The mission of a Toastmasters club is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every individual member has the opportunity to develop oral communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth.

At CU Toastmasters you will find a vibrant and welcoming club that has a lot of fun together as we grow as speakers and leaders together. Our members come from several countries and many different backgrounds and skill levels. 

 

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CU Toastmasters Officers

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Nicolas Barake

President
Nicolas has been involved in CU Toastmasters since 2019, and the organization has helped him develop his speaking skills. Having lived in five US states throughout his childhood and studying for a year at The American School of Lima, in Peru, his global experiences have molded him into a resilient and adaptable business professional. His relocations throughout his schooling in the Americas exposed him to unfamiliar backgrounds and cultures.
Emily Brake standing in the snow

Emily Brake

Vice President of Education
When I first visited Toastmasters, I was tongue-tied and giggly nervous speaking in front of a group. As a member, my speaking skills have improved greatly. Toastmasters has helped me develop the confidence and communication skills I needed to launch my own small business and give effective presentations. As social entrepreneur, I use the skills I learn and practice at Toastmasters every single day. See You Speak Toastmasters is a...
seeyouspeak@colorado.edu