Our resident Toastmaster Gordon Haining kindly donated his time to the hootenanny in aid of the Scottish Wildcat Fund at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park. Read his report at the Aspinall Business Club website.

Read more about Gordon here.

Introducing Gordon Haining, our very own Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies.

Why engage a Toastmaster for your special occasion, it is only an added unnecessary expense.

The concept of a Toastmaster as merely a loud voice who bangs a gavel and makes a few announcements is totally inaccurate. The Professional Toastmaster is a traditional part of the British banqueting scene. He is expert in the diplomatic guidance of all participants in a highly specialised and professional manner.

In summary a fully qualified Toastmaster is skilled as:-

• Master of Ceremonial
• Surrogate Host
• Management Specialist
• Event Co-ordinator
• Protocol, Procedure and Etiquette Expert
• Diplomat
• Announcer
• Group Organiser

A Toastmaster is like an iceberg, nine-tenths of his activity is unseen.

His spectrum of activity is the overall co-ordination and steering of every type of event, calling for any degree of formality. He is also at ease in those situations where only a gentle, guiding hand is needed. In addition to that high degree of sensitivity and empathy, his armoury encompasses a very considerable breadth of knowledge and protocol and event organisation.

Testimonial:- “Your thoughtfulness and kindness, coupled with your professionalism made it a truly wonderful and memorable occasion. I will certainly be recommending you to others.” Jack Keeler (Father of the Bride)

To bring that “TOUCH OF CLASS” to your special event telephone Gordon Haining on 01303 269064