Rochester High Noon Toastmasters Club

In 1998, 21 very enthusiastic charter members launched The Rochester High Noon Toastmasters Club, Club 7620, Central Division, in District 65. Two of the original charter members still maintain their membership and support our club: Gordon Penniston and Bill Rothrock.

Rochester High Noon was created primarily for people who either worked or lived in the City of Rochester and preferred the lunch-hour to build communications and leadership skills.

Since inception, the club has had members at various stages in their lives and in their careers. Membership has included lawyers, financial planners, architects, computer programmers, project managers, students, trainers, secretaries, business owners, writers, even a millionaire!

Below is information about our Executive Committee and the roles they play in the Club:

Mike Meynadasy, President

The President serves as the Club's chief executive officer and is responsible for general supervision and operating of the Club. The President presides at Club and Executive Committee meetings and directs the Club in a way which meets the educational growth and leadership needs of members. In cooperation with the Executive Committee, the President establishes long-term and short-term plans for Club growth.

Leanne Whitbeck, VP Education

The VP of Education is responsible for planning successful club meetings and promotes educational programs to Club members. The VP of Education assigns new members a mentor, encourages members to participate in other Toastmasters programs and administers speech contests. The VP of Education is the second-highest ranking Club officer, presiding at Club and Executive Committee meetings in the absence of the President.

John Wenderlich, VP of Membership

The VP of Membership implements a continuous marketing effort, which ensures the Club maintains or exceeds 20 members. Works with groups inside and outside of Club to promote Club membership and membership retention. Maintains accurate membership roster and attendance records. The Vice President Membership is the third-ranking Club officer.

Kris Stevens, VP Public Relations

The VP of Public Relations is responsible for internal and external public relations for the Club, including but not limited to: Preparing and distributing news releases regarding Club activities. Working with Club officers to develop literature about the Club. Representing the Club with the media. The Vice President Public Relations is the fourth-ranking Club officer.

Alison Kobey, Secretary

The Secretary is responsible for recording the Executive Committee Meeting Minutes and keeping track of crucial paperwork pertinent to the Club. The Secretary is the fifth-ranking Club officer.

Rosalind Walker, Treasurer

The Treasurer is responsible for development and execution of financial policies, procedures, audits, and controls. The Treasurer receives and disburses funds in payment of all obligations. Develops and recommends budget to Club Executive Committee. Notifies members of dues payable and collects dues. Along with the Vice President Membership and Club Secretary, ensures semiannual membership reports, dues, and membership roster are mailed to World Headquarters on time. The Treasurer is the sixth-ranking Club officer.

Cindy Craner, Sergeant at Arms

The Sergeant at Arms serves as master host and makes the proper physical arrangements for all Club meetings. Makes sure each member and guest is welcomed at Club meetings. Chairs the Club meeting. Controls Club property between meetings. The Sergeant at Arms is the seventh-ranking Club officer.

Jared Kronenberg, Immediate Past President

The Immediate Past President provides guidance and serves as a resource to Club officers and members. Chairs the Nominating Committee. Assists in the preparation of Club Success Plan. Promotes the Club’s efforts to become a Distinguished Club.