District 13 Toastmasters 2014 Fall Conference Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel in Erie, PA

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FALL CONFERENCEDISTRICT 13

October 17 & 18, 2014

Toastmasters 90th Year: Celebrate the Value of the Journey

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Table of Contents and AgendaDG, LGET, LGM and Conference Chair GreetingsDistrict Executive CommitteeKeynote SpeakerTable Topics ContestMorning Workshops Afternoon WorkshopHumorous Speech ContestAdvanced Toastmasters ClubsSponsorships

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Table of Contents and Agenda

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM7:00 PM - 9:00 PM 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM

RegistrationFriday Night Fun Night First Timers Reception

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Registration Credential Check-inBreakfast BuffetLine up of Banners/Lineup of District Officers Opening CeremoniesDarren LaCroix Break and moveTable Topics ContestBreakMorning Workshops Break and moveHall of Fame LuncheonBreak and moveAfternoon WorkshopsBreak and moveHumorous Speech ContestBreak and CredentialsDistrict Council MeetingBreakInternational Banquet

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Dear Fellow Toastmasters – Welcome to the District 13 Fall Conference and Happy 90th An-niversary to Toastmasters International! It is an honor and pleasure to be here with you this weekend. We are excited to celebrate this milestone and the journey it took to get here. Each Toastmaster knows, it is the journey where you grow. Today will be part of your journey. I hope you enjoy the day, discover a new technique or skill, and make a new friend. Fall Conference chair, Hollis Batista, ACS, ALB, Area 2 Governor and Josué Batista, DTM, Lieutenant Governor of Education and Training, along with their team have put together an exciting event that will not soon be forgotten. It takes months of planning and preparation to put on an event of this magnitude. Thank you to all of our committee members. Every one of you have helped make a difference to the members of our district. We are honored to have 2001 World Champion of Public Speak-ing, Darren LaCroix, here to energize, educate and entertain us all

District 13 Governor

Melissa McGavick, DTMDistrict 13 Governor 2014-2015

weekend. Today, you will have the opportunity to learn in a variety of workshops. You will find yourself laughing with the some of the district’s best humorous speakers during the Humorous Speech Contest and be amazed with the fast thinking and quick wit of the Table Topics Contest participants. During the Hall of Fame Luncheon, join us as we recognize the educational achievements of our members so far for this year and celebrate the achievements of clubs from the previous year. The Toastmaster of the Year, Area Governor of the Year and Division Governor of the Year will be Announced. I encourage you to lean into the opportunities here today. Learn. Grow. Participate. A journey always begins with a single step. What step will you take today? Before you know it, you will be… “Leading the Way. Leaving a Legacy.”

Warmest Regards!

Melissa McGavick, DTMDistrict 13 Governor, 2014-2015d13gov@d13tm.com

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Lieutenant Governor Education & Training

Welcome Fellow Toastmasters and Friends! By being here, you are making our District 13 Fall Conference, “Toastmasters 90th Year: Celebrate the Value of the Journey”, a remarkable success!

Life is a journey with challenges and opportunities along the way. The Toastmasters educational program has been evolving over the last 90 years to become the leading experiential educational program in the world! Since Dr. Smedley started the program, millions of individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life have travel along the path to better communication and effective leadership.

You should be proud of your accomplishment, motivation, drive and passion to make the very best of this remarkable educational opportunity. It is up to you to realize the value! Join other fellow

toastmasters and support each other at club meetings, special projects, and attending district sponsored events like this fantastic conference. A very dedicated group of your fellow Toastmasters have worked quite hard to get this conference off the group and make the experience the very best for all of us. Thank you so much to all of you who promptly responded to the call to volunteer and lead, together we celebrate the journey, cheers!

Josue Batista, DTM District 13 Lieutenant Governor Education & Training 2014-2015

Lieutenant Governor MarketingFellow Toastmasters and guests, welcome to our Fall Conference in Erie, PA. I believe in making the Toastmaster experience available to all of those who are interested in participating; and we want all Toastmaster members to have a positive, supportive, and beneficial experience in their club. Events like this fantastic conference are designed to enhance our experience, learn, connect, and continue the journey Toastmasters has set for each one of us.

