Franconia Orators

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Toastmasters International 2025 Convention

Let your voice be heard

Franconia Orators meets twice monthly; once online via Zoom and once in person.

For your ease and convenience join us on the second Wednesday of the month on Zoom, and experience a meeting without leaving your home.

For your sanity and humanity, join us on the fourth Wednesday of the month in-person.

Use the contact form on the left if you have not visited us before!

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Upcoming Meetings

We look forward to seeing you in 2025! Join us online or in-person.

Wednesday April 9 2025 - Online via Zoom

Wednesday April 23. 2025 - Open House

Franconia Governmental Center, Helen Wilson Room

6121 Franconia Road
Alexandria, VA 22310

Wednesday May 14, 2025 - Online via Zoom

Wednesday May 28, 2025 - In Person

Franconia Governmental Center, Helen Wilson Room

6121 Franconia Road
Alexandria, VA 22310

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Visitors are always welcome. Feel free to drop by and bring a friend too!

Meet other locals who are interested in overcoming the fear of public speaking, learning the art of leadership, making new friends, and enjoying the camaraderie of being an active club member of Toastmasters.

Our members range in age from mid-twenties to mid-seventies. The tone of our meetings are friendly, encouraging, supportive and no pressure.

We meet twice a month, on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday, starting at 7:30 PM and ending by about 9:00 PM. However, visitors and Club Officers are encouraged to arrive 15 min. early to allow us to start on time. Approximately 10 - 15 people attend at each meeting.

For more information on Toastmasters:
www.toastmasters.org - The Official Website of Toastmasters International
We are in District 29, serving Toastmasters in the Southern part of Washington, D.C., Southern Maryland and Northern Virginia

Find Your Voice

Why do people join Toastmasters and how do they benefit? In this short video, members from different countries and backgrounds share how they’ve built the skills to become better communicators and leaders.

Transform Yourself

Participate in Toastmasters’ proven program, where you’ll learn how to speak comfortably in front of a group and lead with purpose. People who join Toastmasters find potential they never thought they had and achieve more of their goals and dreams.

How Will You Benefit?

Attend meetings where you will regularly practice skills that make you a more confident speaker and leader. These real-world, highly in-demand soft skills will help you advance your career, acclimate to a new city or even get a new job!

Why it Works

Toastmasters is a powerful combination of a proven education program where you receive effective evaluation that helps you build skills at your own pace. Plus, Toastmasters’ communication and leadership development does not take place in a typical instructor-led classroom and is not limited to a set timeframe, like a seminar or conference.

What Members Say

“Before Toastmasters, I didn’t really have the confidence to talk with other people and share myself. After Toastmasters, I got myself back. I got confidence back.”

Sara Safari, DTM
Teacher, humanitarian

“They taught me that it’s okay to be nervous. It’s about taking that nervous energy and turning it into positive energy. Toastmasters is really good at helping you build confidence.”

Andrew Clumpus
Financial Analyst,
2015 International Speech Contest Semi-finalist

“I have been promoted at my job six times since becoming a Toastmaster. Every speaking and leadership opportunity advances your own skills and helps others along the way. The question you should be asking yourself is, ‘Why didn’t I join a club sooner?' "

Jing Humphreys, DTM
Senior Chemist,
Sonneborn, LLC

"I ran a company, and it was very challenging for me to communicate one-on-one or in small groups. Because of my Toastmasters training, I am a more confident leader.”

Roger Caesar, ACB, ALB
Owner and President,
Caesar Transport, Inc.,
2015 International Speech Contest Semi-finalist

Why Our Club is Right for You

Our club helps people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators and leaders. From young professionals to experienced managers to those seeking personal growth, you’ll find a warm, supportive group that shares your goals.

Come Visit Us!

Take the first step on your Toastmasters journey. Go to our meeting information page to find out when you can join us for our next meeting.

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Meet Some of Our Members

Here is a list of some of our members who have chosen to make their profiles public.

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