New Visitors and Guests are Always Welcomed
Visit Parsons Toastmasters Club this Tuesday, December 13, from noon to 1 p.m. in the 7th Floor Conference Room and discover why Parsons Toastmasters is one of the best opportunities for you to enhance your speaking and leadership skills. We offer a professional, friendly, and supportive environment where you can conquer your fears and realize your full potential. Parking is free. Contact joshua.cuy@parsons.com for details.
Meeting Tuesday December 6, 2011.
The holiday season is officially here, and we are would like to invite you to join us at our Parsons Toastmasters Club on Tuesday, December 6 at noon. We will be meeting in the Volpe Room on the 2nd Floor of the Parsons Headquarters in Pasadena, CA. The theme of the meeting will be “A Christmas Story.” As always, parking and attendance is free. We look forward to seeing you.
Only 2 More Meetings Left In 2011
Parsons Toastmasters will meet December 6th and 13th and will not meet again until January 10th. We look forward to seeing you at the last two meetings of the year.
Toastmasters Meeting November 29, 2011
Please join us at our upcoming Parsons Toastmasters meeting on Nov. 29 at noon in the Volpe Room on 2nd Floor of Parsons Headquarters in Pasadena, Ca. (100 West Walnut Street).
Our Toastmaster is Shannon O’Connell and the theme is “Quotable Quotes.”
The meeting will start promptly at 12pm (12-1pm). Parking is free with validation from front desk.
We hope to see you at the meeting!
2nd Place Finalist of the 2010 World Championship of Public Speaking to Speak Tonight
Area Governors will have a chance to meet with their Club officers to discuss upcoming events, and share best practices and new ideas. All Area and Club officers in Division B are welcome to join us.
Come and learn, network, and exchange ideas. We look forward to seeing you there!
When: Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Where: Kaiser Permanente
393 E. Walnut Street, Rm 1D
Pasadena CA 91188
Time: Dinner 5:30 p.m.
Meeting 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $5.00
RSVP: Click on the link below to RSVP:
WINNERS OF SPEECH CONTEST ANNOUNCED
Please congratulate the winners of our Humorous and Evaluation Contest:
Evaluation Contest: 1st place – Shannon O’Connell; 2nd Place – Joshua Cuy (Joshua will represent us at the B2/B3 Contest). Humorous Contest: 1st Place – Daniel Ryan; 2nd Place – Philip Chiao
Unfortunately, Dan and Philip cannot attend the contest. Therefore, we have an opening for a member to represent our Club in the Humorous Contest. Please let us know if you would be interested in giving a 5-7 minute Humorous speech to compete with other members in B2 on Oct. 1 at Presbyterian Church in Pasadena (morning contest).
It would be a great opportunity for you!
Speech Contest Coming Up
Join us on September 13th for the Speech Evaluation Contest and on September 2oth for the Humorous Speech Contest. Winners of the contest will go on to the Area B1 Speech Contest on October 8, 2011.
Division B Newsletter
Division B is now publishing a monthly newsletter to further enhance performance and networking of clubs within the Division B boundary. The editor of this informative newsletter is Michelle Bender, VP of Education at Parsons Toastmasters Club 2151.
Parsons Hosted LACE Officer Training
On July 26, Parsons Toastmasters played host to the LACE (Leadership and Communication Excellence) Officer Training for Division B and H. The meeting was well attended by 50 or more officers - considering this was in fact a make-up training. The meeting was opened by Ligia Molina, Division B Governor before breaking into smaller group sessions.
July Newsletter
The July Newsletter is now available. Check out new member bios, up coming events, and tips on preparing and presenting a speech!
80th annual Toastmasters International Convention
If you are planning to attend the 80th annual Toastmasters International Convention at Bally's Las Vegas, Nevada, this August, be sure to register early.
Grace So, Area B2 Governor, paid a visit to Parsons Toastmasters Club on July 19, 2011 and participated in the Table Topic section of the meeting.
Join us July 19th
Learn why Parsons Toastmasters is one of the best prospects for you to enhance your professional communication, organization, and presentation skills. Join us on Tuesday, July 19, in the Volpe room from noon to 1 p.m., as members and guests practice essential skills in a professional, friendly, and supportive environment. Parking is Free with Validation, please arrive 5 min early.
Division B - A Journey to Excellence
The first Division/Area Council Meeting was held on Tuesday at Kaiser Permanente in Pasadena. Ligia Molina, DTM, unveiled the new theme - A Journey to Excellence, and urged friendly competition among the clubs. Each Area is assigned an ancient ship as mascot. Area B2 is assigned SS Antonio - so all aboard.
Upcoming events include International Toastmasters Convention in August, Area Speech Contest in September, and Division Speech Contest in October.
Looking Forward To The Term
The newly elected officers of Parsons Toastmasters Club met for the first time on June 30, 2011. Masould Samee, president, encouraged all to strive to meet personal and organizational goals. He also challenged the club to retain the President's Distinguished club status for the coming year.
Parsons Toastmasters Club 2151 Takes It All For The 2010-2011 Year
Krystal Rose of Parsons Toastmasters Club 2151 takes it all for the year – she won the Public Relations Achievement Award for the second time this year, making her the outstanding performer as club VPPR officer. http://www.foundersdistrict.org/club-news-category-list/392-pr-achievement-award-winner
Carolin von Pezholdt, as President for the 2010-2011 year, leads the club to President's Distinguished status.
The 2011-2012 term begins June 2011 with new board members and a new President, Masoud Samee, who looks forward to meeting the same high achieving standards that the club has risen to.
Carolin von Pezholdt, as President for the 2010-2011 year, leads the club to President's Distinguished status.
The 2011-2012 term begins June 2011 with new board members and a new President, Masoud Samee, who looks forward to meeting the same high achieving standards that the club has risen to.
Parsons Toastmasters New Club Film
During the June 15th 'Presidents Distinguished Club' Celebration, Carolin von Petzholdt debuted a new club that she produced (under excitingfilms) to share the 2010-2011 past events that led to the outstanding achievement. The Presidents Distinguished Club status has never been achieved before. Congratulations to the entire club for your efforts. Check out the touching video and share it with friends.
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President's Distinguished Club
Parsons Toastmasters Club 2151 is proud to announce that we have been recoginzed by the International Toastmasters World Headquarters as a President's Distinguished Club. Under the leadership of 2010-2011 club President, Carolin Von Petzholdt and the board members the club was able to reach this honorable status. This status is significant in that it demonstrates the clubs professionalism, member dedication and overall achievement!
The Kings Speech
Parsons Toastmaster 2151 will be showing the Oscar Winning Film "The King's Speech" on May 24, 2011 at 5:30pm at the Parsons Location. To RSVP for the event please email michelle.bender@parsons.com
Topic from Toastmasters International - Fear Factor
An obvious reason people fear public speaking is the fact that they are the center of attention. They have an audience that (hopefully) is giving their undivided attention to you. So what do you do if you have to give a speech, a presentation, or a demonstration and you have a fear of the spot light?? Check out this posting on the Toastmasters International website. Toastmasters International - Fear Factor . If you want to learn more on how to overcome your fear of public speaking, come visit Parsons Toastmasters. We meet every Tuesday from 12-1pm at 100 W. Walnut Street, Pasadena CA.
April B2 Speech-a-Thon
Members of Parsons Toastmasters participated in the Area B2 Speech-a-Thon April 9th and 10th. Congratulations to those of you who particpated. You are closer to completing your CL,CC, and ACB's.
Parsons Toastmasters a 'Select Distinguished Club'
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