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At the annual Business Meeting on April 30, 2011, the District 66 Coun-

cil approved (by a vote of 100-28) the District 66 Realignment for 2011-2012

with five divisions to better serve the member clubs. Refer to the chart on

pages 2 and 3 of this publication for realignments relative to the current divi-

sion breakouts.

The Alignment Committee concluded and the District Council sup-

ported by their votes that the timing for realignment was essential to increase

service to clubs, offer increased leadership opportunities for our members, and

better posture the District for continued success.

The newly elected Division Governors will join the following elected Of-

ficers to serve the proud tradition of District 66 leaders.

� District Governor Elect—A. Alan Tuten, DTM

� Lt. Governor Education & Training Elect—Daphne Hill, ACS, CL

� Lt. Governor Marketing Elect—Pete Moyer, ACS, CL

� Treasurer Elect—Ian Henry, ATMG

District 66 RealignmentDistrict 66 RealignmentDistrict 66 RealignmentDistrict 66 Realignment Jerry Keast, DTM, District 66 Governor

THE DOMINION TRAVELER

Di s t r i c t 66 T oa s tma s t e r s , R eg i on 7 June 2011, Volume 35, Issue 4

360o 16

Central Division Governor 6

Contact Us 12

District Achievements 8

District Governor 4

District 66 Performance 6

District 66 Realignment 1

Eastern Division Governor 7

Important Dates 16

Laugh Out Loud 13

Lt. Gov. Education and Training 5

Lt. Governor Marketing 5

Notable Quotes 16

Saying Yes to Leadership 11

Think It through… 14

Use the Eight-Second Rule 13

Toastmasters Brand Refresh 7

50 Year Celebration 16

Heat Stress Warnings 12

Inside this issue:

District 66 Realignment (Continued)

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Division A – Western Division: Kathy Reynolds, ACG, ALB, Division Governor Elect

Area 11

(W01)

389 Chamber Voices Toastmasters 562 Lynchburg Toastmasters

3305 Danville 3115 Rivercity

926 Genworth Toastmasters 594729 Lynchburg City Toastmasters

Area 12

(W02)

620 Valley Easy Speakers 3351 Blacksburg

3715 Christiansburg 885034 National Eagles Toastmasters

Area 13

(W16)

6915 Toastburner Toastmasters 7537 Vinegar Hill Toastmasters

725421 Monticello View 1188255 Gold Standard

Area 14

(W18)

2675 GE Salem Toastmasters 7333 Speakers Bureau – Blue Ridge

595720 The Best Part Toastmasters 788088 ITT Night Talkers Toastmasters

1206897 TMEIC Talkers

Area 15

(W22)

1514 Blue Ridge 7324 Piney Mountain

787701 Harrisonburg 1192877 Sperry Marine

Area 16

(W23)

1011 Roanoke 5366 Blue Hills

3822 Franklin County Toastmasters (W10) 8976 Talk-of-the-Town

1229358 NS Star Toasters

Division B – Central Division (North James): Linda Kennedy, ACB, ALB, Division Governor

Area 21

(C03)

3724 Prime Time Speakers 6201 City Talk

6857 West Creek Toastmasters

Area 22

(C06)

1397 Richmond 2661 West End Toastmasters

9166 Generally Speaking Toastmasters 744680 Fresh Expressions

1141952 Southernly Stated

Area 23

(C17)

1961 Saint. James Platinum Speakers 649145 SPBC

845125 Six Points of Hope 845129 All Souls Community Toastmasters

1320484 Supervalu

Area 24

(C20)

3167 Midtown Toastmasters 9134 VCU Toastmasters

6380497 Speakers of Authority Toastmasters 1098578 James River

1301596 The Dominators

Area 25

(C25)

1482 Eloquently Said Toastmasters 6473 Opportunity Toastmasters

1010907 SunTrust Mid Atlantic 1063172 Step to Success

1426147 Testifying Toastmasters

5688 Innsbrook Toastmasters 1024785 Power Lunch Expressions

1215395 Lovers of Language 1377996 Dominion Innsbrook Toastmasters

Area 26

(New)

� Division A Governor Elect—Kathy Reynolds, ACG, ALB

� Division B Governor Elect—Linda Kennedy, ACB, ALB

� Division C Governor Elect—Claude Stevens, DTM

� Division D Governor Elect—Andrea Morgan, DTM

� Division E Governor Elect—Eureka Collins, CC, ALB

The support and service of each member within our

(Continued from page 1) District is valuable, essential to our continued success

and much appreciated. As such, I challenge each of us

to “Model - “Living the Toastmasters Promise” in all we

do and success will be assured and each individual and

this District will be better served by that model.

The following is a list of the new alignment. Old

Area names are highlighted in blue and in parenthesis.

Unpaid clubs are also highlighted in blue.


