District 101 presents:
Toastmasters Leadership Institute!
January 26 & 27, 2024
Super Early Bird
$10 (expires December 31st)
Early Bird
$12 (expires January 15th)
Regular Price
$15 (Expires January 26th)
Registration has begun!
This year’s TLI is two-day In-Person and hybrid Leadership Institute event on January 26th and 27th, 2024.
Update: Clubs may use district credits for registration!
Why should I attend?
Where & When
Friday, January 26
Nvidia
2788 San Tomas Expressway Santa Clara, CA 95051
Saturday, January 27
Synopsys
Building 1, 800 N Mary Ave, Sunnyvale, CA-94086
Online
We will also meet online on Zoom!
Our District
It’s that time again. Together we’ve grown into spring and it’s already time for the TLI!
Teach & Learn
Members are learning on the job as they work to create a memorable event for you!
Unique Events
Learn information shared by top-notch pros willing to share from their experience!
Networking
See old friends, make new connections that last a lifetime! Build community.
Agenda
Friday, January 26
4:30pm
8:00pm
Meet and Greet
with Jocelyn Tyson and Rochelle Rice
Dinner
with Jocelyn Tyson and Rochelle Rice
Saturday, January 27
8:00am
Keynote Speech
By Jocelyn Tyson
“From Surviving To Thriving” A journey of self discovery and acceptance through public speaking
Have you ever felt stuck? Do you want to change or start something new but you’re not sure where to begin? Like you, Jocelyn was there. We all have the potential to thrive! Jocelyn B. Tyson will impart impactful life lessons and how to get out of the perpetual rut to make lasting changes. It’s time to get off the couch and thrive!
9:00am
The Road to Pro
Understanding the difference between the World Championship of Public Speaking and the Accredited Speaker Program can help you define your speaking journey. Becoming a professional speaker doesn’t mean being perfect! An approachable, conversational, and confident presentation is what the world is yearning for. Learn how becoming a pro impacts your life and your community!
By Rochelle Rice, DTM, AS, CSP
9:30am
Workshop: The ABCs of Dynamic Delivery
Want to deliver an amazing speech that grabs your audience’s attention and makes a memorable impact? Jocelyn B. Tyson will break down the fundamentals of dynamic delivery. She will navigate step-by-step, giving examples and leading individual exercises, to inspire us to write and present that next powerful speech.
By Jocelyn Tyson
10:30am
Workshop: Jazzed About Leadership
Your time in leadership can improve your personal life and your professional career once you comprehend the benefits. Explore the strengths of leadership through triumph and failures – recognizing the growth potential and the value of the time you serve in Toastmasters. Your club is a microcosm of our world – set achievable goals, showcase your team, and make a direct connection to your community for ultimate success!
By Rochelle Rice
12:30pm
Club Officers Training (COT): In-person only
Rapid Fire Questions and Member Q/A
Explore the inaugural rapid-fire question session with our speakers and delve deeper into understanding their perspectives. Engage in the D101 rapid-fire round, where chosen members will have the chance to pose questions to our esteemed guests.
2:10pm
World Championship of Public Speaking: Let's Get Contest Ready
Thinking about leveling up your speech talent? There is no better way to do so than by participating in a speech contest. Jocelyn B. Tyson will dissect the judge’s criteria and give her spin on the judging process for speech contests. She will share contest do’s and don’ts and her award winning tips.
The Leadership Performance: Team Building Techniques
You know the theories, now get some practical advice on putting your leadership into practice! Explore the leadership potential in each club officer role and how to assess your team while highlighting their strengths. Discover how clear communication can be built and fostered to create winning teams and dynamic clubs that thrive!
3:00 pm
Mix and Mingle: Ice Cream Social
Videos
Check out this video of one of our guest speakers, Jocelyn Tyson, as she performs her World Champion Speech entitled, “Have You Been There”. More videos to come, so please check back often.
Jocelyn Tyson performs her winning speech at the Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking, Aug. 2023
Our Speakers
Jocelyn Tyson
Jocelyn B. Tyson holds the prestigious title of World Champion of Public Speaking 2023 for Toastmasters International, a testament to her exceptional communication skills. Jocelyn joined the Voorhees Toastmasters Club in 2021 to enhance her public speaking skills and expand her network. Little did she know that when competing in her first contest series, she would be set on a path to becoming a world champion. Jocelyn’s talents extend beyond public speaking. With a PhD earned in 2006 from Rutgers University Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, Jocelyn’s academic background is as impressive as her professional achievements. Jocelyn enjoys spending time with her family and friends and participating in various athletic activities in her spare time.
Rochelle Rice, DTM, AS, CSP
Rochelle Rice, DTM, AS, CSP, is proud to be the first woman in the world to hold both the Accredited Speaker designation from Toastmasters International and the Certified Speaking Professional designation from the National Speakers Association.
Working with experienced and emerging leaders, Rochelle helps them eliminate the dichotomy between how they are visually perceived and what they say. Companies, including T-Mobile, Verizon, and L’Oreal, have hired Rochelle to empower the next generation of leaders to move confidently in today’s challenging world.
A former professional jazz dancer with 30+ years in the fitness industry, Rochelle brings a unique approach to her work. Blending her speaking expertise with her somatic experience training, she helps people regulate their nervous system and become more confident in leadership roles.
Whether in person, hybrid, or virtual, Rochelle systematizes the principles of Embodied Leadership in each of her lively presentations. She integrates the needs of the audience through music, breath work, anatomy, and activity specifically designed to educate and energize.
Rochelle has also been a member of the National Speakers Association since 2004. She has been a member of Bryant Park Toastmasters (D46) in New York City for 22 years, and more recently joined Chamber Toastmasters (D110) in Kyiv. She served as the Co-Council Chair of the Toastmasters Accredited Speaker Program from 2021-2023. www.RochelleRice.com