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2025 Convention Landing Page

Picture it!

Can you see this new era upon us? Close your eyes for a few seconds and visualize what the next century might look like for communication excellence and Toastmasters. Open them to this happy collage movement where we invite you to delight in the intersection of your near-future goals with those of the organization. Are you ready to put your stamp on a very special “Envision” board? Come to convention and help us get the next 100 years started!

Get excited to join the visionaries in a 1-minute-and-37-second video.

Key Energy

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From Silence to Brilliance: How to Craft Compelling, Clear Communication

Golden Gavel Honoree Matt Abrahams
University lecturer, keynote speaker, communications consultant, speaking coach, author, podcast host

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Ignite Your Next Move: Courageously Dancing into the Future

Keynote Anne Bonney
Speaker, trainer, author, podcast host, workshop facilitator

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Sticker Staples

Count on these core convention attractions.

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Opening Ceremonies
Education & Inspiration
World Championship of Public Speaking®
Global Networking
Golden Gavel

Persuade Your Boss

Need to justify the value and cost of the Toastmasters 2025 International Convention to your superior? We’ve crafted a letter of persuasion for you; download and modify it to make your case to attend!

Read All About It

Enhance your convention experience with these Toastmaster magazine articles.

Dance Into the Future With Anne BonneyA flame in a sticker outline

The keynote speaker for the 2025 International Convention explains why “sassy backtalk” is good for how your brain handles change.

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Matt Abrahams, 2025 Golden Gavel RecipientA gold award in a sticker outline

The multi-talented lecturer, author, and podcaster, who has made a career in communication, has a cringe-worthy early speaking story.

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Envision Yourself at the 2025 International Convention

Put your stamp on the organization’s future, and see what else Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has to offer.

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Visualize Your Goals

Learn how to use a vision board to clarify your aspirations.

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Notice of Vote

Learn how to vote for the Board of Directors candidates.

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A First-Timer’s Journey at Convention

The four-day Anaheim event made a lasting impression on this inspired 2024 attendee; here’s why.

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2024 SNAPSHOTS

Can’t wait for convention? Enjoy these centennial highlights captured at last year’s event.

The image shows three people dressed in traditional Asian attire, holding colorful fans, standing in what appears to be a conference or event venue with decorative lighting and other attendees visible in the background.
A woman in a white outfit stands on a stage with an orange curtain backdrop, holding a microphone and speaking.
A man in a suit and bowtie is enthusiastically raising his arms in celebration, surrounded by a crowd of people in a dimly lit event venue.
A group of people, some smiling and applauding, seated in an audience setting.
A group of people, including men and women, are enthusiastically dancing and celebrating on a stage with a blue curtain backdrop.
A woman wearing a vibrant pink and gold sari stands on a stage with a curtain backdrop.
A smiling woman with curly hair and glasses, wearing a green sweater, is seated among a group of people in a dimly lit room.
A young woman with long dark hair stands on a stage, wearing a white dress and smiling brightly against a vibrant orange backdrop.
WebThe image shows a group of three men posing together in a crowded, colorfully lit event or gathering.inar
A smiling woman in a pink top and black jacket stands on a stage against a purple curtain backdrop.
The image shows a person in a white outfit sitting on a chair on a stage with a purple curtain backdrop.
The image shows a group of people in formal attire, including a woman wearing a headscarf, standing together in what appears to be a conference or event setting with blue lighting and stage equipment in the background.
A person in a wheelchair is raising their hand and smiling, surrounded by two other people, all on a stage with a purple backdrop.
A woman wearing a colorful, patterned jacket and glasses stands in the foreground, holding a colorful hand prop, while a blurred figure can be seen in the background.
A woman in an elaborate, patterned dress and headpiece stands at a podium against a purple curtain backdrop.
A well-dressed man with a beard and glasses stands on a stage, holding a microphone and gesturing as he speaks in front of a wooden backdrop.
The image shows a group of people, including two women with glasses, one of whom is smiling and applauding, in a dimly lit room with orange and purple lighting.
A smiling woman stands in front of a Toastmasters International backdrop, raising her arms in celebration.
A middle-aged man in a blue suit stands on a stage, gesturing with his hands as he speaks into a microphone in front of a dimly lit background.
A group of people, some with their hands raised, appear to be engaged in an energetic and enthusiastic activity or event, set against a warm-toned background.
A group of people, some wearing colorful and patterned clothing, are gathered together in what appears to be a conference or event setting, with a crowd visible in the background.
A man in a suit and glasses is seated in a dimly lit room, with a warm orange glow illuminating his face.
A large crowd of people, some wearing colorful clothing, are gathered in an indoor event space with a high ceiling and lighting fixtures.
A group of people, likely panelists or speakers, are seated on a stage in front of a purple curtain backdrop.
A smiling woman in a red traditional Chinese dress stands in front of a backdrop with the Toastmasters International logo, gesturing enthusiastically while speaking into a microphone.
A group of people, dressed in colorful and vibrant outfits, are gathered together and posing for a photograph. The background appears to be a conference or event setting, with a Toastmasters logo on the wall behind them.
A woman with long hair stands on a stage, arms raised, in front of a crowd of people in a dimly lit venue.
A group of women in colorful, festive attire are gathered together, smiling and making celebratory gestures in what appears to be a crowded event or party setting.
A smiling woman with long dark hair wearing a red sequined dress stands in front of a purple-lit backdrop.
WebiA large crowd of people, some waving their hands enthusiastically, appears to be attending an event or gathering.nar

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