May 2022

Welcome the eleventh month of this Toastmasters year. It is time to visit our Spring Conference!

  • Accelerate your club growth and win prizes.
  • Be inspired by our District Trio.
  • Hear about our new clubs, Club Coach opportunities and events.

Organise an Open House, smile with our humorous series and so much more!
Join the Conference today
It's happening right now! Our Online Conference started on 6th of May and you still have a chance to join the party! It runs till 8th of May so get your ticket and witness the contests, as well as engaging speakers and useful workshops.
Incentives
Hurry up and add five new, dual or reinstated members between 1st May and 30th June. This will bring a special ribbon to display on your club’s banner, as well as additional £50 from the District to spend on your club improvements.
Wondering what other prizes are still available to be won? Check them out!
Message from our District Director
News from Rupa and Diane
The Race is on!

Who will be among the first 30 clubs to win £50 in the new Jubilember incentive in May, as well as £50 in the Beat the Clock campaign? And who will win the marathon achieving a net growth of 10 members and getting £100?

Can I ask you to double-check the information in the Find A Club page and ensure your club is not in the Atlantic Ocean. Respond to the potential new members coming to your club thanks to the Global Advertising Campaign.


Diane Richardson
Club Growth Director
Welcome to Oxford International Advanced Club
Have you completed Level 3 in a path or the Competent Communicator manual and now looking to level up? 

If you are a DTM and wish to deliver more challenging speeches/ keynotes/ workshops or if you are a member who wants to hear from professionals on how to use your skills to make money as a professional speaker
join Oxford International Advanced online club every 2nd and 4th Thursday 18:20-20:30 BST on Zoom and make your dream come true with this newest club in District 91.
Events This Month
Useful and interesting events are crafted for you by fellow members and leaders. Get the links and details in our District 91 Calendar and save the date.
  • 6-8 May - District 91 Online Spring Conference
  • 7 May - District Council
  • 11 May - Ascot & Bracknell Speakers Open House
  • 11 May - Shilling Speakers Open House
  • 12 May - Oxford International Advanced online club launch
  • 19 May - Pathways Pit Stop with Massimo Guadagnino
Please check our calendar to see the new events - and add yours.
The Laughing Toastmaster
Themed days in May are like confetti at a paper shredding party; abundant, useless and you can’t get them out of your hair.

Our Laughing Toastmaster Sonia Aste builds up excitement for three the most important days of the year - The District 91 Toastmasters Conference.

Check if you calendar for May is up-to-date and catch Sonia at the Conference.
Become a Club Coach
Are you willing to take your leadership skills to the next level? Or are you on your way to The Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) award?

Become a Club Coach and support a club in building rapport with their members, rebuilding membership and restoring club quality.

Learn more about Club Coach Program and find answers to your questions in Club Coach FAQ. Hear from our own Club Retention Team Lead Jacqui Rosser and check what roles are available right now. Contact Jacqui today to sign up.
May Magazine Available Now
The May issue of the Toastmaster magazine is full of exciting news and advice!

  • Find top tips to retain club members.
  • Learn how to enable more members to give more speeches by organising a Speakathon.
  • Discover your power of influence during a club meeting.
  • Master promotion as VP PR.
  • Learn where to find ideas for your speeches.
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