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Mid East Info
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mid East Info
From Abu Dhabi to Amman: District 105 Toastmasters Take the Spotlight at DTAC 2025
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Toastmasters from four countries came together with members from Oman, Abu Dhabi, Jordan, and Palestine in Amman for DTAC 2025, the District 105 Annual Conference. Held under the theme 'Rise to Inspire,' the event showcased the region's dedication to empowering confident communicators and leaders, with strong representation from Abu Dhabi and other regions. The conference was led by TM Mohammed Al-Kiswani and his team in Jordan. With over 250 attendees, the two-day event brought together diverse voices to celebrate courage, connection, and growth. Members shared stories, stepped boldly into the spotlight, and transformed fear into confidence – proving once again the power of Toastmasters to uplift and inspire. Keynote Inspiration One of the featured keynote speakers was Mohammed Murad, DTM from Dubai, a previous International President of Toastmasters International. His thought-provoking session, 'Leadership: Reality or Illusion?' invited attendees to reflect on the essence of authentic leadership, leaving the audience inspired and introspective. Elevating Voices Through Speech Contests Four captivating English contests filled the conference with laughter, insight, and inspiration. The champions who rose to the occasion were: Evaluation Contest Champion – TM Agnik Bose (Oman) – TM Agnik Bose (Oman) Humorous Speech Contest Champion – TM Thomas John (Oman) – TM Thomas John (Oman) Table Topics Contest Champion – TM Krishan Kumar (Oman) – TM Krishan Kumar (Oman) International Speech Contest Champion – TM Rasiah Raslyn Agatha (Abu Dhabi) Running simultaneously, the Arabic Speech Contest showcased District 105's linguistic diversity, reinforcing Toastmasters' commitment to empowering voices in every language and ensuring regional representation across the district. The Defining Moment A deeply moving moment was the recognition of 94-year-old DTM Haifa Al Bashir, honored for 25 years of Toastmasters service. Though she arrived in a wheelchair, her energy lit up the room. With a twinkle in her eye, she declared, 'I came prepared to give a BIG speech,' and delivered one that resonated with every listener. She was joined by fellow Silver Jubilee honorees: TM Mary Shawareb, DTM Haifa Sharaiha, DTM Maisoun Armouti, and TM Raghad Keilani – all celebrated for their lifelong commitment and contributions. Leadership Recognition and Awards District Director Saiju Victor, DTM expressed heartfelt appreciation to all members, clubs, and leaders whose efforts led to District 105 achieving Distinguished District status. He also welcomed the incoming district leaders for the 2025–2026 term. The District Annual Awards honored excellence in Program Quality, Club Growth and Public Relations presented by: Program Quality Director Cyprian Misquith, DTM Club Growth Director Ramanujam Raghavan, DTM Public Relations Manager TM Maria Theresa de Mesa Mendoza Looking Ahead: DTAC 2026 Abu Dhabi The exciting announcement of DTAC 2026 to be held in Abu Dhabi, led by Chair TM Hadi Ali with Toastmasters from Abu Dhabi took the stage in a stunning display of unity. With its cultural richness and innovative spirit, DTAC 2026 promises an immersive and inspiring experience – an event the District is already looking forward to. About District 105 Toastmasters: District 105 is a part of Toastmasters International, supporting members across Oman, Abu Dhabi, Jordan and Palestine in developing public speaking and leadership skills. With the District's tagline 'Learn and Enjoy' the district offers a supportive and fun environment for personal and professional growth through the globally recognized Pathways educational program. With a strong focus on integrity, respect, service, and excellence, District 105 empowers individuals to become confident communicators and effective leaders in their communities.
