What is Toastmasters

About US

What is Toastmasters?

Toastmasters International is a non-profit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, the organization's membership exceeds 300,000 in more than 15,800 clubs in 149 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators, and leaders.

Toastmasters International Mission

We empower individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders.

District 56 Mission

We build new clubs and support all clubs in achieving excellence.

Club Mission

We provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.

Toastmasters International Core Values

Benefits of joining

District 56 Toastmasters is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping people become better communicators and leaders.

District Leadership

District leaders put service above self in supporting all clubs in achieving excellence.

our history

District 56 became the second Toastmasters district in Texas on July 1, 1957, as a result of a split with District 25.

District 56 Director

A Toastmaster since January 2015, Chandra values his journey in Toastmasters. The communication and leadership skills he learned in Toastmasters helped him both personally and professionally. Chandra gained a lot from Toastmasters and wants to help others so they can have a rewarding Toastmasters experience.

Program Quality Director

In 2016, Sharla was introduced to Toastmasters, and her life-changing journey began. She loves her Toastmasters family and the transformative impact Toastmasters has made in her personal and professional development.

Club Growth Director

Our next 65 years in District 56 can be even more empowering to our members. Collaboratively we can make a meaningful difference by helping to build new clubs, strengthen existing clubs, and grow membership. A passionate and curious leader who is dedicated to achieving excellence and developing effective leaders and communicators. Ready? Join us.

Administration Manager

Finance Manager

Public Relations Manager

Immediate Past District Director

Jo began her Toastmaster’s journey in June 2015. She enjoys bringing the gift of Toastmasters to new members, mentoring, and witnessing all Toastmasters grow into better versions of themselves each day. Jo retired from MD Anderson Cancer Center after 38 years where she worked as a Sr. IT Project Manager.