District 47’s 2025 Annual Conference will take place from Saturday, April 26, 2025 – Sunday, May 4, 2025.
The Annual District Council Meeting to elect our officers for next year and District Finals for all speech contests will take place, There will also be education sessions and the opportunity to network, learn and have fun with Toastmasters from all over Southeast Florida and the Bahamas.
The In-Person Annual Conference itself will happen May 2-4, 2025. .
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- Meet our Sponsors
- Conference Book
- Praises from the Sidelines – See who received thanks!
- Education Sessions – Meet our Presenters
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CONFERENCE BOOK
PRAISES FROM THE SIDELINES
From: | To: | Thank you for: |
Daybreak Club | Nichole Nelson | Being such as supportive Area Director |
Daybreak Club | Dr Susan Vineta, DTM | Investing and Mentorship of our Club Members |
Berina Darbouze | Nichole Nelson | Thank you Nichole for being my mentor and guiding me through Toastmasters and also believing in me which gave me the confidence to do more. |
Anonymous | Sherri Issacs And John Mc Call | Hats off to Sherri for her placement and John for his dedication to our club |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | Evelyn Benson, DTM | Thank you for all that you do for Division E and District 47 and for working on so many projects with Betty and myself. |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | Maria Lozano | Thank you very much for all you have done for Area 50 and Division E this year….you are so talented and so generous with your time. Speaking of talent…thanks for introducing me to Canva…and all the help you gave me. |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | Betty Ortiz-Valdes, DTM | Thanks for keeping track of all the incentives for West Kendall…it made such a difference as you motivated the club to achieve greatness….Thanks also for your help with BCC and for working alongside Evelyn and myself!! |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | John Lazar, DTM | Thank you for all you do…..it’s great knowing that I can always call on you… |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | Phyllis May, DTM | Just taking this opportunity to thank you for your friendship. Love our chats from time to time and of course happy to see you at the Conference. |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | Dr. Susan Vineta, DTM | Congratulations! Love your energy and creativity!! I know you will have an ‘Excellent’ year as Program Quality Director |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | Ancin Munnings, DTM | Congratulations on your election to lead District 47 as District Director. As always you have my support. |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | Maurice Fuller, DTM | Saying hi to my fellow Jamaican and wanted to thank you again for your help last year! |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | Pamela Rolle, DTM | Looking forward to seeing you at the Conference. You are truly such an inspiration!! |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | Lois Margolin, DTM | Thank you for your successful leadership last year and all you continue to do to serve District 47. Love your leadership style! |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | Anthony “Tony” Longley, DTM | Looking forward to seeing you at the Conference…Can’t believe how long Winston & I have known you…. |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | Emilio Martinez | Congratulations! I know you will put your heart and sole into leading Division E this coming year!! You got this! |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | Price Polynice, DTM | “Members First” Loved that tag line. Thank you for leading District 47 in it’s 70th year. |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | Kristina Kihlberg, DTM | Just saying hi and hope to see you at the Conference. |
Kathy Dyke, DTM | CeCe Espeut, DTM | Thank you for leading Divison E this year….we really do need to find those ICHS girls among us!! |
Vika Rudnieva | Monique Gibson | Thank you for your support! |
Vika Rudnieva | Jerrod Clersaint | Thank you for your support! |
Vika Rudnieva | Price Polynice | Thanks so much for your support! |
Vika Rudnieva | Susan Vinetta | Thank you for the great advice at just the right moment! |
Vika Rudnieva | Andrea Robinson | Thank you for being such an inspiring example of PR excellence! |
Vika Rudnieva | Ralph Hughes | Thank you for your support! |
Vika Rudnieva | Florence Stewart | Thank you for your support! |
Vika Rudnieva | Maurice Fuller | Thank you for your support and for encouraging my creativity! |
Vika Rudnieva | Evelyn Benson | Thank you for your wisdom and kindness! |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Claudia Zapata | For being an incredible quiet leader whose unwavering zeal, natural magnetism, and powerful aura speak louder than words. Your presence inspires, your actions uplift, and your leadership leaves a lasting mark without ever needing the spotlight. |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Antoinette Bailey | For demonstrating perseverance, commitment, and service |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Torah Cole | For being true example and embodiment of a master Toastmaster! |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Laura Thezine | I am thanking your for being an amazing personality with an incredible smile! You are incredibly talented and I have learned a lot from you about perseverance. Keep shining brightly and being the amazing person that you are! |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Maria Lonzo | For being an amazing person |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Florence Stewart | For being a source of inspiration. |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Cece Espeut | For exhibiting openness |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Jimmy Catave | For shining brightly! |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Geraldine Hogan | For showing what kindness, sincerity, and empathy look like. I also thank you for your support and generosity! |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Vika Rudnieva | For being an amazing talent and always going above and beyond the call of duty! |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Nathaniel Johnson | For being a gentle leader who makes a huge impact in the lives of others. |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Dr. Maurice Fuller | For being an amazing person and source of support |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Manuela Petit | For being a true example of an awesome leader and powerful communicator. |
Dr. Ralph Hughes, DTM | Marsha Sims | For being an incredible advisor. |
Bianca Moreiras | DTM Susan Vineta | Susan I always feel your love and support. Thank you and congratulations in your new role. You have my support. |
Bianca Moreiras | DTM Price Polynice | Price your support in TM and personally is cherished. Thank you. You are in my heart always. ❤️ |
Bianca Moreiras | Weston Area Toastmaster Club | Congrats on 40 years as a Club, your support of our members and rallying around me in my time of need. I love all of you. ❤️ |
Bianca Moreiras | Beverly Legister Division A Director | Thank you for all you do for our Weston TM Club and your support of my growth. Love you. |
Bianca Moreiras | 2024-2025 District 47 DEC leadership | Excellent job this last year. All of you Rock! |
Bianca Moreiras | DTM Linda Clark | You are a true Queen B. Thank you for your encouragement and guidance this year. I look forward to the continued support. |
Bianca Moreiras | Club Coaches and our Coach leadership | Thank you for being the cheerleaders of the organization and your support of me. |
Bianca Moreiras | DTM Nick Smith | Looking forward to working together in 2025-2026 term. We are going to be fire!!! |
Bianca Moreiras | 2025-2026 District 47 DEC Leadership | Looking forward to an Epic year. Congratulations Everyone. |
CGD Susan | DD Price Polynice DTM | Thank you for your constant Encouragement and support |
CGD Susan | CGD Mentors | Your willingness to continue to give is inspiring and I want to thank you for your time and energy. You are appreciated! |
Susan Vineta DTM | Daybreak, Sunrise, Art of Speaking Toastmasters | Thankful for all the members past and present who contribute to this amazing journey with Toastmasters! |
CGD Susan | CGD Support Team | Grateful for your dedication, enthusiasm and service to our District. Thank you you are all fabulous. |
CGD Susan | PQD Ancin Munnings, DTM | Thank you for your constant support and kindness! |
CONFERENCE EDUCATION SESSIONS













