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MEET THE CANDIDATES
“Every Toastmaster’s Journey starts with a single speech”
Toastmasters International Mission
We empower individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders.
Club Mission
We provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.
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CANDIDATE FOR DISTRICT DIRECTOR
Name of Candidate: Heidi Martin, DTM
Home Club: Progressive Speakers
Educational Awards: DTM
Other
List any club and district offices held: Program Quality Director, Pathways Roll Out Chair and Chief
Pathways Guide, Club Growth Director, Southern Division Governor, Area Director, Social Media Chair,
New Club Chair, Club President, Club Vice President Education, Club Vice President Membership, Club
Treasurer, Club Secretary
Why should members vote for you? I have done my best to support the District and the members in
everything I do for Toastmasters and District 5. As CGD, I broke a record by chartering 11 clubs in one
month. As PQD, I have worked hard to deliver great programs, reaching out to include new presenters
and trainers as well as rollout Pathways. I am open to new ideas and incorporating changes as needed
while preserving all that makes Toastmasters so great. I would love to have a chance to see how I can
help our District as the next District Director.
Is there anything else you would like members to know about you? I am a Project Management
Professional with years of experience in Project Management and training. I have more years as a
licensed landscape architect. I love making new friends and spreading the joy of Toastmasters. It
changed my life and I love watching others flourish thru Toastmasters too.
If members have additional questions can they contact you? Yes
Email address: [email protected]
Phone number: 619.886.6675
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CANDIDATE FOR PROGRAM QUALITY DIRECTOR
Name of Candidate: Michelle Neisler, DTM Home Club: Professional Women’s Toastmasters Educational Awards: DTM List any club and district offices held:
2017-2018: Club Growth Director
President--Professional Women’s Toastmasters
2016-2017: Northern Division Director
DIVISION DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR
2015-2016: Area 17 Director
VPM High Achievers TM
2014-2015: President--Encinitas Toastmasters
Why should members vote for you?
Having been a member of the District Executive Council for the last three years, I know it’s most
important to keep the members’ needs first. We are here to help members to realize their potential.
We can do that by providing a positive learning experience through regular educational events that
are current, transferrable and fun. We want every club member to see the value of stepping up to
taking on District service and how doing that helps the District to “level up.” It’s a positive experience
all around.
As a President’s Distinguished Area Director, I learned the value and the importance of relationships.
As a President’s Distinguished Northern Division Director and Division Director of the Year, I learned
to motivate and encourage a team. As Club Growth Director, I realize the value of establishing strong
quality clubs. We want to establish clubs that will be around for a long time.
I am organized, timely and keep open lines of communication. Those are important qualities to have
as a district officer.
Is there anything else you would like members to know about you?
I have degrees in Finance, Chemistry and Clinical Nutrition. I own my own business and in my
business, I function as a manual therapist, nutritionist, corrective exercise specialist and life coach.
I’m the proud owner of two Australian Shepherds. Dragon is retired from working sheep and Seamus
will start competing at agility trials next year.
Can members contact you: YES! Email: [email protected] Phone: 760-613-9534
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CANDIDATE FOR CLUB GROWTH DIRECTOR
Name of Candidate: Sherry Baker Home Club: Hi Achievers, but also member of SOS, Laughmasters, Improvmasters and Excelsior Educational Awards: DTM List any club and district offices held: Area 33 Director: 2016-2017, “Making a Difference Award” Central Division Director 2017-2018 Hi Achievers: President SOS: VPM, VPPR, Secretary Laughmasters: SAA G3 Speakers: VPPR Why should members vote for you?
(1) As Club Growth Director I would be honored to again serve our esteemed District 5 for you with
the passion that I have already demonstrated as Area Director 33 and Central Division Director.
In these offices, I have witnessed the benefits and unique diversity of many San Diego clubs by
being a member of 10 San Diego clubs. I have watched San Diego and Yuma members growth
in career and life skills over the years. By empowering myself to step up to open speaking slots, I
received my DTM in 2.3 year. My passion was further recognized when I received the “Making
the Difference Award” as Area Director 33 in 2017. We need to charter more clubs and prepare
the officers for future leadership in their clubs and career to become a more visible
organization. As a Scientist, I work smart, strategically and analytically at setting goal I have
developed a Strategic Program or District 5 Club Growth, some of which I have already
implemented in preparing for the Club Growth Director position.
(2) Every year we have over a thousand new members, many becoming officers within a year. I
believe we need a NEW CLUB OFFICER EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM which teaches a stronger
mentoring/sponsoring/coaching training program to build stronger leadership skills within these
new clubs. Key is motivating and inspiring the new club officers to keep the current clubs afloat
and keep building membership ALWAYS.
(3) Members who know me know I am a creative person and have come up with new ideas on lead
clubs. I have been to many locations to speak with managers and field whether there is interest
in starting new clubs.
