Meeting 914
February 5, 2025
Evaluation contests are a cornerstone of the Toastmasters experience, emphasizing the importance of providing constructive, insightful, and actionable feedback.
This panel discussion will delve into the strategies, techniques, and mindset needed to excel in these contests, whether you’re a first-time participant or a seasoned competitor.
Moderator
- Bing Zhang: As an intercultural connector, Bing leads a cosmetic R&D center for a French luxury brand and is also a certified Nonviolent Communication (NVC) coach. Passionate about uniting diverse perspectives, she excels at fostering collaboration in both her professional and personal life. In her free time, Bing enjoys salsa dancing, working out, and staying active with her Toastmasters community.
Featured Panelists
- Katarina Milanovic: Current club President and a Certified Professional Coach (ICF ACC), Katarina is a dynamic corporate trainer, facilitator, and the founder of Elm community. With a remarkable track record, she has earned the most Best Evaluator awards in 2024, showcasing her exceptional ability to deliver insightful and impactful feedback.
- Suhail Nasir: A Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) and a 2008 China National Public Speaking Champion, Suhail brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. Known for his eloquence and precision, he has also claimed the most Best Evaluator awards in 2024, solidifying his reputation as a master of constructive feedback.
- John Zhang: A true evaluation contest maestro, John is celebrated for his engaging, creative, and thoughtful feedback style. As the First Place Winner of the 2021 District 85 Evaluation Contest and a featured speaker at the 2024 District 128 Workshop, John’s insights are both practical and inspiring.
- Iris Bi: A rising star in comedy and co-founder of Comedy Remedy, Iris combines humor and authenticity to deliver standout evaluations. Her public speaking experience also includes hosting our Meeting 900 event as the Toastmaster of the Evening (TME). Iris will share her journey of rapid growth in public speaking and how leveraging evaluation feedback has been key to her success.
Join us for an evening of learning, inspiration, and camaraderie as we explore the art of winning evaluation contests.
Wednesday
18:50 – 21:15
Please arrive 10 minutes before the meeting start and put your phone in silent mode.
Online Teams Meeting
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