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MALTALINK - Toastmasters District 109 Conference Online

Sat 17 May 2025 Online, Zoom

MALTALINK - Toastmasters District 109 Conference Online

Sat 17 May 2025 Online, Zoom

MALTALINK 2025

COMPLETE AGENDA

ZOOM WEBINARS:

  • May 7, 7:00 PM CEST: Refine Your Keynote Speech & Get Your First GIG - Dave Armstrong
  • May 15, 6:00 PM CEST: Commands Reflex: How Our Subconscious Constrains Our Thinking - Robert Killen
  • May 21, 8:00 PM CEST: Power Partnerships: Crafting Sponsorship for Sustainable Growth - Francesca Gammicchia
  • May 22, 7:00 PM CEST: Emotional Intelligence - David Corcoran
  • May 23, 7:00 PM CEST: Supercharge Your ChatGPT Prompts: An Easy Guide to Writing Prompts That Actually Work - Paola Perina

CONFERENCE DAY (MAY 17):

  • 09:15 – 10:00: Discipline, Drive, and Determination: "Hacking Your Brain" - Sensei Dave Armstrong
  • 10:00 – 11:15: Table Topics Contest
  • 11:30 – 13:00: Evaluations Contest
  • 14:15 – 15:00: Embracing Creativity in the Age of AI - Prof. Margaret Mangion
  • 15:00 – 16:30: International Speech Contest
  • 16:45 – 17:30: The Change Catalyst: How to Spark and Sustain Transformation - Penny Wilkie

Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your communication and leadership skills at MALTALINK 2025—where inspiration meets transformation.

All Zoom WEBINARS and Streaming on Saturday, May 17th are included in the ticket price. 

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Sensei Dave Armstrong

Discipline, Drive, Determination: How to hack your brain

📅 May 17th, 9:15 – 10:00 am | 📍 Live Streaming

Raised in foster care and juvenile detention, Sensei Dave's story is one of grit, resilience, and the power of a single mentor to change a life. In this moving and energizing keynote, he shares his journey from surviving adversity to inspiring thousands across the world.

Why attend:

  • Be inspired by a true story of transformation
  • Discover how you can become a catalyst for change
  • Leave with renewed purpose and confidence

About Sensei Dave:

U.S. Air Force veteran, bestselling author, and founder of the Unlimited Potential Network Academy, Sensei Dave has mentored thousands of at-risk youth and inspired audiences across the U.S. and Europe.

Prof. Margaret Mangion

Embracing Creativity in the Age of AI

📅 May 17th, 2:15 – 3:00 pm | 📍 Live Streaming

In an era of rapid technological advancement, creativity emerges as a pivotal skill for the 21st century. This keynote explores the essential role of creativity in navigating our modern world, particularly as AI reshapes industries and redefines human roles. Discover how possibility thinking can bridge the gap between AI capabilities and human ingenuity.

Why attend:

  • Learn how to harness your uniquely human creative abilities
  • Discover practical approaches to possibility thinking and creative problem solving
  • Develop strategies to anticipate and manage technological change

About Prof. Margaret Mangion:

Director and Senior Lecturer at The Edward de Bono Institute for Creative Thinking and Innovation at the University of Malta, Prof. Mangion holds a Doctorate in Social Sciences, an MBA, and degrees in Education and Psychology. She represents Malta as an ambassador for World Creativity and Innovation Week/Day events.

Robert Killen

Command Reflex: How Our Subconscious Constrains Our Thinking

📅 May 15th, 6:00 pm | 📍 Zoom

Are you truly in control of your thoughts? In this provocative and insightful workshop, Robert challenges you to uncover the subconscious patterns and mental biases that shape your daily decisions—and your future.

Why attend:

  • Learn how to break free from limiting beliefs
  • Discover tools to reshape your mindset
  • Take command of your thought patterns and goals

About Robert Killen:

Robert is a creative force with a background in the arts, banking, nonprofit leadership, and entrepreneurial mentoring. As a finalist in the 2007 World Championship of Public Speaking, he uses language to provoke thought and inspire growth.

Francesca Gammicchia

Power Partnerships: Crafting Sponsorship for Sustainable Growth

📅 May 21st, 8:00 pm | 📍 Zoom

Fundraising isn't just about asking for money—it's about inspiring people to support a meaningful cause. In this highly practical session, Francesca will share tools and strategies to help you create value-driven proposals, engage supporters, and build long-term donor relationships.

Why attend:

  • Learn the core principles of successful fundraising
  • Explore real-world strategies including sponsorships, crowdfunding, and storytelling
  • Practice creating your own fundraising plan with live feedback

About Francesca Gamicchia:

Francesca is a TransformAction Coach and founder of Talento Umano. She helps individuals and organizations unlock potential through practical training and mindset shifts. A TEDx speaker, curator, and Distinguished Toastmaster, she brings a mission-driven approach to fundraising and communication.

David Corcoran

Empowering Your Communication with Emotional Intelligence

📅 May 22nd, 7:00 pm | 📍 Zoom

Want to communicate with greater impact? Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is your secret advantage. This interactive session will show how EQ boosts self-awareness, connection, and confidence—skills that matter in both personal and professional life.

Why attend:

  • Discover key EQ competencies that enhance your communication
  • Learn to manage emotions and connect with others more effectively
  • Gain practical tools you can apply right away in school, work, and life

About David:

David is a certified EQ Facilitator with 6 Seconds, training multinational clients in emotional intelligence. A former opera singer with Opera Australia, he blends voice coaching, EQ, and public speaking into powerful communication training.

Paola Perina

Supercharge Your ChatGPT Prompts: An Easy Guide to Writing Prompts That Actually Work

📅 May 23rd, 7:00 pm | 📍 Zoom

AI isn't just for tech experts. Learn how to get better, faster results from ChatGPT and other tools using the TCREI method—a simple 5-step prompt framework Paola teaches with clarity and real-world examples.

Why attend:

  • Learn a practical method to write effective AI prompts
  • Save time on research, writing, and brainstorming
  • Gain skills that will make your academic and professional life easier

About Paola Perina:

With 30 years of experience in business and public relations, Paola has embraced AI tools to streamline communication and productivity. She's a Toastmasters PR leader and an early adopter of ChatGPT and prompt engineering.

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