(4) I want to include an CLUB GROWTH Outreach Program to charter new clubs that do not
currently have a voice. I have visited Enrichment Managers in Senior homes and want to
additionally include challenged individuals to provide them a voice through Toastmasters.
(5) As Central Division Director, I have a fantastic team of empowered Area Directors motivating,
inspiring, building clubs membership and helping their clubs see that vision of being
Distinguished. I want to continue to empower individuals at all levels.
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(6) I am putting together an empowered team and together we will help the District add more new
clubs than losses.
Is there anything else you would like members to know about you? I addition to being a scientist, I own and manage 5 properties where my Toastmaster skills come in handy. Toastmasters has taught me to be more efficient by not worrying. Jim Tucker would say, just do it so you can say “I did”. I view Toastmasters as a fun way to learn practical leadership and communication skills, but you learn so much more. I have met so many wonderful Toastmaster friends not only in San Diego, but in other states and countries at their club meetings and the International Conference. We celebrate our achievements and support and encourage each other along the way. If members have additional questions can they contact you? Yes Email address: [email protected]
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CANDIDATE FOR CENTRAL DIVISION DIRECTOR
Name of Candidate: C J Frey Home Club: Coastmasters Educational Awards CC ACB ACS ACG CL ALB Other: LDREXC, MS1, MS2 List any club and district offices held:
Area 26 Director 2017-2018 Club President VP Membership VP Education Secretary VP Mentorship
Why should members vote for you?
• One word, passion. I believe in Toastmasters. I know that the program works because I have
seen it work. I also know that each of us are on our own Toastmasters journey. Two things I will
bring to this office are support and enthusiasm. I will cheer on and support the areas in the
Central Division as well as do everything I can to not only make Toastmasters fun, but make it
the place you want to be.
Is there anything else you would like members to know about you?
• Those of you that I have had the privilege to meet know that there is no off button for this
enthusiasm. Give me the chance to show you how great we all can be.
If members have additional questions can they contact you? Yes Email address: [email protected]
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CANDIDATE FOR EASTERN DIVISION DIRECTOR
Name of Candidate: Deborah Dillingham
Home Club: Sycuan Toastmasters Educational Awards: All including DTM Candidate for: Eastern Division Director List any club and district offices held: President, VPE, Secretary Area 15 Director District Administrator Why should members vote for you? Please vote for me because I know with my Area Directors, we can make a difference. As a team we will guide all members in a positive way to pursue their own goals and the District’s goals. Even though Eastern Division is so spread out, I will be there for all my Area Directors. Toastmasters is a family and Eastern Division will be my immediate family. Is there anything else you would like members to know about you? I have been a Toastmaster since 2013. I know how much effort goes into holding various club and district office positions. Each year brings change. This year I want to help others embrace the change. If members have additional questions can they contact you? Yes Email address: [email protected] Phone number: 619-889-2082
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CANDIDATE FOR INLAND DIVISION DIRECTOR
Name of Candidate: Jan McGinn Home Club: 1442 Scripps Teasers Educational Awards CC ACB ACS ACG CL ALB ALS DTM Other List any club and district offices held:
• Area 22 Director, Inland Division
(July 2017 – June 2018)
• Inland Division Contest Chair (March 2018)
• Vice President, Public Relations
(July 2017 – June 2018)
• Vice President, Education (July 2015 – June 2017)
• Vice President, Public Relations (July 2013 – June 2015)
• Joined Toastmasters August 2011
Why should members vote for you? I joined Toastmasters in 2011 to practice my speaking and speech writing skills. But, I’ve learned so much more: Leadership. Fellowship. Volunteerism. The value of stepping up within an organization to make a difference. At the club level, I’ve held the positions of Vice President of Education and Public Relations, hosted a few open houses and contests, started a club e-bulletin, participated in the Evaluation Contest, and mentored new members. I started on the District leadership path last year after listening to the 2017 keynote speaker. He spoke so passionately about being an Area Director and how that position makes such a difference to a club, I was inspired to submit my application for the Area 22 Director role. And over the last nine months, I’ve found his comments to be true – it is rewarding to help other clubs pursue their DCP. Plus, I’ve had the opportunity to chair the 2018 Inland Division Contest and teach classes about the Public Relations role at officer training. My background is in Human Resource Management, Project Management, Communications and Volunteerism. Over the last seven years, I’ve worked in the non-profit sector on membership, fundraising, coordinating volunteers, and events. Recently, I moved into a completely different field, procurement. Together, this experience has helped to hone skills relevant to a Division Director, such as, how to collaborate as a team, effectively communicate across a diverse group, and successfully facilitate projects and events.
