President
Led from inception, directing a 20+ member team to form strategic partnerships, establish innovative collaborations, and guide audacious initiatives with an emphasis on education and basic societal needs. Managed comprehensive retirement of 3 foundations, while leaving legacy after $175 million cumulative contributions. Responsibilities range from governance and board relations to operational administration and systemic programming. Created a culture and working style known for thoughtful listening, removing obstacles and offering strong tactical support with expert resources. Strengthened emergency and disaster readiness through $8,100,000 complex 4-year public-private partnership affecting 423,000 residents. Continues independently and collectively thru 45 community-based organizations. Recognized LISTOS as statewide model of Latino volunteerism. The 9-year School Food initiative granted $7,800,000 + $6,501,000 operating, 50,000+ students yearly now have access to healthier food choices and school gardens Authorized hundreds of college scholarships, fellowships, intern/externship, pre-college pathways Outdoor Classroom Project over 5 years, $765,000 invested in 144 preschool settings to increase teacher and child learning in outside natural environments, affecting 7,200 children per year Created centers of health and wellness benefiting families, children and center staff over 4 years at 90 locations impacting 4,500 preschoolers annually through $1,375,000 total expenditure
