Toastmasters International -2019 Convention Agenda

2019 Toastasters International Convention Agenda

AUGUST 21–24, 2019 / DENVER, COLORADO

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Please note: The following events are all listed in Mountain Time (MT).

DAY

TIME

EVENT

Tuesday, August 20

12–3:30 p.m.

Smedley Fund World Headquarters Tour

Help raise funds for the Ralph C. Smedley Memorial Fund® by visiting our new World Headquarters in Englewood, Colorado during the 2019 International Convention. The tour, rich in Toastmasters history, is led by World Headquarters staff. The ticket price includes a donation to the Smedley Fund, round-trip transportation from the Gaylord Rockies to World Headquarters, a guided tour of the building and refreshments.

5–9 p.m.

Registration Desk, Marketplace

6–9 p.m.

Candidate Corner Open

Wednesday, August 21

8 a.m.–7:30 p.m.

Registration Desk Open

8 a.m.–6 p.m.

Marketplace & Candidate Corner Open

8–11:30 a.m.

Smedley Fund World Headquarters Tour

1–2:30 p.m.

Board of Directors Briefing

Hear the Toastmasters International Board of Directors share updates about recent decisions and the organization’s vision and strategies for the future.

3–4:30 p.m.

Toastmasters 360°

Be a part of this interactive session, which will explore Toastmasters International from a 360° perspective, beginning with a welcome to our first-time attendees of the International Convention by International President Lark Doley and Chief Executive Officer, Daniel Rex. The session will conclude with a panel discussion to include a club officer, district leader, international officer, international director and region advisor who will share experiences serving in leadership roles. Learn important ways you can contribute as a leader at any level, while meeting first-timers and making new friends.

7–9 p.m.

Opening Ceremonies and Keynote Presentation

Be there for the highly-anticipated convention kickoff, featuring the popular Parade of Flags, an inspiring keynote speaker and an introduction to candidates for the 2019-2020 Board of Directors.

9–10:30 p.m.

Marketplace & Candidate Corner Open

10 p.m.–Midnight

Sing-Along

Thursday, August 22

7–8 a.m.

Region Advisor Breakfast

Admission to the Region Advisor Breakfast is by invitation only. Attendance is limited to past and current region advisors.

7:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.

Registration Desk Open

8 a.m.–9 p.m.

Marketplace & Candidate Corner Open

8–9 a.m.

Education Session

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9:30–11:30 a.m.

International Speech Contest Semifinals

Cheer on your district's contestant in their quest for a finalist slot in the World Championship of Public Speaking®.
Please note: Two semifinal sessions will be running concurrently; check back for more information on which contestants will be competing.

11:30–1 p.m.

Networking Lunch

Connect with Toastmasters from around the world and gain valuable insight, ticket required.

1–2 p.m.

Education Session

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2:30–5:30 p.m.

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Candidate Showcase

Learn about this year's candidates for international office as they address convention attendees.
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7–9 p.m.

Hall of Fame

Celebrate Distinguished District successes and individual members’ accomplishments.

10 p.m.–Midnight

Sing-Along

Friday, August 23

7–8 a.m.

Past Officers and Directors Breakfast

Admission to this event requires pre-registration. Attendance is limited to past members of the Toastmasters International Board of Directors.

7:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m

Registration Desk Open

8 a.m.–2 p.m.

Marketplace & Candidate Corner Open

8–9 a.m.

Education Session

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9:30–11 a.m.

Accredited Speaker Program

Watch as candidates for the prestigious Accredited Speaker designation give their final presentation before the judges.

11:30–2 p.m.

Golden Gavel Luncheon: Honoring Distinguished Districts

The Golden Gavel is the highest honor our organization offers to non-Toastmasters; it has been presented annually since 1959 to distinguished individuals in the fields of communication and leadership. Toastmasters’ 2018-2019 Distinguished Districts will be honored. Admission to the Golden Gavel Lunches is included in your registration.

2:15–3:15 p.m.

Education Session

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4:30–9 p.m.

Annual Business Meeting

Your vote counts! Elect 2019-2020 international officers and directors and vote on important issues that guide the future of our organization.

10 p.m.–Midnight

Sing-Along

Saturday, August 24

9 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Registration Desk Open

9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Marketplace Open

8–9:45 a.m.

Region Gatherings

Mingle with members from your region and celebrate the results of the Annual Business Meeting.

10–11a.m.

Education Session

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11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m

Networking Lunch

Connect with Toastmasters from around the world and gain valuable insight, ticket required.

1–3:30 p.m.

World Championship of Public Speaking®

Experience the thrill as 6 finalists compete for the top honor in the 2019 World Championship of Public Speaking®.

3–5 p.m.

Marketplace Open

6–7 p.m.

President's Inauguration

Watch as newly elected officers and directors are officially installed into office.

7:30 p.m.–Midnight

President's Celebration

Join the festivities of this celebratory event, which includes a sit-down dinner and dancing. Admission to this President's Celebration is by ticket only.

10 p.m.–Midnight

Sing-Along