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Distinguished Toastmaster, LaShon Bowers, began her toastmasters’ journey in 1994 with a speech impediment which caused her angst for many years. She is currently a Lead IT Security Specialist employed by the government.
When she began her government career, she was that told she was best suited for a nonverbal position. LaShon was placed in the mail room. That was many years ago. In her current position, she communicates daily with customers and trains team members on security procedures.
LaShon was elected District 28 Director in 2016 and was responsible for directly overseeing the District’s day-to-day operations. Recently, she was again elected District 28 Director and will service in the position until June 30, 2021. As she serves, she also mentors others by hosting Youth Leadership and Speechcraft programs designed to help improve communication and leadership skills. 
LaShon credits the toastmaster’s program and her fellow toastmasters for the vast improvement in her leadership and communication skills. Their evaluations and mentorships were key to her professional growth.
She knows from experience that Toastmaster is where leaders are made.
