Maritza R. Aragón Email & Phone Number

San Diego, California, United States

As the founder of Calditos, I combine my expertise in project management and marketing with a deep-rooted passion for "comida casera" and traditional Mexican broths. I oversee every aspect of the business, ensuring each product reflects authenticity and care. Driven by a desire to preserve my family’s culinary heritage, I am currently working on a cookbook that captures our cherished recipes and stories, solidifying my role as our family’s historian.

San Diego, California, United States

Led and mentored a team of 6 Executive Assistants, enhancing team productivity through targeted training and development. Streamlined executive meetings, leveraging Smartsheet to enhance efficiency, resulting in reduction in meeting time. Directed the creation and implementation of new processes to enhance cross-departmental collaboration, ensuring adherence to institutional policies. Led the coordination of executive meetings and retreats, including contract negotiations with vendors, to optimize resources and align with organizational goals. Managed the administration of Board of Directors meetings, preparing detailed minutes and reports to facilitate informed decision-making. Oversaw high-priority projects, ensuring compliance with timelines and budgets, while maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive information. Supported legal and compliance documentation processes for organizational events, ensuring all submissions met regulatory standards.

San Diego, California, United States

San Diego, California, United States

Streamlined the CEO’s calendar and travel arrangements, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and optimizing the executive's time. Coordinated high-profile board meetings and events, managing all logistical aspects and ensuring compliance with institutional guidelines. Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating smooth communication and collaboration across departments. Assisted in the preparation and review of contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with institutional policies prior to submission

San Diego, California, United States

Provided senior-level project management and administrative support, coordinating major events and ensuring alignment with university policies, particularly in research and grant administration. Managed and maintained IRB proposals, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with federal and institutional regulations, crucial for research integrity. Coordinated and processed grant applications and budgets, ensuring timely and compliant submissions, and tracked grant-funded projects to monitor expenses and provided regular reports to stakeholders. Collaborated with university counsel to review MOUs and contracts, ensuring adherence to policy and compliance with legal and institutional requirements. Supervised a team responsible for grant administration and student support, providing training and mentorship to enhance performance and consistency in processes. Recruited faculty and students for co-curricular research activities, fostering academic collaboration and enhancing research opportunities. Led the organization of the Annual Creative Collaborations Undergraduate Research Conference, coordinating all logistical aspects, ensuring successful execution, and increasing participant satisfaction. Assisted in the preparation and review of contracts related to research funding and collaborations, ensuring compliance with institutional and funding agency policies. Maintained accurate records of scholarship applicants, processed awards, and ensured compliance with donor restrictions and university policies.

San Diego Metropolitan Area

Assisted MCO attorneys in preparing for trials, including capital case litigation. Conducted legal research. Supported the team of investigators and mitigation specialists in gathering and analyzing evidence. Helped maintain strict confidentiality and ethical standards in all case-related matters. Participated in team meetings and contributed to case discussions.

San Diego, Ca

Supported multiple departments with a range of administrative tasks, enhancing overall operational effectiveness. Managed the onboarding process for new employees and students, including activation of badges, issuance of IDs, and processing of parking forms. Oversaw financial management activities, including accounts, invoices, and procurement, ensuring accuracy at all times. Processed student enrollment forms and financial aid documents, ensuring timely and compliant submissions.