English Toastmasters Association

A Founder Member of the English Toastmasters Association, Richard who lives in Chelmsford, Essex, England UK offers a great deal more than just being your toastmaster... If you want the best reactions from your guests and to be pampered on your special day, Richard is the man for you. Richard was a Wedding Industry Regional Finalist for the special touches category in 2008 as a toastmaster and one of the three national finalists in the entertainments category. The awards are for recognising excellence within the wedding industry. Please visit www.thetoastmaster.co.uk for more details. Richard is a highly client focused toastmaster, which means that if you are a bride and are looking for a toastmaster to make you feel really special on your wedding day, he will be the the right choice for you.

A Founder Member of the English Toastmasters Association with over 15 years experience of organising and running functions, Linda, who lives in Chelmsford, Essex, England, UK will give you the confidence that your function will run smoothly. With Linda as your toastmaster you can relax and enjoy your day...

A Founder Member of the English Toastmasters Association, Russell, who lives in Suffolk, England, UK, has the skills and know-how to work with you to ensure that your function is meticulously planned and executed. Russell is a professional and experienced Toastmaster who will assist with the smooth running and coordination of your function to ensure that everyone has a relaxed and enjoyable day. Russell is an expert in Weddings, Masonic Events and Corporate Functions. Whatever your specific needs, Russell will be happy to discuss your requirements.

Ted is based in Essex, England, UK. Ted will add flair, a sense of humour and dignity to your function. Ted works in London too and is a Beadle to The Worshipful Company of Constructors. If you are looking for an after dinner speaker with a sense of humour, Ted could also be your man. Travel is not an issue for Ted and if you are getting married abroad he would also like to be there for you.

Andrew is a Professional Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies with over 15 years experience of organising and running functions and events. Andrew, who lives in Essex, England, UK, is a caring Toastmaster who will guide you and your guests through your day with a sense of humour and dignity. Andrew is able to advise on all aspects of protocol and will help and guide you through the planning and preparation of your event.

John is an all round wedding professional who has been in entertainment as a singer for over 30 years. As your toastmaster living in Middlesex, England, UK. John will guide you through your day and make sure that your day runs smoothly and that you have alot of fun, secure in the knowledge that he will care for all of your needs.

James Lives in Tonbridge, Kent, England,UK, and is highly customer focused toastmaster. He takes pleasure in making any event at which he is involved, truly memorable. Although he loves weddings he is also very pleased to help at ladies nights. James will provide you with the professionalism you require to add the individual touch to your special occasion. He will be on hand in advance to ensure you are prepared for your special occasion and on the day to ensure procedures are followed and events run smoothly.

John lives in Chelmsford, Essex, England, UK and is an experienced member of several associations. He will take a pride in looking after you and running your function the way that you would like it run. He will bring a touch of class to your occasion.

John lives in Oxfordshire, England, UK and has had 35 years experience in the hospitality industry, working all over but especially in Oxford and Oxfordshire. He is passionate about making sure that you get excellent service and that you also get the day of your dreams. Whilst helping you to have fun, he will also bring a touch of class to your occasion.

Michael lives in Kings Norton, Birmingham, England, UK and is pleased to offer you excellent professional services for any type of function. Michael will make you feel special and know that you are in excellent experienced hands, please give him a call. He is based in West Midlands but will be pleased to travel anywhere around the area to give you excellent service.

Mike Culleton

Barry lives in Florida, USA and decided to formalise his training in the UK with The English Toastmasters Association. Barry will be pleased to offer you his professional services as your wedding toastmaster or for any type of event or function, Barry is certain to enhance your day and fulfil all of your requirements which will make your special day, extra special!!

Colin lives in Elmstead Market, Essex, UK and would be pleased to help you with the planning of your special day. Colin will be on hand to guide and advise and will ensure your day runs smoothly and exactly as you wish. You can be certain all aspects of your day will be handled with absolute attention to detail. If you are looking for a toastmaster for your ladies festival, Colin would be the right choice for you. As a past master of two lodges Colin has a great deal of experience and expertise and will conduct your evening professionally and ensure you get the best results.

Jude lives in Faversham, Kent, England, UK and has decided to formalise his training as a professional toastmaster with our Association. Jude can offer, experience and a professional touch to weddings, civil partnerships, military and regimental functions, sporting events, trade shows, institute dinners, award ceremonies, charity balls and functions, birthday parties and anniversaries, to name but a few. Let Jude make your day / evening / weekend a special occasion to remember, with jovalities, honour and professionalism.

Andrew is based in Sawston, Cambridgeshire, UK and is our first toastmaster to reside in this county. Andrew would be pleased to travel anywhere to officiate at your wedding, corporate function or special event. Andrew has over eight years worth of experience working with clients in various forms. With his customer service and managerial skills, you a can expect the recieve the highest level of care and attention throughout the planning and preparation for your day / function to ensure that it runs smoothly and exactly as you wish.

Andrew is sure to enhance any occasion with his expertise and professionalism. When you choose Andrew as your toastmaster, you can be certain you are in safe and capable hands.

Andrew is also a professional, freelance organist and accompanist and has had the opportunity to play in numerous churches and cathedrals throughout the UK and Europe and is available for organ recitals, concerts, weddings and other church services. Please visit www.andrewwest.net for further details.

