D47 Sunshiner - July, 2009

The Sunshiner July 2009

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Words to Live By CONFIDENCE - LEADERSHIP – SERVICE

“United …..We will learn with Toastmasters”.

The theme of the 2008/2009 District 47 Team has been a constant reminder to us that unity is the key and Toastmasters is the lab for learning.

This is the District 47 theme this year. It is the same theme as Toastmasters International 2009-2010, and I found it to be so powerful that I adopted it as well.

It is with mixed emotions that I say farewell to you, the members of District 47. It was truly a privilege and a great pleasure to serve you as your District 47 Governor for the 2008/2009 Toastmaster Year. We have had our share of challenges and have also enjoyed tremendous success.

These three words are the basis of what we, the District Leadership, promise our members this coming year.

There are 81 Districts in the world; only 6 of those Districts can be PRESIDENT’S DISTINGUISHED DISTRICT. We are one of them!!! This is an amazing accomplishment in our first year as half of the previous District 47. There were not many people that believed we would have a chance…. But we did it!! There was never a doubt in my mind.

I wish to thank and congratulate each member for his/ her achievement; each CC, CL, AC, AL, DTM, New Member, New Club, Officer trained and dues to Toastmasters International paid has made a significant impact on the District as we reached our goal.

You will all be with us in spirit as we take the stage at the Toastmasters International Convention in Mashantucket, CT in August. We will proudly accept the award from International President Jana Barnhill. This was a team effort. I’m so proud of you all.

I take this opportunity to wish the incoming District 47 Governor Kristina Kihlberg, DTM and her team the best of luck and a year of great success in 2009/2010. I also offer her my support and knowledge should she require any assistance.

Toastmasters of District 47, I encourage you to remain focused on your goals. Reach high. This is the best and cheapest program in the world to develop your skills as a communicator and leader. Toastmasters has so much to offer. We never really finish; there is always something new we can learn and more importantly, teach to newer members.

I wish to personally thank all you for your commitment and dedication to continuing self development and leadership and look forward to seeing you at a Toastmasters event real soon.

Thank you.

Antionette Fox, DTM District 47 Governor 2008/2009

We will lead you with CONFIDENCE. We want you to find YOUR CONFIDENCE by using the fantastic Toastmaster program. Soak up all that is there, so you can be the most CONFIDENT in all aspects of your life. Speak outside your Club, COMPETE in all contests, be an Officer, work through the Advanced Manuals, be really creative at your Club meetings. The more personal challenges you take on within the safe environment of Toastmasters, the more CONFIDENT you will be everywhere. DARE! Have the Courage to Conquer.

We will utilize our LEADERSHIP skills to SERVE you during this year. When you have found your CONFIDENCE, and have taken that step into the role as a Club Officer, it’s time for you to SERVE your Club members as a LEADER too. There are so many of you out there, that are about to soar. Give it a try! We know you can do it. Take yourself to the next level; show your CONFIDENCE. It all boils down to one thing – we are here to SERVE the members so they can continue to learn, develop and flourish. It’s all about the members! You all matter. You are the reason we are here. It is our privilege to SERVE you.

Immediate Past District Governor, Antionette Fox, DTM, and the District Team of 2008-2009 did an outstanding job!

We are a leader within the Toastmaster world - a PRESIDENT's DISTINGUISHED DISTRICT. Only 6 Districts (out of 81) can reach this desirable accomplishment. We can tell that our members here in District 47 are winning!

You have worked hard on improving your skills to become better communicators and leaders. Thank you.

We will expect the same for this year. Actually, we want to be #1 in the world!!! We want to continue to show the world how it’s done; how our members continue to embrace all aspects of the Toastmaster program; how we use the manuals as our tools when we speak at the Club or outside; how we welcome new members to join; how we mentor these new members and lead by example; how we start new Clubs in corporations and communities so Toastmasters is available in all corners (or in our case, the center) of our District.

CONFIDENCE - LEADERSHIP – SERVICE That is my promise to you for the 2009-2010 Toastmaster year. Are you with me?

Kristina Kihlberg, DTM District 47 Governor 2009/2010

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District 47 Leadership Team for 2009-2010 Your District Trio

Lt. Governor Education & Training

District Governor Kristina Kihlberg

Lt. Governor Marketing Pamela Rolle

Rick Furbush

The Supporting Team

Public Relations Officer Pierre Taschereau

Secretary Patricia Martinez

Treasurer Laz Sanchez

Parliamentarian George Shyrock

WebMaster Jeanine Kinsey

District Advisor Loretta Sandy Page 3

Sergeant at Arms Jim Ellis

Division A Division A Governor

Division A covers the clubs in the south west portion of

Scott Vail

District 47 including Ft. Myers, Naples and Venice.

