The Sergeant-At-Arms

The role of the Sergeant-of-Arms is extremely important. Along with the Toastmaster, he or she is responsible for setting the pace and tone of the meeting.

The Sergeant-at-Arms has three primary functions,
(1) Set up the meeting room
(2) Introduce the President (or Presiding Officer if president is not available)
(3) Re-open the meeting after the break.

Before the meeting starts:

- Arrive at the meeting early meeting to ensure enough time to set up the room properly.
- Set up meeting tables, make sure there are adequate chairs for participants and guests.
- Place the following items at participant seats around the meeting tables:
. Water containers
. Water Glasses
. Evaluation sheets
. Voting Containers
- Ensure that the lectern and gavel are placed at the front of the room
- Place the blue and gold Toastmasters banner in full view of club members and guests
- Position the Welcome to Toastmasters sign in the window or entrance
- Set up the guest table with brochures, magazines and membership information available,
guest name tags, guest registration book and pens.

During the meeting:
- After the break is over, go back to the podium and call the meeting to order. Re-introduce
the Toastmaster. Lead applause and shake hands with the TME as you leave the podium.

After the meeting:
- Make sure the room is cleaned up and ensure all items are returned to their storage
locations.