As Club Growth Director for District 86, I believe every great journey begins with a single invitation. Behind every thriving club is a member who felt welcomed, supported, and inspired to grow.
This year, our focus is simple: strengthen our clubs, support our leaders, and create opportunities for more people to experience the life-changing impact of Toastmasters. Growth is not measured only by new members, it is reflected in engaged members, healthy clubs, confident leaders, and communities that continue to flourish.
Whether you are a new member taking your first steps, a club officer leading your team, or a seasoned leader mentoring others, you are an essential part of our success. Together, we will build clubs where every member feels valued, challenged, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
I invite you to dream bigger, lead with purpose, and help us share the Toastmasters experience with those who have yet to discover it. Every conversation, every guest, and every meeting has the power to change a life.
Let’s work together to build stronger clubs, develop exceptional leaders, and make District 86 a place where growth creates lasting impact.
Here’s to an incredible year of growth, service, and success.
CGD Team Members

Carl Naus, DTM
Club Extension Chair

Ethel De la Penotiere
Youth Leadership Program (YLP) Chair

Parveen Johal, DTM
Club Coach Chair

Laurie Macfarlane
Moments of Truth Chair

Wayne Kuhn, DTM
Executive Action Team – Member 2

Aurie Contosta, DTM
Club Retention Chair

Anne Dockeray, DTM
Speechcraft Chair

Cody Peller
Open House Chair

Can B. Gursoz
Video Content Chair

Ajitha Yasmin Sriraman
CGD Operations & Training Chair

Madan Chauhan, DTM
Gavel Clubs Chair

Teresa Carolan, DTM
Club Mentor Chair

Augusto Orihuela
Digital Design Chair

Brahm Memone DTM
Executive Action Team – Member 1