I bring 14+ years of experience across higher education, workforce development, career services, academic advising, counseling, and student success. Throughout my career with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE), I have partnered with students, faculty, employers, and community organizations to develop innovative programs that increase educational attainment, career readiness, and economic mobility.
My expertise...
I bring 14+ years of experience across higher education, workforce development, career services, academic advising, counseling, and student success. Throughout my career with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE), I have partnered with students, faculty, employers, and community organizations to develop innovative programs that increase educational attainment, career readiness, and economic mobility.
My expertise includes:
• Academic Advising & Student Success
• Career Counseling & Career Development
• Higher Education Administration
• Workforce Development & Adult Education
• Program Management & Strategic Partnerships
I earned both my Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Spanish and my Master of Arts in Counseling (Mental Health specialization) from Loyola Marymount University. My counseling background allows me to combine empathy, relationship-building, and evidence-based advising strategies to help students and job seekers navigate complex educational and career decisions.
As a bilingual English-Spanish professional, I am passionate about creating inclusive environments where students from all backgrounds feel supported, empowered, and equipped to succeed. Whether advising individual students, leading workforce initiatives, coordinating cross-sector partnerships, or delivering presentations to large audiences, I strive to build programs that produce measurable outcomes and lasting impact.
