Itzel Lopez Email & Phone Number

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

As the inaugural CEO of the Latino Economic Development Council and Co-Founder, I’m excited about the renewal of South Omaha and the potential for even greater vibrancy in its future. The first cornerstone project of the LEDC is a transformation of the Plaza de la Raza, located in South Omaha’s 24th Street business corridor. The LEDC is taking the lead role in the opportunity to leverage a significant grant of public funding to create a signature space.With a vision to foster a thriving economy, LEDC focuses on three key areas: Workforce Development, Culture and Tourism, and Latino Leadership Influence.

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Responsible for cultivating relationships and expanding the family's successful catering business.Learn more at MariaBonitaOnline.com

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

In this role I was responsible for planning and implementing strategic initiatives that improved the financial health of the organization. These efforts included: foundation cultivation, government initiatives, public policy and advocacy, partnership development, multiyear strategic contracts, and board member engagement ensuring alignment to the vision and mission of the organization - to build the tech community.

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Coordinate funder relationships, programs, and engagement activities between AIM and community organizations.Provide strategic insight into new partnerships in order to align community activities to AIM's mission. Oversees fund development & external affairs.

1905 Harney St. Omaha, Ne 68102

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

South Omaha, Plaza De La Raza

Supervised the production of the three day festival. Responsible for all aspects of the event planning and logistics, including but not limited to vendor management, parade line up and sponsorship requests.

Greater Omaha Area

Fulfilled a key role in an executive support to the Strategy and Development Group at this leading Fortune 500 provider of construction services for the government, transportation, power, water and other major sectors throughout North America.

Community Learning Center (Clc) At Castelar Elementary

Supervised site operations and staff in a before and after school community learning center. Developed program monthly schedules, daily program agendas, teacher lesson plans and engaging activities for more than 100 youth on a daily basis. Created and implemented family support activities. Solicited financial support from community and business partners. Prepared student progress reports in english and spanish and worked with parents to resolve family issues as they arise alongside the school principal and district administration. At Castelar Elementary, the minority student enrollment is 96% & it enrolls 91% economically disadvantaged students every year.

South Omaha

Scheduled meetings and responded to general inquiries to vendors and community members. Provided administrative support to President. Led community outreach and event planning.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Business Administration And Management, Emphasis In Marketing With A Minor In Communication Arts

Education record

Activities and Societies: Dance Team, Newspaper, Dual Language