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Marshall, Mark Lucas (D7 Past Region 1 Director. Impactful because I wanted even more
Advisor) and Second Vice President Candidate than before, for every member to feel like I felt at
Karen Lucas. My Toastmasters Tribe I this training. I desire all members to gain a deeper
thought, as I saw the thousands of Toastmasters understanding of Toastmasters history. I want all
at this training. A strong sense of belonging and members to experience Toastmasters competing and
purpose was my heightened sense as I moved about speaking at a high-performance level and knowing
during the training. this possibility is open to them. I hope all District
Though we were all from different countries, 7 members will feel that welcoming spirit at all
different skin tones, different languages, and levels of the Toastmaster Tribe. The feeling that they
dialects, we moved as one, Toastmasters all. A place matter at all levels of the organization.
where you felt no difference.We were all leaders with As I reiterate my experience of District Leader
our own talents to offer to the Toastmasters mission Training, my heart still fills with joy to
and vision. know the privilege I have of being a Toastmaster and
I had a keen sense of what I wanted to do in my serving the District 7 Toastmasters members.
own district to help members and clubs grow. My
sense of responsibility and accountability grew even
more for the Toastmasters organization and my
commitment to District 7 members. There were
many unforgettable sights, sounds, Toastmasters,
and learning opportunities that I cannot tell it all.
However, this journey to District Leader Training
was impactful for me as the District 7 Club Growth

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