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Welcoming Culture

We foster a warm, encouraging environment where members — both BASF employees and external participants — support each other in developing public speaking skills.

Meetings In-Person & Online

Join twice a month to level up your confidence in speaking. Attend in person at BASF (Q920) or connect online via MS Teams for ultimate convenience.

Pathways Learning Experience

The dynamic and flexible education program designed to boost your communication and leadership skills.

Toastmasters Community

From hybrid meeting ideas to public speaking tips, podcasts and videos . . . continually updated resources are designed to support and inspire you!

About Us

BASF Toastmasters had their first meetings in September 2013 and was officially chartered in 2014. We are part of Toastmasters International, a global nonprofit organization dedicated to improving public speaking and leadership skills. As one of over 16,600 clubs worldwide, BASF Toastmasters follows the proven Toastmasters method, offering structured learning through speeches, evaluations, and impromptu speaking exercises. Whether you’re looking to improve presentations, sharpen your spontaneity, become a better leader, or simply connect with others, BASF Toastmasters is a great place to do so.

We meet on 2nd and 4th Monday each month

Our meeting starts at 17:45 and has a duration of approx. 1 3⁄4 hours. At every meeting we welcome guests who want to get to know our Toastmasters community. We are having face-to-face meetings on BASF site in building Q920 combined with the possibility to participate online (MS TEAMS).

Visiting us for the first time? Please contact us if you are going to participate — a special ID card is needed to get on BASF site!

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Facts about Toastmasters

Clubs in Rhine-Neckar Region

148

Countries

1924

Ralph C. Smedley formed the 1st Toastmasters Club

> 260,000

Members worldwide

Club Officers Team

Ever wondered who keeps our club running like a well-oiled machine? Meet our Toastmasters Avengers of the 2025/2026 term — each with their own superpowers!

David, President: The fearless leader, keeping us inspired and making sure we don’t turn meetings into karaoke nights.
Thomas, VP Education: The mastermind behind our speeches, ensuring we don’t just ramble about our pets.
Anilkumar, VP Membership: The recruiter, charming guests into lifelong Toastmasters addicts.
Satheesh Kumar, VP Public Relations: The hype machine, making us look cooler than we actually are.
Tianran, Treasurer: The guardian of club funds — no, we can’t spend it all on snacks.
Ritu, Secretary: The memory keeper, documenting our wisdom (and occasional nonsense).
Alexander, Sergeant-at-Arms: The logistics wizard, ensuring we have chairs, coffee, and all material for the meeting.

Together, they make magic happen! Ready to join the fun? Get in contact with us here:
https://basf-toastmasters.com/#contact

Latest News

Courage Meets Fun: Join the E3/E4 Contest Day

The Area E3/E4 Contest is just around the corner and will take place on Saturday, 7 March 2026, in the beautiful city of Heidelberg. Our friends at Heidelberg Toastmasters are ready to roll out the red carpet — not only for seasoned Toastmasters, but also for anyone curious to experience the famous Toastmasters spirit and enjoy some truly excellent speeches.

Location:
Treff am Turm
Franz-Kruckenberg-Straße 54
69126 Heidelberg
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ps2dBMDm4NVDg45M9

This event is a fantastic chance to step into the spotlight, share your hard‑earned speaking skills with a larger audience, and discover how speakers from other clubs work their magic on stage. Whether you love crafting polished speeches, thinking on your feet, or giving razor‑sharp evaluations — there’s a category for you in both English and German: Prepared Speech — Table Topics — Speech Evaluation

The Contest will run throughout the day. And because Toastmasters isn’t just about speaking but also about connecting, we’ll wrap up the day with a relaxed club social in the evening — the perfect chance for everyone to meet face‑to‑face, celebrate the day, and maybe even debate which Table Topic was the trickiest.

Looking forward to seeing many of you there — and remember: contests are where courage meets fun!

February 9, 2026, 17:45 - 19:30: Get to know Toastmasters!

Do you want to become a confident public speaker and strong leader? If so, Toastmasters is the place for you. You’ll find a supportive learn-by-doing environment that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace. We invite you to visit us on February 9, 2026, 17:45 - 19:30 ! We conduct “hybrid meetings”: You can attend our meeting in person at BASF on site in Ludwigshafen (Q920) or online by MS Teams.

Join us as a guest at our regular club meeting without obligations. We can to explain the idea behind Toastmasters and show how you will improve your public speaking skills. A lot of our members are working at BASF, nevertheless BASF Toastmasters is open to everyone and has a number of external members. Please contact us in case you visit us for the very first time!

2026: Join in & put your resolutions to action!

The new year has begun and we would like to invite you to attend our Toastmasters meetings. What could be better than putting your New Year’s resolutions into action? At BASF Toastmasters you will find a friendly and supportive group that will help you improve your communication skills and become more confident.

So why join Toastmasters? It’s simple: With Toastmasters you have the opportunity to strengthen your public speaking skills, develop leadership qualities and increase self-confidence. Present speeches in a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere, receive feedback and learn in a community that is part of Toastmasters International for more than a decade.

We meet each 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. Our meetings at the beginning of the year are on 12 and 26 January 2026. So come along and start 2026 with a step towards personal development!

Toasting 2025, Talking 2026

Closing out 2025, BASF Toastmasters is officially declaring victory over stage fright, filler words, and the occasional runaway PowerPoint slide. We’ve laughed, learned, and maybe even mastered the art of the dramatic pause (or at least faked it convincingly).

As the holiday season sparkles, we send warm wishes for joy, rest, and speeches limited to under seven minutes at family dinners.

In 2026, we’re back with fresh stories, sharper punchlines, and plenty of applause. Join us — because your voice deserves the spotlight, and we promise the timer won’t bite. See you at our first meeting in 2026 on Monday 12 January!

Get in touch

WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!

Whether you’re curious about public speaking, looking to grow your leadership skills, or just want to see what Toastmasters is all about — this is your first step. At BASF Toastmasters, we welcome everyone with open arms and open minds.

Drop us a message, ask a question, or simply say hello. We’re excited to connect and help you discover how fun and empowering communication can be!

Club President: David Jocher

VP Education: Thomas Richard Rooney

VP Membership: Anilkumar Kunjupillai