Division H

Serving Bakersfield, Lost Hills, Delano, Lake Isabella, Arvin, Grapevine, Frazier Park

Events in Division H

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Jim Kearney, DTM

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

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

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

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.