Welcome to Canning Vale Toastmasters (CVTM)! ‘Welcomed’ is exactly how I felt when I walked into my first CVTM meeting and it only got better from there. I have experienced moments of joy, laughter, support and…..complete mind blanks in the middle of speeches. In each and every one of these moments I felt supported, cheered on and equipped to progress in my journey as a Toastmaster because of the community and culture of CVTM.
I took on the role of President as a way to give back to this club, a club that continues to provide opportunities for its members to develop and grow as individuals and as a community. I am looking forward to working with a wonderful committee who is defined by its integrity, experience, creativity and wit. Frank Crisafio (Immediate Past President) led an amazing year in which he, the committee and the club faced and overcame numerous challenges related to venue changes and the pandemic. With Frank’s committed, observant and insightful leadership, the club navigated these and enjoyed many events and fundraisers organised by several members that were enjoyed by all. Of course, to cap it all off, we are, yet again, a Presidents Distinguished Club, as we look forward to returning to our home ground at Canning Vale College, I and the committee would like to thank you for joining us for the 2022-23 Toastmasters year and look forward to supporting you on your journey as a Toastmaster.