The National
31-05-2025
- General
- The National
'More countries expected to recognise Palestine at New York conference, says foreign minister'
More countries are expected to recognise a Palestinian state at an upcoming UN conference in New York, Palestinian Minister of State for Foreign Affairs said
Business Wire
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
Samsara Launches Recognition for Drivers to Help Fleets Build Safer, More Engaged Driver Cultures
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Samsara Inc. ("Samsara") (NYSE: IOT), the pioneer of the Connected Operations ® Platform, today announced the global launch of Recognition, a new feature designed to help fleets celebrate safe driving behaviour and strengthen driver engagement, without adding administrative overheads. With driver turnover remaining one of the industry's toughest challenges, the UK needs to recruit 200,000 [1] new lorry drivers over the next five years to prevent supply chain disruptions, fleets are urgently seeking new ways to improve retention. In addition to investing in tools to help fleets manage risks, Samsara is doubling down on a driver-first approach by empowering managers to recognise and reward high performance in real time. Research shows that well-recognised employees are 45% less likely to leave their jobs [2] and companies with high engagement see 48% fewer safety incidents [3]. Recognition builds on this insight by giving safety leaders a simple, scalable way to reinforce the behaviours that matter, helping fleets improve morale, build trust and keep drivers and communities safe. 'Recognition represents a shift in how fleets can foster a culture of safety,' said Johan Land, SVP of Product and Engineering at Samsara. 'Rather than focusing solely on correcting risky behaviour, we're giving safety leaders tools to celebrate drivers for what's going well – boosting morale, building trust and reinforcing the habits that keep drivers and communities safe.' Technology That Celebrates Drivers, Backed by Real-Time Data Recognition uses real-time driver data and AI-driven performance insights to help managers identify key moments worth celebrating, such as safe driving streaks, major improvements or consistent compliance with driving adherence (tachograph compliance, no violations) regulations. These insights make it easy for managers to deliver timely, meaningful recognition through the Samsara Driver App. Key capabilities include: Streaks and Milestones – Surfaces patterns in safe speed, focused driving, driving adherence (tachograph compliance, no violations) and fuel-efficient behaviour so that managers can act quickly. Personalised Kudos – Coaches can add customised messages, turning data into meaningful, motivating moments. Shared Visibility – Drivers and managers can track performance milestones via intuitive dashboards and mobile views. Proven Results Across the Industry Fleets using Samsara have already seen significant improvements in terms of both safety and retention. Samsara has helped: DHL reduce accident costs and driver turnover by 50% Home Depot lower claims by 65% Lanes Group decrease mobile phone usage by 92% in seven months For safety leaders, the true value of Recognition comes to life in the day-to-day impact on their teams. At Lanes Group, Fleet Systems Team Leader Amber Kirkby describes how Recognition has transformed not just their data but also their entire safety culture: "By focusing on positive reinforcement through Samsara, we've seen a significant boost in driver morale. Rewarding safe behaviours motivates our team and fosters a stronger safety culture where good practices are celebrated." By turning recognition into a daily habit, Samsara is helping organisations build workplaces where drivers feel seen, supported and motivated to perform at their best. Recognition that Scales with You Unlike standalone recognition systems, Recognition is fully integrated within the Samsara ecosystem, meaning no extra software, no add-ons and no extra effort. It's recognition that works at scale, designed for safety teams who want to boost performance without adding complexity to your team's workflow. See the full picture of fleet safety with Samsara and how Recognition can help you build a stronger driver culture here. About Samsara Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations ® Platform, which enables organisations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. With tens of thousands of customers across North America and Europe, Samsara is a proud technology partner to the people who keep our global economy running, including the world's leading organisations across construction, transportation and warehousing, field services, manufacturing, retail, logistics and the public sector. The company's mission is to increase the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the operations that power the global economy. Samsara is a registered trademark of Samsara Inc. All other brand names, product names or trademarks belong to their respective holders.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Samsara Launches Recognition for Drivers to Help Fleets Build Safer, More Engaged Driver Cultures
LONDON, May 13, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Samsara Inc. ("Samsara") (NYSE: IOT), the pioneer of the Connected Operations® Platform, today announced the global launch of Recognition, a new feature designed to help fleets celebrate safe driving behaviour and strengthen driver engagement, without adding administrative overheads. With driver turnover remaining one of the industry's toughest challenges, the UK needs to recruit 200,000[1] new lorry drivers over the next five years to prevent supply chain disruptions, fleets are urgently seeking new ways to improve retention. In addition to investing in tools to help fleets manage risks, Samsara is doubling down on a driver-first approach by empowering managers to recognise and reward high performance in real time. Research shows that well-recognised employees are 45% less likely to leave their jobs[2] and companies with high engagement see 48% fewer safety incidents[3]. Recognition builds on this insight by giving safety leaders a simple, scalable way to reinforce the behaviours that matter, helping fleets improve morale, build trust and keep drivers and communities safe. "Recognition represents a shift in how fleets can foster a culture of safety," said Johan Land, SVP of Product and Engineering at Samsara. "Rather than focusing solely on correcting risky behaviour, we're giving safety leaders tools to celebrate drivers for what's going well – boosting morale, building trust and reinforcing the habits that keep drivers and communities safe." Technology That Celebrates Drivers, Backed by Real-Time Data Recognition uses real-time driver data and AI-driven performance insights to help managers identify key moments worth celebrating, such as safe driving streaks, major improvements or consistent compliance