2025 District 11 Spring Conference – Meet Our Speakers!

Join us for an unforgettable District 11 Spring Conference on April 26, 2025, where we bring together inspiring leaders, expert speakers, and dedicated Toastmasters to help you Believe & Achieve as we enter the next 100 years of Toastmasters excellence!

📅 Save the Date: April 26, 2025, at 10:30 AM EST

📍 Brotherhood Mutual Event Center, 6400 Brotherhood Way Fort Wayne, IN 46825   Click Here for map

 
For Ticket information: Click Here to Register

 

Keynote Speaker: Stefano Cossalter

Master the Art of Public Speaking with a Champion!
Stefano Cossalter is a 7-time Public Speaking Champion, TEDx coach, and keynote trainer with over two decades of experience. Renowned for his innovative coaching techniques that blend NLP, hypnosis, and dynamic speaking strategies, Stefano has shaped champions in the art of communication. As one of the most decorated Toastmasters in British Columbia history, he will empower you to captivate audiences, overcome fear, and elevate your public speaking skills.

Don’t miss this high-energy keynote that will set the tone for a day of growth and transformation!

 

Guest Speaker: Dr. Lamia Katbi, MD

Unlock the Five Pillars of Optimal Health
Dr. Lamia Katbi, MD, is a renowned pediatrician, author, and wellness advocate, helping families and individuals achieve mindful, balanced living. As the author of Just What the Doctor Ordered: The Five Pillars of Optimal Health, she blends medical expertise with a holistic approach to wellness, self-care, and mindful living.

Learn how to integrate health and well-being into your professional and personal life with Dr. Katbi’s insightful session!

Guest Speaker: Valerie Mrak

Transform Conflict into Creative Collaboration
Valerie Mrak is a TEDx speaker, award-winning filmmaker, and conflict transformation specialist who helps individuals and teams turn inaction and infighting into action and innovation. She interviewed six Nobel Peace Prize winners and former gang leaders, uncovering the secrets of creating possibilities in the most challenging relationships. With experience working with organizations like AT&T, Rotary International, and the National Park Service, Valerie’s expertise will help you navigate difficult conversations and build stronger, more collaborative teams.

Discover how to turn conflict into connection in this thought-provoking session!

Guest Speaker: Lisa Sobel-Berlow

Elevate Your Leadership & Personal Brand
Lisa Sobel-Berlow is a leadership expert, engagement professional, and digital marketing strategist who has dedicated nearly two decades to helping solopreneurs, nonprofits, and businesses communicate with confidence and build lasting connections. A seasoned Toastmaster, Lisa has served as a Club President, Area 66 Director, and conference presenter, using her MBA in Entrepreneurial Leadership to help professionals enhance their leadership, communication, and branding strategies.

Join Lisa’s session to learn how to amplify your presence and lead with purpose!

Get ready to learn, grow, and connect at the 2025 District 11 Spring Conference! Mark your calendar for April 26, 2025, and secure your spot for a day filled with dynamic workshops, inspiring keynotes, and powerful networking opportunities.

Please note all times are for Eastern Standard Time.
Anthony Wayne Toastmasters Club #521 would like to invite you to kick-off the District 11 Spring Conference at our Friday Night Event: Mix, Mingle, and Swing!
We have a fun-filled evening to welcome you to Fort Wayne, April 25, 2025. Doors open at 6:00 pm. EST
 
Dance Colab will be offering a beginner Swing Dance Lesson starting at 6:30 pm, and then DJ for our social dance for the remainder of the night. We will have a photo booth, permanent jewelry, game tables, and the opportunity to visit with current and prospective Toastmasters. The festivities will wrap-up at 9:30 pm to give you plenty of time to rest up before the conference on Saturday.
 
Tickets are included at no extra charge with your “Grand Experience” Conference Ticket.  We can’t wait to see you there!
You can also message Dawn Glock McCrory with any questions.