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Division B (continued)

Division C – Central Division (South James): Claude Stevens, DTM, Division Governor

Area 31

(C04)

7954 10X Speakers 9008 Innovative Speakers

9202 Articulators W/O Calculators 585659 Succinctly Said

735075 Cliosophy 1152426 Triumphantneers

Area 32

(C06)

243 Richmond Fedmasters 5869 Beyond Toastmasters

6595 City Stars Toastmasters 9425 Speakdot Toastmasters

TBD United TM of Maywill

Area 33

(C19)

5790 Chesterfield Toastmasters 679461 Voices of Confidence

857247 Correctionally Speaking 940584 Bon Air Toastmasters

Area 34

(C21)

8662 Tricity Toastmasters 660497 Defense Masters

787398 Eloquent 1038726 Dupont Toastmasters

1529155 Positive Speakers 1529147 Toastmasters 2.0

Area 35

(C24)

3282 Motivators Toastmasters 3648 Faith Talk

694869 First Choice Toastmasters 855854 Very Articulate Master Communicators

TBD VAM Voices

Division D – Eastern Division (Peninsula): Andrea Morgan, DTM, Division Governor

Area 41

(E05)

7596 Cavalier 2619 Peninsula Toastmasters

608355 Langley Toastmasters 1216231 Yorktown Community-Educators

Area 42

(E08)

771 Western Branch Toastmasters 795323 HRSC East Masters

981604 Toast of the Town 1180940 Suffolk Complex

TBD Words of Knowledge

Area 43

(E12)

1918 Mulberry Island 2220 Oyster point Speakers Toastmasters

3386 Voices of Williamsburg 8413 Old Point Comfort

9038 Cyd Thorp Poquoson

Area 44

(E13)

5037 Com-Unity Speakers Toastmasters 7013 CBN/Regent Toastmasters

1596714 Elite Performers One 1596716 Elite Performers Two

Area 45

(E15)

3184 NASA Langley 6068 Seafarers Toastmasters

736086 Spear & Gear Toastmasters 837484 At the Helm

1674369 Motivating With Voices

Area 46

(New)

8089 Chubb Masters (E13) 1314916 Talk of the Tree (E13)

1316509 Ameritoasters (E13) 1537421 Ready Set Speak (E13)

Division E – Eastern Division (Southside): Eureka Collins, CC, ALB, Division Governor

Area 51

(E07)

2674 Virginia Beach H.S. Toastmasters 3267 Virginia Beach

5099 City of Virginia Beach 6956 Pleasant Grove Articulators

Area 52

(E09)

686 Morgan Martin 3431 Three letter Toastmasters

916942 Southside Verizon Toastmasters 1197223 Flagship

1558821 Words of Knowledge (E08)

Area 53

(E11)

6822 City of Norfolk 9041 Visionaries Toastmasters

1002826 Tower Toasters 1108261 Toasters on Track

Area 54

(E26)

5746 Uptown Voices Toastmasters 8301 New Horizons

9394 Atlantic 9841 Bayside Speakers Toastmasters

960968 Speak Easys

Area 55

(E27)

8053 Tidewater Toasters 873644 Toast of the Roads

1117227 Titan Mix Masters 1270318 Transformational

Being a toastmaster means more than simply making

a commitment to self-development. Instead, we are

making a commitment to the club, to its members, and to

the organization as a whole. As such Own and Model

that commitment.

Hopefully, you were formally inducted into the club

as a new member and took the oath to live the

Toastmaster’s Promise and Model the club’s mission to

provide a mutually supportive and positive learning

experience so each member grows.

The Toastmaster’s Promise contains serious words

demanding from each of us to Step Up Our Game and

appreciate that in spite of what we’re experiencing in our

lives we made a commitment that we should never take

lightly so I challenge you to own, embrace it and Model

Its Tenants.

The Toastmaster’s Promise in summary generally

includes:

� Attend meetings and be prepared.

� Provide helpful and constructive feedback.

� Contribute to a positive and friendly environment.

� Serve in leadership positions when others witness your

contributions and ask.

� Share your experiences to extend the toastmasters

family.

� Maintain honest and ethical standards.

I admit it’s difficult to continuously provide that

much of oneself but when I did always felt the positive

feedback from those friends around me and the “Joy of

Service” became meaningful. As such I morphed into

something bigger than myself with the confidence that

others wanted me to succeed and was there for me.

DG Honoring Our Proud Tradition… Model the Toastmaster’s Promise Jerry Keast, DTM


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Enjoy the trip and confidently know it’s worth it and

the bumps in the road offer leadership opportunities

and builds your character so don’t miss them but stand up

tall with the friends you built to successfully deal with

them.

The Joy of Service is the reward for being part of

something special by opening hands of service that

embraces the simple truth of an organization dedicated to

improving the lives of others by simply caring enough to

help others successfully reach their personal goals.

Dr. Ralph Smedley embraced that simple truth in a

Los Angeles Library basement in 1924 and through the

multiple faces of individual toastmasters through its 87

year history each of us share responsibility to ensure that

legacy continues.

Through your dedication and support expect success

and to continue in a 50 year legacy that began on July 1,

1961 for District 66. As such join me in honoring our

proud tradition by recognizing those Past District Leaders

who served our District proudly and through your

commitment ensure our future in an organization that

continues to give to all its members.

I challenge each of you to step up and be part of a

Success Story …

YOURS and

thank all who

stood up to ensure

our mutual

successes and

remain indebted to

you for doing so.


