We also discussed Distinguished Club Program goals and our theme is "Membership, Membership, Membership." We need 20 (that's TWENTY) members to qualify for this distinction as club. Last year, EarlyRisers had achieved 9 out 10 points (the highest score in the AREA), but we did not have the required base membership to qualify. We missed out on receiving an award of $200 TI dollars (good for Toastmaster supplies like ribbons and manuals). But this need for new members also affects how the club runs itself. Now, with only 18 members and the reality of vacation, work and family, it is difficult to have full meetings (as is the case in the upcoming week where we only have 1 speaker slated). So, it's in everyone's interest that we bring in new members.
The four in attendance agreed that we will have a membership drive or event in October.
Also good news is that Kelly Brant has stepped up to fulfill the VP of Membership role through the remainder of the term. As you may have heard in his speech a couple weeks ago, Kelly has a lot going on right now. Thanks for stepping up Kelly!
Josie had a very creative idea of targeting other "early risers" in our area at places we can find them-- coffee shops-- and even suggested holding a membership drive meeting at one of the local coffee shops.
The final suggestion was to have a conference call or meeting to discuss an October event.
Enjoy your day!
Giselle
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