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Kanchan Sonik, DTM- Candidate for Club Growth Director

Lead Program Manager, Test Manager, PMO, MBA, MA, PhD scholar & Toastmaster, Traveller & Trainer

03/04/2025

🚀 Exciting Announcement!🚀

I am incredibly honored to stand as a DLC-nominated Candidate for Club Growth Director for District 125 Toastmasters of Toastmasters International for the 2025-2026 term!

As a passionate advocate for personal and professional growth, I am committed to driving Club Expansion and Growth, fostering a culture of Member Retention and Engagement, and enhancing Leadership Development and Support within our district.

🌱 Club Expansion and Growth
Our district thrives when we actively seek out new opportunities to grow. I will focus on expanding our club network, supporting new clubs, and ensuring they have the tools and guidance they need to succeed.

🤝 Member Retention and Engagement
Our members are the heart of Toastmasters, and I will prioritize building strong connections, creating meaningful experiences, and ensuring that every member feels valued and motivated to stay engaged and continue their journey.

🌟 Leadership Development and Support
Leaders are made, not born. I will strive to provide the necessary resources, training, and mentorship to empower leaders at every level and help them unlock their full potential.

I humbly ask for your support in creating an environment where every member of District 125 can thrive, grow, and achieve their goals. Together, we can foster an even more vibrant and supportive Toastmasters community!

09/10/2024

🌟 New Podcast Alert! 🌟
Passion Talks with Kanchan Sonik welcomes you all to Season 2.
🎧 Join us on Breaking Barriers: Women in Leadership as we explore the journeys of inspiring women who are shattering glass ceilings and redefining what leadership looks like!
In our upcoming episodes, we’ll dive into:
✨ Personal stories of women overcoming challenges
✨ Strategies for navigating gender bias and work-life balance
✨ The importance of mentorship and building networks
✨ Unique leadership styles and their impact on organizations
Let’s amplify women’s voices and empower the next generation of leaders! 💪
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Passion Talks with Kanchan Sonik

30/09/2024

The fields of AI, machine learning (ML), computer engineering, & information technology (IT) are interwoven, driving innovation across industries. This tech talk explored their definitions, interconnections, & future implications at Raisoni Group Of Institutions, G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering, pune

The engineering landscape is evolving rapidly, with new technologies & methodologies emerging every day. To ensure that new engineers are prepared for the demands of the industry, it’s crucial to equip them with the right skills, experiences, & mindsets.

My talk was designed to bridge the gap between academia & industry. Sharing my journey of learning & exploring the emerging technologies was a great way to ice-break. Understanding the Basics of the buzz around today's technologies to the future emerging Engineers.
1.Artificial Intelligence (AI)
2. Machine Learning (ML)
3. Computer Engineering
4. Information Technology (IT)

Current Trends
1. Explainable AI (XAI): XAI aims to make AI outputs understandable, enhancing trust & compliance.
2. Edge Computing: The shift towards processing data closer to the source (i.e., on edge devices) improves response times and reduces bandwidth use. This trend supports real-time AI applications in IoT environments.
3. AI in Cybersecurity: Machine learning algorithms are increasingly used to identify & respond to threats in real-time, making cybersecurity systems more adaptive & resilient.
4. Collaborative Intelligence: The future lies in the collaboration between humans & AI systems, combining human intuition & creativity with machine efficiency & data processing capabilities.

Future Implications
1. Skill Development: As these fields evolve, there’s a growing need for professionals with interdisciplinary skills. Education & training programs must adapt to prepare individuals for careers that bridge AI, ML, engineering, and IT.
2. Ethics and Regulation: The rapid advancement of AI raises ethical considerations regarding bias, accountability, & privacy. Establishing frameworks for responsible AI use will be critical in maintaining public trust.
3. Job Transformation: While AI & automation may disrupt certain jobs, they also create opportunities for new roles that focus on managing, interpreting, & leveraging AI systems effectively.

The interplay between AI, machine learning, computer engineering, & information technology is reshaping our world. Understanding these fields & their relationships is essential for anyone looking to navigate the future of technology.
By focusing on hands-on experience, skill development, industry partnerships, continuous learning, networking, real-world challenges, & ethical considerations, we can empower emerging engineers to be industry-ready. The goal is to create a generation of engineers who are not only technically proficient but also adaptable, innovative, & socially responsible.

Passion Talks with Kanchan Sonik

25/09/2024

From dreaming of victory to clinching double wins, the journey of a passionate speaker is pure inspiration 🏆

Starting as a novice with big aspirations, facing the challenge of fierce competition and self-doubt.

