GREAT Event Webinar – How to Conduct Productive Meetings (Zoom)
2020-04-02 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA, United States
Abstract:
90% of the people report that they daydream in meetings! How do you capture audience attention?
– Practice Hula-hooping
– Drink a round of Red Bulls or…..
– Conduct productive meetings!

April 2nd Login Details:
Topic: How to conduct productive meetings
Time: Thursday, Apr 2, 2020 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Venue: Online Webinar using Zoom
Meeting ID: 428 593 636
Participant Password: [REDACTED]
Cost: Free!
Please register in advance on this page. Thanks.

GREAT Event Webinar – Online Presentations from Home
2020-06-04 17:00 - 18:00 | CA, United States
Abstract:
Online Presentations from Home are the New Norm. Make sure your audience is paying attention to you and your message using presentation tips from the pros. Spend an hour with us as we cover some of the top tips to add polish to your message and take your questions.

About the Speaker:
Rita Barber, DTM, PDG works with individuals and groups of people to polish their message in order to reach their goals.

June 4th Login Details:
Topic: Online Presentations from Home
Time: 05:00 PM – 6:00 PM PSTPacific Time (US and Canada)
Venue: Online Webinar
Cost: Free!

Please register in advance on this page. Thanks.

GREAT Event - Train the Trainer
2020-09-09 18:00 | Online Meeting
Being an effective workshop facilitator is quite different from being an effective speaker. In this fast-paced workshop, DTM and PDG Rita Barber and DTM and PDD Mythili Prabhu will share best practices to add to your communications toolkit, whether you know nothing about training or want to brush-up on your skills. The tools you’ll learn in this session will be invaluable to you at work and in Toastmasters!
Join us on September 9, 2020 at 6 PM.
Click here to register.

GREAT Event - Getting the Most Out of Pathways
2020-09-16 18:00 | Online Meeting
Presented by Program Quality Director, Shyamala Sista, DTM
Pathways was designed to teach and provide the opportunity to practice and develop critical communication and leadership skills. Unfortunately, many members simply skim the wealth of material provided. While they might give a great speech, they have missed out on the learning opportunity the program provides. In this presentation, you will learn the value and how to get the most out of each of the components that make up a Pathways assignment. Additionally, you will learn how to apply each of an assignment’s components to develop personally and professionally. As well as being for members who are just starting their Pathways journey, this presentation is also designed to meet the needs of those already in the program.
Join us on September 16, 2020 at 6 PM.Click here to register!

GREAT Event: Create a Genuine Connection With Your Audience
2020-11-07 14:00 | Online Meeting
Learn the difference between the Premise and Purpose of your Speech
Learn how to set the Intention for your Speech to create a connection
Learn how to speak Naturally and Authentically.
About the Speaker:
Solarzar is the founder of Magic-4-Life LLC to offer entertaining training and education in the areas of Leadership, Customer Service, and Communication. As a 25 year Toastmaster holding the educational level of DTM, Solarzar is passionate about each member bringing their inner speaker out into the world.
Register Here

GREAT Events: Coaching Skills Improve Your Life Skills
2020-11-10 18:00 | Online Meeting
Join D101 Club Coach Chair, Alyson King and a panel of current coaches to overview how effective coaching can improve any aspect of your life. Coaching skills can be transferred to the work place, the family, your clubs and social circles. Learn key concepts to building effective coaching dynamics used by Toastmasters coaches in their clubs and beyond. We will have a brief overview of concepts followed by a panel discussion with Q/A.
About the Speaker:
Alyson King, DTM, has been a Toastmaster for 14 years and learned first hand the difference a coach can make to a club. When her home club was at risk of shutting down, the district sent them a wonderful coach who worked with the remaining members to revitalize the club and foster improved leadership and a better educational environment. She will be sharing how the coaching relationship affected her and the club. Alyson has been a club mentor, a workshop presenter, an area director, and has served as a club officer in two clubs over the last 10 years.
November 10, 2020 at 6pm Pacific Time: Register Here

GREAT Events: Why Mentor?
2020-11-17 18:00 | Online Meeting
Join former and current mentors, along with the Club Mentor Chair Shoba to learn why New Club Mentoring matters and how you can make a difference while developing leadership and management skills. In this session, there will be a presention and discussion about the benefits of mentoring a new club. The session will include a Presentation, Panel discussion with mentors and Q&A.
About the Speaker:
Shoba Rao, DTM, Club Mentor Chair-2020 has been a Toastmaster for 9 years and has held various leadership positions in the past including Club Officer, Area Director and Division Director. She has also served as a New Club Mentor learning first hand how to make a new club successful. She has conducted many workshops and chaired events, in Toastmasters and elsewhere.
November 17, 2020, 6pm Pacific Time – Register Here

