Greetings!

As many you have already become aware on Thursday evening the Greater Golden Hill CDC Board of Directors unexpectedly and abruptly laid me off due to the financial crisis the organization has been facing for several years. After investing nearly two years to serve the greater Golden Hill community, while trying to stabilize an organization in financial crisis, I feel satisfied with what we were able to accomplish together for the community.

During those two years we built great partnerships that strengthen the fabric and culture of the community. We served residents through efficient and direct services. More importantly we continuously strived to ensure we were a voice for all who live in Greater Golden Hill. Since day one when I took over the organization has been an ongoing concern financially however through the dedication of the staff and volunteers we made amazing things happen with the cards we were dealt.

It was an honor to have served the communities of Greater Golden Hill. I have had the privilege to work with a dedicated and resourceful group of co-workers, volunteers, community partners, and board members. I take with me many great friendships, memories, and a sense of accomplishment for what we have accomplished together. I wish the board of the Greater Golden Hill CDC and their staff best of luck as they work to stabilize the organization and get back to the work of serving the community.

Being laid off is never easy, especially during the holidays, and during this economy. I am reaching out to my network for your guidance and support. If you know of any open positions that you feel I would be qualified for I ask that you please forward them to me. In addition any recommendations that you may have to better position myself would be gladly accepted.

Throughout my entire professional career I have worked within the non-profit sector in San Diego County but I am willing to explore outside the sector. I would like to bring both my experience within the sector, my passion for education, the sharing of information, and community organizing to an organization that is looking for a hard working, out of the box thinker, and dedicated individual.

I have gained every day organizational experience that allows me to build a strategic vision that includes fund development, collaboration and coalition building, board and volunteer development, public relations and marketing, supervision, fiscal management, development, and policy development.

I hold a Masters degree in Nonprofit Management and Leadership from the University of San Diego that has prepared me with a detailed knowledge of nonprofit administration. I bring with me a diverse network that will allow me to effectively and strategically take the work within any organization directly to those who will benefit. My connections within San Diego's Latino community have benefited organizations like the San Diego Padres and the Joan Kroc Center where I have served in advisory capacity in regards to their community outreach.

During my career I have coordinated many special events including the Cesar E. Chavez community breakfast which host over 2000 people annually and the Martin Luther King All People's Breakfast. I have coordinated several successful fundraising events and have trained others to host their own events.

The links on the left will provide you with more information about my personal and professional experience, including my most recent resume. If needed I have additionally materials which I can provide including references, salary history, and samples of my work. If you have additional questions feel free to reach me at the contact information listed in the margin.