BEFORE the AGM, guest speaker Lindsay MacDonald from Sans Souci Speakers Club in Solihull gave a clear and lucid talk on evaluations. This is a skill that all members must use as they evaluate speeches and topics.

He also touched on general evaluations and gave helpful hints as to how a member can evaluate the whole speakers' club evening.

At the AGM, a new president was elected. Pat Langley, who is an experienced speaker, a resident of Redditch and a keen cyclist will take up her role in September.

The next season will begin on September 7 and inquiries should be made to new recruitment secretary Jim Fitzpatrick on 63596.