Toastmasters International Convention 2014 was held in MALAYSIA!!!!!

For the first time in Toastmasters’ history, the organization held its International Convention outside North America. The 2014 convention took place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 20th to 23rd of August 2014.

The main highlight of the convention, of course, the World Championship of Public Speaking 2014!

How big and prestige the stage was? See this.

"Leaders Take The Stairs" by Rory Vaden, two-time WCPS Finalist, motivational speaker and humorist, during Toastmasters International Convention 2014 — at Plenary Hall KL Convention Centre.

And here is the list of finalists at the World Championship of Public Speaking 2014 ; 1. James L. Feffley, 2. Kelly Sargeant, 3. Kwong Yue Yang, 4. Marc Williams, 5. Alain Washnevsky, 6. Eric Donaldson, 7. Dananjaya Hettiarachchi, 8. Sharookh Daroowala, 9. Chris W.H. Wo

And the champion is......

Mr. Dananjaya J Hettiararachchi (left), the 2014 World Champion Public Speaker. "Thank you Mr. Danajaya for sharing "Samba" & "I See Something In You" & reflections of "Never Give Up". I'm inspired!", Genny Ong, Area A1 Governor (left)

The selection of this Southeast Asian city reflects the global nature of Toastmasters International as well as its evolving membership. More than 30 percent of all Toastmasters now live outside North America, and the greatest membership growth is in Southeast Asia.

“After considering many other sites, it became clear that Kuala Lumpur offered the most benefits to our members and the organization as a whole,” says Toastmasters International Executive Director Daniel Rex. “As a global organization, having as many people as possible attend the convention is always our goal.”

Toastmasters from Division A were having fun!!!

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