GREAT Events: Train the Trainer
2020-12-08 18:00 | Online Meeting
Being an effective workshop facilitator is quite different from being an effective speaker. In this fast-paced workshop, DTM and Past District Director Mythili Prabhu will share best practices to add to your communications toolkit, whether you know nothing about training or want to brush up on your skills. The tools you’ll learn in this session will be invaluable to you at work and in Toastmasters!
About the Speaker:
Mythili Prabhu, DTM is a Toastmaster since 2011. She served as a trainer multiple times over these past 9 years. She also served as the first District Director for District 101 in 2016-17. She currently serves as the District Events Chair and oversees events throughout the year – TLI series, Annual Conference, Fall Fusion, GREAT Events.
Join us on December 8, 2020 at 6 PM.
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GREAT Events: Zoom Master Crash Course
2020-12-17 18:00 | Online Meeting
Since everything is now virtual, people have been having meetings for Toastmasters, work, family, and friends! However, sometimes it becomes too confusing or too difficult to concentrate on the meeting. This session covers the basics of how to maneuver Zoom as an attendee and an organizer! If you have that down, it covers how to be smarter in protecting your events! If you even have that covered, then you might learn how to elevate your meetings inside and outside Toastmasters!
Attend this crash course to get your basic credentials as a budding Zoom Master!
About the Speaker:
Nishant has been a Toastmaster for more than 2 years. He started Toastmasters to improve his speaking. However, he found many opportunities to venture within D101. He has organized events as a President for his home club, MCA Toastmasters Club, and as a Contest Chair for both Fall Fusion 2019 Speech Contests, as a Tech Chair for the 2020 Annual D101 Conference, and as a current Tech Guru in the Program Quality Team. He has experience in organizing simple meetings as well as large events through Zoom.
Join us on December 17, 2020 at 6 PM.
Click here to register!

From KL to DC
2022-07-20 18:30 - 19:30
It takes a village to raise a child, just like that it takes every member to make their club shine! District 101 appreciates every member of the District and is excited to announce that this session planned with Matt Kinsey on July 20th is a gift for every member. Come listen, learn, and get inspired as Matt Kinsey, International President Elect addresses District 101.

GREAT Events: An Evening with Meetup's CEO: David Siegel
2022-09-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Synopsys Building 1, 800 N Mary Ave, Sunnyvale, CA, 94085, United States
An Evening with Meetup’s CEO: David Siegel

Leadership Advice and Decision-Making Strategies from a Leading CEO
Description
David Siegel is the CEO of Meetup, the largest platform for finding and building local community.
From his bestselling book, Decide & Conquer (HarperCollins) David will share the framework for decision-making that leaders can use to ensure organizational and personal success.
About the Speaker
David Siegel has over 20 years of experience as a technology and digital media executive leading organizations through innovative product development, rapid revenue growth, and digital traffic acceleration.
Prior to joining Meetup, David was CEO of Investopedia and before that, President of Seeking Alpha. David holds a BA in Philosophy, Politics & Economics and an MBA from the University of Pennsylvania. He is an adjunct professor at Columbia University where he teaches strategic planning and entrepreneurship. He hosts Keep Connected, a podcast dedicated to the power of community, which ranks among the top 3% of global podcasts.
David’s bestselling book, Decide & Conquer (HarperCollins) can be purchased from Amazon through this link: Amazon Link
Agenda
6:00 PM: Doors Open
6:30 PM: Session Begins
8:00 PM: Adjourn
Date: Tuesday, September 13, 2022
Location: Synopsys, 800 N Mary Ave, Building 1, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Cost: Free!
Questions? Contact:
Abhijeet Joshi
Program Quality Director, District 101

GREAT Event: Pathways Percipience
2022-10-13 18:00 - 19:15
Title: Pathway Percipience – What !
Moderated by Solarzar Dellaporta, DTM
Description:
Love it – Hate it – it doesn’t matter, Pathways is here to stay.

Learn how to work Pathways and how to make Pathways work for you.
Our panel of knowledgeable Pathways trainers will offer tips, tools and insights to make navigating Pathways and doing assignments easy.
Advanced registrants will be asked to offer questions and concerns that can be covered during the discussion.