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I'm so honored that the District has placed

its confidence in me to serve as your Dis-

trict Governor next year, and appreciate all

Jerry Keast has done. In reflecting on the

Spring Conference, I am so grateful for those who worked so

hard to produce it and uplifted by the gracious visit we had from

Gary Schmidt.

The TI schedule is relentless ... so much to do, and yet the

past year has flown by. District performance reports have me

cheering the incumbent leaders as they strive to reach their

goals. Meanwhile, we're getting ready for

Summer Leadership Institute because we

want the club leaders to have every edge in

leading their clubs to a successful year.

There are also changes from

Toastmasters International due to the re-

branding efforts, the changes in the Distin-

guished District Program, and the upcom-

ing International Convention. It doesn't

take a rocket scientist to realize that I'm going to need, among

other things, some of the following skills:

≈ time management ≈ Teambuilding

≈ goal setting ≈ Planning

≈ Delegating ≈ Prioritizing

≈ Encouraging ≈ resourcing

We learn these skills in Toastmasters not just by reading a

book or by watching someone else; we learn by doing, and we do

so in a low-risk, supportive environment. So, let me urge all of

you to take similar journeys as you grow and develop. Set new

goals and. step in to new opportunities. Be willing to risk failure

by taking on a little more than you think you can handle. Allow

yourself to be vulnerable and depend on others from time to

time, and support them as well in their journeys. Stand ready to

forgive shortcomings. And don't forget to say those magic words

like 'I'm sorry' and 'thank you'.

LGET Alan Tuten, DTM

We can still “Beat the

Clock”! If we each “dig in”

and focus on our goals, we

can reach our individual and club goals by June

30! Here’s how:

≈ Bring two people with you to your next

meeting.

≈ Prepare your guests before they attend – tell

them what Toastmasters is all about and

WHY they want to be a part of this fantastic

organization

≈ Carry membership applications with you and

USE THEM!

≈ Call members who have stopped attending

and encourage them to come back.

≈ Make every meeting a great meeting! That

means value for you AND for your guests!

≈ Sell the benefits, show the product so the non

-member can experience the organization,

then, seal the deal – close on the sale and

bring in a new or reinstated member today!

Congratulations to new club officers. See

you on June 25 for leadership training. Con-

gratulations also to all the New Clubs that have

become a part of the District 66 family so far this

year:

Chesapeake

≈ Elite Performers One

≈ Elite Performers Two

Norfolk

≈ Berkley’s Confident Communicators

≈ Words of Knowledge

(Continued on page 7)

LGM Daphne Hill, ACS,

CL

There also are

changes from

Toastmasters

International due

to the rebranding

efforts...

“The End is Near...and So, The

Final Curtain.” That is an old

school song...... as we bring to an

end a wonderful era in the Central Division of District 66.

Didn’t we have fun this year by capturing our members’

interest so that they became engaged in the process of

learning! The notable George Washington Carver once

stated, “Education is the key to unlock the golden door of

freedom.” Yes, we opened the doors because we operated

under the premise that “Learning Is Fun!”

As the Central Division year winds down, I want to

extend special thanks to the team of Area Governors who

worked very hard for our Division. Many of you have al-

ready received notice that your Area is Distinguished, Se-

lect Distinguished, or even President’s Distinguished. I

want to commend you for those accomplishments this

year. We were able to continue the legacy of the Central

Division with these accomplishments. The majority of our

team members demonstrated a continued desire towards

learning, evaluated where they were as individuals, and

recognized that for self-improvement, one had to make

changes within.

The success of the Central Division would not have

taken place without the continued support of our Division

leaders and club members. I especially appreciate the club

members who

supported the

Division by at-

tending the

learning oppor-

tunities, partici-

pating in the Contests, and representing your clubs at other

Division activities.

Thanks to all members of the Royal Purple Royal Purple Team Team for the support given at the Central Division Contest in

early April. Kudos to the following winners from the Cen-

tral Division at the 2011 Spring Conference: Table Topics

Contest: Robin Byrd, 1st Place; International Speech Con-

test: Rita Moore, 1st Place and Dante Jackson, 2nd Place.

Finally, CONGRATULATIONS to the newest DTMs from

Central Division: Gloria Broom (Eloquent), Paula Ellis

(SPBC), Alfreda Page-Garner (SPBC), and Malissa Short-

White (SPBC).

Thank you, thank you, and thank you to all members

of the Central Division for a memorable close to this era in

District 66, because as usual, the Central Division antici-

pates a President’s Distinguished Central Division!

“The end is near…and so, the final curtain.”


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Central Division GovernorCentral Division GovernorCentral Division GovernorCentral Division Governor Glennys E. Fleming, ACB, ALB

District 66 PerformanceDistrict 66 Performance As of June 15, 2011

Club Base 121 Membership Base 4784 CCs to Date 153 ACs 73

Active Clubs 127 Membership Payments 4507

Paid Clubs 122

Goals for June 30 124 Goal for June 30 4879 Goal for June 30 167 Goal for June 30 47

District is behind 2 District is behind 372 District is behind 14 District is ahead 26


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Richmond

≈ Motivating With Voices

≈ Positive Speakers

≈ Toastmasters 2.0

Virginia Beach

≈ Ready Set Speak

With our new clubs and our determina-

tion to bring the benefits of Toastmasters

membership to more people by June 30, 2011,

we can BEAT the CLOCK!

