Gajalakshmi B Kumar
Toastmasters member since : 2020
Education: Bachelor of Engineering
Toastmasters offices held and terms of service:
- CB-03859695 IBC Titans Toastmasters Club Club Treasurer Jul. 01,2024 Dec. 31,2024
- DT-0121 District 0121 Club Extension Chair Sep. 12,2023 Jun. 30,2024
- CB-03859695 IBC Titans Toastmasters Club Club Secretary Jan. 01,2024 Jun. 30,2024
- CB-03859695 IBC Titans Toastmasters Club Club Sergeant at Arms Jul. 01,2023 Dec. 31,2023
- DT-0121 District 0121 Area Director Jul. 01,2022 Jun. 30,2023
- CB-03859695 IBC Titans Toastmasters Club Club VP Education Jan. 01,2023 Jun. 30,2023
- CB-03859695 IBC Titans Toastmasters Club Club President Jan. 01,2022 Jun. 30,2022
- CB-03859695 IBC Titans Toastmasters Club Club VP Membership Jul. 01,2021 Dec. 31,2021
- CB-03859695 IBC Titans Toastmasters Club Club VP PR Jan. 01,2021 Jun. 30,2021
Toastmasters honors and recognition:
I have served in all seven club officer roles, gaining a holistic understanding of club leadership. Additionally, I was recognized as a President’s Distinguished Area Director for my unwavering commitment to achieving excellence.
Relevant work experience and how it relates to Toastmasters and your role as a District leader:
I have served as a team lead in my professional career. Also, part of various extended teams to support the District’s mission, and mentored club members beyond my own clubs, further enhancing my leadership and team collaborative skills.
What experience do you have in strategic planning?
I have significant experience in strategic planning through roles like Area Director and as part of extended teams, including CGD at the Division and District levels.
What experience do you have in the area of finance?
My experience includes managing personal budgets, and overseeing the club finances as the Treasurer.
What experience do you have in developing procedures?
As a leader, I’ve established procedures to promote leadership growth within clubs and made regular adjustments based on progress to achieve desired outcomes.
What lessons did you learn from previous leadership positions?
Situational leadership by adapting strategies, lead by example, and emphasize rewards and recognition to motivate and guide the club members.
Why do you want to serve as a District leader?
I want to serve as a District Leader to make a meaningful impact, empower club officers and members to reach their potential, and strengthen member retention. This role challenges me to apply strategic leadership to drive club success while contributing to the district’s mission.
In your opinion, what are the District mission’s major objectives and how would you work to achieve them?
My primary focus would be to enhance membership growth through new club charters, increasing membership, and retaining existing members by consistently offering value to them.
Additional information about yourself:
I’m dedicated to personal growth, from leadership to communication. I’m an empathetic person, maintain a positive mindset, and stay open to feedback in order to evolve into a stronger individual.