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046. Peter Salazar – The Power of the Agenda and Other Valuable Lessons

Our guest is Distinguished Toastmaster and Past District Director, Peter Salazar. During his stint in the United States Marine Corps, Peter learned that his communications skills needed work and was told he should join Toastmasters. Years later, Peter acted on that advice and joined Tempe Toastmasters. Listen as Peter outlines his Toastmasters journey and his enthusiastic involvement in district leadership, contests, and the Speakers Bureau. (Recorded October 5, 2021)

045. Su Fong - The Best Professional Development I‘ve Ever Had

Originally from Korea, Su Fong is an experienced educator who joined Airpark Toastmasters to improve her adopted second language - English. In just a few years at Airpark, Su has became a confident speaker and inspiring leader within her club and a member of the District 3 Speakers Bureau. She wants everyone to know that Toastmasters is the best professional development she's ever had! (Recorded September 24, 2021)

044. Serban Mare – From Fearful to Fantastic

Serban Mare joined Toastmasters because he was afraid to speak in public. However, after just one speech, he quit, unable to conquer his fear. Fortunately for all of us, Serban gave Toastmasters another chance, this time with a new attitude and a determination to succeed. And succeed he did! (Recorded September 18, 2021)

043. Dr. Steve Broe — Helping People Become Successful

Dr. Steve Broe has been active in Toastmasters for thirty-one years and is an author, college instructor, and amateur musician. In this episode Steve shares his philosophy of learning and explains why he's stayed in Toastmasters for over three decades. (Recorded September 10, 2021)

042. Antonio Valles — Be Proactive!

Antonio Valles shares lessons from his twenty-six years as a Toastmaster member, including his love of speech contests, his role as a speech coach, and his current involvement in the District 3 Speakers Bureau. Tony’s advice to beginners and veterans alike? Be proactive! (Recorded September 1, 2021)

041. Lauren Riley — Finding Your Inner Value

Meet Lauren Riley, member of Old Town Toastmasters in Scottsdale, Arizona, District 3 Area Director, and member of the District Speakers Bureau. Lauren joined Toastmasters to gain the skills necessary to deliver an important message about perseverance in the face of obstacles. Lauren works everyday to overcome the effects of cerebral palsy and strives to become a professional speaker, encouraging people to reach for their goals and not take “no” for an answer! (Recorded August 19, 2021)

040. Karen Hewitt – For the Betterment of Those Around You

Grand Canyon Echoes welcomes Karen Hewitt, DTM, the 2021-2022 District 3 Program Quality Director. In this episode, Karen explains her current role in the district, her involvement with the District Speakers Bureau, and the reasons she joined Walkie Talkies and S.L.E.E.K Toastmasters. Karen is passionate about mentoring and leverages her Toastmasters skills to reach audiences with her compelling story of adversity and triumph. [Recorded August 17, 2021]

039. Randy Casarez – You Never Stop Learning Until You Stop Trying

Our guest is Randy Casarez, an eleven-year Toastmaster from Tucson. Randy is an active member in multiple clubs and organizer of the upcoming district-sponsored Impact Events. He likes participating in speech contests and recently joined the District 3 Speakers Bureau to receive expert advice and tips that enhance his presentations. Randy advises all members to keep speaking, keep learning, and keep improving your skill set [Recorded August 15, 2021]

038. Stephanie Angelo – Caring About Company Culture

Stephanie Angelo is an actress, Toastmaster, and professional speaker specializing in helping organizations create a great company culture. In this interview, we learn how Stephanie got started as a professional speaker, how Toastmasters helps her in her work, and some fun stories about her acting career! [Recorded September 2, 2021]

Website: https://stephanieangelo.com/

Email:      stephanie@stephanieangelo.com     

037. Travis Hardin – Hope, Encouragement, and Love

Our podcast guest is Travis Hardin, a Toastmaster and member of the District 3 Speakers Bureau. Travis was a professional speaker before joining Toastmasters but admits that he’s learned from his time as a member and especially from his association with the Speakers Bureau. In his professional speaking, Travis’s target audience is anyone in need of hope, encouragement, and love! (Recorded August 9. 2021)

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travishardin/   Email: travishardin@hotmail.com