District 7 Toastmasters
Annual Conference
May 16-17, 2025
District 7 Toastmasters
Annual Conference
May 16-17, 2025
Did you know that the District 7 Toastmasters Conference is for you? We welcome anyone who is interested in public speaking, professional development, or simply learning how to present yourself better to others. Toastmasters members and nonmembers alike are welcome to attend:
These are among the most highly anticipated events of the year for Toastmasters.
View program agenda or registration information.
The Council is made up of all elected District officers, Area Directors, Club Presidents and Vice Presidents Education.
Get ready for an exciting and impactful session as we elect our District Officers for the 2025-2026 term and discuss the highly anticipated Realignment Proposal.
The Annual Meeting of the District Council is an exclusive Business Meeting, by invitation-only.
Audacious Joy / Aunt Lena
Enjoy dinner and Audacious Joy with Anne-Louise Sterry. (Learn more about Anne-Louise Sterry.)
View dinner menu.
Do you feel like constant demands are getting the better part of you? Is the weight of endless problem solving and decision making taking its toll? Have you lost track of what you used to love about your work? What if the key to reconnecting with your work in a sustainable and meaningful way is something you already know how to do?
Have you ever been so immersed that you lost complete track of time, ideas and insights were coming in from out of the blue, and things were coming together with a sense of ease? Those moments when you were "getting into it" like a musician gets into the music. During these kinds of experiences, you were in flow. What if you could get into flow, on demand?
Author Diane Allen is a global authority on the flow state. With her Copper Dragon violin, she weaves live musical performance, scientific principles, storytelling, positive psychology, inspiration, and actionable steps so you can be in your genius and love what you do.
Learning Objectives:
Biography
International Speaker and Violinist Diane Allen is a TEDx/TED Speaker and Thought Leader who speaks on increasing the meaning, joy, and fulfillment in one's work and life by accessing the flow state. As the author of Flow: Unlock Your Genius, Love What You Do, Diane shares her insights on how to harness the power of flow. Years before neuroscientists discovered the positive impact of the flow state, Diane had already experienced its transformative power in her own career as a violinist. Diane was the concertmaster of the Central Oregon Symphony for 15 years, a beloved violin teacher for 28 years, and author of the Fingerboard Workbook series for violin, viola, cello, and bass. It was her unique approach to getting into flow, on demand, that earned her a spot on the TEDxNaperville stage and features on TED, ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, Associated Press, Boston Herald, Authority Magazine, and Thrive Global. Today, Diane is known for her experiential Keynotes, Training, and Coaching programs that go Beyond Engagement™, featuring her three-step Flow Strategy™ system, which empowers people to get into their flow state, be in their genius, and love what they do. Diane is a former District 7 Toastmaster.
We are each blessed with a trove of experiences that inform and define us. However, finding these moments and putting them to intentional use is a skill rarely practiced. In this presentation attendees will learn how to identify their defining moments, how to assign meaning to them, and how to shape these experiences for productive use as speakers and throughout their lives.
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Biography
Robert Killen has woven the art of storytelling into every chapter of his professional journey, spanning roles as an artist, banker, author, nonprofit executive, small business leader, and more. After joining District 7 Toastmasters, he refined his craft and advanced to the finals of the World Championship of Public Speaking in 2007. During the economic collapse of 2009, Robert developed a professional development curriculum to help struggling professionals and organizations leverage the power of storytelling for greater impact.
An Oregonian at heart, Robert is currently living in Florence, Italy, where he creates training resources for small business owners and shares his experiences abroad through music. His upcoming presentation, "Hidden Treasure: Discovering the Forgotten Stories that Define You," reflects his passion for helping others uncover pivotal moments in their lives and transform them into compelling narratives that drive personal and professional growth.
For years, Rohan Aurora avoided volunteering, thinking it wasn't for him. But when he finally took the leap into Toastmasters and Rotary Club, everything changed. In this talk, Rohan will share how stepping outside his comfort zone and embracing volunteer leadership helped him grow into a more confident leader, speaker, and person. He'll show how service to others can unlock doors to new opportunities, build leadership skills, and drive personal transformation. Attendees will walk away with practical insights on how they can leverage volunteerism to enhance their own growth and make a positive impact.
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Biography
Rohan Aurora is a tech entrepreneur who leads an investment group focused on acquiring home health and services businesses. Known for his bold risk-taking and relentless drive, Rohan is dedicated to creating jobs, building stronger communities, and inspiring others through the power of public speaking. As a committed Toastmaster, tango dancer, and mountain runner, Rohan shows how passion and perseverance lead to success in both work and life.
We share our lives in stories. They help create a common memory that strengthens families and communities and provide a way to organize our experiences, so that we can share them in a variety of presentations. Rediscover personal and family stories within a comfortable, interactive atmosphere.
