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Big “D” Toastmasters is an active group that is committed to learning and developing public speaking and leadership skills. Visitors are always welcome.

Since 1949, Big “D” Toastmasters has been one of the premier Toastmasters clubs in Dallas, and has provided its members with weekly public speaking opportunities, a supportive environment, and a venue for developing new friendships. Big “D” is Dallas’s first Toastmasters club and has been in existence since 1949. Our membership is composed of a broad range of people from all walks of life, ranging from UTD and SMU undergraduate and graduate students, business professionals including doctors, lawyers, engineers and accountants, and other members of the community. We’re all committed to personal development as we work to improve our speaking and leadership skills. Rest assured you’ll be welcomed, invited to make yourself comfortable and just sit back and observe as a guest for as long as you like. At Big “D” Toastmasters, you’ll learn how to communicate effectively, become more confident, and think on your feet. If you wish to become a better speaker and leader and are ready to start taking action toward achieving your goals, we’ll see you at the next Big “D” Toastmasters meeting!

10/02/2026

October 1, 2026 Meeting Report

Yesterday’s meeting explored “Favorite Quotes,” where we shared the powerful words that inspire, ground, and drive us forward 💬✨

Congratulations to Aaron Jackson for completing another Pathways Level! We’re so proud to celebrate your progress with the club 👏🥳

We also had the privilege of inducting our newest member into our Big “D” Toastmasters family! Welcome, Karen - so awesome to see you hitting the ground running and winning a ribbon right out of the gate!

Congrats to our Winners of the Week:
🏅 Best Table Topics: Karen
🏅 Best Evaluator: Josh Baier
🏅 Best Speaker: Aaron Jackson
🏅 Outstanding Toastmaster: Steven Malecek

Thank you all for joining and inspiring us with your words! See you next Thursday at 6:30 PM 🗓️

09/28/2026

September 24, 2026 Meeting Report

Last week covered “Recess For Adults: A Day to Be a Child Again”, featuring playful Table Topics responses and two major milestone Icebreaker speeches delivered from both Josh and Benjamin 👏

Congrats to our Winners of the Week:
🏅 Best Table Topics Speaker: Maritzabel Monge (not pictured)
🏅 Best Evaluator: Aivin Thomas
🏅 Best Speaker & Outstanding Toastmaster: Benjamin Benita

See you this Thursday at 6:30 PM!

09/21/2026

September 17, 2026 Meeting Report

Last week, “Speaker Night” returned for a third time and delivered once again 😌

The expanded lineup gives more members the opportunity to challenge themselves, hone their craft, and gain valuable stage time. The talent and commitment in the room made our third edition of this new tradition our best one yet 👏

Join us in celebrating our Winners of the Week:
🏅 Best Speaker: Deepak Semwal
🏅 Best Evaluator: Maritzabel Monge
🏅 Outstanding Toastmaster: Terri Chrisman

This week, we’ll return to our standard agenda, but “Speaker Night 4.0” will return on October 15 at 6:30 PM! 🗓️

09/04/2026

September 3, 2026 Meeting Report

Yesterday’s meeting explored “The Power of the Mind,” where we dove into how our thoughts, beliefs, and feelings are all interconnected. By understanding neuroplasticity, we realize our brains aren't fixed; we have the power to rewire our neural connections, adapt, and grow at any stage of life. And every week at , we put this into practice by building new pathways for confidence and communication. 🧠✨

Congratulations to David Alpuche for completing his Level 4 Pathway! This level of achievement takes dedication and consistent practice, and we’re so proud to celebrate this major milestone with you 👏🥳

We also inducted our newest member, Andrew, into our Toastmasters family!

Join us in celebrating our Winners of the Week:
🏅Best Table Topics Speaker: Aivin Thomas
🏅Best Evaluator: Julie Fidalgo
🏅Best Speaker & Outstanding Toastmaster: Deepak Semwal

🗓️ NEXT WEEK is our Club Speech Contest! Members are invited to compete and deliver speeches on any topic of their choice, with winners advancing to represent our club in the District 50 Area Contest.