(Continued from page 5)

The Toastmaster Year is almost over and there are too many

people to thank for their service and leadership. My special

thanks to the awesome Area Governors of the EAST in Dis-

trict 66 for raising the bar on leadership. They have espoused leadership by

leading by example, listening, training and encouraging. To use a twist on

Daphne Hill’s acronym SMILE - speakers make interesting leaders and educa-

tors, whereas, I say “speakers make incredible leaders and educators”. So smile and become a better leader! Smile and

encourage your leaders so others will want to step up and serve in the future. I found by being a Toastmaster leader you

actually have more opportunities to speak in front of more groups. You have more opportunities to speak to motivate.

You have more opportunities to speak to persuade. You have more opportunities to speak to make a positive difference.

At Toastmasters we need to encourage leadership like we do communications. Leadership has more influence on mak-

ing a difference in our lives and others around us. Develop a nostalgia for the future by becoming a leader yourself. It

will change your life and your perspective.

Eastern Division GovernorEastern Division GovernorEastern Division GovernorEastern Division Governor Peter Moyer, ACS, CL

LGM (continued)

We’re in the midst of an exciting time in

the history of Toastmasters International—on

Wednesday, August 17, 2011, Toastmasters

International will officially unveil its re-

freshed brand! Although the mission of the

organization, and what it represents, has not

changed since Toastmasters was founded in 1924,

the needs and ideals of our members and prospective members have

evolved. The refreshed Brand symbolizes that evolution.

Because the brand launch is still a few months away, all of the

details are not yet available. You can find the answers to your

brand-related questions by visiting “Rebrand Facts” on the Toast-

masters International website. This document will be updated peri-

odically, so check back often.

In the months leading up to the rollout, you may find items

you are hoping to purchase through the online store are unavailable

as a result of inventory levels becoming depleted. We apologize for

the inconvenience and are committed to replenishing all products

by August 17, 2011.

The Toastmasters Brand RefreshThe Toastmasters Brand RefreshThe Toastmasters Brand RefreshThe Toastmasters Brand Refresh News from Toastmasters International


