Welcome to District 43: Where Leaders Are Made
Serving Arkansas, North Mississippi, and Western Tennessee
STEP 1 - SEARCH
Every club has its own unique imprint. Visit multiple clubs to find the one that’s right for you.
STEP 2 - APPLY
When you find the club you want to join, meet with the Club's Leadership to ask questions and discuss your next steps.
STEP 3 - GET STARTED
Welcome to Toastmasters! You will receive an email from Toastmasters International with instructions on how to access your Pathways online learning curriculum.
District Director Greetings
Greetings, fellow Toastmasters of District 43. I am honored to serve as your District Director for the 2025-2026 program year. My goal is to empower the district leadership team to work together toward the District Mission, which is to Build New Clubs and support all clubs in achieving excellence. It’s all about the members…it’s not about me.… FORGING FORWARD UNITED TO SUCCEED SMEDLEY Distinguished in District 43, together!
Shirley Kyles, DTM
District 43 Director 2025-2026
Public Relations Corner
“Forging Forward and United to Succeed.”
The PR team is working hard to keep D43 members informed, inspired, and engaged
Sunny Fridge
Public Relations Manager
Lessie Hayes
Newsletter Designer
Erica May
Social Media Specialist
Ron Williams
Social Media Specialist
Bradley Harris
Editor / Proofreader
Tenetra Walton
D43 Webmaster
Overview of District 43
Overview of Toastmasters International
MEMBER SPOTLIGHTS
Find out about our members, their experiences, and how they have benefited from Toastmasters.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sponsor of Memphis Gavel Club,
a Youth Toastmasters Club