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London Olympians Toastmasters

We meet every 1st, 3rd, 5th Thursday of the month

About Us

London Olympians is part of Toastmasters International, a non-profit educational organisation that aims to help members to develop public speaking and leadership skills through practice and feedback since 1924.

There are currently over 170 Toastmasters Clubs in London and more than 15,900 worldwide.

London Olympians was formed in 2003. We currently meet on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursday of every month. Our meetings are in-person only and held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in South Kensington.
 
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Our amazing Committee Team

Meet the first people you can reach out to at London Olympians — the ones behind the scenes keeping our meetings running smoothly, supporting members, and helping the club grow. Whether you’re a guest, a new member, or a longtime Olympian, we’re here to help you make the most of your Toastmasters journey.

Tom

Tom Price

President

Provides overall leadership and guidance, ensuring the club runs smoothly and stays aligned with Toastmasters' values and goals.

Emma

Emma Patten

VP Education

Plans the agenda, tracks members' progress, and supports their educational and speaking goals.

Tundie

Tundie Berczi

VP Membership

Welcomes guests, follows up with prospects, and helps grow and retain club membership.

Mariyana

Mariyana Tasheva

VP PR

Promotes the club through social media, newsletters, and public channels to raise visibility and attract new members.

Vijay

Vijay Nadkarni

VP Mentoring

Pairs new members with mentors, supports growth, and fosters a culture of guidance and support.

Loukas

Loukas Karampogias

Treasurer

Manages the club’s finances, including membership dues and budget planning.

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Nowa Imasekha

Secretary

Keeps records of meetings and decisions, and manages club correspondence and documentation.

Matt

Matt Oultram

Sergeant at Arms

Sets up the meeting space, manages equipment, and ensures everything is ready for smooth meetings.

Val

Val Slavina

Immediate Past President

Supports the current president and provides continuity by offering guidance based on previous experience.

I am the last charter member of London Olympians, meaning I have been a member for 17 of my total 25 years in Toastmasters. While members change, the indomitable spirit of the club and the high quality of meetings has remained constant. Even now, I can always find new challenges and improve as a speaker and leader.
Edward Till
My 2.5-year journey with Toastmasters has been truly transformative.I've grown as a speaker, leader, and communicator — now confident on any stage, with a presenter’s toolbox I can rely on. Whether it's a networking event or cocktail party, I feel ready to engage. Toastmasters has given me a safe space to experiment, receive feedback, and grow — thanks to consistent participation, varied meeting roles, and contests that fast-tracked my development.If you're ready to level up your communication game, London Olympians is the place to start.
Veronika
Joining London Olympians 12 years ago was a truly transformative experience. The club helped me become not just a confident public speaker, but also a stronger communicator and leader — in both my personal and professional life. With its friendly yet professional atmosphere, London Olympians has been the perfect place to grow, giving me the skills and confidence to bring a better version of myself to the world.
Paola

Blog

London Olympians Newsletter Archive – Dive into the excitement!
Olys on Stage

Olys on Stage

Welcome to the third edition of our revived London Olympians newsletter. In our previous issue, we followed one member’s personal transformation as he took the leap into his Ice Breaker speech — and…
Olys in Focus 

Olys in Focus 

Welcome to the second edition of our revived London Olympians newsletter. In our previous issue, we looked back at the club’s beginnings through the eyes of Edward Till — our longest-standing member —…
Olys Gone By

Olys Gone By

Looking back at the history of London Olympians After a long break, we’re excited to relaunch our newsletter, where we’ll be sharing club updates, member stories, and more. What better way to begin…