Maria is a global bilingual Latina leader who has made a name for herself with an exceptional track record in managing multi-million to billion dollar businesses with a focus on bottom line growth, large-scale project plans, data-driven decision making, and strategic partnerships. Her leadership style emphasizes supporting long-term growth, business continuity, process improvements, and transformations, while ensuring business strategies are aligned with corporate objectives.
Maria's core strength lies in her unique blend of being a business strategist and community advocate, fueled by her intersectional background in education, technology, and diversity. Her experience as an advocate, storyteller, and negotiator allows her to ensure equitable outcomes and make a positive impact on people's lives.
Throughout her career, Maria has prioritized building a sense of community within corporate settings and bridging the gap between business strategies and community values. She firmly believes that sustainable success comes from aligning business objectives with community needs and has a proven track record of achieving this balance.
Despite humble beginnings, Maria's accomplishments have been widely recognized. She has received numerous awards, including the YWCA Tribute to Women Emerging Leader Award, Top 100 under 40 Diversity MBA, Silicon Valley 40 under 40, and Top 50 under 50.