You will learn:
Biography
Veteran storyteller and workshop leader, Steven Henegar, celebrates the wonderful variety of stories that we use to share our lives. Wry conversation wraps around a lively mix of personal experience and original fiction. Steven calls up the everyday and the fantastic to discover feelings and experiences that connect us all: Truth & Lies for all occasions.
www.stevenhenegar.com
Being a Visionary Leader is a many-faceted topic. Ann will be drawing upon her experience as a district leader to address one facet of leadership... cultivating people-relations and seeing how it contributes to confidence, growth, and success.
In this session you will be challenged to:
Biography
Ann Snelling has been a Toastmaster for 26 years. Ann was motivated to join a Toastmasters club to learn organizational and speaking skills in a formal setting. She had a story to tell but not the polished skill to present it. Her first club, Salem Toastmasters, was primarily all men who were great encouragers, listeners, and evaluators. They helped her get started not only as a speaker but also as a competitor in the speech, table topics, and evaluation contests.
Once in a Toastmasters club, Ann was exposed to the Leadership track. That was of great interest to her and resulted in her leading at the club, area, and division levels. She served at the District Level as the Lieutenant Governor Education and Training. That was so long ago that different titles were used! In the 2008-2009 year Ann was our District Governor (what we now call the District Director). That year District 7 was Distinguished. About her experience as a Toastmaster, Ann says, "There has been significant personal growth in many areas of my life as a result of being in the Toastmasters organization."
Aunt Lena is an alter-ego cocktail of all Anne-Louise's exuberant Italian family. As her bold, lipstick-smacking persona, Anne-Louise shares a thought-provoking and hilarious approach to living life with audacious joy. She not only tickles the funny bone and regularly has people howling with laughter, but Aunt Lena goes a little deeper with her cutting-edge Mediterranean wisdom to make a real and positive difference in people's lives. Join us for moments of roaring laughter and subtle reminders about how we can do more with less to create joy in our lives.
Biography
Anne-Louise Sterry is an internationally recognized motivational speaker and performing artist, performing for over 400,000 people across America and Europe in the last 30 years. Infusing her background in psychology, education, and nursing, Sterry combines speaking and original music to deliver her unforgettable 'keynote concerts' that inspire, educate, and entertain audiences of all ages. Known to excite the room with her joyful aura the moment she steps on stage, Anne-Louise has an amazing ability to connect with anyone she meets, from a single individual to an audience of thousands.
Anne-Louise is an award-winning Toastmaster (Toastmasters for Speaking Professionals) and has been a member of multiple professional associations such as the National Speakers Association and the National Storytelling Association. She is now a member of Global Songwriters' Connection and Portland Storytellers' Guild. She was an active member of the North Clackamas and the Canby Chambers of Commerce and taught performing arts courses at Portland State University. With her profound understanding of the human mind and extensive performing arts repertoire, Sterry captivates audiences with her thought-provoking and humorous approach to the challenges facing everyone, whether they are CEOs, managers, and employees, or parents, families, and seniors.
Throughout her career, Sterry has received multiple awards for her original music, has been featured on various podcasts with topics ranging from being a breast cancer survivor to the power of music and storytelling for children, and has been invited on news stations as a "local spreader of joy. She even hosted "Kazoo," her own radio show for children in Portland, Oregon! Throughout her time as a performing artist, Anne-Louise has been asked to create custom songs for all kinds of events. From anniversaries, funerals, birthdays, and life events to professional conferences and organization celebrations, Sterry is an expert in making any experience unforgettable.
In Person: Join us for the full experience! Register for the Conference,
Evening Social, or both — or simply attend the thrilling International Speech
Contest in person for just $10!
Online: Don't miss out! Attend the entire Conference (including both exciting Contests) virtually for just $15!
Register now through Eventbrite.
| event | in person | online |
|---|---|---|
| Conference (includes both contests) | $ 65 | $ 15 |
| International Speech Contest (only) | $ 10 | — |
| Evening Social (Dinner and Audacious Joy) | $ 55 | — |
| Conference and Dinner (bundle, through May 9) | $115 | — |
Note: Due to pre-ordering requirements, we encourage early registration for the dinner. Above pricing good only through May 9th. After May 9th (including at-the-door) pricing for the Conference is $100.
Camp Withycombe
Photo used with permission.
Free parking for all conference attendees.
Identification is required at the entrance gate at Camp Withycombe, such as a military ID, driver's license or other government-issued photo ID.
Driving Directions from Interstate 205 North or South:
Please note: As this is an active military post, no firearms or weapons are allowed, including those with concealed permits. Smoking and vaping are prohibited at Camp Withycombe.
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Raynette Yoshida
Raynette Yoshida, known among her friends as "the Paparazzi," is a force behind the lens. Her unparalleled photography skills have earned her legendary status, capturing moments like no one else can.
With a heart as big as her talent, Raynette is generously donating her time and expertise to help support the conference. Her invaluable contribution will help underwrite the costs, ensuring that the event is a success.
Raynette joined Toastmasters in 2009. She is a member of the Tell Me a Story and Sunrise Toastmasters Clubs. District 7 has featured her in Voices!
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