Speakers of Bromley Speakers Club

What a big day it was for Richard Johnson. Richard was runner-up in the District Speech Contest.

He is also seen here being inaugurated as District Vice-President by the incoming District President, Keith Dickerson.

Richard was also awarded the Trevor Havelock Trophy for his tireless dedication in visiting and helping to develop clubs in the South Area.

Richard has had a major influence in the support of the new Beckenham SC, as well as running workshops throughout the Area and District.

The ASC is made up of willing, enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers. Richard's achievements in the support of others are second to none.

Christine Havelock receives the District President's award from District President, Vince Stevenson.

Christine is herself a former District President and knows only too well how much work goes into the planning of major events.

Christine is an enthusiastic member of the District Executive Committee, the National Conference Committee 2007 minutes secretary, and will also be at the centre of the production of all forms and delegate packs for Conference 2007.

She has also volunteered to be District Secretary from June 2007. This is a marvelous and well deserved award for Christine.

A delighted Vince Stevenson receives the award for being District Evaluations Champion 2007 from former National President, Bill Mitchell.

In the last four years, Speakers of Bromley has produced three National Evaluations finalists, which shows the standard of consistency there is at the club.

"It's nice to be mentioned alongside John Baxter and Stephen Street", said Vince.

The National Finals will be at the Novotel Hammersmith during the weekend 27th-29th April. It would be great for the club and the District if Vince can go all the way this year.

Frank Thatcher one of the Association's greatest characters finally receives his Certificate of Achievement.

Frank has been a member of the Association for 13 years and is currently an active member of 6 clubs.

Frank's membership extends to both Cardiff clubs and he is seen here pictured with Margaret Benedict.

Beckenham Speakers Club works hard to give its members every opportunity for self-development. Therefore, when somebody steps forward, takes on the challenge and succeeds, it is a great source of delight.

During this period we had a BBC VideoNation camera tracking Stephen and his progress. Although the video clip below lasts only 3 minutes, it provides an interesting insight into Stephen's motivations for joining a speakers' club, as well as how much he has benefited from the experience.