Professional Presenters Toastmasters

03/29/2026

ANNOUNCING: Marty Dickinson, one of our long-time members, former Club President, and current VPPR of Professional Presenters Toastmasters, is taking the stage at the 2026 District 26 Annual Conference in May alongside Accredited Speaker, Bob “The Idea Man” Hooey.

And this is NOT just another session.

It’s a two-hour, deep-dive, workshop about turning your Toastmasters skills into something REAL:

💰 Paid speaking
💰 Coaching & consulting
💰 Business growth opportunities

Watch this video:
https://youtu.be/-AD-NMPDhF8?si=nlQYrKvoqnMS5et2

If you’ve ever thought…

“Could I actually make money doing this?”

This session provides your answer.

Take the next step:

1. Register for the conference:
https://www.d26toastmasters.org/2026-district-annual-conference

2. And be sure to select the "Sunday Morning Breakfast and Workshop" Add-on being featured in the video titled:

"Skills Pay: Monetizing Your Toastmasters Experience"

3. With your attendance on Sunday, May 3, you'll get access to the pre-release, ebook version, of the upcoming published book on this topic, co-authored by Marty and Bob.

Paraphrasing what Marty says in the video: Many Toastmasters members attend meetings, participate in meeting roles, and serve in club and district leadership positions without ever realizing those skills are transferable to revenue-producing opportunities. We'll introduce you to more than 200 of those opportunities!

💥 Proud moment for our club.
💥 Big opportunity for YOU.

Let’s show up strong.

https://www.d26toastmasters.org/2026-district-annual-conference Register today for the very special Sunday, May 3, 2026, in person session after the main Dis...

02/12/2026

Struggling to make ends meet? Is your company downsizing? Sales in your business now where they should be?

Come for the District 26 Toastmasters-Serving Colorado, Wyoming and Western Nebraska conference Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2....and then STAY SUNDAY MORNING, May 3, to put your Toastmasters skills to work and earn revenue with your speaking and leadership!

Professional Presenters Toastmasters former president, 30-year business owner, and Membership Director of National Speakers Association Colorado chapter, Marty Dickinson, teams up with Bob the "Idea Man" Hooey, DTM, AS, to deliver a morning of discovery and doing to help you "Monetize your Toastmasters Experience in 90 Days!" Because...skills pay!

Registration link is in comments where you can sign-up to attend the two-day conference AND the Sunday workshop or attend the Sunday workshop as a stand-alone event and purchase.

01/21/2026

An outstanding contest last night! Representing us at Area will be:
Matthew Fox - Topics
Maria Dastur - International

09/26/2025

Professional Presentation Skill #25 of 100 you could be practicing at Professional Presenters Toastmasters club in Denver, Colorado: "Continuously practicing stories and developing new narratives."

Why is it important? Mastering your storytelling through continuous ongoing practice is vital for professional speakers because well-crafted stories connect audiences on a deeper level, transform presentations into memorable experiences, and help messages stick long after the speech is over.

Practiced storytelling boosts engagement and retention, allowing speakers to build trust and inspire audiences by sharing emotions, personal lessons, and relatable challenges.

Regular story practice ensures that speakers' material remains authentic, relevant, and adaptable for different groups or goals, helping speakers refine delivery, structure, and emotional impact.

Benefits of Ongoing Story Practice:

* Increases emotional connection and audience engagement

* Makes complex concepts more relatable and memorable

* Helps speakers stand out and leave a lasting impression

* Fosters authenticity and trust through shared experience

Refining storytelling is a lifelong pursuit for speakers who want their influence to grow and their presentations to resonate with audiences at every event.

How to Practice Your Storytelling:

A valuable way to practice storytelling at a professional speaker level is to choose a story with a clear message, rehearse it out loud, and actively seek feedback on your narrative structure, emotional delivery, and audience engagement. Focus on refining your story’s opening, pacing the unfolding events, and emphasizing a strong ending that links back to your central theme. Record yourself and review your performance to identify areas for improvement, or share your story with a small group for live critique.

Where Can You Find IMMEDIATE Help?

If you want to elevate your speaking and storytelling abilities, join us at Professional Presenters Toastmasters in Denver, Colorado. We even have a special event on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. in person, at the Miracle Center, near I-25 and Colorado Blvd., where the amazing Keith Bailey, DTM, and member of National Speakers Association, and professional speaker (Yes, that's him in the picture getting a standing ovation!!), will share his storytelling framework and will "story-smith" our stories on stage in real time!

At our club, you’ll have dedicated opportunities to present both personal and fictional stories and receive insightful coaching from experienced members. Bring your stories and experience growth as a professional speaker through supportive, skill-focused practice sessions.

