Hello, Toastmasters Champions!
As we close out October, I want to shout out the incredible dedication each of you has shown in growing and energizing our Toastmasters family. From hosting open houses and inviting new members to showing up week after week with a contagious positive spirit—your hard work is the fuel driving us forward!
“Get Your Money!” (thanks for the inspiration, Division Director Pearl ): We’ve got some fantastic incentives on offer for our clubs, so jump in and take advantage. Check out the full list on our incentives page here.
- Great Golden Quarter Incentive:We heard your feedback, and it’s clear—not only should 100% member renewal be celebrated, but 80% and 90% renewal rates should shine too! Thrilled to announce that 14 clubs have earned the Great Golden Quarter incentive, with special kudos to LSBU Public Speakers Club (B8) and Harrovian Speakers Club (L61) for hitting that 100% renewal by September 15th. Winning clubs, keep an eye out for an email with details on claiming your £40 voucher—make sure to claim it within 30 days! You can see the list of winning clubs
| Division | Area | Club Name | Eligiblity |
| B | 8 | LSBU Public Speakers Club | 100% or more |
| L | 61 | Harrovian Speakers Toastmasters | 100% or more |
| A | 46 | Wessex Speakers Club | 90% or more |
| D | 21 | Maidenhead Speakers Club | 90% or more |
| H | 35 | Beckenham Communicators | 90% or more |
| J | 4 | Thame Speakers | 90% or more |
| J | 7 | Oxford Speakers Club | 90% or more |
| B | 6 | London Olympians Speakers Toastmasters Club | 80% or more |
| B | 8 | London Toastmasters | 80% or more |
| B | 18 | London Cardinals | 80% or more |
| C | 5 | Bloomberg London Toastmasters | 80% or more |
| C | 34 | FTI Consulting UK | 80% or more |
| H | 35 | Bromley Speakers | 80% or more |
| J | 22 | Infineum Milton Hill Speakers | 80% or more |
- Smedley Award Success:Hats off to the 7 clubs that won the Smedley Award this year! Central London Toastmasters (B9) and London Toastmasters (B8) led the charge, adding 17 and 15 new members, respectively. Winners, watch for your email with voucher claim instructions (again, 30 days to redeem).
Growing Membership: We recently hosted a panel on “Growing Membership” with Division Directors sharing some brilliant “Back to Basics” strategies. Catch the recording on the District 91 YouTube channel—it’s packed with ideas to help your club thrive. Plus, our pledge to “Bring a Friend” is going strong. Will you bring a friend to your next meeting?
In October, six clubs hosted Open Houses with solid membership conversions. Shoutout to our Club Growth lead for Open Houses, Ariane Allin, who’s hosting a webinar on February 23, 2025. She’ll be sharing success stories and top tips to help you grow your club before the next renewal cycle.
It’s incredible to see clubs welcoming new faces and adding a spark of energy to meetings across the district. The passion for personal and professional growth we share is what brings us together and keeps us pushing forward.
As we progress through the second quarter of the Toastmasters year, let’s keep the momentum going! Try something new to attract members or plan a themed meeting to boost engagement. Some clubs host wedding speech workshops, group hikes, or comedy nights—it’s all about building that camaraderie! Sometimes small actions, like checking your club’s online details or personally inviting guests to join the club after the meeting, can make a world of difference.
Remember, you’re not in this alone. We’re all here to support each other. If you need tips, resources, or just a boost of motivation, reach out to your club leaders.
Happy Anniversary! To all clubs chartered in October, happy birthday, with a special shoutout to London Athenian Speakers Toastmasters Club, celebrating a fantastic 30 years this month!
Let’s keep building our clubs and make this a journey we’re all proud to be part of.
With gratitude and excitement for the future,
Warm regards
Seema Menon, DTM
D91 Club Growth Director
Last Updated on 29th October 2024 by Allen Paul