Crescendo125
Get Ready
for the
Crescendo125
District Annual Conference
What is Crescendo125 ?
Toastmasters International
Since 1924, Toastmasters International has transformed nearly eight million lives through a simple, yet powerful, mission: empowering individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders. More Details - https://www.toastmasters.org/about
District125
District 125 spans Pune, Nashik, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Kolhapur, Ahmednagar and Goa. Chartered in the post-Covid era (July 2022), it brings with it 100+ clubs! We follow the principle of “First In, and In, and In” Which means – Once you enter Dist. 125, you will grow unabated.
Crescendo125
Crescendo125 is District Annual conference of District125. This event showcases multiple speech contests, keynote speeches and multiple engaging sessions for all the District125 members and beyond. There would be 300-400 members are expected to attend. This is also an excellent opportunity to showcase your brand in form of stalls and sponsorships.
Future Speaks Here
This year Crescendo125 has the theme as AI Technology, which is the need for any business and even any person to compete in this fast moving world.
theme: AI Technology
Future Speaks Here is the tagline that resonates with public speaking and Leadership.
We firmly believe in the importance of effective communication and leadership, and Toastmasters has played a crucial role in helping our members cultivate these skills.
The event also showcases four different speech contests.
- Evaluation Speech Contest
- Humorous Speech Contest
- Table Topics Speech Contest
- International Speech Contest
There are various Keynote speakers who are leaders from different domains
Keynote Speakers
Usha Venkatraman
Usha Venkatraman is an award-winning Storyteller, TEDx Speaker, educationist, author, classical vocalist, puppeteer, and radio show host, who inspires and transforms through stories.
Sujit Sukumaran, DTM
International Director, Region 8
Toastmasters International
Sujit is the CEO of Optimus Management Consultants and a lecturer at the University of West London, with over 18 years of experience. He is a managing trustee for PRERANA and a Zayed Inspirer Award recipient.
Savinder Puri
Savinder is the Associate VP – DevSecOps, SRE with Zensar Technologies in Pune, India, a recognized DevOps leader, and an accomplished author on career building and spirituality.
Event
Location
Symbiosis Ishanya Auditorium, Pune
Event Highlights
Inspiring Speeches
Dive into the powerful words of remarkable speakers who bring ideas to life, ignite change, and leave a lasting impression on your thoughts.
Speech Showdown
Delight in four thrilling and engaging speech contests that are sure to stimulate your intellect, challenge your viewpoints, and celebrate the champions of exceptional oratory skills.
Collaborative Community
Connect and interact with a lively community of like-minded individuals. Build partnerships, ignite collaborations, and join a collective movement working toward shared success.
Fun Learning
Enhance your senses and rejuvenate your spirit by enjoying a perfect fusion of information and entertainment. Dive into a realm where learning becomes both enlightening and enjoyable.
District Leaders
District 125 Leaders
Year 2024 – 2025
Milind Patwardhan
Division Director
Sushil Pawar
Program Quality Director
Uday Jagavkar
Club Growth Director
District Director’s Address
District 125
District Director's Address
“We learn best in moments of enjoyment.”~ Dr. Ralph C. Smedley
Dear District 125 Members,
Greetings from Sushil Pawar, Your District Director from 1st July 2025
First and foremost please join me in thanking the outgoing leaders led by Milind Patwardhan, DTM for leading our District last year .
I feel so honored to be given this opportunity to lead the District in the coming year and pledge to do my best to fulfill your expectations. Toastmasters International is a non-profit educational organization with its mission – ” We empower individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders” I assure you that my team and I will keep this mission in our minds as we go about fulfilling our District Mission of ” We build new clubs and support all clubs in achieving excellence”.
As you do so we will start planning various activities and keep you regularly informed. Please reach out to your Club President or Area Director for any concerns/suggestions. I am just a WhatsApp message away for each one of you.
I wish you and your near and dear ones the best of health, happiness, and growth
Wish you a happy Toastmasters year. Enjoy Toastmasters!
Warm Regards,
Sushil Pawar, DTM
2023-24 DPRM Awards
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Useful links
Here is the full video of the insightful, informative and interesting press conference about Toastmasters International, District 125 and benefits that any individual can have by being part of Toastmasters on held on 03 Dec 2022 held at Patrakar Bhavan organised by the DPRM Team.
District 125 Toastmasters Press Conference news coverage on Digital Media
District 125 of Toastmasters International to serve Pune, Goa, other Maharashtra cities
District 125 Toastmasters Press Conference and District 125 Leadership Team featured in Digital media – Moshi News Network.
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District 125 Toastmasters International and District 125 Leadership Team Featured in digital media channel – Maharashtra Darpan News.
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District 125 Toastmasters International and District 125 Leadership Team featured in Digital media channel – Janmaharashtra News
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