Our Panel Team:
Program Quality Director, DTM Abhijeet Joshi
Club Growth Director, DTM Raji Bandanapudi
Pathways Professor, DTM Ken Braly
Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYlcu6srz4rEtCQkAqy_MJcK3P0um62lOpZ

GREAT Event: Think Inside the Box
2022-10-24 18:00 - 19:15
Title:
Think Inside the Box – How to Reach Your Audience Online
Presenter:
Alexandre Matte, DTM
Description:
The number and frequency of online events skyrocketed in 2020.
While many Toastmasters and presenters embraced the new
medium, many others resisted or hesitated to make the switch.
And while the world is opening again and we can go back on
stages in front of real live audiences, the need and desire for
online events is expected to continue growing. Don’t be left out.
Join Alexandre Matte, DTM, 1 st runner up in the 2022 World
Championship of Public Speaking, and the only online contestant
to reach the podium, in his rich and participative workshop. Come
prepared to practice your content live, and increase your level of
comfort and skills in online presentations.

GREAT Event: Why, What, and How of Pathways
2022-11-01 18:00 - 19:15
Title:
Why, What, and How of Pathways
Presenter:
Raghunadha Raju, DTM
Description:
Do you know that Pathways program offers more than 300+ competencies that can nurture our public speaking and leadership journey. Pathways also offers several projects where we can safely practice and exhibit our leadership skills. come join the pathways orientation session where Raghu is going to talk about Why, what and how about Toastmasters.
Speaker Bio:
Raghunadha Raju is a 3-time DTM and has completed 9 pathways. He has mentored several members across the globe on pathways. He believes in converting his personal experiences and stories into speeches. Raghunadha is currently serving as Division Director for Division A in District 101. He calls himself Nomadic Toastmaster, roaming around different countries of the world virtually. He has now virtually visited 600+ clubs in 144 countries.

GREAT Event: Great Meetings
2022-11-10 18:00 - 19:15
Title:
Great Meetings
Presenter:
Dennis Dawson, DTM
Description:
Dennis Dawson will lead a discussion not only of best practices for running a great meeting, but also why the rituals are important to running meetings that motivate members and transform guests. There will be ample time for attendees to discuss the issues that interfere with the fun and success of their clubs and brainstorm practical solutions.
Speaker Bio:
Dennis Dawson has completed the traditional Toastmasters education program two times, to earn two Distinguished Toastmaster awards. He is a Past Governor of Toastmasters District 57. Dennis is a district champion in the Humorous, Tall Tales, and Evaluation contests. He teaches drawing at local elementary schools, and volunteers as Santa Claus at San Jose Christmas in the Park.

GREAT Event: Train the Trainer
2022-11-12 09:00 - 12:00
Title:
Train the Trainer
Presenter:
Solarzar Dellaporta, DTM
Description:
Have you attended Officer Training and thought, “I would like to do that,” or “I can do that.”
District 101 is conducting a Train the Trainer session on November 12th from 9 am to Noon (PST)
We will review the difference between Speaking and Training; how to do Gap Analysis; the difference in Communication Styles; what are Adult Learning Principles; how to Facilitate; the use of Questions to move the learning forward; how to manage Problem Participants; how to plan your Club Officer Training Session; how to manage training online and in person.
These and more will be covered in three participative hours. At the end of the training, you will receive a completion certificate for your attendance and participation, and you will be qualified to be one of the trainers for District 101 Club Officer Training.
Don’t passively sit on the sidelines, become one of the influential leaders in District 101 by sharing your officer knowledge with other Toastmasters. Seneca, the philosopher and author, shared, “Men learn as they teach.”
Learn how to teach, and then learn as you teach. Register in advance for this online training: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvc-6oqjMiGNELI7qKSBaxNN1zLl2XwfE8
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

GREAT Event: To Hybrid or Not To Hybrid, That is the Question!
2022-11-29 18:00 - 19:30
Title:
To Hybrid or Not To Hybrid, That is the Question!
Moderated by:
Solarzar Dellaporta, DTM
Description:
Our expert panel representing Downtown Santa Cruz Toastmasters, Los Gatos Toastmasters, and Saratoga Toastmasters will share their successful hybrid meeting tips. There are many “Do and Don’t’ lists about hybrid meetings but let’s hear from those doing it. The lessons learned, what works and what doesn’t work, and more. If you are planning to start Hybrid meetings, then this is the one session that is a Must Attend!
Agenda:
Session: 6:00-7:00PM PT
Q&A: 7:00-7:30PM PT

GREAT Event: Tall Tales Tips
2022-12-08 18:00 - 19:15
Title:
Blarney! Tall Tales Tips from Three Wild Irishmen and a Lovely Lass to Keep Them in Czech
Description:
This workshop focuses on the keys to effective tall tales: Imagination, Exaggeration, Vocalization, and Visualization. District champions and Distinguished Toastmasters Brendan Murphy, Declan Shalvey, Jana Lannen, and Dennis Dawson will talk about the skills they use to capture and delight their audience with tales of hyperbolic improbability, then let audience members try it themselves. If you don’t walk out of the workshop a consummate purveyor of pure preposterous pabulum, you will have the skills to convince everyone you do.
Speaker Bios:
Dennis Dawson is a Distinguished Toastmaster and past district champion in the Tall Tales contest.

