Theo Black, DTM, PID
Nominated Candidate
Toastmasters International
2nd Vice President
2012 Orlando, FL
A Community of Leaders,
A World of Service
Past International Director (2009-2011), Past District 6 Governor (2005-2006), Theo Black is an active member of several Toastmasters clubs. He joined Toastmasters in 1999.
Theo is a 1998 graduate of the Carlson Executive MBA program at the University of Minnesota. He is a Six Sigma Master Black Belt and IT Project Manager. Theo is employed by OptumHealth, a part of Optum – a leading health services business.
Theo has a variety of interests which keep him busy when not attending Toastmasters meetings. He plays keyboards in a classic rock band, is an avid duplicate bridge player, and enjoys flying disc sports. Theo is a past Director of the Minnesota Frisbee Association. Theo has traveled to 48 of the 50 United States, 5 of the Canadian provinces, and has spent time in Europe, Canada, and Mexico, and the Middle East.
Toastmasters Clubs
Theo is a member of the following Toastmasters Clubs.
Leadership Specialty |
#0691684 |
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Parliamentary Specialty |
#0001554 |
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Company Club - Optum |
#1459079 |
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Company Club - Optum *Charter 2011 |
#1739479
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Education
| Masters Business Administration, Carlson Executive MBA, University of Minnesota |
| BA Chemistry, Minnesota State University, Mankato |
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Strengths (Clifton StrengthsFinder 2.0)
People strong in the Communication theme generally find it easy to put their thoughts into words. They are good conversationalists and presenters. |
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People strong in the Woo theme love the challenge of meeting new people and winning them over. They derive satisfaction from breaking the ice and making a connection with another person. |
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People strong in the Arranger theme can organize, but they also have a flexibility that complements this ability. They like to figure out how all of the pieces and resources can be arranged for maximum productivity. |
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People strong in the Futuristic theme are inspired by the future and what could be. They inspire others with their visions of the future. |
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People strong in the Learner theme have a great desire to learn and want to continuously improve. In particular, the process of learning, rather than the outcome, excites them. |
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