Rixys Alfonso is a dynamic public relations, marketing, and fundraising professional, as well as an impact strategist dedicated to forging powerful connections between brands, causes, and consumers. As the founder of CauseMo Marketing, she drives cause-related movements in key markets by consulting with brands, NPOs, and civic organizations to develop impactful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partnerships, initiatives, and campaigns.With nearly 25 years of experience, Rixys excels at empowering goal-driven business owners and CEOs to communicate their brand narratives effectively, highlighting their community investments, philanthropic endeavors, and social impact. Her diverse portfolio includes collaborations with healthcare retailers, celebrity athletes, global food brands, automotive giants, NPOs, chefs, and software companies, all aimed at enhancing their cause-related marketing efforts.In recognition of her advocacy for individuals with developmental disabilities, Rixys was appointed by former Florida Governor Charlie Crist to serve a four-year term on the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council, where she chaired the Statewide Communications Committee. She was reappointed by Governor Rick Scott for a second term in 2015. U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz featured her impactful story of triumph over adversity in her book For The Next Generation.Rixys has built a stellar reputation for leading transformative initiatives that catalyze real organizational change. Her expertise as a subject matter expert has positioned her as an essential member of senior leadership teams, where she collaborates across various sectors to enhance the visibility of inclusion in disabilities and rare disorders. Her commitment to performance development, community engagement, and relationship building drives the shared mission of advancing social impact.Rixys travels throughout the U.S. as a passionate spokeswoman to amplify the Hispanic community's voice on disability issues. Her accolades include being named a Top Workplace Professional by the Sun-Sentinel, honored as a Hispanic Woman of Distinction by Latina Style Magazine, and receiving the "Heart of South Florida" award from WPLG-Local 10. Most recently, she was recognized alongside other Hispanic leaders at the Congressional Hispanic Heritage Month Leadership Symposium at the Library of Congress. Rixys has also appeared on nationally syndicated shows such as CBS's The Doctors, TLC's Amazing Medical Stories, and Despierta America.