Jana Lannen is a Toastmasters enthusiast, who competed twice in the International Speech Contest District Level.

Declan Shalvey is a Distinguished Toastmaster and the winner of the 2020 Fall Fusion Humorous contest.

Distinguished Toastmaster Brendan James Murphy is a past District Table Topics and District Humorous Speech Champion.

GREAT Event: Connecting with Others
2022-12-15 18:00 - 19:15
Title:
Connecting with Others: What Effective Leaders Do Differently
Presenter:
Ramesh Dewangan, DTM
Description:
Connecting with others is the ability to identify with people and relate to them in a way that increases your influence with them
The Talk “Connecting with Others: What the Most Effective Leaders Do Differently” will cover how leaders display genuine interest in their audience and team members. Without the right connections, the efforts of leaders may be wasted. While the merits of strong relationships and connections may appear straightforward, forming connections requires planned and purposeful adherence to a select set of principles and practices. The talk will explore several principles and practices using real-life examples and discussions.
Speaker Bio:
Ramesh Dewangan is the Founder and CEO of Quantum Vision Consulting, and a leadership coach for mid-level professionals. He is a best-selling author and certified coach, speaker, and trainer.
He has led global teams in software development, product management, and marketing in his 30+ years of career. He is an MBA from the Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley, and an Electrical Engineer from NITK India. He is a Distinguished Toastmaster.

GREAT Event: Evaluate with Empathy
2022-12-19 18:00 - 19:15
Title:
Evaluate with Empathy
Presenter:
Dennis Dawson, DTM, PDG
Description:
Evaluation is the heart of Toastmasters – it’s the core of our education program, and it’s how we show we care. Dennis Dawson discusses the importance of giving honest criticism in a way that the speaker is able to incorporate the feedback and build their skills. The workshop will include a practical example with a target speaker and evaluations from three attendees who will try out Dennis’s techniques in real time.
Speaker Bio:
Dennis Dawson has completed the traditional Toastmasters education program two times to earn two Distinguished Toastmaster awards. He is a Past Governor of District 57 Toastmasters. Dennis is a district champion in the Humorous, Tall Tales, and Evaluation contests. He teaches drawing at local elementary schools, and volunteers as Santa Claus at San Jose Christmas in the Park.

GREAT Event: Pitching Like a Pro
2023-01-05 18:00 - 19:15
Title:
Pitching Like a Pro
Presenter:
Satish Shenoy, DTM
Description:
As leaders, we have to “pitch” every time we want to communicate to our audience. This audience could be the teams we lead, to our peers, senior company executives to board of directors or even investors. Learning the different and most effective ways to pitch can really set you apart as a leader.
In this session, come learn from Distinguished Toastmaster Satish Shenoy who shares some effective pitching techniques having learned them while working at some of the world’s most exciting startups to the largest enterprises from leading pitch practitioners including Dan Pink, Simon Sinek, Nathan Gold and others. You will learn several different ways to pitch effectively based on the situation you are faced with and the outcome you are driving to deliver.

GREAT Event: How to Produce and Promote a Contest
2023-01-11 18:00 - 19:30
Title:
How to Produce and Promote a Contest
Presenter:
Solarzar Dellaporta, DTM
Description:
Contest Season is Here!
Club Contests are held in February. Area Contests are held in March. Division Contests are held in April. All leading to the District 101 Spring Conference in May.
It’s time to plan your Area and Division Contest. Who does what and when?
How do you select your Contest Chair; your Tech Chair; your Chief Judge; your Toastmaster; your Sergeant at Arms? How do you conduct Registration? How do you plan and execute your Public Relations and Marketing Plan?
Plan, Prepare, and Execute your Contest without losing sleep. We’ll provide guidance, resources, and answers. Attend “How to Produce and Promote a Contest”, Wednesday, January 11, 6-7:30 pm (PST).

GREAT Event: Pitch Your Club
2023-01-16 18:00 - 19:30
Pitch your club and win a trophy!

Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/pitchyourclub
FAQ about the Pitch Your Club Events

Questions? Contact our Program Quality Director, Abhijeet Joshi, at quality@d101tm.org.

