 | Jessica Nickerson President |
With over a decade of experience in marketing and communications, including director-level roles in the sports and fitness industry, I am now pursuing a Ph.D. to explore the impact of women in sports media on fan engagement and society. A proud Penn State alum, my goal is to become a professor and leading expert in sports communications and business. Public speaking has been a cornerstone of my career, and I enjoy helping others refine their communication skills at Toastmasters. Outside of work, I’m a lifelong sports fan, runner, snowboarder, and mom of two.
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 | Rita Connor Vice President Education |
Author/Speaker/Coach/Workshop Leader. Passionate about sharing tools to Reset, Reinvent and Supercharge the Second Half of Life. It's exciting to expand and grow in communication and leadership skills. Come join us!
Rita is the current Vice President, Education of Beach Cities Toastmasters in 2021/22. She ran a successful company, Elite Resorts & Spas for 35 years. In 2019, Rita published her book, Your Wow Years - Supercharge the Second Half of Life which became an Amazon Best Seller.
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 | Yohanna Hillshafer Vice President Public Relations |
Yohanna Hillshafer is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst specializing in Organizational Behavior Management (OBM) and workplace behavior consulting. Having practiced across multiple states due to her family's military commitments, she has gained diverse perspectives into organizational dynamics across varying workplace cultures. As a workplace behavior consultant, Yohanna focuses on transforming organizational cultures through evidence-based practices, dedicating her expertise to creating healthy work environments and strengthening leadership capabilities to create sustainable results.
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 | Ernesto Solis Secretary |
Over the past 15 years, Ernesto has been involved in various entrepreneurial projects: opening and closing a Quizno's restaurant franchise, managing and touring with a Latin Pop Rock group, and, more recently, being a licensed Broker for residential real estate and mortgages. As a Broker, he manages the daily operations of Ernest&Cooper Realty, including supervising agents, developing marketing strategies, and overseeing finances. He has been able to implement many of the skills he has learned working for two Fortune 500 companies and a privately held one.
BS Financial Management, CSULB
MBA, Loyola Marymount University
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 | Mark Barron Treasurer |
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 | Antoinette Frankum Member |
California native. Passion for learning, reading, traveling, yoga... and so much more!
Married with pets. Professionally, I have been in the Clinical Research industry for 20+ yrs. Grateful to have found a local Toastmasters Club that allows me to learn and practice my communication & leadership skills in a warm & welcoming environment.
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 | Brenda Cruz Member |
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 | Jason Lowery Member |
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 | Kathy Rebentisch Member |
Owner and lead practitioner of Resounding Wellness.
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 | MECHELL GRAHAM Member |
After working remotely for five years, I need to refine my public speaking skills.
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 | Niki Payne Member |
Certified clinical hypnotherapists who works with high achievers who want to overcome personal insecurities and boost their confidence so they can achieve their career, health or relationship goals.
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 | Rhiannon Franz Member |
I help ex-corporate professionals package their experience into a high-value personal brand—one that opens doors, attracts premium opportunities, and makes you unforgettable to the right people.
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 | Sebastian Gomez Member |
As a tech-focused project manager dedicated to professional growth, I joined Toastmasters to master effective communication. This vibrant community enhances my public speaking skills, empowering me to engage diverse audiences and excel in my role.
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 | Shelby Nix Member |
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 | Sherryl Ray Member |
I am the Director of Employee Enrichment at EP Wealth Advisors, a financial planning and investment management firm. Our expansion into a nationwide firm drives me to expand my own skills as a leader. My background in theatre gives me comfort in stage but I need to polish my skills as a speaker. My partner, Dave, is a South Bay native, and we raised our son Tony, (21) to surf, make music, and be green conscious. My perfect day includes yoga at home, a walk on the strand, and cooking food for
friends.
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