Join Toastmasters for an open house with guest speaker Gary McKinsey
November 18, 2025 •
The Lakeside Speakeasy Toastmasters Club invites all UCOP colleagues to an open house on Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 12:05 – 12:55 p.m. (PT). The event will be held via Zoom and in person at the Oakland Broadway building (Room 10001, 10th floor). Attendees can enjoy interactive games, and lunch will be provided for in-person guests. Staff are also welcome, but not required, to bring a dish to share.
The open house will feature guest speaker Gary McKinsey, business profit strategist and chair of the District 57 Toastmasters Speakers Bureau. McKinsey specializes in helping organizations accelerate business growth and profitability.
During the event, guests will have the opportunity to practice public speaking and leadership skills in a supportive, low-pressure setting. If you attend in Oakland, you can also meet current Toastmasters members while enjoying a complimentary lunch!
To RSVP and receive the Zoom link, email lakesidespeakeasy@gmail.com. You can also download an event flyer.
Why join Toastmasters?
Toastmasters provides a positive space to grow as a communicator, build confidence and strengthen leadership skills. Participants gain tools to:
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Develop effective leadership abilities
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Improve public speaking and presentation skills
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Boost self-confidence
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Collaborate and inspire others
Can’t attend on Dec. 3? Attend our next open house!
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Feb. 4, 2026 — Tim Carlisle, U.S. submarine veteran and project management and information security expert, will speak about his 20 years in the “silent service.”
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April 1, 2026 — Karrie Keegan, top retail salesperson, distinguished Toastmaster and long-time member serving in multiple club leadership roles will talk about her experience in the club.
Ongoing club meetings
Lakeside Speakeasy Toastmasters meets every Thursday from 12:05 – 12:55 p.m. (PT), except for the first Wednesday in each month, when they host a hybrid meeting in Oakland and on Zoom. Check out the Link calendar for upcoming events.
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