GREAT Event: Tech Chair Extraordinaire
2023-01-23 18:00 - 19:00
Title:
Tech Chair Extraordinaire – Tips & Tricks to Running Zoom Contests
Presenter:
Kari Lynn Morgan
Description:
Are you looking for a way to support your club and area during the upcoming contests? As we are still conducting our upcoming contest season online, there is a need for tech chairs to help.

Join Kari Lynn for an hour of tips, tricks, and best practices for running the technical side, such as waiting rooms (and when to use them), how to spotlight contestants, mute hot mics, and other secret tricks that help run a smooth contest. This will be an interactive workshop with time for practice and questions.

GREAT Event: Here Come 'Da Judge
2023-02-06 18:00 - 19:00
Title:
Here Come ‘Da Judge
Host: Solarzar Dellaporta, DTM
Panelists: Arnie Buss, DTM, Dennis Dawson, DTM, Lindy Maclaine, DTM, Carl Thormeyer, DTM
Description:

Have you ever wondered what makes judging different than evaluation? Do you know how to be effective as a Contest Judge?
Solarzar Dellaporta, DTM will host a panel including Arnie Buss, DTM; Carl Thormeyer, DTM; Dennis Dawson, DTM, and Lindy MacLaine, DTM to discuss the expectations and best practices of being a Contest Judge.

GREAT Event: Growing Young Leaders
2023-02-16 18:00 - 19:00
Title:
Growing Young Leaders
Panelists: Evelyn Belen, DTM, Neil Evangelista, DTM, Kate Plant, PI5, EH5, Satish Shenoy, DTM
Description:

Want speaking to be natural for your youth? Want to develop your youth’s leadership and team skills or their active listening skills?
Join our panel and youth for a discussion on benefits, how to build a youth leadership club, and work on your DTM at the same time. This workshop includes Q&A, games, and more.

GREAT Event: Path to Pathways DTM
2023-02-20 18:00 - 19:00
Title:
Path to Pathways DTM
Presenter:
Raghunadha Raju, DTM
Description:

Distinguished Talking Machine
Don’t Time Me!
What is your definition of DTM?
Irrespective of all the pun, Distinguished Toastmaster Award is the highest educational award you receive in Toastmasters. It is also considered as Holy Grail by many!
Join this session clarify all your doubts about Pathways DTM from our three times DTM, DTM Raghunadha Raju

Speaker Information:

Raghunadha Raju, DTM is a 3 times DTM and has Completed 9 pathways. He has mentored several members across the globe on pathways. He believes in converting his personal experiences and stories into speeches. He is currently serving as Division Director for Division A, District 101. He calls himself Nomadic Toastmaster, roaming around different clubs and countries of the world virtually. He has now spoken in about 600+ clubs from 144 countries virtually.

GREAT Event: Evaluate Like the Pros
2023-02-27 18:00 - 19:00
Title:
Evaluate Like the Pros
Panelists:
Arnie Buss, DTM
Carl Thormeyer, DTM
Carrie Glenn, VC5
Diane Bair, DTM
Tetyana, Margolina, DTM
Description:

Peninsula Pros Toastmasters was chartered in 1991 as an advanced club. District, Division, Area, and Club leaders have traveled through Peninsula Pros in their leadership and communication development. The stand-out element of Peninsula Pros is their round-robin evaluation of every speaker. Not only does each speaker have an assigned evaluator, but each speaker receives an evaluation from every member of the club. The only requirement is that you don’t repeat what someone else has shared. This process has given the members of Peninsula Pros unique insights into the art of evaluation. You don’t have to be a Pro to evaluate, but everyone can evaluate like a Pro. Join this experiential workshop to gain insights, tips, tricks, and techniques to up your evaluation skill set.

GREAT Event: Why Leadership
2023-03-01 18:00 - 19:00
Title:
Why Leadership
Panelists:
Tam Le, Pavan Datla, Wendy Fang, Ashutosh Tadkase, Sarah Tang, Anna Davenport
Description:
Have you ever thought about how you can accelerate growth at work and increase your visibility? This is your chance to learn how Toastmasters Leadership can accelerate your career growth.
Join us as various former and current district leaders share their leadership journey in toastmasters and how it has impacted their careers positively.
The panel will be hosted by Raji Bandanapudi, DTM and Abhijeet Joshi, DTM

GREAT Event: Real World Leadership
2023-03-08 18:00 - 19:30
Title:
Real World Leadership
Description:
Join this talk to hear from women leaders share practical tips and advice on real world leadership.
Our panelists include:
Angela Yang, VP Nvidia
Dina McKinney, VP Nvidia
Kari Briski, VP Nvidia
Azita Martin, VP & GM Nvidia
Suzanna Sanchez, Assistant Director, ASU

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