Ilyan Cantu, Mba Email & Phone Number

Austin, Texas, United States

As the Community Events Manager at Con Mi MADRE, I'm on a mission to transform the educational landscape for Latinx families. My role isn't just about organizing events—it's about crafting experiences that ignite inspiration and drive real change.Crafting Meaningful Connections:I'm the architect behind events that bring together the Latinx community, educators, and industry leaders. One standout achievement is leading the 2nd Somos El Futuro Conference, a groundbreaking gathering that united over 60 voices dedicated to empowering our youth. Through meticulous planning and execution, we provided invaluable resources and inspiration to young students, professionals, and community members, leaving an indelible mark on their educational journeys.Innovative Solutions, Tangible Results:My approach is anything but conventional. I thrive on creativity and strategic thinking, constantly devising new ways to engage our community. By forging strategic partnerships and implementing targeted outreach programs, I've expanded our reach and impact, opening doors to education and opportunities where needed most.Bridging Gaps, Building Futures:Collaboration is at the heart of everything I do. Whether connecting with eager students and families or rallying support from seasoned professionals, I'm dedicated to building bridges that span generations and industries. Together, we're not just filling gaps; we're creating pathways to success for every community member.

Austin, Texas, United States

As a Program Supervisor, I led the exponential growth and unparalleled success of our flagship parent program. My strategic management of programming communications and social media engagement was pivotal in enhancing our brand visibility and fostering community engagement. Passionate about effective leadership, I mentored and guided a dynamic team of interns and staff, empowering them to identify growth opportunities and elevate our social media branding to new heights.Key Achievements and Responsibilities:- Managed the leadership of the parent program, amplifying its impact and reach.- Supervised and mentored a diverse team, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.- Conceptualized and executed compelling content strategies, resulting in a significant increase in audience engagement and brand recognition.- Cultivated robust stakeholder relationships, ensuring continuous support and representation at key events.- Leveraged data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions, driving continuous improvement and alignment with organizational goals.Key Achievements and Responsibilities:-- Led parent program while managing programming communications and social media engagement.-- Supervised and mentored interns and part-time staff.-- Crafted compelling content and executed successful social media campaigns.-- Fostered stakeholder relationships and collaborated cross-functionally to secure ongoing support and representation at events.-- Utilized data analysis to drive improvements and aligned goals with the organization.

Austin, Texas, United States

As the sole Parent Coordinator at Con Mi MADRE, I led collaborative initiatives to enhance parental engagement, crucially impacting student academic outcomes.Key Achievements and Responsibilities:- Orchestrated diverse programs, both in-person and virtual, empowering parents with valuable resources and knowledge.- Led dynamic parent groups across various formats, ensuring inclusivity and participation.- Provided adept task management and mentorship to interns, optimizing team productivity.- Fostered strategic partnerships with key stakeholders and organizations, facilitating ongoing parent education and support initiatives with a sharp focus on student achievement. Rigorously assessed partnership effectiveness.- Guided parents to pertinent socio-emotional services and resources, enhancing familial support networks.- Leveraged diverse feedback channels, including surveys and focus groups, to glean actionable insights for program enhancement.- Conducted meticulous data analysis, delivering impactful presentations and actionable recommendations to drive program efficacy.

Austin, Texas Area

Obtained authority for the benefit and claim management for a medical screening and diagnostics company. Enhanced processes and streamlined operations, which reduced heavy workload volumes by 60% while consistently exceeding 100% of targeted contacts.

Houston, Texas, United States

Being promoted to Marketing Manager, I served a crucial role in building up a newly established freestanding emergency room. I led our clinic in growing its in-patient portfolio by 30%. I identified the target market and developed and implemented strategic marketing and social media initiatives to drive brand awareness, growth, and profitability. I also established social media Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure return on investment to support our business performance.

Houston, Texas Area

I partnered with Human Resources to drive recruitment, training, and hiring. Together we developed wellness programs to support our employees. I provided executive-level support by anticipating needs, maintaining complex calendars, and managing domestic and international travel.

Austin, Texas Area

I found my true passion in this role, helping others through health and wellness education and advocacy, especially for those who do not have a voice. I was honored to be chosen as the only intern among a competitive pool of highly qualified applicants to plan and implement outreach events to support underserved populations. These events included health fairs, wellness programs, disease prevention workshops, and screenings. I also conducted health awareness and education presentations for stakeholders visiting the Consulate General of Mexico. I worked with community partners and health professionals to develop care plans and push out desperately needed health information to those who most needed it.

Corpus Christi, Texas Area

I provided executive-level support to ensure streamlined operations and support the department’s goals and objectives. I began managing calendars and quickly took on additional responsibilities, assuming the role of liaison for Purchasing, Facilities, Procurement, Student Services, and Human Resources. I assisted in employee recruitment, benefit development, and inventory and resource management. I gained competence in grant writing and an understanding of safety and risk management. I was recognized and honored with the ‘Student Worker of the Year’ award for exceptional commitment to students, staff, and faculty.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Health/Health Care Administration/Management

Social Work: Practice, Policy And Research Mastertrack Certificate, Social Work

Bachelor’S Degree, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

Activities and Societies: Alpha Epsilon Delta (Treasurer, Vice-president) Health Science Association (USCO Representative) Alpha Gamma.