Ready to Inspire and Take the Stage?
Have you ever dreamed of inspiring others through powerful speeches?
Do you see yourself speaking confidently before large audiences in professional or community settings?
Are you ready to transition from club-level speeches to delivering keynote addresses—and even becoming a paid professional speaker?
If so, the Speakers Bureau is your next step.
What is the Speakers Bureau?
The Speakers Bureau is a bridge between Toastmasters clubs and the broader community. It’s designed to help experienced Toastmasters share their voice, deliver value to local organizations, and prepare for professional speaking opportunities.
We connect speakers with real-world opportunities to inspire, educate, and make an impact—all while promoting Toastmasters and growing your personal brand.
WA Speakers Bureau (District 17) Mission
To connect our members with speaking engagements that add value to the community, promote Toastmasters, and accelerate each speaker’s personal and professional development.
Membership Benefits
As a member of the Speakers Bureau, you will:
- Develop your signature speech in a supportive, growth-oriented environment
- Receive mentoring from experienced professional speakers
- Access speaking opportunities across Western Australia
- Gain training on building your speaker brand and marketing yourself professionally
- Receive resources to refine your bio, speech material, and presentation style
- Expand your network—and your net worth
- Get free promotion via the Bureau for your speaking services
- Help promote the mission of Toastmasters in your community
- Participate in community service by speaking to local groups, businesses, and events
Membership Levels
We support speakers at all stages:
- Level 1: Developing through the Toastmasters Pathways program
- Level 2: Crafting keynote speeches and gaining community experience
- Level 3: Seasoned keynote speakers focused on growth, marketing, and monetization
Qualification Process
To qualify, you must:
- Be an active, paid member of a Toastmasters club in District 17
- Have completed Level 4 in any Pathways path
- Have a strong desire to speak outside your club
- Be able to deliver a 20–30 minute presentation (organizations may request longer talks or specific topics)
- Present a 10–15 minute audition speech evaluated by a panel of experienced Toastmasters to ensure readiness and community impact
Next Steps After Acceptance
Approved members must provide:
- A professional headshot
- A concise biography
- 5–8 speaking topics or areas of expertise
- Signature speech title(s) and audience takeaways
- List of any additional roles (e.g., MC, breakout session leader, meeting facilitator)
Speaking Engagements
Engagements arranged through the Speakers Bureau are complimentary community services. However, you may arrange future paid engagements independently with the same organization.
Get Started
If you’re a District 17 Toastmaster, stay tuned for qualifying dates and support through WA Speakers Bureau events.
Let the community hear your voice. Join the Speakers Bureau and take your speaking career to the next level.