Area 10 Governor Robin Dunlap

Area 11 Governor Rory Dubin

Area 12 Governor Robert Rizzo

Division B Division B Governor

Division B encompasses

Elizabeth Taschereau

the clubs in Broward County on the east coast.

Area 20 Governor Amit Talati

Area 23 Governor Kim M. Clark

Area 21 Governor Francis Molina

Area 22 Governor Michael Malette

Area 24 Governor Michelle Ramsay

Area 25 Governor Frank Koziol

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Division C Division C Governor Melody Tapley Division C encompasses the clubs in Hillsborough County on the west coast.

Area 30 Governor Jim Lightfoot

Area 32 Governor Area 33 Governor Area 34 Governor Tatanisha Bennett Jenelle Taylor Steve McClure

Area 31 Governor Eleanor Berberich

Area 35 Governor Eleanor McCoy

Area 36 Governor Mary Wright

Division D Division D Governor Karen Novek Division D includes clubs in the northeast corner of D47 in Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie Counties.

Area 42 Governor Hieu Huynh

Area 40 Governor Karen Morrow

Area 43 Governor Doreen McGunagle Page 5

Area 44 Governor Kathy Scott

Area 41 Governor Myrna Brooks

Division E Division E Governor Jason Smith Division E stretches to cover the clubs from Miami Dade down through the Keys.

Area 52 Governor George Burns

Area 51 Governor Mya Eaton

Area 50 Governor Jacqueline Jones

Area 53 Governor Tony Vivaldi

Division F Division F Governor Mack Payne Division F includes clubs in Sarasota, Bradenton, Arcadia, Wachula and Lake Placid.

Area 60 Governor Carson Longo

Area 61 Governor Cathy Schreima Page 6

Area 62 Governor Rhoda Olson

Area 54 Governor Marion Lang

Division G Division G Governor Beatriz Williams Division G includes the many clubs in Pinellas County.

Area 72 Governor Roberta Lashua

Area 73 Governor Vicki Wayne

Area 70 Governor York Somerville

Area 71 Governor Jonathan Bowman

Area 53 Governor Area 75 Governor Area 76 Governor Jim Setaro Ron Rice Kelly Siegel

Division I Division I Governor Anthony Longley Division I stretches across the beautiful islands that form The Bahamas.

Area 82 Governor Demekas Foster

Area 80 Governor Denison Balfour

Area 83 Governor Area 84 Governor Elbert Thompson

Chato Outten

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Area 81 Governor Glennette Reckley

Area 85 Governor Nakera Simms-Symonette

Area 86 Governor Dwain Wallace

Achieve GOALS

Club Opportunities

Win AWARDS

MORE MEMBER PROGRAM Recruit 6 NEW members from July 20 – September 20 and win the 4 PACK CC MANUALS and a NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION KIT! KIT

The TOP 10 Clubs with the most NEW members between July 20 – September 20 will be entered in a drawing to WIN a free Fall Conference Registration!

DISTINGUISHED CLUB PROGRAM Clubs that recruit 8 or more NEW members by September 20 will receive: 4 PACK CL MANUALS CLUB MENTOR PROGRAM KIT 2 MANUALS from the SUCCESSFUL CLUB SERIES 5 PACK TOASTMASTERS & YOU KIT

START NEW CLUBS Clubs chartered this year will receive a free CUSTOMIZED CLUB BANNER and BANNER BAG! Additionally, new clubs that charter ON OR BEFORE September 30, 30 also receive a Toastmasters International

$25 Gift Certificate Page 8

Club Opportunities 9 DCP Points

COMPETENT COMMUNICATORS

by December 31 & Clubs receive a set of

ALL 15 Advanced Manuals

Achieve & Receive Rewards!

Clubs with 4 CCs by December 31 will receive FOUR Advanced Communicator Manuals

9 DCP Points

ADVANCED

by December 31 and Clubs will be entered into a drawing to win a

COMMUNICATORS

FREE

Clubs with 2 ACs by December 31 will receive TWO Manuals from the Leadership Excellence Series

Spring Conference Registration

Here’s Your Reward!

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