See you all next Thursday at 6:30 PM as we cheer on our contestants! 🙌

08/28/2026

August 27, 2026 Meeting Report

Our latest meeting centered around the theme “SPEAK UP,” diving into the moments we hold back — from staying quiet in meetings when we know the answer, to missing out on well-deserved promotions, to letting our kindness be taken for granted simply because we hesitated to assert ourselves. At , we practice stepping into uncomfortable situations so we can learn to think, communicate, and express ourselves with unwavering confidence. Being able to walk into any room and speak effectively is a skill that elevates every area of your life.

We also had the honor of inducting our newest member, Benjamin, into our club family! 🎉

Join us in celebrating our Winners of the Week!
🏅Best Table Topics Speaker: Benjamin (what a strong start as a newly inducted member! 👏)
🏅Best Evaluator: Steven Malecek
🏅Best Speaker & Outstanding Toastmaster: Dr. Sharon Baty

08/21/2026

Mark your calendars! 🗓️

Next week, we’ll return to our regular agenda, but “Speaker Night 3.0” will return on September 17 at our usual time, Thursdays at 6:30 PM!

08/21/2026

August 20, 2026 Meeting Report

Round two of “Speaker Night” was a success! We skipped Table Topics once again to feature 5 Speakers and 5 Evaluators, making room for a full lineup of incredible speeches and constructive feedback.

We were thrilled to induct our newest member, Diwitha — welcome to the family, Diwitha! 👏
Special shoutout to Stephy Perea for delivering her powerful Icebreaker speech, “Becoming Her”.

Join us in celebrating our Winners of the Week!
🏅 Best Evaluator: Aivin Thomas
🏅 Best Speaker & Outstanding Toastmaster: David Alpuche

08/14/2026

August 13, 2026 Meeting Report

Last night’s theme was “Charity”, where we explored the many ways we can give back - both through financial support and by sharing our time, energy, and talents. Generosity isn’t just about what’s in our wallets; it’s about how we show up for our communities and support one another.

Join us in celebrating our Winners of the Week!
🏅 Best Table Topics Speaker: Aivin Thomas
🏅 Best Evaluator: Nosa Egiebor
🏅 Best Speaker: Chakri Pailla
🏅 Toastmaster of the Evening: John Papazian (not pictured)

Mark your calendars! 🗓️ Next week is our second “Speaker Night” and you won’t want to miss it.

Join us next Thursday at 6:30 PM - our doors are always open to guests 🎙️✨

08/07/2026

August 6, 2026 Meeting Report

Our latest meeting centered around the theme “Inventors Who Changed the World”, sparking inspiring speeches and impromptu responses about the brilliant minds and innovations that shaped our modern everyday lives.

We also had the honor of welcoming our newest member, Josh, into our club family! 🎉

Join us in celebrating our Winners of the Week!
🏅Best Table Topics Speaker: Stephy Perea (another one of our newest members inducted last week! 👏)
🏅Best Speaker: Justin Powell
🏅Best Evaluator: Matta Sannoh
🏅Outstanding Toastmaster: Aivin Thomas

07/24/2026

July 23, 2026 Meeting Report

This week brought the inaugural “Speaker Night 1.0”, where we broke from our traditional agenda to host 5 incredible speakers and evaluators instead of our usual 3! The energy was high, and this first-ever Speaker Night was such a success that it will now be a monthly tradition.

We were also thrilled to welcome a very familiar face back into the fold as we officially inducted returning member and former Club President, Brian Peacock! Having that depth of experience and leadership back in our room makes our community even stronger 👏

Join us in celebrating our Winners of the Week!
🏅Best Speaker: Justin Powell
🏅Best Evaluator: John Mottram
🏅Toastmaster of the Day: Reghu Aravind

Whether we’re testing out new meeting formats or welcoming back seasoned leaders, our club is constantly evolving to give every voice a platform. Breaking the routine reminds us that when we step outside standard structure, incredible energy follows. ✨

Our doors are open every Thursday at 6:30pm. Come find your voice and join us at our next meeting!

Address

10370 N Central Expressway
Dallas, TX
75231

Opening Hours

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Website

http://dallastoastmasters.com/

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