Come for the public speaking, stay for the friends!
The Benefits of
Toastmasters
Public Speaking
Practice and improve your communication skills while completing a range of projects in the Pathways curriculum to gain the basic skills needed to present an effective speech.
Interpersonal Communication
Being an excellent communicator, strong presenter, or effective leader is more than just being able to give a good prepared presentation. At every meeting, we are given the opportunity to become a better listeners and conversationalist.
Leadership
Each member helps play various roles in helping the meeting run smoothly.The Pathways projects help develop the basic skills needed to be an effective leader.
Join the club
Welcome
Whether it’s through speeches, topical (or offbeat) themes, peer evaluations, or chocolate-centric awards, we have fun as we overcome our fear of public speaking, build confidence and grow our leadership skills!
Join our Club
We invite you to visit our club three club times to make sure it’s a good fit for you. If you like us, we’d love to have you! It’s a simple process. You will fill out a short membership form and pay pro-rated membership dues. Toastmasters International will send your materials and you’ll be started on your first self-directed learning pathway.
Personalized Support
Sometimes getting started can be the hardest part. If you’d like some individual help and support when you’re starting out, we’ll find a mentor for you. By having someone to touch base with, answer your questions, and help you reach your personal goals, you’ll quickly feel at home here.
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Club Blog & Past Meetings
2/23/2021 Harry was tonight’s Toastmaster with a theme of “Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World.” He based his topic on a 2019 book by David Epstein called “Range: Why …
2/9/2021 Chloe was our Toastmaster with the theme of “The Year of the Ox.” Chloe introduced her topic with the question of the day, which was: “ What’s your favorite …
12/15/20 Harry was our Toastmaster with a theme of “2021 Goals.” Harry presented his topic by stating to the group, “Name at least one goal for 2021.” Answers ranged from …
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What to expect
Prepared Speeches
At every meeting we have up to 3 speakers give prepared speeches on a wide range of topics.
Considerate Evaluations
Evaluations by fellow members are a chance to learn about strengths and areas to improve.
Table Topics
These one to two minute ad-lib speaking sessions are great practice for thinking on your feet.
Debate
Our club is unique in having a debate where two teams craft and present reasons for and against a given topic.
“Chamber Club 540 has Increased my confidence, self esteem, and ability to think on my feet.”
Meet the Club
Our club was chartered in 1947, the 540th club of Toastmasters International, and is one of the oldest Toastmasters chapters in Seattle. We are honored to continue the legacy of this founding club and we strive to uphold the mission and standards of Toastmasters International. Purpose generates energy and in our case, lots of welcoming warmth as well! We are known for our fun & supportive atmosphere. Chamber Club 540 is a large, diverse, and friendly group of people who all work together to ensure that every meeting is successful, fun, and a place for everyone to learn and grow as a speaker.
Our Members
Toastmaster Moments
KatieBusiness Analyst I recently led a training in front of my entire firm focused on “presenting with authority.” The skills I learned in Toastmasters informed the content I shared with my colleagues and the way I presented myself. After the training, I received positive feedback from my firm, particularly from the CEO. The success of this training confirmed the positive impact my time in Toastmasters has had on my presentation skills as a young professional.
JessicaGraphic Designer I’ve never had a problem talking in front of or with people, but early on, through the feedback I received from my fellow Toastmasters, I discovered that I had two modes, presentation mode (prepared) and conversation mode (impromtu). While the former was much more organized and cohesive, the later felt much more natural, fluid and friendly. Through my speeches I have worked to merge these into one voice.
ChristaProject Management I joined Toastmasters in October of 2016 & it has been an enriching experience. Not only have I met a great group of people; personally, I have been more forthright & intentional in my conversation, choosing to speak when normally I would have “just let someone else”. Particularly, I was able to give a “impromptu speech” for my mentor at her 70th birthday party. I happened to say something funny & I am still being reminded of how great my speech was!
Our Officers
Miguel Ibarra
Vice President Education
Bill Wardwell
Vice President Membership
Chloe Chiang
Vice President Public Relations
Kevin Kim
Sergeant at Arms
Diana Perrault
Immediate Past President
