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.
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District Director Greetings
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MAY 2024
WOW! We are in the LAST two months of this program year! It has been an exciting ride, full of pivoting and swiveling to avoid potholes and accidents! We are almost there.
60 days left. Let’s make the most of it.
Congratulations to our newly elected Trio for 2024-2025. District Director-Elect Lisa Smith, Program Quality Director-Elect Rhonda Mattox, and Club Growth Director-Elect Shirley Kyles.
Just as we just elected our new District Officers, please be reminded that club officer elections should occur in May. It is time to take the next step and serve your club when called upon to do so.
Thank you so much for your dedication to District 43. I look forward to celebrating all of the Distinguished Clubs this year!! Will your club be in that number?
Jackie Houser
District 43 Director 2023-2024
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Public Relations Awards
Club meetings are the heart of Toastmasters. I was pleased to present PR Awards to these outstanding members who are ambassadors for their clubs. They were chosen due to their online presence. When you have time, check them out. I’m sure you’ll find some great ideas on how to engage your members and show your network the benefits of Toastmasters.
-Erica May
Public Relations Manager
The PR team is working hard to keep D43 members informed, inspired and engaged.
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Erica May
Public Relations Manager
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Barbara Gregory
Newsletter Designer
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Lea Carr
Social Media Specialist
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Lindsey Grill
Social Media Specialist
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Bradley Harris
Editor / Proofreader
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Justin Crosby
Contributor / Advisor
Overview of District 43
Overview of Toastmasters International
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHTS
Find out about our members, their experiences, and how they have benefited from Toastmasters.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Sponsor of Memphis Gavel Club,
a Youth Toastmasters Club
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