
Set the tone for a powerful day with a warm welcome from the Event Chair, who’ll outline the day’s goals and provide a brief agenda overview. Get ready to ignite your leadership journey!
8:15 – 9:00 AM | Keynote Session: “Future-Proof Your Leadership”
Speaker: Inspiring Guest Leader TBD
This keynote session will focus on innovative leadership strategies for 2025 and beyond. Our keynote speaker will share insights on embracing change, building club resilience, and leading with vision in an evolving world.
9:00 – 9:45 AM | Workshop 1: “The Club Officer’s Toolkit”
This session offers a comprehensive toolkit for each club officer, emphasizing practical skills for club management, member engagement, and meeting excellence.
Breakout Rooms:
- Presidents & VPEs: Leading with Vision & Purpose
- VPMs & VPPRs: Engaging & Growing Your Club
- Secretaries, Treasurers & Sgts-at-Arms: Operational Excellence & Team Support
Facilitated by District Leaders
9:45 – 10:00 AM | Energizer Break
Take a quick breather with some interactive fun! Participate in rapid-fire polls, engage in short icebreakers, and get ready for the next round of workshops.
10:00 – 10:45 AM | Workshop 2: “Effective Communication for Leaders”
Club-Hosted Breakouts by District 106 Clubs
Experience hands-on learning in these club-led sessions, where leaders from selected clubs will share communication best practices that drive impact in their clubs.
Breakout Options:
- Breakout 1: Club A hosts “Giving Impactful Feedback” – Covering techniques for constructive feedback that motivates and fosters improvement.
- Breakout 2: Club B hosts “Building Member Rapport” – Sharing insights on strengthening club culture through active listening and personalized communication strategies.
10:45 – 11:00 AM | Virtual Networking Break: Power Connections
Jump into small breakout groups to discuss leadership insights, challenges, and ideas with your peers. This is a great time to meet other attendees, exchange ideas, and gain fresh perspectives.
11:00 – 11:45 AM | Workshop 3: “From Goals to Greatness: Achieving Distinguished Club Status”
Club-Hosted Breakouts by District 106 Clubs
In this session, leaders from selected clubs will offer their strategies for setting and achieving Distinguished Club goals, motivating members, and sustaining engagement.
Breakout Options:
- Breakout 1: Club C hosts “Creative Member Engagement” – Practical ways to keep members involved, inspired, and coming back for more.
- Breakout 2: Club D hosts “Tracking Progress & Celebrating Milestones” – Focusing on goal-setting, tracking progress, and celebrating successes to build club pride.
11:45 AM – 12:00 PM | Refresh & Recharge: Quick Energizer
Re-energize with an interactive activity: Toastmasters trivia, a quick stretch session, or a brief vision board exercise to refocus for the final part of the day.
12:00 – 12:45 PM | Panel Discussion: “Leadership Stories & Lessons from the Field”
Toastmasters leaders from District 106, including Area and Division Directors, share personal stories, challenges, and solutions that helped them grow as leaders. This Q&A panel offers invaluable insights and practical advice.
Panelists:
- Experienced Area and Division Directors
- Past Club Presidents
- Distinguished Toastmasters
12:45 – 1:00 PM | Closing Ceremony & Challenge for 2025
Wrap up with a recap of key takeaways and a motivational challenge to take your leadership to new heights in 2025. Be inspired to make an impact in your club, your district, and your community.
How to Register:
Secure your spot for the Online TLI by registering online. (Link coming soon!)
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