About
Experience & Education
Volunteer Experience
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Class XLVII Fellow
American Leadership Forum - Houston/Gulf Coast Chapter
- 1 year 1 month
Civil Rights and Social Action
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Board Member
University of Houston-Downtown College of Humanities & Social Sciences
- Present 3 years 9 months
Education
Honors & Awards
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WorldRemit’s Top 10 U.S. Latinos
WorldRemit
WorldRemit, and international money transfer corporation, annually recognizes 10 of the most influential Latinos in the U.S. to highlight their positive impact on the Latino community and the greater impact Latinos have on society as a whole.
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Prospanica Brillante Award in Educational Excellence
Prospanica National
The annual Prospanica Award in Educational Excellence from Prospanica (national Hispanic organization) recognizes leaders with a proven track record in creating educational programs that serve Hispanics. Prospanica selection committee selects honorees.
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Houston Business Journal 40 Under 40
Houston Business Journal
Houston Business Journal's (HBJ) annual 40 Under 40 award celebrates young professionals who have significantly contributed to their companies and communities. 1 of 40 selected out of 800 nominations. Selected by HBJ Editorial Board and panel of judges.
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Rising Star in Child Advocacy
Children at Risk
This award recognizes exceptional early-career advocates whose actions and activities consistently exemplify enthusiasm, commitment, and leadership on behalf of children in Texas.
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Campeón de la Comunidad Award Finalist
Houston Texans & Miller Lite
The Houston Texans Campeón de la Comunidad Award presented by Miller Lite honors an outstanding leader in the Latino community who is making a positive impact on the city of Houston through service and dedication to a local nonprofit.
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Comcast Hispanic Hero Award
Comcast
Comcast annually recognizes leaders who have demonstrated a selfless commitment to making a positive difference in the community through volunteerism, mentorship, and civic engagement. A panel of community and business leaders selects honorees.
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Champion for Education
Teach for America - Houston
The Teach for America (TFA) Houston "Champions of Education" Award recognizes exceptional leaders who improve educational excellence for all students. 1 of 11 alumni selected out of 1500 TFA Houston alumni. Selected by TFA Houston staff. Award given once.
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Sue Lehmann Award for Excellence in Teaching
Teach For America
Nominated for exemplary teaching and leadership in the classroom.
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Rookie Teacher of the Year
Allapattah Middle School
School-site nomination for outstanding teaching and leadership in the classroom.
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Pepperdine Award for Outstanding Student Achievement
Pepperdine University
The George Pepperdine Award for Outstanding Achievement is given annually to 1 of 2 students (out of ~700) who best demonstrate the ideals of Pepperdine (academic achievement, leadership, etc.) and whose potential for future achievement are decidedly above average.
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White House Presidential Service Award
Pepperdine Volunteer Center
Runner-up for public service in Jumpstart, a national early education organization that helps children develop the language and literacy skills they need to be successful in school.
Languages
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Spanish
Native or bilingual proficiency
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English
Native or bilingual proficiency
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