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Weymouth resident becomes new director of 350,000-member global organization

 

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Aug. 23, 2019 — Stefano S. McGhee, of Weymouth, Massachusetts, has been elected to the Board of Directors of Toastmasters International, the world’s leading organization devoted to communication and leadership skills development. McGhee was elected to the 2019–2021 two-year term at the organization’s 88^th annual International Convention, held Aug. 21–24 in Denver, Colo.

 

As a member of the Toastmasters International Board of Directors, McGhee is a “working ambassador” for the organization. He works with the Board to develop and support the policies and procedures that guide Toastmasters International in fulfilling its mission.

 

McGhee works as the senior manager of DevOps for Harvard Business Publishing. He leads a small team of engineers in ensuring the availability and stability of the organization’s most critical applications, including Harvard Business Review. McGhee earned a master’s degree in military operational arts and sciences from the United States Air Force’s higher education organization.

 

During his time in school, McGhee earned the International Security Studies Research Award for his work that was of interest to national security. He is a member of the airplane owners and pilots association, where he shares the wonder of flying with children and young adults.

 

A Toastmaster since 2005, McGhee’s home club is Network Voice Toastmasters in Weymouth. He has held a number of high-profile leadership positions within Toastmasters and has attained the Distinguished Toastmaster designation—the highest level of educational achievement in the organization.

 

“Toastmasters gives those willing to put the time in the critical skills to be a better version of themselves,” he said. “From there, you can confidently take on more challenges at work and life and become the sought-after leader needed in today's world.”

 

Toastmasters International is a worldwide nonprofit educational organization that empowers individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., the organization's membership exceeds 358,000 in more than 16,800 clubs in 143 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators and leaders. For information about local Toastmasters clubs, please visit www.toastmasters.org. Follow @Toastmasters on Twitter.