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2026 Spring Conference Destination Excellence

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 5:45 PM to Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 8:35 PM CDT

Parking, 2500 Drive G, Richardson, TX, 75080, United States

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Friday, May 1, 2026 at 5:45 PM to Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 8:35 PM CDT

Parking, 2500 Drive G, Richardson, TX, 75080, United States.

What Awaits You

🏆 District-Level Speech Contests
Experience the Evaluation Speech Contest on Friday evening at 7:05 PM and the International Speech Contest on Saturday evening at 7:05 PM. Support top competitors as they represent their areas and divisions.

📚 Focused Educational Sessions
Practical learning designed to strengthen communication, leadership, and club success.

🎖 Recognition & DTM Ceremony
Celebrate achievement across District 50, including recognition of newly earned Distinguished Toastmasters.

🌎 Looking Ahead to Seven Divisions
Join us as we prepare for the July 1, 2026 district year and formally welcome Ozark Division into District 50 for the upcoming term.

🎤 Master of Ceremonies: Johnny Ortiz
Guiding the weekend’s program with professionalism and energy.

🤝 District-Wide Connection
Connect with members across Eastern, Frontier, Plains, Metro, Town North, and Southern divisions as we move into a new chapter together.

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About Organizer

District 50 Toastmasters Organizer name

https://d50tm.org

Connect. Share. Celebrate. Ready to elevate your speaking game this fall? Join District 50 Toastmasters for an unforgettable day of growth, connection, and celebration. Whether you're an experienced speaker or just getting started, 2026 Spring Conference: Destination Excellence brings together the best of our Toastmasters community.

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Speakers

Mss. Francois is a dynamic entertainer, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and founder of Thriving Goddesses. Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, she captivates audiences with humor, resilience-building insights, and her award-winning Toastmasters background (District 46 Humorous Speech winner). Her lunch keynote, “Building Resilience: From Within and Together”, promises laughter, empowerment, and practical strategies for personal growth.

https://www.mssfrancois.com/
About Mss. Francois
Dynamic Entertainer, Humorous Keynote Speaker, Coach, Bestselling Author
Thriving Goddesses (Founder)
May 02, 2026
12:00 PM

Building Resilience: From Within and Together

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM Main Ballroom

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Sessions on May 01, 2026

05:15 PM

Registration Opens

05:15 PM - 08:35 PMJSOM Building – UT Dallas
05:30 PM

Open Doors

05:30 PM - 08:35 PMJSOM Building – UT Dallas
05:35 PM

Opening Announcement

05:35 PM - 06:45 PMJSOM Building – UT Dallas
05:45 PM

Appetizers and Networking

05:45 PM - 06:45 PMJSOM Building – UT Dallas
06:15 PM
Keynote

Key Note

06:15 PM - 06:45 PMJSOM Building – UT Dallas
07:00 PM
Speech Contests

District 50 Evaluation Speech Contest

07:00 PM - 09:00 PMJSOM Building – UT Dallas
09:00 PM

Closing Remarks

09:00 PM - 09:10 PMJSOM Building – UT Dallas

Sessions on May 02, 2026

07:30 AM

Registration Opens

07:30 AM - 08:35 PMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
08:00 AM

Banner Parade

08:00 AM - 08:35 AMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
08:35 AM

Saturday Opening Announcement

08:35 AM - 08:40 AMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
08:40 AM

First Timers Celebration

08:40 AM - 09:10 AMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
09:10 AM
Keynote

Key Note - General Session

09:10 AM - 10:00 AMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
10:00 AM
Education Sessions

Education Session 1

10:00 AM - 11:00 AMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
11:00 AM
Education Sessions

Education Session 2

11:00 AM - 12:00 PMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
11:55 AM

Lunch

11:55 AM - 01:00 PMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
12:00 PM
Keynote

Building Resilience: From Within and Together

12:00 PM - 01:00 PMMain BallroomKeynote
    speaker

    Mss. Francois

    Dynamic Entertainer, Humorous Keynote Speaker, Coach, Bestselling AuthorThriving Goddesses (Founder)

    Mss. Francois is a dynamic entertainer, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and founder of Thriving Goddesses. Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, she captivates audiences with humor, resilience-building insights, and her award-winning Toastmasters background (District 46 Humorous Speech winner). Her lunch keynote, “Building Resilience: From Within and Together”, promises laughter, empowerment, and practical strategies for personal growth.

    https://www.mssfrancois.com/
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    01:15 PM

    Hall of Fame

    01:15 PM - 02:45 PMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
    02:45 PM
    Education Sessions

    Education Session 3

    02:45 PM - 03:45 PMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
    03:45 PM

    Pre Dinner Break

    03:45 PM - 04:45 PMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
    04:45 PM

    Dignitary Parade

    04:45 PM - 05:05 PMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
    05:05 PM

    Dinner

    05:05 PM - 06:00 PMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
    05:30 PM
    Keynote

    Key Note

    05:30 PM - 06:20 PMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
    06:20 PM

    DTM Ceremony

    06:20 PM - 06:40 PMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
    06:40 PM

    D50 Leadership Transition

    06:40 PM - 07:00 PMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas
    07:05 PM
    Speech Contests

    District 50 International Speech Contest

    07:05 PM - 09:05 PMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT DallasInternational SpeechSpeech ContestDistrict 50ConferenceCompetition
    09:05 PM

    Closing Remarks

    09:05 PM - 09:15 PMDavidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) – UT Dallas