Objective: Begin the meeting on time; set a business-like tone.
Before the meeting: Obtain an introduction for the Chair (see Member Bios in the Resources section).
During the meeting: At the lectern, hit the gavel and call the meeting to order promptly at 7:05.
State your name and position, then introduce the speaker and lead the applause.
When the Chair arrives at the lectern, present the gavel as the symbol of control of the meeting.
Time: 1 min.
Suggested Script:
I call this meeting of Riverside Toastmasters to order. [bang gavel]
My name is ____________ and I am the Sergeant at Arms for this evening.
It is my pleasure to introduce our Chair for this meeting _____________. [Read prepared introduction of Chair]