Confident Communication: Building Speaking and Leadership Skills
Seattle Convention Center - 603
Looking to find your voice and grow your leadership presence? In this dynamic session, three dedicated Toastmasters from diverse roles in education share how the Toastmasters program has transformed their careers, built their confidence, and helped them communicate more effectively with colleagues, students, and leadership. Learn practical strategies you can use right away to speak with confidence, lead with clarity, and level up your professional presence, whether you’re presenting in a staff meeting, teaching a class, or advocating for change.
Panel Discussion
Coaching, Engagement, Leadership, Online/Distance Learning, Professional Development
School Administrators, District Administrators, Post Secondary Educators
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Postsecondary
Presented by
Assistant Director of Technology Support Services
Kent School District
Amie is the Assistant Director of Technology Support Services at the Kent School District, where she leads IT technology support, customer support, and strategic initiatives that enhance teaching and learning. Passionate about leadership development, she fosters collaboration, emotional intelligence, and continuous growth within her team. Outside of work, Amie is an avid Toastmaster and VP of Public Relations for her club, where she hones her public speaking and storytelling skills. She is also a motorcyclist, cyclist, golfer, and active member of the Warrior Angel Riders, a nonprofit promoting women’s empowerment.
Sr Director of Instructional Technology
As Senior Director of Instructional Technology, Anu supports districts across the western US helping them implement the best in technology solutions. A veteran of the education technology space and a current ISTE Certified Educator, Anu has been serving school districts around the country for over 15 years. Previously, Anu was at Renaissance, where she was instrumental in aligning new solutions specifically to school district needs. In her seven years at ClassLink, she consistently listens to the voice of her customers to identify their unique needs. She has led technology forums and presented at numerous education technology conferences across the country.
Edutainer
Rebecca P. Murray, Showcase Your Shine
Rebecca P. Murray is a dynamic communication expert with a unique background in applied behavior science, technology, and theater. As the founder of Showcase Your Shine in the Northwest, she’s passionate about transforming team dynamics by refining the art of listening, presenting, and facilitating. A fierce advocate for Voice Equity, Rebecca uses this principle as a form of applied intelligence to create spaces where every voice feels valued, fostering collaboration and shared wisdom.