A RICH PAST AND A BRIGHT FUTURE
Sierra Toastmasters has been making leaders in the valley for more than 75 years! It is the longest running and most well-known Toastmasters club in the valley. For four years in a row Sierra Toastmasters has attained the highest recognition, i.e. Two of our members have reached the highest level in Toastmasters, i.e. Distinguished Toastmaster (less than 1% of memb
ership worldwide has achieved this distinction). We expect to have our Third DTM this year! Two of our members, again women, have published their own books! Our members come from diverse backgrounds (students, teachers, authors, engineers, doctors, nurses, upper and middle managers, accountants, attorneys, paralegals, and entrepreneurs to name a few). Diversity (gender, race, ethnicity, and culture) of our members has enriched our learning experience. Cognitive Intelligence (IQ) alone is not sufficient to be successful in today’s business environment. Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is playing an increasingly important role. Further, effective communication is one of the key components of EQ. The Craig School of Business’s mission to provide high quality business and economics education to a diverse student body, and Sierra Toastmaster’s mission to empower individuals and provide a supportive and positive learning experience, go hand-in-hand. Vision
To create a sustainable strategic partnership between the two iconic institutions in the valley, i.e. Sierra Toastmasters and Craig School of Business, by
1. Attracting members (students and professionals) with PASSION and COMMITMENT
2. Ensuring diversity of membership (gender, geography, culture, profession, language, etc.), and fostering leadership skills (ability to connect with people with diverse and different points of view) needed in today’s competitive global economy.
3. Raising the brand value of both iconic institutions by:
a. Setting high expectations for both students and professionals. Offering a higher learning experience for both students and
professional. Goals
President
1. Offer a higher learning experience by improving the quality of Evaluations. I will complete the 5 projects in the “Evaluations” Path within 3 months of availability of the Pathways program.
2. Nurture the relationship with Craig School of Business. Get one representative from Craig School of Business to be an active member of club leadership team by October 31st. VP of Education
1. Improve the quality of the club’s mentoring program. Ensure that all new members are matched with a mentor.*
b. Encourage mentors/mentees to meet regularly. Expand the pool of available mentors. Conduct training sessions for mentors.
2. Encourage members to set educational goals, and progress towards achieving them. Members working towards CC’s should ideally speak at least
once per month. Establish/update tracking system for all members in “classic”
TM education program. Encourage members in “classic” education program to
complete leadership roles for CL recognition.
3. Transition to Pathways. Available now. Ask current members to choose whether to continue on traditional TM program or start on Pathways.
*Recognizing that mentoring is not mandatory, and while new members are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity, they may decline if they choose. People have different learning styles, and some may not need or want one. VP of Public Relations
1. Maintain our online presence (Web Site & page) to showcase our club. Maintain our web page to be a landing page for information
about our club with a link to our club page to post
videos, photos, events and other information about our club. Continue to update both pages throughout the year. Take photos of events, awards and record videos of
speeches to upload to Facebook.
2. Engage various organizations at Fresno State to promote awareness of our club. Contact Alumni Association and Career Center to get our
name out there to students and alumni
i. Get a booth at on-campus career fairs hosted/conducted
by the Career Center. Reach out to Fresno State Faculty Organizations like Fresno
State Women’s Association, Women’s Campus Connection,
Latina/o Faculty and Staff Association, Researchers and
Critical Educators, etc. Engage and reach out to professors about value of
membership and participation in Toastmasters to their
professional life. Engage and reach out to club presidents of other clubs on
campus to make known our presence on campus and
benefits of membership in Sierra Toastmasters. Apply to Student Involvement Office to get Sierra
Toastmasters approved as a Recognized Club on campus. To apply, we need a minimum of 8 Fresno State students
listed as members in addition to other requirements. After Sierra achieves Recognized club status, then we can
participate in events on campus like Vintage Days, etc. Sergeant at Arms
1. Ensure the readiness of venue.
2. Focal point for day to day working relationship with Craig School of
Business. VP of Membership
1. Continue to attract professional members and find a balance
between students and professionals.
2. Keep up to date membership materials and applications. Secretary
1. Publish inspiring weekly newsletters to keep the “PASSION &
COMMITMENT” alive
2. Engage and encourage guests to see the benefit of membership. Treasurer
1. Collect dues on time.
2. Establish a club budget.
