Distinguished Toastmaster Rolando Tobias was recently appointed as Area 7 Governor by District 81. As Governor of Area 7, Tobias now bears responsibility for clubs operating in St. Thomas, St Croix, Tortola, Virgin Gorda & Puerto Rico. He was appointed to the post following challenges that made it impossible for the previous Area Governor to continue in the position.
The main responsibilities charged to DTM Tobias are the guiding and supporting of the Clubs thru trainings. He is also required to identify and help develop prospective leaders to take up the Area Council duties as of July 1st 2010.
For the past two weekends, Tobias has spent time on St Croix and Tortola respectively. During these visits, he has conducted trainings for the Club officers with the aim of having them better understand their roles and responsibilities. Workshops on the importance of a proper Mentorship program and effective evaluations were well received by the Clubs. The Leadership and members of the Virgin Gorda Pioneers Club also attended the trainings in Tortola this past Saturday. Good use was made of the first visit to also assess challenges within the clubs and to discuss ways in which to tackle these.
DTM Tobias, who successfully took Area 6 (the four Clubs on St Maarten) to Select Distinguished Status last year was appointed based on his leadership skills and his experience as a Toastmaster for the past 15 years. As part of his duties, he will be required to travel monthly to the islands to guide, support and develop members and leaders in Area 7. Tobias stated that it is a privilege for him to have been appointed and that he looks forward to achieving great things along with the Clubs in Area 7.