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Central Division

Altunisik, Adnan CC Fleming, Glennys E. ALB Lindquist, Ray ACG

Alwaale, Rushdan CC Fleming, Jeffrey C. CC Liu, Hongrui CC

Applegate, Sarah CC Fontroy, Dennis CC Liu, Shujian CC

Asante, Jennifer LDREXC Ford, Reginald Darnell ACB Lloyd, Frederick CC

Beattie, Kathy Ann CC Frick, Janet CC Londow, Deon E. CC

Binford, Virgie M. CC Geiger, Marcia C. CL Lopez, Jesus R CC

Binford, Virgie M. ACB Gordon, Michael CC Louie, Brent Andrew CC

Blake, Alice CC Graves, Annette CC Lynch, Abby CC

Blowers, James V. CC Green, George CC Lynch, Abby CL

Borman, Connie A. CC Guruvell, Venkata Subbarao ACB Maine, Tom CC

Brooks, James Herbert CL Guruvell, Venkata Subbarao ACS Mallory, Doris A ACB

Brooks, Nedra CC Guruvell, Venkata Subbarao ACG Maloney, Patrick M CL

Broom, Gloria ALS Gutner, Sophie ACS Markus, Cheryl L CC

Broom, Gloria DTM Hadank, Michael CC Markus, Cheryl L CL

Broom, Gloria LDREXC Haller, Adam ACS Mayer, Brian M. CC

Brown-Burton, Linda D. CC Haltom, Rickey W. CC McLain, Amie J. CC

Burgo, Lisa CC Harte, Vicky ALB Miller, Gordon CC

Byrd, Robin C. CC Hartman, Tammy J. CC Mobley, Sandra F. CL

Carter-Thompson, Sheryl CC Harvatine, Philip A. CC Mobley, Sandra F. CC

Chandler, Trumekia D CL Harvey, Ronald CC Monroe, Denise ACB

Chemau, Katie ACB Hein-Harmon, Carmen CC Moore-Jones, Ardell L. CC

Cohen, Deborah E. CC Helms, David CC Myers, Ross CC

Coleman, Josette M. CC Hess, David M. CC Nelson, Meredyth CC

Copeland, Vanessa CC Hill, Daphne A. ACB Newquist, Matthew D. ALB

Cruse, LaDonna G CC Hill, Daphne A. ACS Nowlin, Jessica CC

Davis, Jacquelyn K. CC Hinson, Carrie Ann CL Noyes, Shane CC

Davis, Kimberly CL Holcomb, Sherry J ACB Nunn, Paige CC

Davis, Kimberly CC Holley, Dueyea ACB Owen, Margaret Lovelace CC

DeAstra, Lore CL Houze, Shirley B. CL Page-Garner, Alfreda LDREXC

DeAstra, Lore ALB Houze, Shirley B. ACS Page-Garner, Alfreda ACG

Dozier, Diana H. CC Howard, Jawea D. CC Page-Garner, Alfreda DTM

Dozier, Diana H. CL Jones, Gale R. CC Page-Garner, Alfreda ALS

Eget, Lisa L ACB Jones, Gregory Dean CC Parent, Gerry F CC

Ellis, Pauline ALB Kennedy, Linda S. ACS Pegram, Shirley T CC

Ellis, Pauline ACS Kennedy, Linda S. ACG Pegram, Shirley T CL

Ellis, Pauline ALS Kolonay, Elizabeth Ann CL Pegram, Vianney Minerva ACG

Ellis, Pauline ACG Kruse, Mary ACB Powell, Twyla P. CC

Ellis, Pauline DTM Lackey, Steve CC Puller, Joyce B. CL

Ellis, Pauline LDREXC Leaton, Janet K. ALB Quenan, Tricia CC

Fegan, Lois E. CC Lehr, Amy H. ACB Ramasamy, Ratha ACB

Fleming, Glennys E. CL Lewis, Jeffrey CC Randolph, Robert CC


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Central Division (continued) Randolph, Robert CL Short-White, Malissa ALB Truax, Eileen CC

Reilly, Karen CC Short-White, Malissa LDREXC Turcotte, Karolyn D. CC

Roach, Michele C. CC Short-White, Malissa ALS Wakefield, Ericka ALB

Roach-Serry, Thelma R. ACB Short-White, Malissa ACG Wakefield, Ericka ACB

Robinson, Beatrice ALB Short-White, Malissa DTM Wallace, Brenita ALB

Ross, Beverly E CC Smith, Pamela Jean CC Way, Susan J. CC

Rowe, Emmanuel CC Statton, Sylvia Doretha CL Weddle, Maura CC

Rowe, Emmanuel CL Stevens, Claude CC Williams, Douglas W. ACS

Sanders, Elwood CC Stevens, Claude CC Wilson, Joyce H. ACB

Saultz-Dikteruk, Roxi CL Sudhakar, Tharak CC Wilson, William T. CC

Scaturro, Donna ALB Sundar, Kuzhalmozhi ALB Wood, Frank E. CC

Schultz, Mary Lee CL Swenck, Marcia A. CC Wood, Frank E. CC

Schultz, Mary Lee ALB Taylor, David CC Wroniesicz, Camellia H. LDREXC

Shanbhogue, Raghavendra P. CC Toliver, Pamela A CC Wynn, William T. CC

Short-White, Malissa ACS

Eastern Division Arrington, Merlene, R CL Crawford, Debra CC Hardin Mann, Anne ACS

Arrington, Merlene, R ACB Curtis, R. Vernelle ACS Harman, Harry Edward ACS

Barnes, Marie ACB Curtis, R. Vernelle CL Harman, Harry Edward CL

Barnes, Marie ALB Davis, Nicholas CC Harman, Harry Edward ALB

Biondo, R A. CC Deal, Gary L. CC Harman, Harry Edward CC

Biondo, R A. CL Downing, Joseph CC Harman, John G. ACB

Bolton, Tabetha ALB Dweandel, Kenneth L. CC Harman, John G. CL

Bolton, Tabetha ACS Elston, Tiffany CL Harris, Nicole Monique CC

Bond, Ordean Wynn CL Elston, Tiffany CC Hogg, Nancy M CL

Bond, Ordean Wynn ACS Fink, Yvonne T. CL Jenkins, Sheree A CC

Bosch, Teresa L. ACS Fink, Yvonne T. ALB Jenkins, Sheree A CL

Bostick, Denita Michelle LDREXC Fink, Yvonne T. ACB Jenkins, Sheree A ALB

Bostick, Denita Michelle CC Fox, Danita Y. ACB Jones, Diertra D CC

Boyd, Brian A. ALB Frank, Madeline ACS Kahookele, Vici Jo ACS

Boyer, Richard E ACS Frank, Madeline CL Keast, Jerry L. LDREXC

Brodie, Rose Mary CC Frank, Madeline ALB Keast, Jerry L. DTM

Burke, Teressa Faye CC Fromal, Betty J. CC Keast, Jerry L. ALS

Caragan, Napoleon CL Gallagher, Kathleen Ann CC Kingsepp, Dan CC

Carroll, Debra J. CC Gardner, Christy Lyne CC Kingsepp, Dan ALB

Carter, Jane CL Gillerlain, Frank H. ACS Laury, Joyce C. CC

Charlton, Linda CC Gillerlain, Kathleen D. ACG Langlands, Peter B. ACG

Charlton, Linda CL Girardi, Erin CC Laury, Joyce C. CC

Charlton, Linda ALB Girardi, Erin CL Ledbetter, Jessica M. ALB

Clemmer, Jerry CC Gleason, David Alan CC Lewis, Clifton CL

Collins, Eureka F. CL Goad, H. Steven ACS Lewis, Michelle A. CL

Collins, Eureka F. ALB Gordon, Teressa D. ALS Lewis, Michelle A. ACB

Collins, Eureka F. LDREXC Gregory, William H CC Lieu, Vincent V. ACB

Corum, Patricia Y CL Grossman, Bernard CC McCarthy, John A. CL

Cox, Dorothy W. CC Grossman, Sharon Douglas CC McGlone, Evora H. LDREXC


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Eastern Division (continued)

