Division H
Serving Bakersfield, Lost Hills, Delano, Lake Isabella, Arvin, Grapevine, Frazier Park
Our Latests Posts:
One Decision Changed My Life – Nico Martin
Dear Fellow Toastmasters, Before I joined Toastmasters in March 2019, I felt like my voice didn’t matter.I had dreams. Ideas. A desire to grow. But something always held me back.I was quiet in rooms where I should’ve spoken up.I watched opportunities pass me by—not...
Why Did You Join Toastmasters
Membership Renewals Why did you join Toastmasters? Did you achieve those goals yet? It is that time of year again. We renew our membership twice a year (Sept and March). The note from our District Director (above) reminds us that we should be renewing and the...
Current Events Toastmasters Seeks More Members
Current Events Toastmasters Club 28677758 A new club is n the formation stage and on the hunt for 20 members to charter. Current Events Toastmasters is in Division A. The club is designed to discuss current events that affect us, There are usually two speakers,...
A Word From Our District Director
A word from our District Director Dear Fellow Toastmasters, I hope you’re doing well! We are excited to remind you about the early renewal incentive for Toastmasters membership. By renewing early, you secure uninterrupted access to valuable...
To Our VPE’s From Our District Director
Dear VP Education, As the March 31, 2025 renewal deadline approaches, please take a moment to encourage your club members to renew their Toastmasters membership. Their continued participation is key to their personal growth and the success of your club’s...
District Renewal Status Thus Far
It is renewal time. If you have not renewed - do not let yourself lose out on all the benefits of your Toastmaster membership. You can scroll down toward the bottom and see how Division H renewals are progressing. If you have not yet renewed, renew now and help your...
Division H – Speech Contest Winners
Congratulations to our Speech Contest Winners. Woo Hoo Pedro Estrada - first place - representing Golden Empire Overachievers in the Division Table Topics Contest Lauren Saso - second place - representing Boathouse Fresh Foods looks on Amazing job Looking forward to...
January Congratulations
It is January, the start of a new year. The heroics in Toastmasters crosses a threshold this month. It takes at least eight members to make a club receive PAID status and be eligible to participate in Toastmasters activities. Division H has several clubs with the...
Two Minute Report – 20250118
Division H Two Minute Report Membership According to the Dashboards today Division H has 8 out of 17 clubs with less than eight members – three of these clubs are listed at seven and only needing one new member to get them where they need to be as a paid club All of...
Div H Speech Contests
Speech Contests are coming up soon. Are you ready for the fun? This year our contests will be held in-person ONLY. Debbie Allmon will be running the Area and Divisions contests this year because I am not local to Bakersfield at this time. Some important meeting dates...

Jim Kearney, DTM
Division H Director
Jim Kearney has been a Toastmaster since 2016, and has served in most club officer roles and many district leader roles. Jim specializes in guiding members toward earing their DTM. His montra is “You are not in this alone”

Juanda Ford
Area H1 Director
I earned my Masters degree from California State Unviersity Northridge. Empowering me to assist individuals and families to adapt to change using positivity,

Brittney Brim
Area H2 Director
I’ve been in Toastmasters for almost 11 years in November. I have been serving as an area Director for three terms, so this is my third term. My job as an Area H2 Director is to visit the clubs in my area, and communication with club officers in every clubs in my area about the upcoming events, renewals, and etc. if you have any questions, feel free to contact me at (661) 304-6577.

Mary Reyes
Area H3 Director
As an Area Director for Toastmasters, I was “volun-told” to join over seven years ago, but today, I choose to keep coming back. My journey in Toastmasters has seen me hold several positions in my club, and I am currently working toward achieving my Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) award. My passion lies in communication, organization, and training, as well as helping people become the best versions of themselves. I take pride in equipping others with professional poise and leadership skills through the transformative power of Toastmasters.
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