Executive Board
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Alberto B. - President | Club Mentor
Alberto is a bilingual and bicultural leader with over two decades of experience at the intersection of purpose, culture, and people. At his last corporate position, he championed inclusive leadership, designed mentorship programs, and drove enterprise strategies that fostered belonging and elevated underrepresented talent. As a longtime advocate for equity and connection, he has served on local and national nonprofit boards including the San Diego LGBT Community Center and Equality California. A proud Mexican immigrant and member of the LGBTQ+ community, Alberto brings both lived experience and professional expertise to every space he enters. His leadership is grounded in one guiding belief: “No se trata de llegar solo, sino de abrir puertas para que lleguemos todes.” (It’s not about getting there alone—it’s about opening doors so we all can arrive.) Now, as he transitions into a new chapter, Alberto is pursuing a Leadership Coaching Certification at the University of San Diego. He remains committed to mentoring, speaking, and creating inclusive cultures where everyone feels seen, valued, and empowered to grow. |
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Andy Burke - Secretary
Andy moved to San Diego in 2018 for an extended sabbatical. He has 20+ years of wide-ranging experience in corporate accounting and finance. Prior to moving to San Diego, he resided in the Midwest, primarily Ohio. He is a single parent with four grown children. |
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Kristin S. - Vice President of Public Relations | Club Mentor
Kristin is a San Diego native who loves the ocean and good tacos and believes that pretty much anything tastes better with avocado on it. She has lived in 6 countries and has traveled to many more. In 2014 Kristin paddled through the Panama Canal from the Atlantic to the Pacific in the "Ocean to Ocean Race" on a native Panamanian boat called a cayuco. She lives with a sweet 11 year old cat and some ornery cacti. |
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Alicia L. - Vice President of Education | Area 17 Director | Club Mentor
Alicia is a San Diego Native. She is a Career Advisor for students in the medical field. During her presentations and workshops, she would catch her audience falling asleep or just bored; so she joined Toastmasters. She knew she needed to make a change. The Career Builders club has helped her increase her confidence and has given her the opportunity to learn leadership skills. When Alicia is not at work or in a Toastmasters meeting, she is usually spending time with her family and friends. She likes to hike, practice her Spanish, read self help books, dream about future travels and dance in her car. |
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Alex M. - Vice President of Membership
Alex joined Toastmasters in August 2024 with the goal of becoming a more confident and effective public speaker. She loves meeting new people, and enjoys challenging herself with new experiences. She loves the outdoors and you may see her exploring local parks or trails with her rescue pup or swimming, biking, or running around various parts of San Diego. |
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Sasha G. - Treasurer
Sasha has lived in San Diego for the last 10 years. In November 2025, she finally mustered up the courage to join Toastmasters and grow her confidence in public speaking. She is a professional career changer and has worked as a Customer Support Agent, Quality Assurance Analyst, and now a Software Engineer. Outside of work, you can find her reading, running, knitting, snorkeling, spending time with her husband, friends & rescue dog, or training for her next big adventure! Last year she summited Mount Kilimanjaro and is currently training to traverse Tour du Mont Blanc. |
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