Executive Board
Landon A. - President | Club Mentor
Landon joined Toastmasters in July 2018 to not only expand his leadership and public speaking skills but also to foster his confidence in being heard and understood after a decade of personal development and growth, post-sexual trauma. As a three-time competitor in the International Speech contest, holding all club officer roles, Area Director, Southern Division Director, Club Sponsor, Club Mentor, Club Coach, a Distinguished Toastmasters, as well as being the District’s Pathways guru, Landon is a testament to the phrase "you get out of it what you put into it." Landon is a multipotentialite of many backgrounds; a Marine veteran, personal fitness trainer, CEO of SchizoPhrenia Care Project, keynote speaker, and 7-time author, Landon brings all his knowledge and experience to Career Builders, and Toastmasters as a whole. His favorite part of Toastmasters, outside of the phenomenal connections and networking, is the ability to practice, foster, and hone his communication and leadership skills in a safe and supportive environment. . |
Rouge Y. - Sargent At Arms
Rouge is a global citizen with a passion for growth and connection, she joined Toastmasters in January 2024 to further develop her leadership and public speaking skills. With a background in media and tech, she is currently exploring new career opportunities and has found valuable support and guidance in the Career Builder's Club. A lifelong learner, Rouge appreciates the instant feedback from her peers and mentors, which has been instrumental in her ongoing journey of self-improvement. Rouge has lived in three countries and traveled to over 30, fostering a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and perspectives. She is fluent in Arabic and English, with a working knowledge of French. She moved to San Diego a year ago and aspires to make it here forever home, leveraging her skills and experience to make a meaningful impact in the community. |
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 very ornery 16 year old cat and some equally ornery cacti. |
Alberto B. - Vice President of Education | Club Mentor
Alberto serves as Sempra’s Director of Diversity and Inclusion. His journey with Sempra began two decades ago, during which he held various roles within the accounting and audit services departments. Alberto also managed the cross-company employee rotation program and summer internship programs. Early in his career (around 2010), he actively volunteered for diversity, equity, and inclusion projects, including the Local Diversity and Inclusion Council (LDIC). Additionally, he played an integral role in the enterprise-wide mentoring program and the Employee Diversity and Inclusion Council. Beyond Sempra, Alberto contributes to several external boards, such as the San Diego LGBT Community Center and Equality California. As a Mexican immigrant and a member of the LGBTQ+ community, he brings diverse and valuable perspectives to our work environment. Alberto’s primary focus is to advance inclusivity, foster a strong sense of belonging, and lead with empathy and compassion. |
Alicia L. - Secretary
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. |
Andres A. - Vice President of Membership
Andres is an architect and interior designer with experience in different branches of architectural projects, and a broad knowledge of artistic and cultural topics. He currently works in the field of architecture and as a server at an Italian restaurant. Originally from Peru, Andres moved to San Diego at the end of 2021 with the aim of expanding his horizons and perspectives, in both personal and professional areas. As an immigrant, he is aware that he has the opportunity and the desire to achieve his goals. Andres joined Toastmasters with the purpose of improving his communication and leadership skills in a new language. A member of Carrier Builders since October 2023, Andres feels that he found not only a place of learning and development, but a tolerant multicultural community, of which he is proud to be a part. |
Featured Members
Megan K. - Club Mentor
Megan K Came to Toastmasters to overcome her intense fear of public speaking, find ways to share about Mental Health and to finally find out what Toastmasters was all about. Happy to announce;she did all that and more. She served as an Area Director in 2020 and competed in the Area Speech Contest in the Evaluation Portion. In 2021 she discovered a true gift for caring for cats and dogs and travels doing so. The Monday meetings and community she has connected with at our Career Builders club has been one of a consistent safe place to arrive at. It’s been a sources of encouragement to keep sharing her voice, practice speaking and participate in meetings. She believes that, even if our voices shake they can move mountains. We all have stories inside of us, and she knows that we all deserve the opportunity to share them. |
Anne Shaw-Hanson - Immediate Past President | Club Mentor
Anne joined CareerBuilder’s Toastmaster club over 8 years ago. She feels strongly that the Toastmaster’s program has contributed directly to her rising success as a Professional Sales Representative, as well as impacting her personal life. “There is something so empowering once you have the confidence of your voice to speak up and speak out.” Having been involved over the years on the club’s board, she has taken on the roles of Club President, Secretary, Sgt. at Arms and VP of Mentorship. These roles have offered her a safe environment to stretch and test herself as a leader and communicator. Her favorite part of Toastmasters – “ all of it”! Connect with Anne on LinkedIn. |
Craig S. - Club Member
Craig joined Toastmasters in June 2022 in an effort to expand and deepen his skills as a leader, speaker and evaluator at St. Paul’s Senior Services. His boss and mentor at St. Paul’s, Todd Kaprielian, is a longtime Toastmaster with the Smooth Talkers Club, presently serving as their VP of Public Relations and having been past President and Area Director. He encouraged and supported Craig’s participation, knowing the value it would bring to both Craig’s professional and personal life. It didn’t hurt that the CareerBuilders Club meets at St. Paul’s Conference Center, across the street from Craig’s office. Craig is excited about his new position as VP of Membership and has already recruited a few friends and some co-workers at St. Paul’s. Craig and Todd promote Toastmasters every month at St. Paul’s New Hire Orientation. Craig’s favorite role at Toastmasters is being the Topics Master, adding his own sense of fun and games to the proceedings, leaving members with a smile on their face and something sweet in their hand! Connect with Craig on LinkedIn |
Wayne M. - Club Mentor
Since joining Toastmasters in 2019, Wayne has transformed into a dynamic speaker dedicated to refining his craft. Wayne's journey has been particularly focused on conquering the common stumbling blocks of speech - the "ums," "ahs," and "you knows." Through his commitment to improvement, Wayne exemplifies the transformative power of Toastmasters, turning potential hesitations into confident and articulate expressions. As a seasoned real estate professional, Wayne goes beyond transactions to help people find not just a house, but their Place In The World. Wayne is also known as "The Real Estate Tailor" with a commitment to delivering a tailored and predictable client experience, Wayne ensures that every step of the real estate journey is not just smooth, but uniquely tailored to each individual's aspirations and needs. Wayne hails from Boston, Massachusetts, and he enjoys International travel, fitness, and a glass of good red wine. Connect with Wayne on LinkedIn |
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