ABOUT US
Twenty-Five Alive Toastmasters Club was formed on June 28, 1995. The name Twenty-Five Alive (or 25 Alive) came from the address of the meeting location; 25 Van Ness Avenue.
Our club is here for people like you who are interested in overcoming a fear of public speaking, improving communication skills, learning leadership skills and doing it in a supportive environment. We welcome everyone.
We just celebrated our 28th birthday!
Happy Birthday to us.
President: Matthew Lim, DTM
I like being a Toastmaster because it helped me to become more confident talking to strangers and helped me get my current job! I was pretty shy in the past and had trouble responding to impromptu questions. Through Toastmasters, I learned to speak better on the cuff, the importance of humor, and I was able to make new friends!
Vice President of Education: Nora Priego, MS1
"I always look forward to our meetings because every week there is always something different. I'm either the speaker or have a different role to fill. I learn something every week!"
Vice President of Membership: Nancy Ramirez
Nancy Ramirez has been a member of 25 Alive since 2021. Nancy has a B.A. in Psychology and has taken entrepreneurship workshops and classes since 2020. Previous experience includes coordinating a program for families & children, being an Assistant to two local District Managers for Avon and most recently was an Assistant Teacher for a private preschool. Current hobbies (after taking some fun classes): charcoal drawing, watercolor painting, and playing guitar.
Vice President of Public Relations: Dena Murr
"Im new to my public speaking journey and am thankful there is a place such as toastmasters to practice this skill. The weekly meetings mean you get to practice often and the whole group is supportive and really wants you to succeed."
Treasurer: Linda Lau, ACG, MS1
"I'm a longtime member of 25 Alive Toastmasters. Even as a retiree, I continue to learn and practice how to be a better communicator and leader. These skills served me well in my professional life and continue to do so . Why continue in Toastmasters? Because doing new speech projects/presentations, etc, is one of the best brain fitness exercises to reduce risk of Alzheimer's. Plus, I love the diverse and supportive members, who make the weekly meetings educational and fun!"
Secretary: Barry Pearl, CC, CL
"I have been a member of the 25 Alive Toastmasters Club for 17 years. I continue to be inspired by the growth and success achieved by current and former members of this Club, including a number who have achieved Distinguished Toastmaster status. I have developed friendships with many people who call 25 Alive Toastmasters their public speaking and leadership skills learning environment "home". Many people who join Toastmasters see it as a program to grow their skills and move on with their lives after a brief membership. While I initially joined Toastmasters to improve my public speaking for my career, as a retiree involved in a number of volunteer activities, I continue to benefit from the time-tested program offered by Toastmasters. Therefore, I consider myself one of those people who see the opportunities offered by the Toastmasters program as a lifetime avocation. I credit 25 Alive Toastmasters with helping me grow as a speaker and a service leader. The joy, fun and learning opportunity provided by 25 Alive Toastmasters will keep me coming back for more."
Seargent At Arms: Sharay Satchell
“Hi~My Name is Sharay from Arizona. My hobbies include bike riding, shopping, and reading. My favorite color is pink and mbti is INTJ. Thanks!”