District Leader Nominations

Every year, District 61 seeks servant leaders to lead our organization for the next program year.

Next District Election

Elections for District 61 Officers for the 2026-2027 program year will be held on 2026-04-16 during the District Council Meeting before the 2026 District Conference.

Select your Opportunity

Toastmasters Leadership is an opportunity to discover and explore your leadership skills. In District 61, each year we elect a District Director, Program Quality Director, Club Growth Director, and the required number of Division Directors. Read the documents below to learn more of the positions and decide how YOU will serve in a District Leadership Opportunity:

• District Leader Qualifications and Responsibilities describes each district officer role.
• District Leader Competencies describes the expected skills, knowledge, and characteristics of district officers.

Current and Past District Officers are also great resources to share information and experiences in an office you are interested in. You may even find a mentor in them! If you need assistance to connect to current or past District Officers, contact your District Leadership Committee Chair who can facilitate introductions.

Submitting Nominations for District Officer Positions

To nominate any active, District 61 Toastmaster for a District Officer Role, complete the District Leadership Nominating Form: and e-mail it to the District Leadership Committee (DLC) Chair.

If you receive a nomination, the DLC will reach out to confirm your acceptance and for further information.

To nominate yourself, complete the following documents and e-mail them to the DLC Chair:

• District Leader Nominating Form
• District Leader Biographical Information Form
• Candidate Application
• District Leader Agreement and Release Statement.

Deadline to submit nominations:

• Nominations close 2026-01-31

Appointed District Officer Positions

If you are interested in any of the appointed roles in District 61, complete the District Leader Nominating Form and email it to the DLC Chair.