Welcome Arkansas as Incoming Ozark Division to District 50.
*Any member from the new Ozark Division please contact conference chair Kellie – conference@d50tm.org
Welcome Arkansas as Incoming Ozark Division to District 50.
*Any member from the new Ozark Division please contact conference chair Kellie – conference@d50tm.org
Conference Highlights
Education
Learning sessions designed for growth and leadership.
Speech Contests
Friday: Evaluation (7:05 PM).
Saturday: International (7:05 PM).
Recognition
DTM Ceremony and district celebration.
Keynote Speaker
Mss. Francois, known as the “Get Your Groove Back Coach,” is a dynamic entertainer, humorous keynote speaker, and bestselling author dedicated to helping people rediscover confidence and purpose. A TEDx speaker, Toastmasters humor champion, and founder of the Thriving Goddesses community, she blends humor, storytelling, and decades of leadership experience to inspire audiences to embrace their next chapter.
ITINERARY
Friday, May 1, 2026
5:15 PM — Registration Opens
5:15 PM–5:45 PM — Appetizers and Networking
5:45 PM–8:35 PM — Open Doors
6:00 PM–6:10 PM — Opening Announcements
6:15 PM–6:45 PM — Keynote Speaker: Johnny Juan Ortiz, DL5, “Find Your Voice, Find Your Freedom: Activating Ur L.I.F.E. Advantage”
6:45 PM–7:00 PM — Break
7:00 PM–9:00 PM — District 50 Evaluation Speech Contest
9:00 PM–9:10 PM — Closing Remarks
Saturday, May 2, 2026
7:00 AM — Registration Opens
7:15 AM–8:30 AM — Buffet Breakfast (meal ticket required)
8:00 AM–8:35 AM — Banner Parade
8:35 AM–8:40 AM — Saturday Opening Announcement
8:40 AM–9:10 AM — First Timers Celebration
9:10 AM–9:50 AM — Keynote Speaker: Monica Dirden, DTM, “EXCELence in Motion”
10:00 AM–10:50 AM — Education Session 1
11:00 AM–11:50 AM — Education Session 2
12:00 PM–12:30 PM — Lunch (meal ticket required)
12:30 PM–1:15 PM — Keynote Speaker: Mss. Francois, “Building Resilience: From Within and Together”
1:15 PM–2:35 PM — Hall of Fame
2:45 PM–3:35 PM — Education Session 3
3:45 PM–4:45 PM — Pre-Dinner Break
4:45 PM–5:05 PM — Dignitary Parade
5:05 PM–5:35 PM — Dinner Buffet (meal ticket required)
5:35 PM–6:20 PM — Keynote Speaker: Willie Johnson, DTM, PDG, “Destination Excellence–It’s Possible”
6:20 PM–6:40 PM — DTM Ceremony
6:40 PM–7:00 PM — D50 Leadership Transition
7:05 PM–9:05 PM — District 50 International Speech Contest
9:05 PM–9:15 PM — Closing Remarks
Registration Options
April 1 –
Passenger
$75
April 1 –
Club Crew
(AKA Club Reg.)
$100
Guest
$25 Flat Rate
Hotel & Travel
The Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas/Richardson is a modern hotel located in the heart of Richardson’s Telecom Corridor, offering convenient access to major corporate offices and nearby attractions such as the Eisemann Center for Performing Arts, Sherrill Park Golf Course, and Breckenridge Park. The property features contemporary guest rooms, free Wi‑Fi, complimentary hot breakfast, an outdoor pool, and fitness center.
Special Conference Rates
Prices may increase over time as we get closer to the event.
• 1 King Bed – $94 per night
• 2 Queen Beds – $102 per night
Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas/Richardson
2250 N. Glenville Drive
Richardson, Texas 75082
Locations
Friday | JSOM Building
800 W Campbell Rd
Evaluation Contest | 7:05 PM
Saturday | Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center
2501 Drive G
Main Conference + International Contest
Parking | 3rd Level & Up Free To Attendees
2500 Drive G
Main Conference + International Contest
Welcome Arkansas as Incoming Ozark Division to District 50.
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