Rubén G. Lizalde Email & Phone Number

Empowering change through 15 + years of professional experience in senior management, municipal policy, and public administration. I am an assertive and resourceful bilingual facilitator with comprehensive knowledge of local government, and strategic initiatives through executive leadership. I am regarded by my peers as an industrious and persuasive communicator as well as an innovative forward thinker who is committed to diplomacy and fostering great business relationships and industry collaborations. I'm dedicated to redressing disparities and promoting equitable outcomes in communities through planning, providing resources, and public advocacy.High-visibility strategic advisor and thought partner leading the coordination and strategic alignment of diverse organizational functions within the administration. Responsible for streamlining high-priority projects and conducting executive-level internal and external initiatives that have a very significant impact on the administration's business objectives. Provide support with effective decision-making, project management, and execution of long-term planning to ensure the growth and success of the organization.My specialties include Public Affairs, Policy, Branding, Conflict Mediator, Advisor, Media Relations, Crisis Management, Grassroots organizing, Social Media, Fluency, Public Relations, Project Manager, Constituent Services, Consulting, Municipal GovernmentAdditional Merits:Veteran Serve on the Citizens Action Advisory Committee member (CAAB) since 2017 & current Chair (CAAB) 2019 – present• The Community Action Advisory Board (CAAB) is a federally mandated tripartite board comprised of 15 members and serves in an advisory capacity to assist the City Council in its role as the governing body for the Bexar County Community Action Agency (CAA). The CAAB advises the Department of Human Services (DHS) and City Council on the needs, concerns, and goals of low-income persons; recommends policies; and advises on the allocation of federal Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funds.