Stephen lives in Stambourne, Essex, UK and is a professional toastmaster with a modern approach combined with traditional values As your wedding toastmaster Stephen will add a touch of elegance and formality to your special day. Stephen will be pleased to assist you with your planning and preparation and is on hand to advise you on all aspects of etiquette and protocol. You can be assured Stephen will take care of you and your guests with exact attention to detail. If you are looking to add a touch of tradition to your occasion Stephen's services are available for allr different types of functions and events which includes weddings.

Brian has been a member of Toastmasters International for many years, where his level of expertise has meant he has achieved the awards of Advanced Communicator and Leader. He has won both International and Humours Speech competitions. He has now further honed his skills to become a Professional Toastmaster. Brian will take on your wishes for the day an turn them into reality. He will guide you and your guests through your most special day and liaise with all your service providers on the day, to maximise your enjoyment and make your day complete. As Brian has been such a strong communicator, he can give training to the groom, the best man and father off the bride. He can depart his knowledge to help with the three set piece speeches at your wedding. He also offers help to anyone needing to give a formal speech for any function. Brian is based in the West Midlands all year round but also covers Murcia area of southern Spain and South Africa during their summer, September through to March.

Vanessa is originally from Australia and has been living in the UK since 2002. She is an experienced teacher, public speaker and singer. She is used to dealing with the unexpected and is calm under pressure, so you and your guests will feel you are in safe hands. Vanessa is passionate about quality service and has an eye for detail that will ensure your special day or function flows smoothly. She will be pleased to help you with writing and practicing your speech. Vanessa lives in Woking, Surrey, and will be pleased to offer her services across the south of England and London. She also has a knowledge of the Australian marriage requirements, so if you would like to marry in Australia she is the toastmaster for you! Vanessa will be pleased to act as hostess for any type of function or event, including awards ceremonies, lunches, dinners, gala and charity balls and banquets.

Unfortunately due to a recent car accident Vincent is unable to work as a Toastmaster but is hoping to be fully recovered within the next twelve months.

Vincent is a kind and friendly toastmaster with a sense of style and panache. Vincent lives and works in Italy so is the perfect choice if you getting married abroad. Speaking fluent Italian, French and English may be useful if you are bringing guests in and want them to be made to feel at home. Vincent will make a difference to your wedding day or special occasion wherever it may be. He is well equipped to look after your every need.

Patrick Stevenson Hon.F.E.T.A.

Partrick and Richard Stevenson are twins, and are the great, great grandsons of William Knightsmith, the very first toastmaster to wear the red tail coat in London in 1894. Both Richard and Patrick have been very kind to our Association with help relating to the history of toastmasters from the very first time that the red tail coat was worn. Patrick was the first person to be offered an honorary membership into our Association for all his help, kindness and encouragement. The English Toastmasters Association are very privileged to have a huge amount of information about the history of our profession thanks to both Richard and Patrick. Patrick is pleased to offer talks about William Knightsmith and the history of toastmasters.

David Court Ba(Hons) MBA PGCertEd LBIPP LMPA LRPS Hon.F.E.T.

CourtOnCamera Professional Wedding Photography - Contact David directly Tel: 07789 635323 or 01992 619639 

David is an excellent photographer and is passionate about his work and the quality of the services that he offers.  He is one of the country's finest photographers and is an absolute pleasure to work with.  Quality service and client care are the hallmarks of David's business. Our Association is fortunate to have a vey close working relationship with Court on Camera and benefits from David's help with our training courses, amongst a host of other professional advice and facilities that David is able to offer.

"I have considerable experience having photographed many weddings of varied denominations in a multitude of locations - from castles and synagogues to cathedrals. I am a professionally qualified member of the British Institute of Professional Photographers (Founded 1901) and Master Photographers Association (Founded 1952), but most importantly what I offer is a personal service second to none".

Howard Marco Hon.F.E.T.A

Legal Wear - SPECIALISTS IN TOASTMASTERS' OUTFITS, our prime recommended supplier to the English Toastmasters Association. Ready to wear stock of the top grade wool and also now available Gaberdine hunting pink tailcoats with matching lapels and buttons

Please visit http://www.legalwear.co.uk/?content=home or call Howard Marco on 020 8906 7723 or mobile 07958 708380 for further details. The main showroom is at Trafalgar House, Grenville Place, Mill Hill, London NW7 3SA

Howard has a wealth of experience in the specialist clothing that is suitable for toastmasters. He carries a good range of jackets, shirts, bow ties, gloves etc and will be stocking a new range of high waisted trousers in early 2010. Howard is always looking to improve the service that he offers, with new ideas, materials and designs. Every toastmaster is able to buy from Legal Wear with confidence that they will be very well looked after by the man that cares about his clients.

Harish Patel Hon.F.E.T.A

Jeux D'Images Photography & Video Tel.  0208 905 7640 or by fax. 05603 427494.  Web site www.jeuxdimages.co.uk E-mail info@jeuxdimages.co.uk

Harish is the videographer for Jeux D'Images and may be contacted on 07729 487861 and the mobile number for the other half of Jeux D'Images Photography, David Attiach is 07957 529200. 

Harish is a credit to videographers everywhere, in the way that he works and relates to his clients and other wedding professionals that he works with. He runs a network lunch for colleagues in the business on a regular basis in the north London area. Harish has been a great help to the English Toastmasters Association and works very closely with us to help us find out more about building relationships when working with videographers and other wedding professionals.