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Betty Ortiz-Valdes, DTM
Division E Director
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Geo Gordon
Area 50 Director

I chose to serve because I believe people developing their voice is one of the most powerful thing they can do; for their career, their community, and their confidence. This year, I chose to step into the Area Director role because I want to be closer to where that transformation happens. I wanted increase his many I can impact. My vision for my Area is where every club feels supported, every member feels seen, and every meeting moves someone closer to who they’re becoming. An active supportive unit of Toastmasters International

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Carlos Alvarez
Area 51 Director

Toastmasters gave me a room where my voice could grow before I trusted it anywhere else. Twelve years and 1,600+ community events later, I keep seeing the same truth: people don’t lack ability — they lack a stage, and someone who believes they belong on it. That’s why I’m serving. My goal as Area Director is simple: support my clubs so that feel less like meetings and more like a home base, where members keep showing up because they’re getting better and they know it.

Nicole Francescon
Area 52 Director

Few things can transform a person’s confidence, magnetism, and presence like Toastmasters, but that dramatic growth all starts at the club level. The club itself must be so structurally and culturally sound that a member’s only job is to grow! As someone who has lived the full arc from nervous newcomer to Area Director, I’m thrilled to channel my experience and energy into helping clubs thrive.

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Ramon Galiana
Area 53 Director

I want to help our local Toastmasters community continue transforming lives. For 100 years, Toastmasters has empowered people to discover their potential and voice. But this is only possible because we have leaders, at every level, who invest their time and energy to deliver a quality experience for members. My vision for Area 53 is one where clubs flourish, membership grows, and every member feels supported, inspired, and challenged to achieve more. Through our shared commitment to quality and passion for our mission, Area 53 will be a vibrant community where members succeed and enjoy an excellent Toastmasters experience.

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Alvaro Rodriguez Alvarez
Area 54 Director

I chose to serve as Area Director because I want to give back and serve the Toastmasters community. I want to develop my leadership skills and inspire others to thrive.