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Juan “Sarge” Rodriguez is a motivational speaker, mentor and Club coach who values dedication, service and excellence. As a decorated combat war veteran, (Vietnam 1969) Sarge brings unique perspectives gained from his battlefield experience to the Toastmasters International organization, empowering its members to unleash their untapped inner potential. Using real-world examples, Sarge sheds light on how the invaluable talent each person can bring to its organization.
Sarge learned the value of dedication at an early age growing up in South Central Los Angeles, CA, as the first of two children in a single-parent home. Sarge’s dedication, hard work, and determination to avoid a life of poverty and mediocrity inspired him to enlist in the United States Army at an early age of 17 (1955-1977). This led to an accomplished twenty-two-year military career as a decorated Army First Sergeant. Sarge’s career has been a model of service recognized with awards and decorations.