District 44 Toastmasters is proud to present our 2025 Annual Conference at the Marriott Century Center in Atlanta, Georgia, May 2 &3.
This year promises to be an extraordinary event filled with opportunities for personal growth, leadership development, and connection with fellow Toastmasters from all around. Whether you are looking to refine your speaking skills, share your experiences, or simply enjoy the camaraderie of like-minded individuals, this conference is designed with you in mind.
Throughout the weekend, we will be hosting a variety of sessions, workshops, and keynote addresses from accomplished Toastmasters and industry professionals. You’ll gain valuable insights, engage in meaningful discussions, and take away practical tools to elevate your speaking and leadership abilities. You won’t want to miss our two District Contests, Tall Tales and International Speech Contests which showcases the best of our eight Divisions vying for the grand title of District 44 Speech Champion!
Plus, we have exciting networking opportunities that will allow you to build lasting relationships within the Toastmasters community. Don’t miss out on this incredible chance to grow, learn, and be inspired. We can’t wait to see you there!
Keynote Speakers
District 44 Quad
Tanisha Bulla, DTM
District 44 Director
Yolonda Jay, DTM
District Program Quality Director
Barbara Wallace, DTM
District Club Growth Director
Shereese Brooks
District Public Relations Manager
2025 Conference Sponsors
Education Session Presenters
Conference Highlights
Conference Chair
Ajaye Lee Hopper, DTM
As the Conference Chair for this year’s Annual Toastmasters Conference, I’m thrilled to extend a personal invitation to you and your fellow members to join us for this incredible event. It promises to be a weekend filled with valuable learning experiences, meaningful connections, and the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.
Our conference has been carefully designed to meet the needs of Toastmasters at every stage of their journey. From thought-provoking keynote speakers to engaging workshops, we are offering a wide array of sessions that will equip participants with the tools and strategies they need to further their speaking, leadership, and communication skills. Additionally, there will be plenty of networking opportunities to collaborate with fellow Toastmasters and district leaders from across the region.
Attending this conference is not just about learning—it’s about participating in an experience that will reignite your passion for Toastmasters and inspire you to take your skills to the next level. Whether you’re looking to discover new leadership strategies, or simply connect with others who share your enthusiasm for self-improvement, there is something for everyone.
I encourage you to make this conference a priority for you and your fellow Toastmasters. This event is a fantastic opportunity to further immerse yourself in the Toastmasters community, strengthen our district, and continue the tradition of excellence that defines our network.
Thank you for your continued support, and I look forward to seeing you at this year’s Annual Conference!
Special Guest Appearance
Freddie Falcon