Topic: D53 Building Stronger Clubs: Next Steps to Chartering
When: Saturday May 9, 2026 10:00am-11:30am Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Where: Zoom
Presented by: Jaap Russchenberg, Past Region Advisor, Region 10 Continental Europe (2019-2020)
Attendees: Open to all District 53 members
Why: This session is designed to help us grow stronger, expand our impact, and reach more members in our community.
Whether you’re interested in starting a new club, increasing membership, or simply learning what makes clubs thrive, this training will provide practical strategies you can put into action right away. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
District 53 Page for the event: https://d53tm.org/d53-training-club-building/
Do you have a question about Toastmasters – whether it be about the club experience, generic speech topics or anything Pathways? If so, this is your opportunity to connect with District leaders and members of the District to bounce ideas and gain insight from your fellow members – all in a supportive environment.
Held the third Monday of every month.
12:00 – 1:00pm ET
Coach’s Lounge: Where Leaders Become Coaches of Transformation
A virtual mastermind for Toastmasters leaders ready to go beyond running clubs and start developing people. This is not another training, it’s a space to think, share, grow alongside fellow leaders while learning how to coach with intention, not just lead with instruction.
This is the session that you don’t want to miss it because when you unlock the powerful question to build engagement, active participation, and ownership, you’ll be sure to watch your club soar.
Do you have a question about Toastmasters – whether it be about the club experience, generic speech topics or anything Pathways? If so, this is your opportunity to connect with District leaders and members of the District to bounce ideas and gain insight from your fellow members – all in a supportive environment.
Held the third Monday of every month.
12:00 – 1:00pm ET
Coach’s Lounge: Where Leaders Become Coaches of Transformation
A virtual mastermind for Toastmasters leaders ready to go beyond running clubs and start developing people. This is not another training, it’s a space to think, share, grow alongside fellow leaders while learning how to coach with intention, not just lead with instruction.
This is the session that you don’t want to miss it because when you unlock the powerful question to build engagement, active participation, and ownership, you’ll be sure to watch your club soar.



