2016 Spring Conference
May 13-15, 2016
San Antonio, TX
San Antonio, TX
Education Sessions
Program Agenda
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Registration
Friday 3:00-6:00pm Saturday 6:45am-8:15pm Bookstore
Friday 3:00-6:00pm Friday 9:20-10:00pm Saturday 7:00am-8:25am Saturday 9:00-9:30am Saturday 11:30am-12:00noon Saturday 2:20-6:00pm |
Credentials
Friday 3:00-6:15pm Saturday 7:00am-9:30am Saturday 10:30-11:45am Saturday 1:00-3:00pm Silent Auction
Friday 3:00-6:00pm Friday 9:20-10:00pm Saturday 7:00am-8:25am Saturday 9:00-9:30am Saturday 11:30am-12:00 noon Saturday 2:20-6:00pm Auction ends at 5:00pm! |
| Friday | |
| Event or Action | Start |
| Conference Opens | 3:00 PM |
| Friday Afternoon Education Sessions | 5:00 PM |
| Ed Session: First Timers Reception | |
| Ed Session: District Moments of Truth I | |
| Ed Session: Successive Leadership: Passing the Torch | |
| Evaluation Contest Briefings | 5:00 PM |
| Banquet | 6:00 PM |
| Keynote Speaker - Crystal Allbritton | 7:00 PM |
| Evaluation Contest | 7:55 PM |
| Adjourn | 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | |
| Event or Action | Start |
| Breakfast Buffet | 7:00 AM |
| Morning Session | 8:00 AM |
| Parade of Banners | |
| Awards Presentations | |
| Saturday Morning Education Session I | 9:30 AM |
| Ed Session: Present with Impact; Persuade with Ease | |
| Saturday Morning Education Sessions II | 10:30 AM |
| Ed Session: District Moments of Truth I | |
| Ed Session: Live and Work SCRUMtiously I | |
| Ed Session: Award Winning Storytelling | |
| Luncheon | 11:45 AM |
| Keynote Speaker - Craig Valentine | |
| Saturday Afternoon Education Sessions | 1:20 PM |
| Ed Session: The Launch of the Revitalized Education Program | |
| Ed Session: Live and Work SCRUMtiously I | |
| Ed Session: Why We Hurt and How to Fix It | |
| District Officer Candidate Showcase | 2:30 PM |
| District Council Meeting | 3:30 PM |
| International Speech Contest Briefings | 5:30 PM |
| Banquet | 6:30 PM |
| DTM Ceremony | 7:00 PM |
| International Speech Contest | 7:45 PM |
| New District Officer Installation | 9:40 PM |
| Incoming and Outgoing District Director Speeches | |
| Adjourn | 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | |
| Event or Action | Start |
| Breakfast | 8:00 AM |
| Roast | |
| Conference Adjourn | 10:15 AM |
Keynote Speakers
Craig Valentine
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Crystal Allbritton, DTM
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Silent Auction Goes ON-LINE!
The Silent Auction will be ONLINE ONLY! It begins Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at noon. You can view the items and place bids at that time. You will have to register and pay via the on-line site.
Silent Auction Process and Groundrules
- All bidding and payments for auction items will be conducted online only.
- An internet capable device is required. If you do not have internet access, you use tablet devices in the Silent Auction room (the Austin conference room, upstairs)
- To sign up as a bidder, go to the Silent Auction website.
- Create an account using your email address.
- Once you have confirmed your email address, you are ready to bid.
- Come visit the Silent Auction room to view the auction items or view them on-line.
- Once you have placed a bid on any item, you will receive an email notification if you are outbid. You will then have an opportunity to submit a higher bid.
- On Saturday, May 14th at 5:00pm, you will be notified via email of all items you have won. You will be required to pay for all such items online not later than 6:30pm.
- Payment can be made through Paypal or your charge card.
- If you do not pay by 6:30pm, the next highest bidder will win the item.
- Items won must be picked up from the Silent Auction room by Saturday, May 14th at 11:00pm. Alternatively, make arrangements for pick up after the conference with Conference Co-Chair Jim Barshop at 210-861-5263 or via email.
Silent Auction Hours of Operation
Viewing:
Online: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at noon to Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 5:00pm
In person: Austin Conference Room, San Antonio Airport Hilton
Friday, May 13, 2016
3:00-6:00pm
9:20-10:10pm
Saturday May 14, 2016
7:00am-8:25am
9:00-9:30am
11:30am-12:00 noon
2:20-5:00pm
Bidding (Online): Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at noon to Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 5:00pm
Payment (Online): Saturday, May 14, 2016 5:00-6:30pm
Item Pickup:
Saturday, May 14, 2016
5:00-6:30pm
10:00-11:00pm
Online: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at noon to Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 5:00pm
In person: Austin Conference Room, San Antonio Airport Hilton
Friday, May 13, 2016
3:00-6:00pm
9:20-10:10pm
Saturday May 14, 2016
7:00am-8:25am
9:00-9:30am
11:30am-12:00 noon
2:20-5:00pm
Bidding (Online): Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at noon to Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 5:00pm
Payment (Online): Saturday, May 14, 2016 5:00-6:30pm
Item Pickup:
Saturday, May 14, 2016
5:00-6:30pm
10:00-11:00pm
Fund Raising Opportunities
CLUB COMPETITION
The Conference Committee is offering prizes for the two clubs that generate the most sales revenue from Silent Auction donations and Program Booklet Ads. The amount of the prizes will be linked to the amount of sales revenue.
