Tell us a little bit about your background and why you joined Workforce Matters.
My background has primarily been in college and career support through working with non-profit organizations and career and technical education. I worked in admissions at a technical college, navigating students not just through their next certification or credential, but also preparing them for their career through intentional engagement with employers and the workforce. This work led me to Lumina Foundation where I focus on the community college team, specifically in employment-aligned credentials. I joined Workforce Matters to share the perspective at the intersection of higher education and the workforce.
What are you looking forward to accomplishing this year with the Steering Committee?
I’m looking forward to engaging with Workforce Matters’ work with tribal colleges and communities. As Lumina is in the process of developing their next strategy for 2025, it’s valuable to join the workforce conversations happening within the tribal communities. Being a part of the Steering committee will help broaden my network in this space.
What is something people might not know about you?
I am bilingual. My mother is an immigrant from Mexico and was a first-generation college student. Her experience as an adult learner has helped guide my career working in higher education and workforce training accessibility.
