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board of directors

Our dedicated team of experienced professionals utilize their unique skills and passion to move our work forward. Their ideas help shape the direction and mission of our organization as it continues to develop. Meet some of our incredible leaders below.

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President & Founder
Andrea D. Figueroa, LPC

Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology

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Vice President of Operations
Melissa Adame

Bachelor of Science in Sociology

 

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Business Development Consultantt
Ruben Arciniega

Master of Arts in Bicultural-Bilingual Studies

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Vice President of Economic Empowerment
Emilie Garcia-Herrera

Bachelor of Business Administration in Management

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Vice President of Finance
Elizabeth Escobedo, MBA
Master of Business Administration

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VP of Data Analysis
Deborah Gonzalez

Masters of Science

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Board Member
Therapeutic Services
Nicole Bermejillo, LPC
Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

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Board Member
Operations
Amelia Landin

Bachelor of Science in Public Health

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Board Member
Therapeutic Services
Carolina Arroyo
Bachelors of Arts

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1819 Nevada Street

San Antonio, TX 78203

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