Roche World Cup 2020

World Cup Champion: Fabiola Bene Tchaleu, Roche MVPs Club, Roche Mississauga

Fabiola joined Roche Mississauga Biostatistics group in May 2018 and Roche MVP Toastmaster club the same year.

Runner up: David Elisea, Best In the Business Club, Roche Diagnostics Indianapolis site

3rd place: Henry Kruk, Genentech Toastmasters

Henry joined Genentech Toastmasters in 2015 which was also the same year that he joined Genentech. Henry is a Site Manager in External Development Collaborations (PTDMX) and he is very grateful for having the opportunity of being a part of something much bigger than himself. Henry hobbies include creative writing, acrylic painting and reading philosophy.

One of Henry's favorite philosophical quotes is from Walt Whitman:

"That you are here—that life exists and identity,

That the powerful play goes on, and you may contribute a verse."

Chang Chin Wei, Roche SS Toastmasters Club, Roche Services & Solutions APAC (Malaysia)

Chang Chin has been with Toastmasters about 2 years and 6 months. Journey with Toastmasters is meaningful and life-changing for her. She dared not to speak in front of people previously. After joining Toastmasters, she has overcome the fear of speaking in public. She has even stepped out of my comfort zone to join contests like Toastmasters Humorous Speech Contest and Roche Speech World Cup. The journey with Toastmasters is really amazing because it constantly boosts up her confidence and courage level. If she were given a chance to join Toastmasters in my next life, "I will definitely join Toastmasters again!".

Burton Holmes, Roche Desert Toastmasters, Roche Tissue Diagnostics

Burton grew up in Northern California where he learned the value of hard work and setting goals. He has lived in Utah, Brazil, North Carolina and now in Arizona for the past 16 years. Each place holds a special place in his heart and memory, but for now he loves the stark beauty of the desert and plans to stay for a long time. He has been with Roche for 12 years and a Toastmaster for eight. While he still fears public speaking more than almost anything, he does find enjoyment in pushing himself into the uncomfortable zone of speaking in front of an audience. Life is about continuous improvement and growth. When not speaking or preparing for a speech, Burton enjoys spending time with his family outdoors, helping others through service, cycling, cooking and reading.