Dear District 91 Toastmasters,
Can you believe it, we are already three months into the Toastmasters year, summer is just about over and we are transitioning into autumn. The changing season brings with it a renewed sense of energy and momentum.
Let’s take a moment to celebrate how far we’ve come and look ahead to what we can still achieve in the final days of Q1 and into a powerful Q2.
Celebrating Your Successes
Congratulations to the following clubs:-
Renewing a 100% of their membership base by the 15th September
- EBRD Toastmasters
- FM Communicators
- HSBC 8CS London Toastmasters
- Northern Lights Speakers Club
- PMI UK Toastmasters
- UK Speakers and Leaders Toastmasters
- Wharf Speakers
Adding 10 or more members since 1st July
- 1st London Toastmasters 13
- Central London Toastmasters 14
- Holborn 16
- London Victorians 10
A special shoutout to our newest Club Coaches, Nick Ronald and Barbara Saph. Thank you for stepping up to support our clubs.
A massive welcome to our 232 new members who have joined us this quarter.
Do you have a ‘win’ to share with us, do send it through, they inspire others and show what’s possible. club.growth.director@d91toastmasters.org.uk
Renewals
is always so much to gain from being a Toastmaster, from building confidence to learning new skills as well as building a great network and lasting friendships. Do remember if you are participating in a Contest you need to have renewed to be a member in good standing and your club has to be in good standing. Have you renewed yet? Renewals close on 30th September. Don’t miss out.
Last few days of the Smedley Award!
Clubs have been busy adding new members and if your club adds 5 new, dual, or reinstated members between 1st August and 30th September, your club earns:
- The Toastmasters International Smedley Award
- A special ribbon for your banner
- 10% discount code for Toastmasters supplies
- Plus £25 from D91
Looking Ahead to October and Q2
My Why
This season, we’re creating a series of “My Why” reels to showcase our amazing members and we would love to feature your story. You can also post these on your clubs socials as this is a great way to attract new members.
Here’s how to do it (20–30 seconds):
- Start with a challenge e.g.
- “I used to freeze during presentations…”
- “Networking events made me nervous…”
- Share how Toastmasters helped
- “My club gave me a safe space to practice…”
- “I built confidence and leadership skills…”
- Show the result
- “Now I present at work with ease…”
- “I’ve made lifelong friends and mentors…”
- End with a call to action
- “That’s why I renewed and that’s why I stay and I encourage you to do the same!”
- Send your reel to allen@d91toastmasters.org.uk
- Keep it natural, keep it YOU – short, real, and inspiring.
Together, let’s show why Toastmasters is worth saying YES to!
Starting a club
We’ll be running ‘how to start a club’ webinar to include both community and corporate clubs for those that have an interest and just want to find out a little more. Dates to be advised shortly.
We are here to Support You
Whether you are a VP Membership looking to run an Open House, a Committee member considering running a Speechcraft session or a Toastmaster ready to coach a club, myself and the Club Growth team are just an email away. club.growth.director@d91toastmasters.org.uk
Warm Regards
Lynne
Lynne Gayer
Club Growth Director
Last Updated on 29th September 2025 by Allen Paul