For 90 years, this organization has thrive to provide every individual in the world with their voice and their conviction to

lead effectively. As we build new clubs and support all clubs, we are ensuring that our journey is purposeful and rewarding. Enjoy the conference and get involved in the most rewarding journey of all, starting new clubs and giving fellow members the opportunity to set their own destiny, their own path.

Eric Shultz, ACB, ALB District 13 Lieutenant Governor Marketing, 2014-2015

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Welcome Fellow Toastmasters and Guest!

Come join us in celebrating Toastmasters International 90th year by “Valuing the Journey!”As your Conference Chair, I have the honor of working with a fabulous team of hard working Toastmasters. We hope to inspire, motivate and empower you throughout this weekend, with fun, educational magical experiences!

Toastmasters, you may be asked to click your shoes, no matter what color, and realize there is no place like District 13’s Fall Conference!

My team and I will help you take each step, to follow the yellow brick road into the magical land of our keynote speaker Darren LaCroix, the 2001 World Champion OF Public Speaking. Darren will be sharing his brand new productions: Just for Laughs, From Chump to Chump and Your Heroes Journey.

Continue your journey to the magical Land of “The Wizard Oz, for Friday Fun Night, learning about goals, courage, determination, intelligence, the importance of a heart and teamwork! Don’t under estimate the power of networking during Fun night!

Build your yellow brick road Saturday by continuing into the magical journey of two great contest, Humorous and Table Topics and six great workshops:

Dale Fox presenting “How to Craft an Inspiration Speech”Stephanie Simmons presenting: “Tips & Tricks to Membership”Paul Matthews presenting: “Putting Prosperity Principles into Practice” William (Bill) Cassels presenting:“P.I.A.N.O. Persistence In Achieving New Outcomes”Nate Dunlop presenting: “Staging your Speech for Methodical and Meaningful Movement”Missie Berteolli presenting: “Mental Mastery”

Toastmasters and guest, as you journey through the two days of District 13’s Fall Conference, reflect back on your yellow brick road and how you discovered your inner strength, wisdom, courage, humanity and resilience.

Thank you for coming and I look forward to seeing you at the conference!

Dr. Hollis R. Batista ACS, ALBDistrict 13 Area 2 Governor

D13 2014 Fall Conference Chair

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District 13 GovernorMelissa McGavick, DTM

Lieutenant Governor Education & TrainingJosué Batista, DTM

Lieutenant Governor MarketingEric Shultz, ACB, ALB

Immediate Past District GovernorSteve Templeton, DTM

Public Relations OfficerMichele Papakie, ACB

District SecretaryGale Hauck, ACB, ALB

District TreasurerBruce Tenenbaum, ACS, ALB

Sergeant At Armsllona Berkoben, DTM

Division A GovernorJay Fisher, ACB, ALB

Division B GovernorLisa Pustelak, ACS, ALB

Division C GovernorJennifer Sell, DTM

Division D GovernorBetsy Johnsen, ACB, ALB

District Executive Committee2014-2015

Division A

Area 1 GovernorChris Rodenbush, ACS, ALB

Area 2 GovernorHollis Batista, ACS, ALB

Area 3 GovernorKandice Shomo, CC, ALB

Area 4 GovernorCarol McClain, ACB, ALB

Area 5 GovernorJim Perry, ACB, ALB

Division C

Area 21 GovernorDave Jones, ACS, ALB

Area 22 GovernorLong Trinh, CC

Area 23 GovernorJill Tuttle, CC

Area 24 GovernorJames Gurksnis, ACB, CL

Division D

Area 31 GovernorScott Herring, ACB, ALB

Area 32 GovernorAshley Nowlen, CC, ALB

Area 33 GovernorPaul Matthews, ACB, ALB

Area 34 GovernorZenia Ayrton, ACG, ALB

Area 35 GovernorCarolyn Krachkowski, CC, ALB

Division B

Area 11 GovernorMike Staropoli, CC

Area 12 GovernorKathleen Kuznicki, ACB, ALB

Area 13 GovernorBill Diamond, ACG, CL

Area 14 GovernorMary Yonkers, DTM

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Ballroom | 8:25 am - 9:10 am

Your Hero’s Journey

Would you like to affect your audiences at a deeper level? Want your presentation to be remembered for years to come? How can you do that with just one change in your hero’s journey?

