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May 16, 201830,000 participants from 141 countries compete to become the 2018 World Champion of Public Speaking®
March 19, 2018The educational nonprofit completes transition of corporate office to Englewood
December 6, 2017What to do when natural conversations don't come naturally
September 6, 2017Balraj Arunasalam becomes leader of global educational organization
August 28, 2017Manoj Vasudevan rises above 30,000 participants to win world's largest speech contest
August 23, 2017The global public speaking and leadership organization's membership exceeds 350,000 members in more than 16,000 clubs
August 9, 2017Top corporations such as Amazon, Boeing and Google offer communication skills training for their workforce
August 2, 2017The World Championship of Public Speaking® comes to Vancouver in August
May 17, 2017Erin Gruwell to accept organization's most prestigious award
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December 20, 2016
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November 1, 2016Eldonna Lewis Fernandez and Darren LaCroix become the latest Toastmasters to earn prestigious title for excellence in professional presentations
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October 17, 2016The nonprofit educational organization announces new location near Denver
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September 27, 2016
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September 7, 2016The global public speaking and leadership organization's membership exceeds 345,000 members in nearly 16,000 clubs
September 1, 2016Mike Storkey becomes leader of global educational organization-
August 22, 2016Darren Tay rises above 30,000 participants to win world's largest speech contest
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July 27, 2016The World Championship of Public Speaking® highlights the International Convention in Washington, D.C.
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May 24, 2016The proven program helps develop the communication skills today's employers demand
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May 12, 2016Creator of Mind Maps to accept organization's most prestigious award
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April 13, 2016Employers seek applicants with strong speaking and writing abilities
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February 23, 2016
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February 4, 201630,000 participants compete to become the 2016 World Champion of Public Speaking
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December 9, 2015
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November 18, 2015Toastmasters provides tips for raising your glass with class
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October 27, 2015Author, speaker and corporate educator becomes 67th Toastmaster to earn professional designation
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October 21, 2015
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August 26, 2015Jim Kokocki becomes leader of global educational organization
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August 17, 2015Mohammed Qahtani rises above 30,000 participants to win world's largest speech contest
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August 5, 2015The global public speaking and leadership organization has more than 332,000 members and 15,000 clubs
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July 28, 2015The World Championship of Public Speaking concludes International Convention in Las Vegas
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June 23, 2015Apple, Bank of America, Coca-Cola and other industry leaders offer communication and leadership development
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May 27, 2015Toastmasters International offers tips for toasting to newlyweds
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May 6, 2015Nobel Peace Prize winner to accept organization's most prestigious award
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February 18, 2015Presentations that left a lasting impression with the audience and television viewers
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February 11, 201530,000 participants compete to become the 2015 World Champion of Public Speaking
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December 10, 2014Presentations that captured the attention of audiences around the world
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December 1, 2014The new site features a sleek design and easy navigation
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November 6, 2014For the past 90 years, the global speaking and leadership organization has helped politicians hone their skills
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November 3, 2014The public speaking experts request both masterful and disasterful toasting videos to share with fans and followers
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October 22, 2014The organization's mission of empowering speakers and leaders remains as relevant today as in 1924
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September 11, 2014Customer service speaker becomes 66th Toastmaster to earn professional designation
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September 10, 2014Mohammed Murad is first Emirati to lead global educational organization
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August 26, 2014Dananjaya Hettiarachchi rises above 30,000 participants to win world's largest speech contest
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August 5, 2014As its 90th anniversary approaches, the global public speaking and leadership organization posts record expansion; now has more than 313,000 members and 14,650 clubs
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July 30, 2014The King of Malaysia Confers John Lau a Federal Datuk
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July 1, 2014Toastmasters' best practices for honoring newlyweds
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June 18, 2014Rohana Rozhan to accept prestigious award at event in her honor on Aug. 22, 2014.
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May 27, 2014Toastmasters International offers advice to graduation speakers
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April 14, 2014Ryan Avery will sign new book at his alma mater, Colorado State University, to raise money for college scholarships
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December 30, 2013Presentations that captured the attention of a wide audience
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November 26, 2013How to raise a glass and express gratitude with class
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October 24, 2013As the public speaking organization turns 89, it has a presence in 122 countries and shows no signs of slowing down
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September 17, 2013George Yen is first Taiwanese to lead global educational organization
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September 9, 2013Motivational speakers, communication and leadership experts can now apply to speak at the organization's Aug. 2014 International Convention
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August 24, 2013Presiyan Vasilev, an immigrant from Bulgaria, rises above 30,000 participants to win world's largest speech contest
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July 10, 2013The World Championship of Public Speaking concludes four-day Toastmasters Convention in Cincinnati
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July 1, 2013How to honor the newlyweds with style
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June 18, 2013The proven program helps job seekers speak with confidence and clarity
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April 15, 2013Quiet author to receive organization's most prestigious award
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February 20, 2013Through public speaking, anyone can find their voice and serve their world
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February 4, 2013Global competition draws more than 30,000 participants to the stage
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December 5, 2012How to approach holiday functions with confidence
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October 22, 2012The organization's communications model remains as relevant in 2012 as when it began in 1924
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October 9, 2012Proven techniques that even presidential candidates can use to persuade voters
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September 19, 2012Released on DVD this week, the film SPEAK chronicles the experience of Toastmasters' best
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September 13, 2012John Lau, business executive and political leader from Kuching, Sarawak, represents 280,000-plus member global organization
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August 18, 2012Rising above 30,000 participants, 25-year-old Ryan Avery is youngest ever to win world's largest speech contest
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August 9, 2012Reports strongest growth in corporate sector
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July 24, 201286 contenders from around the world vie for the coveted title
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December 21, 2011
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November 1, 2011Public speaking tips from the pros
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September 27, 2011Top officer of worldwide nonprofit is attorney from Alameda, Calif.
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August 22, 2011Jock Elliott rises above 30,000 participants to win world's largest speech contest
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August 17, 2011The organization modernizes its look and strengthens its focus on leadership
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June 21, 2011World Championship of Public Speaking concludes 4-day International Convention in Las Vegas
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May 9, 2011Noted Canadian leadership expert receives organization's most prestigious award
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February 12, 2011Improve your relationships with better communication
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January 24, 201130,000 participants in 113 countries will compete to be named the World Champion of Public Speaking
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November 1, 201030% increase over 2009 proves the global need for leadership skill-building the non-profit organization offers
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September 20, 2010Communication and leadership tips for women in business from five women who served as International President of the 260,000-plus member organization
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August 26, 2010Top officer of the 260,000-plus member organization hails from Victoria, British Columbia
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Public Relations Strategist
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Public Relations Manager
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