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Congratulations

At this year's Toastmasters International Convention, Bryant Pergerson received the Program Quality Award. This international recognition is presented to a District Program Quality Director whose district trained at least 85% of its Area and Division Directors on time, and whose clubs achieved at least 45% Distinguished status. Congratulations, Bryant and District 117!

Club Growth Incentives

FANTASTIC FOUR

JULY 1, 2026 - SEPTEMBER 30, 2026

Recruit 4 new members during the program period and your club could earn recognition and a financial award.

$25 AWARD - 15 CLUBS RECOGNIZED

Deadline: September 30th

SMEDLEY AWARD

AUGUST 1 - SEPTEMBER 30, 2026

Add 5 new, dual, or reinstated members, and your club will earn an official Smedley Award ribbon from Toastmasters. Additionally, the first 15 clubs will earn a $25 award from the district.

$25 AWARD - 15 CLUBS RECOGNIZED

Deadline: September 30th

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The Trio

Bryant Pergerson, DTM
Bryant Pergerson, DTM

District Director

Misty Mitchell, DTM
Misty Mitchell, DTM

Program Quality Director

Terrence Armstrong
Terrence Armstrong

Club Growth Director