Come find out…

This is not some new technique or speak-ing strategy. This unique presentation will change how you look at presentations and your journey, Darren-teed.

If you think you have seen Darren LaCroix before, you will be surprised. This is a brand new presentation that has only been given once before.

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Darren LaCroix | Keynote SpeakerWorld Champion of Public Speaking

Keynote SpeakerDarren LaCroix

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Table Topics Contest

Table Topics Contest Agenda Ballroom | 9:30 AM - 10:25 AM

Contestant Briefing Joe Arnold, DTMChief Judge Briefing Michael Bloeser, DTM

Call to Order Virgil Eichenlaub, ACS, ALB

Welcome Joe Arnold, DTM

Let the Contest Begin!

Contestants (in alphabetical order):

Speaking Order Place ____ Debra Bober ____ ____ Kathi Finch ____ ____ Amanda Haines ____ ____ Travis Lodolinski ____ ____ Stephanie Richman ____ ____ Alex Sovorov ____ ____ Michael Stanley ____ ____ Charlie Wilson ____

Announcement of Speaking Order Joe Arnold, DTM

Please observe a minute of silence between each contestant with an indefinite period of silence after the last speaker. Note: Speaking order was determined via drawing with the contestants, during the pre-con-test briefing.

Contestant Interviews Joe Arnold, DTM

Presentation of Awards Joe Arnold, DTM

Announcements Joe Arnold, DTM

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Dale FoxGriffin Room |10:40 AM -11:25 AM

Stephanie SimmonsOtter Room |10:40 AM -11:25 AM

Everyone has something to share that can inspire, uplift and change people, but they require “special handling” to hit your target.

Dale will address elements of how to choose, design and de-liver an inspirational speech that also entertains, persuades and informs.

This will be based on her speech “Never Say Can’t” about my per-sonal experiences with a close friend of Dale’s who is a quadriple-gic – who will also be attending the 2014 District 13 Fall Confer-ence as a new Toastmaster.

Dale is a member of Elk County Toastmasters club.

Are you struggling with attracting members to your club? Do your visitors leave and not return? Do your new members get engaged?

There are many things your club can do to attract new mem-bers. Perhaps this workshop can provide you with some tips and tricks to assist.

Stephanie is a member of Culturally Speaking Toastmaster Charter Member of Culturally SpeakingFormer VP of Membership of Culturally SpeakingCurrent President of Culturally SpeakingAchievements: CC & CL.

Tips & Tricks to Membership

How to Craft an Inspiration Speech

Morning Workshops

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Paul MatthewsSafe Harbor Room |10:40 AM -11:25 AM

Have you ever wondered how some people seem to have no trouble accumulating wealth while others can’t ever seem to get ahead? Ultimately, the distinguishing difference between them is the principles they use to manage their money.

In this workshop, you will learn to develop a positive attitude about money, budget your personal finances, set a course for achieving your long term goals, and make the whole process simple, easy, and even fun to do!

Paul is a member of Dawn Patrol & ProMasters clubs.

Putting Prosperity Principles into Practice

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William (Bill) CasselsGriffin Room |1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

Nate DunlopOtter Room | 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

In Toastmaster magazine June 2012, it stated ”Music may come as close as we can get to expressing what we cannot say.” This workshop goes one step beyond to enable participants to use music to express, in words, their most intimate feeling and form them into a speech that demands to be heard over and over again.

Bill is a member of Cambridge Toastmaster Club (Ontario, Canada).

Why do you move and where do you move when you speak? Are you making maximun use of the stage? How do you map out your speech to enhance your structure, content, and delivery? All these questions relate to staging so, what is staging? This work-shop will give you an introductory insight on how staging makes your speech more interesting, understandable, and visible.

Nate is a member of McKeesport Area Club.

