District 30’s own Mike Raffety, who just finished his term as International Director from Region V, reactivated his website earlier this month as he is making a run for Second Vice President of Toastmasters International for the 2011-2012 year.  As International Director, he was told by TI two years ago to deactivate his website as there was a policy prohibiting board members from having their own Toastmasters website.  His blog is also back and Mike has been updating often with maps and statistics (he is the ultimate expert on compiling that) related to Toastmasters, as well as notes from the International Convention that was held two weeks ago.

At least three other candidates are running for 2nd VP next year, as Mike mentioned in his Saturday lunchtime entry during the convention.  Whether you plan on supporting Mike or not (I’m not supporting or endorsing anyone yet), his website will provide very useful information for anyone who wants to learn more about how Toastmasters International works.