What do you do for SHPE in 25 words or fewer?

Strengthen and develop relationships with Congressional leaders, agency members, and the White House to lift SHPE’s mission and expertise in closing the STEM education gap for the Hispanic community, to ensure that in the legislative process SHPE is always at the table.

Which fictional family would you want to be a part of and why?

The Rose family (Schitt’s Creek) so that I learn how to fold in the cheese, dance to “A little bit Alexis”, but mostly say “Ew David”.

What do you do for SHPE in 25 words or fewer?

Coordinate the MentorSHPE program, and I design and implement components for the InternSHPE program to support SHPE members and our corporate partners.

What is one interesting fact about you?

I grew up in the Dakotas and Kansas but loved going “home” to Florida once a year to see all the cousins and grandparents. It gave me a great appreciation of all seasons but I do love winter the most!

What do you do for SHPE in 25 words or fewer?

I execute SHPE’s marketing campaigns.

What was your first job?

My first job was working at my aunt’s Mexican bakery.

What do you do for SHPE in 25 words or fewer?

I manage the partnership with companies that sponsor and support our SHPE Regional Conferences and NILA.

What is one interesting fact about you?

I was SHPEtinas co-lead as a student, interned with Northrop Grumman during undergrad, and graduated in Mechanical Engineering from UCSD.

What do you do for SHPE in 25 words or fewer?

I make SHPE sparkle and shine with beautiful marketing and illuminating communications.

What is one interesting fact about you?

I’ve got a hilarious pug named Sir Charles Barkley and two senior cats, Donny & Marie. No, they do not get along.

What do you do for SHPE in 25 words or fewer?

I drive operational excellence and programs that empower SHPE members and chapters, ensuring scalable impact, strong engagement, and meaningful experiences across our national network.

What is one interesting fact about you?

I lived in Kansas for more than twenty years but never personally experienced a tornado until moving to Nebraska.

What do you do for SHPE in 25 words or fewer?

I assist speakers of our convention with coaching, presentations and overall content. In addition, I assist with evaluations for all of our events.

What is one interesting fact about you?

I have two black/tan Chihuahuas and on average I read over 21 books in a year.

What do you do for SHPE in 25 words or fewer?

I assist in making the magic happen for the National Convention

Which fictional family would you want to be a part of and why?

La familia Madrigal from Encanto because in the end everyone is special. Gift or no gift.