McGlone, Evora H. ALS Norbutus, Diane CL Smith, Crystal T. ALB

McKnight, Lakeisha Monique CC Norbutus, Diane ACB Smith, Terri CC

Miller, Kent Robert ACS O'Brien, Michael J CC Steele, Deborah J. ACB

Morgan, Andrea C. LDREXC O'Malley, Virginia M. ACB Stewart, Barbara J. PACS

Morgan, Andrea C. CL Rafferty, Jennifer ACB Sutton, Alicia G CC

Morgan, Andrea C. ACG Raimona, Regina R. ALB Thompson, Kate CC

Morgan, Andrea C. DTM Raimona, Regina R. ACB Thurkettle, Paul ACG

Morgan, Andrea C. ALS Raymond, Patricia L. ACG Tyree, Shirley Hunter ACB

Morgan, Andrea C. ACS Renda, Anne B. ALB Walz, Michael CC

Moyer, Pete G. ACS Riddick, Raye L. ALB Weston, Terrie Lynn ALB

Moyer, Pete G. ACG Riddick, Raye L. LDREXC White, Celeste Nichole CL

Moyer, Pete G. LDREXC Riddick, Raye L. PALS White, Mary F. CC

Moyer, Pete G. ALS Rifflard, Christine L. CC Wilson, Stacy M. CL

Moyer, Pete G. DTM Robinson, Reginald N. CC Wilson, Stacy M. LDREXC

Myrick, Angela CL Seibert, Jeffrey L. CC Wood, Colleen CC

Nannery, Linda L. CC Seibert, Laura D. CC Wright, Barbara T. CC

Naylor, Thomas CC Smith, Crystal T. CC Wuori, Charles R. CC

Neal-Bey, Vanessa Blackman CL Smith, Crystal T. CL Young, Corey D CL

Nelson, Barbara Jo ACB Smith, Crystal T. LDREXC

Western Division

Andrus, Leslie CC Huang, Ruomei CC Sepesi, Greg J CC

Baranauskas, Jonas M. CL Hung, Daniel CC Seymour, JoAnn DTM

Broaddus, Anita W. CL Jani, Dipal CC Sherbin, Karin DTM

Brubaker, Daryl Mark CC Jani, Dipal LDREXC Smith, Karen Lovegren CC

Brubaker, Daryl Mark CL Jani, Dipal CL Stevens, Moses B. CC

Campagna, Joseph M. ALB Mattingly, Brooke E ACB Stickler, Ben N. CC

Carter, Melvin D CC Miles, David A CC Stickler, Ben N. CL

DeVries, Eric Nolan CC Miles, Jayme D CC Taylor, Jennifer V. CC

Dickinson, Roxanna M CC Mitchell, Case ALB Tipsword, Pamela CL

Dupuis, Amy ACS Mungle, Bruce W. ALB Torrance, Ellen M. CL

Dupuis, Weldon Joseph CC Munson, James E. CC Turcotte, Robert CL

Fisher, David E ACB Myers, David L CC Tuten, Alan A. ALB

Francis, Laura A CC Owens, Patrick D. CC Tuten, Alan A. CC

Gamble, Dian C. ACS Perry, Howard L ACB Tyree, Connie M CL

Gonyer, Kenneth E. ALB Reynolds, Kathy M CC Vernon, Bobbie Losee CC

Harris, Kelvyn A. CC Reynolds, Kathy M CL Wilson, Brent CL

Harris, Kelvyn A. ACB Reynolds, Kathy M ACG Wokutch, Richard CC

Hoffman, Katherine Ballard CL Rosillo Dominguez, Claudia Fabiola LDREXC Woodworth, Laurel A. CC

Hogle, Jean G. ACB Rudel, Nancy A. ACB Zayas, Karen LDREXC

Hogle, Jean G. CC Rudel, Nancy A. CL Zayas, Karen ACS

Honaker, Darren C. CC Saxby, Morgan P CC Zayas, Karen ALS

� Knows that nothing is accomplished alone, but

requires teamwork. The Leader understands that

teams are people who come together for a common

goal, and that achieving that goal is totally

dependant upon the commitment and work.

� Knows when to lead and when to follow. A Leader

finds the right time and right way to let each team

member shine.

� The Leader remembers to consistently recognize

the talents and accomplishments of team members

and others in an appropriate manner.

To Lead or Not to Lead…

If you want to learn how to be a good leader, but

don’t have the much experience yet, consider being a

Toastmasters Leader such as a Mentor, Evaluator,

Membership Builder, Good Speaker, who sets the

example, Enthusiastic Encourager of members,

Committee/Team member, Speechcraft or Youth

Leadership Coordinator. Earn your Competent Leader

and Advanced Leader Award or complete the High

Performance Plan. Not only will you grow as a leader,

but you will increase your self confidence.

Colin Powell said:

“Organization really doesn't accomplish anything. Plans

don’t accomplish anything either. Theories of

management don’t matter much. Endeavors succeed or

fail because of the people involved. Only by attracting

the best people will you accomplish great deeds.”