with driving adherence (tachograph compliance, no violations) regulations. These insights make it easy for managers to deliver timely, meaningful recognition through the Samsara Driver App. Key capabilities include: Streaks and Milestones – Surfaces patterns in safe speed, focused driving, driving adherence (tachograph compliance, no violations) and fuel-efficient behaviour so that managers can act quickly. Personalised Kudos – Coaches can add customised messages, turning data into meaningful, motivating moments. Shared Visibility – Drivers and managers can track performance milestones via intuitive dashboards and mobile views. Proven Results Across the Industry Fleets using Samsara have already seen significant improvements in terms of both safety and retention. Samsara has helped: DHL reduce accident costs and driver turnover by 50% Home Depot lower claims by 65% Lanes Group decrease mobile phone usage by 92% in seven months For safety leaders, the true value of Recognition comes to life in the day-to-day impact on their teams. At Lanes Group, Fleet Systems Team Leader Amber Kirkby describes how Recognition has transformed not just their data but also their entire safety culture: "By focusing on positive reinforcement through Samsara, we've seen a significant boost in driver morale. Rewarding safe behaviours motivates our team and fosters a stronger safety culture where good practices are celebrated." By turning recognition into a daily habit, Samsara is helping organisations build workplaces where drivers feel seen, supported and motivated to perform at their best. Recognition that Scales with You Unlike standalone recognition systems, Recognition is fully integrated within the Samsara ecosystem, meaning no extra software, no add-ons and no extra effort. It's recognition that works at scale, designed for safety teams who want to boost performance without adding complexity to your team's workflow. See the full picture of fleet safety with Samsara and how Recognition can help you build a stronger driver culture here. About Samsara Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations® Platform, which enables organisations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. With tens of thousands of customers across North America and Europe, Samsara is a proud technology partner to the people who keep our global economy running, including the world's leading organisations across construction, transportation and warehousing, field services, manufacturing, retail, logistics and the public sector. The company's mission is to increase the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the operations that power the global economy. Samsara is a registered trademark of Samsara Inc. All other brand names, product names or trademarks belong to their respective holders. [1] [2] [3] View source version on Contacts Samuel media@ Wildfire PRSamsara@
National Post
06-05-2025
- Business
- National Post
New Jersey Custodian Sweeps the 2025 Cintas Custodian of the Year Contest
Article content Article content CINCINNATI — Congratulations to the 12 th annual Cintas Custodian of the Year contest winner, Dan Davis from Deerfield Elementary School in Short Hills, New Jersey. After thousands of votes were submitted, Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) has crowned Dan Davis as the 2025 grand prize winner. Dan was honored today with a surprise ceremony by students, teachers, staff and his family and was presented with a $10,000 check from Cintas. Article content 'Too often, the hard work of custodians goes unnoticed, yet they're the unsung heroes of our facilities, keeping them clean and safe,' said Emily Ramos, Director of Marketing at Cintas. 'Dan is a valued member of his community and a role model for students. It was an honor to help celebrate his well-deserved recognition.' Article content Dan exemplifies what it means to go above and beyond as a school custodian. He arrives each day with a smile and positive attitude, creating a welcoming atmosphere throughout the school. His commitment is evident in how he keeps the school clean and organized, and how quickly and willingly he responds to unexpected challenges. The entire community values his reliability, attention to detail, and uplifting presence. When a staff member broke their foot, Dan didn't hesitate to lend a hand, going out of his way to help them in and out of their car. He's also a familiar and friendly face during drop-off and pick-up, always offering students a bright smile, an enthusiastic hello or a fist bump that starts their day on the right note. Article content 'Custodians play a vital role in maintaining a safe, healthy school environment where children can learn and thrive,' said John Barrett, Executive Director of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association. 'For over 100 years, ISSA has been committed to advancing the cleaning industry. The training opportunities we're providing to this year's finalists will help them build on their skills and open the door to future leadership roles.' Article content In addition to the $10,000 cash prize, Dan will receive $5,000 in Cintas and Rubbermaid Commercial Products and services for his school. His school also receives a comprehensive facility assessment, valued at $20,000, in partnership with the ISSA Global Consulting Network. Cintas will also award the winning school a pizza party for all staff and students. Dan, along with the two other top three finalists, will receive an all-expense-paid trip for two to the ISSA Show North America in Las Vegas in November, where they'll be celebrated for their accomplishments. Article content 'Dan Davis is extremely deserving of this title, and we are honored to be a part of recognizing his hard work,' added Robert Posthauer, SVP & GM, Rubbermaid Commercial Products. Article content Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers' facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday ®. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor's 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index. Article content About ISSA: Article content With more than 10,500 members – including distributors, manufacturers, manufacturer representatives, wholesalers, building service contractors, in-house service providers, residential cleaners, and associated service members – ISSA is the world's leading trade association for the cleaning industry. The association is committed to changing the way the world views cleaning by providing its members with the business tools they need to promote cleaning as an investment in human health, the environment, and an improved bottom line. Headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., USA, the association has regional offices in Milan, Italy; Toronto, Canada; Sydney, Australia; Seoul, South Korea; and Shanghai, China. For more information about ISSA, visit or call 800-225-4772 (North America) or 847-982-0800. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content
