Prepare to R.I.S.E.: Recruit – Insire – Speak – Encourage
Welcome to your go-to resource center for District 77 Area Directors.
Here, you’ll find everything you need to plan visits, guide clubs, lead area events, and achieve Distinguished recognition.
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Core Mission and Role
We build new clubs and support all clubs in achieving excellence.
Your role as Area Director is to:
- Serve as the link between clubs and the District.
- Visit each club twice per year to assess quality and offer guidance.
- Lead the Area Council (club presidents, VPEs, and VPMs).
- Organize speech contests and promote training and recognition programs. (Source: Club Leadership Handbook, pp. 8–9)
📘 Download: Serving Clubs Through Visits – A Guide for Area Directors (Item 219)
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Club Visit Resources
Your Area Director Club Visit Report is based on the Moments of Truth framework.
Each visit helps identify strengths, challenges, and growth opportunities.
Tools:
Six Moments of Truth:
- First Impressions
- Membership Orientation
- Fellowship, Variety, and Communication
- Program Planning and Meeting Organization
- Membership Strength
- Achievement Recongnition
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Distinguished Club & District Recognition Programs
Key Documents:
Qualifying Requirements (DCP):
- Club must have 20+ members or net growth of 3 by June 30.
- Club Success Plan submitted by September 30.
- Minimum of five DCP goals achieved for Distinguished status.
(Source: Distinguished Club Program Manual, pp. 5–10)
Area & Division Distinguished Goals:
Celebrate clubs that achieve Distinguished and beyond!
Track your progress monthly via District Performance Reports
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Speech Contests
Every Area conducts contests following official Toastmasters rules.
Resources:
Tip: Plan contests early in collaboration with your Division Director and ensure all judges are eligible and trained.
(Source: Speech Contest Rulebook, pp. 5–15)
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Leadership & Training
As an Area Director:
- Attend and facilitate Club Officer Training (COT) twice a year.
- Participate in District training sessions and Area Council meetings (at least twice yearly). (Source: Club Leadership Handbook, p. 9)
Resources:
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Area Council Resources
Purpose: Collaborate with Club Presidents, VPEs, and VPMs to align goals.
Meeting Topics:
- Club Success Plan reviews
- Membership-building initiatives
- Training attendance updates
- Area Contest Planning (Source: Club Leadership Handbook, p. 9)
Promote Toastmasters. Empower Clubs. Inspire New Members.
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