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What it really boils down to is this – I’ve so enjoyed the Toastmasters experience, from both a club and a district level, I want to continue giving back to and supporting this wonderful organization as the Inland Division Director. Is there anything else you would like members to know about you? I believe in a consultative approach – meeting with and listening to understand what is and is not working and what the group wants to achieve. Then, I can help them develop a game plan that fits their style and level of commitment. There is not the proverbial one size fits all answer. Each club, area and division has a different personality and target audience. My role is to help develop their own insight into what works best for them. If members have additional questions can they contact you? Yes Email address: [email protected] Phone number: 858-337-6344
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CANDIDATE FOR WESTERN DIVISION DIRECTOR
Name of Candidate: Pascal Besnard Home Club: Toastmasters of La Jolla (895) Educational Awards CC ACB ACS ACG CL ALB ALS DTM Other ACS and ALS in progress List any club and district offices held: Area 32 Director (District 5 Western Division) 7/1/17 - Present President of Toastmasters of La Jolla (895) 7/1/17 – Present Treasurer of Toastmasters of La Jolla (895) 7/1/16 – 6/30/17 Why should members vote for you? Being President of a club and Area director, at the same time, provided me great exposure to all different level of challenges that you can encounter and how to make them successful. As a President, I provide support to each officer, deliver motivational speeches, and mobilize the team making sure our club become once more President Distinguished Club. As Area director, I support each club with resources, give them the latest news from Toastmasters International and the district, and involve in any Open House or events. All Those skills will be used in order to make sure that my Area Directors will become successful and get the best of this thrilling experience. Is there anything else you would like members to know about you? Up for challenge, like to connect with everyone, enjoy collaboration Passionate by Cars, motorcycle, and love to spend time on fixing things (plumber, wood work, mechanic) If members have additional questions can they contact you? Yes Email address: [email protected] Phone number: (619) 577-9232
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The district did not meet the District Leadership Committee (DLC) requirement or the 4 weeks prior
notice of the elections. Therefore, all candidates along with any floor candidates will be nominated from
the floor and each will have the opportunity to give a 2-3 min speech.
Protocol 9.0: District Campaigns and Elections
11. Elections A. The district director or a person designated by the district director explains the election
rules and procedures to the delegates.
B. The DLC chair shall present the committee’s report. In the chair’s absence, the district director designates another member of the DLC, when practicable, to present the report. The chair or designee announces the names of the committee members and reads the name of each nominated candidate, in alphabetical order, for each of the offices of district director, program quality director, club growth director and division directors. The area directors, public relations manager, administration manager, finance manager are also announced if elected.
C. If any policy violations by a candidate have occurred, the DLC chair may disclose that violation and may announce whether the violation could have affected the candidate’s nomination.
D. For each office, the district director inquires whether there are additional nominations from the floor.
I. Floor candidates must be nominated by a member of the district council or their proxyholder. Floor candidates may self-nominate when they are a member of the district council or a proxyholder.
II. Floor candidates or, in their absence, their representatives state their eligibility qualifications.
III. Floor candidates for district director, program quality director, club growth director, and division director must sign the Officer Agreement and Release Statement prior to the election. Only the Officer Agreement and Release Statement of those elected are sent to World Headquarters.
IV. The district director may declare any proven floor candidate policy violations to the district council.
V. When nominations are complete, the district director declares the nominations for that office closed.
E. After nominations are closed, candidate speeches are given. A candidate speaks on his or her own behalf. If a candidate is not present, an authorized representative may speak for the candidate. If there is only one candidate nominated, no speech is given.
F. A candidate’s representative may not be a member of the district executive committee, a member of the DLC, the credentials chair, or any other meeting official, unless he or she resigns before the district council’s annual meeting begins.
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G. The balloting for each office takes place immediately following candidate speeches. The number of votes that a member may cast is governed by Article X, Section (e) of the District Administrative Bylaws.
H. After nominations for an office are closed, if there is only one candidate for the office, the district director may entertain a motion to dispense with the secret ballot for the uncontested office or instruct the administration manager to cast a single ballot for the candidate.
I. District officer candidates are responsible for appointing one observer to monitor the integrity of the voting and ballot counting process.
J. Each election is completed and the winner announced before moving to the subsequent election.
K. Candidates nominated for one office and not elected to the office may be nominated from the floor for subsequent offices.
L. Any candidate who receives a majority of the votes cast is declared elected. In the event no candidate receives a majority of the votes cast for a contested office, voting continues with the use of special ballots and without the name of the candidate receiving the fewest votes. Such a procedure continues until one of the candidates receives a majority of the votes cast.
M. Upon adjournment of the district council’s annual meeting, all election results are final. Results of the election are displayed on the district website as soon as possible following adjournment of the meeting.
N. All proxies and ballots are retained for 24 hours following the close of the meeting for review only by the district director or district credentials chair, as necessary, and immediately thereafter destroyed by the district director or district credentials chair.
