Welcome to Plantation Toastmasters
Events & Announcements
Stay up to date with everything happening in our club! This page is your go-to source for important updates, special announcements, and event details, helping you stay connected and plan. Whether you’re a current member or a past member who wants to stay involved, you’ll find all the latest information right here. Be sure to check back regularly so you don’t miss out on upcoming events!
Please note that while some events are open to both current and past members, others may be limited to active members only. Each event listing will include details about who is eligible to attend.
You Could Be The Next Winner!
Plantation Toastmasters proudly celebrated A.J. Jones, our 2026 Area 22 International Speech Contest winner! His achievement showed us what’s possible when you step up, share your voice, and embrace the challenge.
Could you be next? Take the stage and compete for the opportunity to represent not only Plantation Toastmasters, but Area 22 and beyond!
Your winning speech could be the one we celebrate next!
Events & Announcements
Don't Miss What's Coming Up!
Discover upcoming meetings, special events, important announcements, and exciting opportunities to learn, grow, connect, and make the most of your Toastmasters experience.
Stay connected and view upcoming events, meetings, and special announcements.
🎃 Get ready for a spooktacular evening! Dress up in your best Halloween costume and join us for a fun, festive meeting filled with laughter, creativity, and great Toastmasters moments. Let’s make this meeting unforgettable!
Please note that our regular meeting room will not be available on November 3, as it will be used as a voting venue. We’re working on an alternate location, and the meeting location will be announced soon. Stay tuned for updates!
🎤Be part of the excitement! Step up to participate in our International Speech, Evaluation, and Table Topics contests—or come cheer on our talented speakers. Whether you’re on stage or in the audience, your energy makes the night special!
🦃 Celebrate the season of gratitude with us! Bring your Thanksgiving spirit and join us for a warm, fun-filled meeting where we’ll share stories, express gratitude, and enjoy the joy of connecting with one another. Come ready to speak, laugh, and give thanks!
🗳️Your voice matters! Join us for our PTM New Board Elections and be part of shaping the future of our club. Whether you’re running for a leadership role or casting your vote, your participation makes a difference!
🎄 PTM Holiday Party — Pencil It In! Save the date and get ready to celebrate! Join your fellow Toastmasters for an evening of fun, laughter, connection, and holiday cheer. More details coming soon—pencil it in and don’t miss the celebration!
Leadership in Action
Big Cheers for Nick, DTM!
Our Leader and Toastmaster of the Year!
We’re incredibly proud to celebrate Nicholas T. Smith, DTM, for his outstanding leadership and dedication to Plantation Toastmasters and District 47. Nick has been selected as the incoming Division B Director—a true testament to Toastmasters’ mission of empowering members to grow through leadership and service beyond the club.
Building on this achievement, Nick was also honored as Toastmaster of the Year 2022–2023, recognizing his extraordinary commitment, tireless mentorship, and positive impact across Southeast Florida and the Bahamas Islands.
Nick leads by example, lifts others, and inspires us all to grow, serve, and succeed. Congratulations, Nick — we’re grateful for all you do and proud to have you as part of our Toastmasters family!
Recent Highlights at Plantation Toastmasters
It’s been an exciting season at PTM! Here’s a look at some of the memorable moments we’ve shared along the way:
Valentine’s Day Social Toast
Dress in red and join us after the meeting for a festive Social Toast! Bring a favorite drink or small appetizer to share as we celebrate friendship, connection, and great company.
Brown Bag Meeting
Be ready to jump in and grow! In this fun, impromptu meeting, roles are assigned at random when you arrive. It’s a great opportunity to build flexibility, quick thinking, and teamwork—whether you’re taking on a familiar role or trying something new.
Division B Speech, Evaluation & Table Topics Contest
Join us in supporting our Plantation Toastmasters contestants as they represent PTM at the Division B level. AJ will compete in the Speech Contest, and Marco Avila will represent us in the Evaluation Contest. Let’s show up and cheer them on!
🍹 PTM Happy Hour
You asked—and we’re making it happen! Members requested a Friday night happy hour that doesn’t conflict with weekday commitments, and it’s finally here. The location will be announced soon, but for now, save the date and get ready for a fun, relaxed evening together!
Spring ToastMixer
Join Plantation Toastmasters as we celebrate the season with a picnic-style ToastMixer! Enjoy your favorite drinks, engaging Table Topics, and the great outdoors for a lively, friendly, and fun-filled gathering. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, laugh, and grow together!
District 47 2026 Annual Conference
Join Toastmasters from across Southeast Florida and the Bahamas at the District 47 2026 Annual Conference! Be part of officer elections, exciting speech contests, and valuable networking. Connect, learn, and celebrate leadership and communication excellence with fellow Toastmasters—don’t miss this inspiring event!
🗣️Debate Night
Get ready for a special Debate Night at PTM! Members will tackle fun and thought-provoking topics in a Table Topics-style format. Expect lively discussions, strong engagement, and a great opportunity to grow, connect, and rise to every challenge.
☀️ Summer Social Toast
Join us after the meeting for a fun Summer Social Toast! Bring a favorite drink or small appetizer to share as we celebrate friendship, connection, and good company.
☑️ Club Executive Elections
Night as we elect the new PTM Executive Team for the upcoming term! Be part of this exciting event, celebrate leadership in action, and support the members who will guide our club to new heights.
Summer Picnic & Club Installation Ceremony
We kicked off summer and welcomed our new board with a fun outdoor picnic. Members and their families enjoyed good food and great company, the perfect way to strengthen bonds and start the new term together
PTM Board Installation Picnic
Leadership in Action
Nicholas T. Smith, DTM
Audio/Visual Conference District 47
Distinguished Toastmaster Nick Smith is an entrepreneur, real estate investor, web PHP and JavaScript programmer (with a sprinkling of Python), hobbyist videographer (have mirrorless will travel), hobbyist video editor (have Resolve won’t travel), and a swell guy. His passion is living a satisfying life, with satisfying levels of self-improvement, being part of movements/events that are “something big,” and learning new things while taking time to leisurely enjoy the good things in life. He enjoys good times with good friends and a good episode of Star Trek or Stargate. He is a proud member of the Plantation Club, a past Division B Director and a past Select Distinguished Area B23 Director. He has acted as the Technology Director during the 2019 and 2023 Spring District 47 Conferences. To pay the bills, Nick is a half-owner and IT Director of Digital Power Solutions, a leading lead-conversion solutions provider for PowerSports, Recreational Vehicles, Marine, and Archery dealers. His professional experience includes radio broadcasting, sales, graphic design/typesetting, project management, network and systems IT management and remote computer systems service. Nick resides in Plantation, Florida, and is originally from a small town in the Western Southern Tier of New York.
Jeannie Cintrón Webmaster
District 47
Jeannie Cintrón has been a proud member of Toastmasters International since 2018. After serving as Area 22 Director, she now brings her marketing and technology expertise to District 47 as Webmaster, helping maintain and enhance the district’s online presence while supporting communication across the organization.
Professionally, Jeannie is the Founder and CEO of BizEdge Marketing, with more than 25 years of experience in advertising, branding, website development, and digital marketing. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Advertising and an MBA in Management and Strategic Leadership with a concentration in Human Resources.
Jeannie is passionate about combining creativity and technology to help organizations connect with their audiences. When she is not working or supporting Toastmasters, you can often find her planning her next adventure as an avid traveler, discovering new places, cultures, and experiences around the world.
What do our Members have to say about PTM?
As Much fun to Listen, as is it to Speak!