Dreamed of winning a speech contest, a goal that seemed distant yet tantalizing.

The turning point came when entering multiple contests, pushing beyond comfort zones.

Embraced the pressure, allowing it to fuel preparation and polish performance.

Ultimately secured first place in Humorous Speech and second in Evaluation Contest.

Wonders of Women Toastmasters Club proved to be the perfect platform for growth and success.

This story showcases that with dedication and the right support, dreams can indeed become reality.

Seven years ago, I embarked on a journey to become a better public speaker. Today, I'm thrilled to share that I've achieved a major milestone: winning both speech contests I entered! 🏆

Let me share a quick update:

✅ My purpose remains unchanged – to inspire and impact others through the power of words 🌟

✅ The competition brought out the best in me, putting my practice to the test. I delivered my most polished speeches yet, turning my dream into reality 💪

✅ This achievement proves that hard work pays off. It's a testament to the hours of preparation, the feedback I've incorporated, and the continuous improvement mindset I've adopted 📈

✅ The journey doesn't end here – winning is just the beginning. I'm excited to take on new challenges, mentor aspiring speakers, and continue refining my craft 🚀

🎯 With this boost of confidence, I'm ready to set new goals and push my boundaries even further. The world of public speaking is full of opportunities, and I can't wait to explore them!

13/05/2024

Aishwarya Boddapati mam the world’s first woman officer to have circumnavigated the world on INS Tarini - A ship 🛳️ curated and built in India.

Your grit, dedication and determination helped to scale such heights of success and glory.

It was a poignant moment for the “Navika Sagar Parikrama” team which included a number of naval personnel who worked behind the scenes from the time of origination of the idea of circumnavigation by an all women crew, right through the planning, implementation and training till the successful ex*****on of the voyage.

This is the first-ever Indian circumnavigation of the globe by an all-women crew. The vessel was skippered by Lieutenant Commander Vartika Joshi, and the crew comprised Lieutenant Commanders Pratibha Jamwal, P Swathi, and Lieutenants S Vijaya Devi, B Aishwarya and Payal Gupta.

During her 254 day long voyage, the vessel has covered over 22,000 Nautical miles, visiting five countries – Australia, New Zealand, Falkland Islands (UK), South Africa and Mauritius.

During the course of her voyage, the vessel has met all criteria of circumnavigation, viz. crossing the Equator twice, crossing all Longitudes, as also the three great capes (Cape Leeuwin, Cape Horn and Cape of Good Hope). The expedition was covered in six legs, with halts at 5 ports: Fremantle (Australia), Lyttleton (New Zealand), Port Stanley (Falklands), Cape Town (South Africa) and Port Louis (Mauritius).

The crew and the vessel encountered rough seas on numerous occasions during the voyage. The extremely cold climate coupled with stormy weather conditions especially in the Southern Ocean made the task of circumnavigating the globe highly daunting and challenging. The vessel also witnessed winds in excess of 60 knots and waves up to 7 meters high, whilst crossing the Pacific Ocean.

The expedition titled ‘Navika Sagar Parikrama’ is in consonance with the National policy to empower women to attain their full potential. It has showcased ‘Nari Shakti’ on the world platform and helped change societal attitudes and mindset towards women in India by raising visibility of their participation in challenging environs.

It’s not the girls achieving, it’s the youngsters from India achieving. The women of this country have shown that it is possible for the youngsters, if they want to do something, that they can indeed do it, by showing commitment, grit and dedication.

You are our true inspiration and listening to your journey has widened our horizons of life. Thanks 🙏 for this wonderful opportunity and sharing your journey at Crescendo125.

(INSV Tarini)

28/04/2024

With District 125 Toastmasters – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉

11/04/2024

"Leaders instill in their people a hope for success and a belief in themselves. Positive leaders empower people to accomplish their goals."

Let’s invent new ways of doing the right things in right time with right intentions to make right changes.

Let’s improvise on every task we do and let’s take a pledge to be better everyday in everything we do.

Let’s invigorate our goals and contribute in success of our members, our core team, our strength, our people.

I share my story how it transformed me to be a better human, a better speaker and a better leader.

Let’s stand together and work on ourselves to contribute a better community and a better culture to the teams we work with.

7 years of Toastmasters International journey has transformed an Executive Assistant to a Program Manager. Thanks to this wonderful organization and leaders and mentors who unleashed the leader in me.

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