Club officer roles

A Toastmasters club is run by its members. Each year (or half-year, depending on the club) members elect a team of officers who keep the club healthy and welcoming. Serving as an officer is one of the best leadership-development experiences the program offers — and every role is a chance to grow.

The executive committee

• President — leads the club, chairs the executive committee, and makes sure every member gets a great experience.
• Vice President Education — the busiest officer: schedules speakers and roles, tracks members' Pathways progress, and keeps the meetings running well.
• Vice President Membership — welcomes guests, follows up with prospective members, and keeps the club growing.
• Vice President Public Relations — promotes the club to the wider community, online and off.
• Secretary — keeps the club's records, minutes, and correspondence.
• Treasurer — manages the club's finances and dues.
• Sergeant at Arms — sets up the room, manages equipment, and helps meetings start and end on time.

The Club Success Plan

Strong clubs plan their year. Most officer teams set goals against the Distinguished Club Program — a simple scorecard of membership, education, and training milestones — so the whole club knows what "a great year" looks like and can celebrate hitting it together.

Getting involved

You don't have to wait to be asked. If a role interests you, tell your VP Education or President — clubs are almost always glad to help a member step up.