Staging your Speech for Methodical and Meaningful Movement

P.I.A.N.O. Persistence In Achieving New Outcomes

Afternoon Workshops

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Missie BerteottiSafe Harbor Room |1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

All performances need a certain blend of the how to’s combined with the psychology or attitude. Whether it’s playing a golf tournament, delivering a speech, being on a job interview, we all have to learn both sides of this equation; the mechanics and the psychology. As a Professional golfer for 14 years on the LPGA Tour, it is Missie’s professional opinion that the mechanics are taught much more frequently in our society while not as much attention is placed on the psychology of performance.

Missie’s Mental Mastery Program ™ is a much-needed workshop on how to learn about and experience the psychology of per-formance! During this workshop, Missie is going to demonstrate and lead a interactive practice session on 3 of the 10 mental mastery principles outlined in Missie’s book.

Missie is a member of Dawn Patrol & ProMasters clubs.

Mental Mastery Program™

Afternoon Workshops

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Humorous Speech Contest

Humorous Speech Contest Agenda Ballroom | 2:30 PM - 4:05 PM

Contestant Briefing Betsy Johnsen, ACB, ALBChief Judge Briefing Francine Milligan, DTM

Call to Order Virgil Eichenlaub, ACS, ALB

Welcome Betsy Johnsen, ACB, ALB

Let the Contest Begin!

Contestants (in alphabetical order):

Speaking Order Place ____ Claudette Biers ____ ____ Malissa Clay ____ ____ Mike Dalton ____ ____ Katina Hunter ____ ____ Tammy Mariutto ____ ____ Vanessa Mathews ____ ____ Alexandra Sabina ____ ____ Nate Stephens ____

Announcement of Speaking Order Betsy Johnsen, ACB, ALB

Please observe a minute of silence between each contestant with an indefinite period of silence after the last speaker. Note: Speaking order was determined via drawing with the contestants, during the pre-contest briefing.

Contestant Interviews Betsy Johnsen, ACB, ALB

Presentation of Awards Betsy Johnsen, ACB, ALB

Announcements Betsy Johnsen, ACB, ALB

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Toastmasters provides a safe, low-cost, and effective learning environment for people looking to im-prove their communication and leadership skills. ProMasters bridges the gap for those who want to take those skills and monetize them.

PROMASTERS CLUB2nd & 4th Fridays 7-9 PMGiantEagleCranberry•MeetingroominBeerMarket20111 US 19 – Cranberry, PA 16066

Contact us for more information: Russell Drake (President) russell@russelldrake.com or Jim Perry (Membership) jperry59@comcast.net

The Next Step Club - Division D’s Advanced Toastmasters Club

WHEN: 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesday’s from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM WHERE: 525 William Penn Place - 11th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA

We welcome you to visit and hope you will join us soon. If you are close to completing your Competent Communicator or already have your Competent Toastmaster or Competent Communicator award, we would love to have you as a member of our club!

Advanced Toastmasters Clubs

Do you have the “Speaking Bug”?

It’s sort of like the Flu Bug without the aches and pains and runny nose. If you have it, you know it!

If you have it, you should be aware of a Speaking Bug Support Group, better known as

Achievers Toastmasters Club #902

Here’s what Achievers has to offer people with the Speaking Bug: Evaluators who understand the needs of Advanced Speakers Coaches and Mentors who understand your situation Networking with other skilled speakers and with District 13 Leaders

What do you have to do to be a part of this Speaking Bug Support Group? Actively participate in a meeting one Sunday per month Maintain membership in your home club Complete your CC (visitors are welcome before they complete the CC)

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UPCOMING MEETINGS Meetings are from 2:30 – 4:30 pm, followed by optional “Post-Toasties” dinner

Sunday, October 26, 2014 Sunday, November 16, 2014

Eat’n Park in Robinson Township Monroeville Public Library 100 Park Manor Drive 4000 Gateway Campus Blvd, Pittsburgh PA 15205 Monroeville, PA 15146 Meet and eat in the “Meeting Room” Meet in “Program Room” downstairs Dinner after at a local restaurant

Membership

Contact Phone #: 740-589-0900 email: members-902@toastmastersclubs.org Website: achievers902.toastmastersclubs.org

5 Steps to Successful Leadership

Workshop 11/16/2014

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