Leadership

**🚀 AWS Cloud Club UB: Official Kickoff & Cloud Launch!** Ready to build the future? Join us for the official launch of the **AWS Cloud Club at the University of Buea**! ☁️ Whether you're a complete beginner or a tech enthusiast, this kickoff is your gateway to mastering cloud computing. We are building a community where students at UB can learn, build, and grow together using [Amazon Web Services (AWS)](https://aws.amazon.com/). **📌 What’s in it for you?** * **Cloud 101:** A simplified intro to how the cloud is changing the world. * **Real-World Impact:** Discover how AWS powers everything from Agriculture and Accounting to Software and AI. * **Career Roadmap:** Get a clear path on AWS certifications and in-demand industry skills. * **Interactive Fun:** Join our mini-quizzes and icebreakers for a chance to win cool prizes! 🎁 * **Networking:** Connect with the core team, industry partners, and fellow students. **🕒 Agenda Highlights:** * Official Club Launch & Team Intro * Keynote: Introduction to Cloud Computing * AWS Applications in Local Fields (Agric, Finance, Tech) * Ecosystem Overview * Networking & Refreshments

**Curious to learn more about the club *where world-class speakers meet*?** Then join us for one of our upcoming meetings! **[Talking Heads Of State](https://www.toastmasters.org/Find-a-Club/00707433-talking-heads-of-state-club)**[ (aka "THOS")](https://www.toastmasters.org/Find-a-Club/00707433-talking-heads-of-state-club) is an open club that *meets biweekly from 12-1PM EST on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month via Zoom*. **Can't join us for a meeting just yet, but want to learn more anyway?** Then visit **[our club website](https://talkingheadsofstate.toastmastersclubs.org/)** to learn more about us, and all the **[#THOSome](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7381652994032857088?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAB3XVR0BskgFCcmOyGsI2q61Z85SsTBH5P8)** ways that our club members **[#SpeakUp](https://talkingheadsofstate.toastmastersclubs.org/speak-up.html)** in the world! We hope to see you soon!

Federal Executive GovCon - "Supporting Government Efficiency with Thought Leadership" When: Thursday, January 22, 2026, 5:30 – 8:00 Location: Lost Rhino, 21730 Red Rum Dr, Ste 142, Ashburn, VA 20147 (\*\* NEW LOCATION \*\*) Come network with other local GovCon Executives and enjoy a few free beers on us and engage with our sponsors and Industry speakers. Please register here for your spot and please enter full name and company so a badge will be waiting for you. Sponsorships: 1 of 2 spots are available. DM me to claim the 2nd sponsorship to highlight your company to an invitation-only executive audience.

At Toastmasters, we empower individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders. Our meetings provide a supportive and positive learning environment where members grow through prepared speeches, impromptu speaking (Table Topics), and constructive evaluations. Whether you're looking to overcome your fear of public speaking, enhance your work communication, or develop leadership skills, you're welcome here. Guests are always invited to observe first. If you'd like to speak, we’ll ask before inviting you to participate - no pressure at all. See how Toastmasters can help you build confidence, develop new skills, and connect with a community focused on growth.

*** Empower Confident Toastmasters meets on the first and third Wednesday of every month on Zoom and in person at the Herndon Fortnightly Library. To join us as a guest please visit: https://6506.toastmastersclubs.org/?contactus and fill out the form. The club will reply to you with the Zoom link and/or directions to attend in person.

**In a time of division and isolation, come be part of the community that's rebuilding the town square, one table at a time.** In BreadBreakers, we use the common space of the dining table to have conversations where neighbors can **hear, be heard, and know one another.** If you're hungry for good discourse and deeper community, join us for a Community Dinner in Reston and help blaze the trail to a healthier, more connected society and democracy. Here’s how it works: For just two hours, multiple tables of people set aside the need to "win" and instead focus on sharing, listening, and connecting. Guided by experienced table hosts, we'll tell our stories, try to understand each other, and practice being in community with those with different views or backgrounds. **At this dinner, participants will get to choose between three different topics, including some current events.** Topics could range from the political, to the spiritual, to the philosophical, to the off-the-wall - but no matter which table you choose to sit at, you can be sure it'll be like no dinner conversation you've had before! You can also **suggest a topic** by emailing us at BreadBreakersInfo@gmail.com. Food will be provided for free. For those who wish to provide a donation to help fund BreadBreakers, you can [give here](https://pushpay.com/g/restorationrestonumc?fnd=pO6G-N7oO7FH7Mp1u-x6mA&fndv=Lock&r=No&lang=en&src=pcgl) or at the event. We'll have vegetarian and gluten-free options available. If you have any additional dietary restrictions (Celiac Disease, vegan, etc.) please let us know at BreadBreakersInfo@gmail.com so that we can implement the appropriate food handling procedures. **Join us, invite a friend, and be a part of the movement to mend our fractured society and normalize a better way of talking with one another.** BreadBreakers, an initiative by [Restoration United Methodist Church](https://restorationreston.org/breadbreakers) in Reston, VA, is a religiously inclusive community. All faiths and all stripes are welcomed. Our leadership, volunteer team, and community include people who attend Restoration and people who don't.

Centreville Toastmasters members are just like you. Whether you are overcoming your fear of public speaking, improving your skills or already an accomplished speaker you'll get encouraging thoughts on what you're doing well and how you may improve. That's not all you also have a variety of opportunities to strengthen your ability to lead groups. **Are you willing to attend a meeting and see what it is all about?** Meeting ID: 816 9491 4941. Contact VP Membership for Passcode at [vpm-8806@toastmastersclubs.org](mailto:vpm-8806@toastmastersclubs.org)