2024 – 2025 Nominated Candidates

District
Director

Kimberly Ross currently is serving as District 50s Program Quality Director. She has been a Toastmaster member since 2018 and has held all club offices as well as the D50 Chief of Staff to the District Director (21 – 22) and Plains Division Director (22 – 23). Kim has a passion for people, cross collaboration with others as well as a succinct communication style. Goals for the 2024-25 TM year are to bring past members back to Toastmasters, encourage our members to take advantage of all that District 50 and Toastmasters has to offer in and outside of the club and continue so many of the existing areas that District 50 excels. Our District does so many things right, our members should be proud and lean into their talents and how they can help us continue to rise and sparkle in the Toastmaster world as well as spread this with others. Leading as a Division Director really was special for her and she can’t wait to work with our Division, and Area Directors to connect with our clubs and members, again. She is excited to foster and fuel existing and new relationships in this coming year. Kim is thrilled to see what can be accomplished when we all come together for a common goal and have fun along our journey, together!  

Program Quality
Director

Denise, a Toastmaster since January 2019, is a small business owner, nonprofit founder, executive director, and author. Beyond her current role as Club Growth Director, Denise brings a wealth of experience in fostering growth and communication skills. Her commitment to personal and professional development shines through in every area of her life. With a dynamic background spanning business, nonprofits, and literary pursuits, Denise contributes meaningfully to Toastmasters and the community.

Club Growth Director

Rhonda Bunte, DTM, is District 50 (D50) Metro Division Director where she coaches area directors to help clubs and members. She also serves as a new club sponsor and club coach. As Club Coach Chair 2022-2023, she partnered experienced Toastmasters with challenged clubs. As D50 Chief Judge, 2021-2022, she trained members as judges and chief judges to judge contests and maintain contest integrity. She served as Area 51 Director 2020-2021.
Ms. Bunte received Excellence Awards for her services as Club Coach Chair and Chief Judge and an Award for Immediate Past President January through June 2019. She was a finalist in 2019 District Evaluation Contest. She has held numerous club officer positions since 2002.

Eastern Division Director

Herb , a Toastmaster since February 2021, is a business owner, investor, and a student of finance. Beyond his current role as Finance Manager of District 50, Herb brings a wealth of experience in people skills. His commitment to personal and professional development shines through in every area of his life. With a dynamic background spanning business, people skills, and leading teams Herb contributes meaningfully to Toastmasters and the community.

Frontier Division Director

Tommy Kenyon is an accomplished Toastmaster, holding various leadership positions including Club President, VP Education, VP Membership, VP Public Relations, and Sergeant at Arms. Recognized with honors like the Spirit of Toastmasters, Tommy’s experience in marketing for a TV network translates seamlessly into his role as a district leader. With a background in finance and a talent for developing procedures, Tommy’s leadership style emphasizes support over control. Eager to showcase his potential at the next level, Tommy aims to spread the Toastmasters message, foster connections, and inspire confidence in leaders.

Plains Division Director

Cle Kimble is a member of Garland Toastmasters, the club’s treasurer, and Area 44 Director. Ms. Kimble prides herself in Toastmaster’s Core Values of Integrity, Respect, Service, and Excellence. As Division Director, Cle will ensure Toastmasters’ core values are understood and demonstrated throughout the Division. Ms. Kimble’s upbeat, energetic, and committed attitude to District 50 is a valuable resource for leaders within the organization.

Southern Division Director

Roderick Goudy, a U.S. Army veteran who serves as an Assistant Principal in the Dallas Independent School District, brings over 17 years of educational and leadership experience. As a Distinguished Toastmaster, he excels in oratory, securing victories in District 50’s International and Humorous Speech categories in 2019 with a repeat win in the Humorous Speech category in 2023. As a Dallas ISD Talk It Up club member, Roderick remains committed to honing his leadership and public speaking skills. He is also a father, grandfather, and husband who finds joy in simple pleasures – the joy of laughter, relaxing, and serving others.