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To Lead or Not to Lead…

Have you ever accepted a leadership role because

your good friend needed your help and he or she just

couldn’t find anyone else who could do it? You really

didn’t want to do it, didn’t have the time to devote to

being a leader, but you know the story:

Your friend says to you, “There isn’t much work.

I just need a name to put on the list and I’ll help you.

Please, you are my only hope. … besides, it will be a

piece of cake for you.. Please, I need to get all of the

offices filled so I can turn in my report to TI.”

All too often we accept a “leadership” position

because we want to help a friend out—or because we

like the sound of the title. But think back. How did you

feel at the end of your term? Can you honestly say that

you gave the position your best and that you enjoyed

it?

Leadership carries a responsibility and

commitment that is time consuming but most

rewarding when done well. In Toastmasters, we are

given many opportunities to assume leadership roles,

and we are given the tools necessary to develop our

skills such that we can be good leaders. To help make

the decision as to accept or not accept leadership,

consider the following.

Being an effective elected leader takes a lot of

work and self-searching. A Good Leader:

� Knows what he or she wants to do and why. The

leader possesses a guiding vision, passionately

wants to achieve that vision, and exemplifies strong

integrity.

� Knows what his or her skills are. The Leader takes

the time to identify his or her strengths and

weaknesses, then matches those skills to the needs

of the office sought.

� Known and understands the value of volunteers.

The Leader matches the skills and abilities or the

team members to the needs of the organization.

Saying Yes to Leadership Del Calderini, DTM

Candidate for International Director, Region V, 2005-2008


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Warning Signs of Heat Stroke

≈ Extremely high body temperature

(above 103o)

≈ Red, hot and dry skin—no sweat-

ing

≈ Rapid strong pulse

≈ Throbbing headache

≈ Dizziness

Warning Signs of Heat Exhaustion

≈ Heavy sweating

≈ Paleness

≈ Muscle cramps

≈ Tiredness

≈ Weakness

≈ Dizziness

≈ Headache

≈ Nausea or vomiting

≈ Fainting

≈ Skin may be cool and moist

≈ Pulse rate: fast and weak

≈ Breathing fast and shallow

Protect Yourself

≈ Drink cool, nonalcoholic bever-

ages. If you doctor generally lim-

its the amount of fluid you drink

or has you on water pills, ask how

Contact Us Contact Us Contact Us Contact Us

District Leadership

District Governor Jerry Keast [email protected]

Lt Governor of Education & Training Al Tuten [email protected]

Lt Governor of Marketing Daphne Hill [email protected]

Secretary Kathleen Gillerlain [email protected]

Public Relations Officer Ericka Wakefield [email protected]

Treasurer Ian Henry [email protected]

Sergeant-at-Arms Wade Randolph [email protected]

Central Division Governor Glennys Fleming [email protected]

Eastern Division Governor Pete Moyer [email protected]

Western Division Governor Linda Davis [email protected]

Retention Chair Chris Al-Amin [email protected]

Dominion Traveler Editor Mary White [email protected]

Webmaster Rick Brannon [email protected]

Regional Leadership (Region VII International Directors)

Region VII Region Advisor Marketing Joe Jarzombek, DTM

Region VII Past International Director Annelie Weber, DTM

Email options available on regional

website. Region7TM.com/Contact.htm

Region VII International Director Heath Suddleson, DTM

Heat Stress WarningsHeat Stress WarningsHeat Stress WarningsHeat Stress Warnings

much you should

drink when the

weather is hot.

≈ Rest

≈ Take a cool shower or bath

≈ Seek an air-conditioned environ-

ment. Consider malls or librar-

ies.

≈ Wear light clothing

≈ If possible, remain indoors dur-

ing the heat of the day

≈ Avoid strenuous activities.


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Three engineers and three accountants

are traveling by train to a conference. At the

station, the three accountants each buy tickets

and watch as the three engineers buy only a sin-

gle ticket. ”How are three people going to travel

on only one ticket?” asks an accountant.” Watch

and you’ll see,” answers an engineer.

All of them board the train. The ac-

countants take their respective seats but all

three engineers cram into a restroom and close

the door behind them. Shortly after the train

has departed, the conductor comes around col-

lecting tickets. He knocks on the restroom door

and says, “Ticket, please.” The door opens just a

crack and a single arm emerges with a ticket in

hand. The conductor takes it and moves on.

The accountants saw this and agreed it was

a clever idea. So after the conference, the ac-

countants decide to copy the engineers on the

return trip and save some money.

When they get to the station they buy a sin-

gle ticket for the return trip. To their astonish-

ment, the engineers don’t buy a ticket at all.”

How are you going to travel without a ticket?”

says one perplexed accountant.” Watch and you’ll

see,” answers an engineer.

When they board the train the three ac-

countants cram into a restroom and the three

engineers cram into another one nearby. The

train departs. Shortly afterward, one of the en-

gineers leaves his restroom and

walks over to the restroom

where the accountants are hid-

ing. He knocks on the door and

says, “Ticket, please.”