CLUB COMPETITION DETAILS
Club competition participants will need the following documents to support their solicitation efforts.
Questions about the Club Competition can be directed to Pebby Garner.
The Conference Committee is offering prizes for the two clubs that generate the most sales revenue from Silent Auction donations and Program Booklet Ads. The amount of the prizes will be linked to the amount of sales revenue.
CLUB COMPETITION DETAILS
Club competition participants will need the following documents to support their solicitation efforts.
- Sample Donation request letter. Be sure to personalize the letter and enter your contact information.
- Sign Up Form
- Letter from the IRS validating Toastmasters as a non-profit organization
Questions about the Club Competition can be directed to Pebby Garner.
SILENT AUCTION
The Silent Auction will give Conference attendees the opportunity to bid on items donated by Conference sponsors. Past donations have included a spa treatment, hotel stays, passes to museums, gift certificates to retail stores, dinner for two at restaurants.
Questions about the Silent Auction can be directed to Conference Chair Jim Barshop.
The Silent Auction will give Conference attendees the opportunity to bid on items donated by Conference sponsors. Past donations have included a spa treatment, hotel stays, passes to museums, gift certificates to retail stores, dinner for two at restaurants.
Questions about the Silent Auction can be directed to Conference Chair Jim Barshop.
PROGRAM BOOKLET ADVERTISING
The printed Spring Conference Program is the ideal way to spread your message among Toastmasters! Supporters will receive excellent exposure, and ad prices start at only $30. Promoting your product or service in the Spring Conference Program is an easy and effective way to:
Ad Sizes and Pricing
DEADLINE: The absolute deadline for ad copy and payment is April 25, 2016
Make checks payable to: Toastmasters International
Mail to Conference Chair:
Jim Barshop
3119 Ivory Creek
San Antonio, TX 78258
Email the EDITABLE artwork file(s) (e.g. MS Word, Pages) to Conference Chair Jim Barshop (Conf_Spring16@tmd55.org)
Questions about Program Book Advertising can be directed to Conference Chair Jim Barshop.
The printed Spring Conference Program is the ideal way to spread your message among Toastmasters! Supporters will receive excellent exposure, and ad prices start at only $30. Promoting your product or service in the Spring Conference Program is an easy and effective way to:
- Showcase Your Business or Nonprofit
- Advertise Your Products or Services
- Express Congratulations for DTM and Other Awards
- Promote Your Club
Ad Sizes and Pricing
- Full page 7.25" x 4.5" - $100
- Half page 3.5" x 4.5" - $60
- One-third page / business card 2.0" x 4.5" - $30
DEADLINE: The absolute deadline for ad copy and payment is April 25, 2016
Make checks payable to: Toastmasters International
Mail to Conference Chair:
Jim Barshop
3119 Ivory Creek
San Antonio, TX 78258
Email the EDITABLE artwork file(s) (e.g. MS Word, Pages) to Conference Chair Jim Barshop (Conf_Spring16@tmd55.org)
Questions about Program Book Advertising can be directed to Conference Chair Jim Barshop.
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP
Corporate Sponsors receive distinct recognition, including Program Booklet Advertising and more. To support you in soliciting corporate sponsorships you will need the following documents:
SPONSOR AN EMPLOYEE - $175 per Employee
Consider sponsoring one or more employees who:
● Exceed performance expectations
● Demonstrate proven leadership abilities
● Maintain a perfect attendance record
● Have never attended a Toastmasters Conference
$500 SPONSOR
● Full page ad in the conference program booklet (7.5” x 4.5”)
● Recognition on District 55 website
● Sponsor sign at registration table
● Opportunity to include select marketing materials in conference registration packets
● Introduce the speaker for a main event (Friday evening, Saturday breakfast, Saturday lunch)
$250 SPONSOR
● Half page ad in the conference program booklet (3.5” x 4.5”)
● Recognition on District 55 website
● Sponsor sign at registration table
● Opportunity to include select marketing materials in conference registration packets
$125 SPONSOR
● One-third page ad in the conference program booklet (2” x 4.5”)
● Sponsor sign at registration table
Questions about Corporate Sponsorship can be directed to Ian Lemke.
Corporate Sponsors receive distinct recognition, including Program Booklet Advertising and more. To support you in soliciting corporate sponsorships you will need the following documents:
- Sample Sponsorship request letter. Be sure to personalize the letter and enter your contact information
- Corporate Sponsorship form
- Letter from the IRS validating Toastmasters as a non-profit organization
SPONSOR AN EMPLOYEE - $175 per Employee
Consider sponsoring one or more employees who:
● Exceed performance expectations
● Demonstrate proven leadership abilities
● Maintain a perfect attendance record
● Have never attended a Toastmasters Conference
$500 SPONSOR
● Full page ad in the conference program booklet (7.5” x 4.5”)
● Recognition on District 55 website
● Sponsor sign at registration table
● Opportunity to include select marketing materials in conference registration packets
● Introduce the speaker for a main event (Friday evening, Saturday breakfast, Saturday lunch)
$250 SPONSOR
● Half page ad in the conference program booklet (3.5” x 4.5”)
● Recognition on District 55 website
● Sponsor sign at registration table
● Opportunity to include select marketing materials in conference registration packets
$125 SPONSOR
● One-third page ad in the conference program booklet (2” x 4.5”)
● Sponsor sign at registration table
Questions about Corporate Sponsorship can be directed to Ian Lemke.