We are currently updating our Training and Education pages. If you don’t find what you are looking for, please contact our Training Lead, Janet Alkema.
We are compiling a Directory of Trainers who will be able to deliver training for your events, whether for COTs, TLIs, Contests or workshops, Please see details below. We are also keen to hear from those trainers who would like to be added to our Directory. Please complete the form to express your interest.
The other way we are supporting D91 in delivering excellence for our members is with our informal Drop-In Sessions. We have experts in the subject to answer your questions and give you helpful tips and advice. These are for one-hour and on topical subjects as we go through the year. If there are subjects you would like to have covered, or ones that you would like to deliver, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Janet.
Some of our previous Webinars are still of great value. These can be found on our YouTube channel, and some are listed below.
Our mission for the Trainers Directory is to create a diverse and skilled group of trainers who make quality training easy to access to support club and District success and help members grow as confident leaders.
Below is a table of our approved trainers together with their profiles, contact links and areas of expertise
Trainers’ Directory
Name Topics
Kevin Harrington – Seasoned Business Leader & Toastmasters Trainer
With 10 years in Toastmasters and 25+ in business leadership, Kevin empowers members through strategic growth, engaging training, and real-world expertise in leadership and communication.
For full bio see here
Areas of Expertise:
– Club growth strategies and member retention
– Executive leadership development for Presidents, VPEs, VPMs
– Public speaking mastery and presentation skills
– Contest coaching and mentorship
– Strategic planning and organisational developmentPresident, VPE,
Seema Menon, DTM
Profile
Conflict Resolution
Alison Morris, DTM
Profile
ContactClub Success Plan, Organising Contests, Judging Contests, Succession Planning
Janet Alkema, DTM
Profile
ContactCOTs, VPE role, Secretary role, MOTs
Jeevan George
Profile
Contact
Clare Crowther, DTM
Profile
Contact
COTs, Secretary role, how to be an Accredited Speaker
Allen Paul, DTM
Profile
ContactJudging Contests, PR and Marketing, Canva Tools
Smita Narayan, DTM
Contact
Smita, a two-time DTM and Division Director, mentors extensively, develops clubs, delivers diverse leadership and speaking workshops, and champions Toastmasters’ growth, brand, and member-focused training across multiple districts.
See full bio here
Club Coach or Mentor, Succession Planning, Pathways, BaseCamp, Succession Planning, Conflict Management
Sarah Beckwith
Contact
Sarah, an experienced trainer and leader, has held key roles in Toastmasters, JCI, and charities, delivering workshops on leadership, teamwork, governance, and productive meetings across Europe. Sarah is the B18 Area Director for 2025/26 and was the 2019/20 District 91 Parliamentarian.
See full bio here
COTs, TLIs, DOT
Paul Walsh, DTM Contests and Judging
Sean Dean Club Success Plan
Marc Lottig, DTM VPE Role
Drop-In Sessions
| Name | Trainer | Dates | Registration Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Completing CSP | Alison Morris, DTM | Wednesday 17th Sept @ 7pm | Register here |
| Completing CSP | Alison Morris, DTM | Friday 12th Sept @ 8am | Register here |
| Judging Demystified | Juli Chapman | Wednesday 10th Sept @ 7pm | Register here |
| Completing CSP | Alison Morris, DTM | Friday 5th Sept @ 12.30 | Register here |
| Completing CSP | Alison Morris, DTM | Wednesday 3rd Sept @ 7pm | Register here |
| VPE Skills No. 1 | Marc Lottig, DTM | Friday 8th August @ 8am | Register here |
| Contests and Judging No. 1 | Paul Walsh, DTM | Sunday 10th Auguat @ 7pm | Register here |
| Club Success Plan No. 1 | Sean Dean | Sunday 17th August @ 7pm | Register here |
| VPE Skills No. 2 | Marc Lottig, DTM | Tues 19th August @ 7pm | Register here |
| Club Success Plan No. 2 | Sean Dean | Wed 20th August @ 8am | Register here |
| Contests and Judging No. 2 | Paul Walsh, DTM | Thurs 21st August @ 8am | Register here |
Webinars
| Title/Description | Date | Length | Presenter | Topic |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Using AI for Marketing and PR | 50 mins | Allen Paul, DTM and 24-25 PRM | PR & Marketing | |
| Advanced Canva Workshop | 55 mins | Allen Paul, DTM and 24-25 PRM | Canva, Design, PR & Marketing | |
| How to hold a successful Open House | 2025 | 60 mins | Sean Dean, 24-25 Div Director and Club Growth Lead | Club Growth |
| How to run a successful contest | 2025 | 60 mins | Arnaud Sartre, DTM and 24-25 Chief Judge | Contests |
| Understanding the new BaseCamp | 2025 | 60 mins | Juli Chapman, AD Div J | BaseCamp |
| Canva Basics | 2025 | 60 mins | Allen Paul, DTM and 24-25 PRM | Canva |
| What is Speechcraft and how to run one | 2025 | 55 mins | Emmanuel Karamagi, 24-25 Speechcraft Lead | Speechcraft |
| How to use Concur | 2025 | 60 mins | Stuart Marshall, 24-25 DFM | Concur |