Accountants .vs. EngineersAccountants .vs. Engineers Author Unknown

Public speaking experts agree that most people decide in

the first eight seconds whether a particular speaker is worth

listening to. So a strong beginning is crucial. One way to make

sure you start strong is to practice the eight-second drill,

created by public speaking expert Granville N. Toogood. Here’s

how it works.

� First, pick a timely Topic First, pick a timely Topic that you could easily talk

about for three minutes. Don’t just read a script. Have

an opinion, and then try to convince the audience that

you are right. Pick a very specific topic.

� Second, present your case. Second, present your case. Organize your

thoughts, set up an outline to follow, and write your ideas

down in a row. Then, set your notes aside, stand in front

of a mirror, and start talking. Present your case in three

minutes—don’t go even one minute over.

� Third, start shaving tine Third, start shaving tine

off your presentation. off your presentation.

First, take off one full

minute. Present the same

information in two

minutes. Then, go to one

minute; then down to 30

seconds; then down to 20,

then 10, until you are finally getting

your point across in eight seconds.

You’ll find the hardest part is going from 30 seconds

down to eight; but once you do, you will have captured the

essence of your presentation. This is your theme, your message.

Never lose sight of it.

Use the Eight-Second Rule Adapted from the Articulate Executive:

Learn to Look, Act, and Sound Like a Leader by Granville N. Toogood


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Across

1. I am a master at asking questions

2. Every club loves to have this pre-

cious asset in lots of five.

3. What two meeting roles are of-

ten combine during the meeting.

4. It is my duty to build upon the

foundation laid by the New Club’s

sponsor.

5. I am the honor that a club of

excellence strives to wear.

6. What is the group name for the

jobs that are design to improve

the members’ public speaking and

leadership skills.

7. I am the medicine that helps

ease nerves and sooths upset

stomachs.

8. I stand proudly during the meet-

ings dressed in my blue and gold.

9. I am good to have in your corner.

10. I am always prepared for your

listening pleasure.

11. I am not a teacher but I monitor

your education.

Down

1. What role is performed with the

same end in mind but carried out

in two different ways.

2. I stand alone in the area of ad-

vancement.

3. The number 66 separates me

from the others.

4. To be the best you must outshine the best in this event.

5. Don’t Time me.

6. I was created to assist your club with its educational and membership

goals.

7. Bring your needle and thread if you attend this event.

8. You can move along me at the same time.

9. Meeting and greeting is what I am known for.

10. I am designed to keep you talking.

11. The second part of the answer to Across-3.

12. I am like a wallflower that sees everything.

13. I will get you started and send you on your way.

14. To enhance your leadership skills start with me

Answers

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• International Convention

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• Meeting Roles

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D i s t r i c t 6 6 T o a s t m a s t e r s , R e g i o n 7 D i s t r i c t 6 6 T o a s t m a s t e r s , R e g i o n 7

June 2011, Volume 35, Issue 4

District 66 1-888-TM-SAY-59

[1-888-867-2959

Region 7 region7tm.com

Toastmasters International 1-949-858-8255

www.Toastmasters.Org

Important Dates Important Dates

May 1 Beat the Clock Membership Drive Begins

May 31 Deadline for Club Officer Elections

June 25

SLI National College (Salem)

Regent University (Virginia Beach)

Richmond (Location TBD)

Jun 30

Beat the Clock Membership Drive Ends

Deadline for Club Officer List to WHQ

2010-2011 Administrative Year Ends!

July 1 2011-2012 Administrative Year Begins

SLI National College (Salem)

Regent University (Virginia Beach)

Richmond (Location TBD)

Aug 17-20 International Convention, Las Vegas NV

July 23

The Dominion Traveler is your

newsletter. It’s purpose is to

educate and communicate im-

portant news across the district.

As such, it’s success and quality depends on your input

and feedback.

Please take a minute to drop us a line concerning our

effectiveness in meeting our purpose. You may contact

the Dominion Traveler Editor directly at:

Mary White, DTM, Dominion Traveler Editor

401 Monticello Avenue Norfolk, Virginia 23510-2408

[email protected]

[email protected]

www.District66.Org

Protect Your Recognition!Protect Your Recognition!Protect Your Recognition!Protect Your Recognition! June 30th Deadline No more grace periods!

Remember,

there is no longer a

grace period for

distinguished

programs. In the

past, submissions

were considered on

time for credit in the distinguished programs if they

were postmarked by June 30, and received at WHQ by

July 7. Now, all materials for the distinguished

programs must be received by WHQ no later than

June 30 -- with no grace period. This concerns only

those distinguished program deadlines that fall on June

30.

The reason for this was fairness. A club located

close to World Headquarters could hand-carry in some

paperwork on June 30th, while a club located farther

away had to take mailing delays into account. Now,

technology allows any club in the world to send in

forms in a variety of ways that allows any club or

district from around the world to submit items on time.

So, there is no longer a need for a grace period for

on time credit. Toastmasters has changed policy to

keep up with the times - and it affects your club or

district. While we must all be more mindful of the

calendar, every Toastmaster can also be happy about

the fact that these new, solid deadlines will result in

speedier recognition results at year-end.

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