There is NO charge to attend or participate at this special one-time event. Members pay semi-annual Toastmasters dues + club dues. So that we have a head count, please RSVP by sending an email to [email protected] for additional details.

09/25/2025

Do you have a "million-dollar story?"

Professional Presenters Toastmasters will host a VERY special open house event featuring one of District 26 Toastmasters-Serving Colorado, Wyoming and Western Nebraska's rising stars in the professional speaking world, the amazing Keith Bailey, DTM, this coming Tuesday, September 30, 7-9:00 P.M. at the Miracle Center near I-25 and Colorado Blvd.

This is no two-hour lecture! You could be brought on stage to dissect your story using Keith's proven techniques.

Refine your story...for the professional, paid stage!

Watch the video after reading the official description for this 2-hour intensive immersion into storytelling!

The Stories We Tell (And the Connections They Create): A story-communication experience for Leaders...

The stories we tell shape how others see us—and how deeply they trust us. In leadership, storytelling isn’t just a soft skill; it’s a trust-building superpower. Whether you’re leading teams, designing a conference, or planning a high-stakes event, your ability to tell intentional, authentic stories directly impacts how people connect, follow, and engage.

This session is both introduction to and an immersion in the With 1 Word® storytelling method—an actionable framework to uncover, shape, and share stories that build affective trust: the kind of trust people feel emotionally before any results are seen.

You’ll experience how intentional storytelling creates deeper team cohesion, stronger conference experiences, and more relatable affective leadership.

Because how a story sounds in your head is never how it lands in the room—you’ll practice out loud. This isn’t just theory. It’s a training ground for influence.

This session isn’t just for you. It’s for the people who count on you to help them create connections.

Learning Outcomes / Session Goals:

**Leave with story frameworks that enhance team communication, elevate the impact of events, and strengthen your leadership voice

**Gain a repeatable process for discovering the right story for any audience or situation

**Learn the SARM formula for crafting stories that are Specific, Authentic, Relatable, and Memorable

**Practice telling stories out loud to develop your delivery and presence in real-time

**Understand how affective trust is built through storytelling

You are welcome and strongly encouraged to join us. Do not miss this special event!

You do not need to be a member of Toastmasters to attend and participate. Come one, come all, and mix and mingle with other professional speakers from our Professional Presenters Toastmasters club and professional speaker members of the Colorado chapter of National Speakers Association that are coming to learn from Keith!

To RSVP, and get specific participation instructions, send an email to [email protected]

Don't miss this once-in-a-LIFETIME opportunity!

[Made possible by the official collaboration between Toastmasters International and National Speakers Association]

Hello there, fellow storytellers and communicators. My name is Keith Bailey with Articulated Intelligence, and I'm delighted to connect with all of you on Se...

09/22/2025

Professional Presentation Skill #11 of 100 you could be practicing at Professional Presenters Toastmasters club in Denver, Colorado: “Moving with intent on stage."

How to recognize you need to develop this skill: Crossing over (like an ice skating racer crosses over their feet in turns) your feet when you step to the side, not moving at all when the speech makes sense that you should, choosing the wrong times in the speech to move.

Why it's important: Moving with intent on stage is important because purposeful movement, when aligned with your message, can heighten your impact, make your content more memorable, and help you command the room. Purposeful stage movement draws the audience’s attention, underscores your points, and prevents nervous or distracting habits from undermining your credibility.

Suggestion for practicing it: Choose one main idea or message in your speech that would benefit from a key movement or position on stage. For example, start at one side to describe “the past,” and move to the center for “the present,” then to the opposite side for “the future.” Practice your speech at club meetings, intentionally walking to these spots at the right moments in your script. Ask for feedback from club members on whether your movement felt natural and if it helped emphasize your message. Gradually add purposeful gestures and experiment with stillness to reinforce your message, making each movement deliberate and aligned with what you are saying.

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Need to practice these skills in an in person setting on our stage in Denver, Colorado? Request visitation details by sending an email to [email protected]

09/17/2025

Presentation Skill #56 of 100 that you could...and should...be practicing if you're already a professional speaker getting paid to speak or are just entering the speaking business:

>>Asking engaging questions — Use rhetorical and direct questions in your speeches and gather immediate audience feedback.

08/20/2025

How's this for a club theme song?

07/02/2025

Our first event of the new fiscal Toastmasters year and we had "8" guests! It's going to be a great year! Come and join us!

04/29/2025

Tonight's the night! ONLINE ONLY.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89680175203?pwd=a0dzVEpHRkdma2pkbUk1eTZIamhiZz09
Meeting ID: 896 8017 5203 Passcode: 580769