toastmaster-magazine-2016

Sameena Mahmood
Past President (PY 2010-2011)
A Journey to Success........
It is with a great deal of pride that I offer my congratulations to Serendib Toastmasters club at this
time of celebrating the 15th Anniversary. It has been exhilarating to observe the growth of the organization
into the dynamic entity that it is today, which has such a powerful influence on the community. As a
result, many members are taking challenging responsibilities as leaders and are likewise excelling in their
professional field as well.
Having been a member of Serendib since 2006, I know from the inside and the outside the fabulous
commitment of Serendib’s members in making this organization grow and thrive. I had the opportunity to
witness Serendib’s journey of success year after year. Every year the Excom comes up with novel ideas of
improving the quality of the meetings. I remember in the past the Excom started publishing the weekly
meeting agenda in the Serendib’s website and this year too members are utilizing the social media to the
extent possible to reach out to all the members in an easy and simple way.
It is so heartening to see members vigorously participating in contests, speech marathons, membership
drives and achieving multiple crown titles. Congratulations to the President TM Zubair and VP Education
TM Gihan and other TMs for organizing such meetings filled with educational and cheerful activities. These
inspire members to actively participate in all the didactic activities conducted proficiently with a touch of
innovative plans. Bravo bravo…!
Congratulations to TM Ifthiquar for a great campaign by attracting new members and getting recognition
from TMI. Another rising star TM Sunil, congratulations on attaining Triple Crown, we know how much of
commitment and hard work goes in to accomplish this title.
I am extremely happy to congratulate the highest title achiever Subramaniam Thangasamy for this
prodigious accomplishment. Everyone knows that it is the fruit of his passion and dedication towards his
development and contribution to the club. All the Serendibians are proud of him. Congratulations!
Oh what a joy it is to be a member of a club which holds excellence as a high standard, nurtures young
and adult members, from the past and present and encourages us all to do and be the best we can in
our personal and professional growth. While thanking the outgoing team, President TM MIM Zubair, his
Executive Committee, the outgoing Gavel Club Counselors, outgoing Gavel Club Presidents, for coaching,
supporting, fostering, encouraging fellow members all the way to an efficacious tenure. Congratulations
on your grand success!
I wish the newfangled team headed by TM Ferasath Cassim, his Executive committee, Gavel Counselors
TM Indika Gunaratne and TM Anuja Raddella every success in advancing the baton forward as the Awards
night theme says “Success is a journey, not a destination”. Therefore, fellow Serendebians, pack your best
suit and your sharpest attitude for yet another productive year during this amazing Journey to Success…!.
SERENDIB BREEZE
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