Inspiring Introduction to our SVL Collegiate Cultura Ambassadors

February 03, 2025

At Silicon Valley Latino, we are excited to share, highlight and celebrate the voices of our future leaders—the young individuals who are paving the way for meaningful change within our communities and beyond. As we share the profiles of our talented Collegiate Cultura Ambassadors, let’s take a moment to reflect on the immense potential each story holds. These individuals are more than just students; they are passionate changemakers, community builders, and advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This layout is not just about showcasing academic achievements; it’s about telling the unique journey of each ambassador, sharing their leadership efforts, and amplifying their aspirations for the future. Together, we’ll ensure that these bios not only inspire others but also provide a platform for these exceptional students to shine brightly in the larger narrative of Latinx success.

Let’s dive into each profile with the intention of capturing the essence of who these young leaders are and the extraordinary impact they’re destined to have.

· Name: Liliana Ontiveros

· University: Santa Clara University, Leavey School of Business

· Major/Minor: Double Major in Marketing and Spanish, Minor in Retail Studies

Academic Highlights:

· Senior at Santa Clara University’s Leavey School of Business.

· Double major in Marketing and Spanish with a minor in Retail Studies.

Leadership & Extracurriculars:

· Member, mentee, and mentor in the ACE Leadership Program.

· Mentorship Chair at Bronco Academy of Mentorship.

· Held two officer positions in Alpha Delta Pi (Theta Pi chapter): Director of Inclusion and Wellness Specialist.

· President of the Panhellenic Honor Society, facilitating connections among collegiate women in Greek life.

Career Aspirations:

· Aspires to work on marketing campaigns that foster connection through authentic storytelling in the retail industry.

· Passionate about championing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Bay Area’s innovative business environment.

Call to Action:

· Learn more about our Collegiate Cultura Ambassadors and Lily by reaching out to her on her LinkedIn page.

· Name: Ryan Lopez

· University: University of San Francisco

· Major/Minor: Senior Politics Major

Academic Highlights:

· Senior Politics Major at the University of San Francisco.

Leadership & Extracurriculars:

· Member of the Latine Undergrad Network of Activists Advocates (LUNA).

· Youth Ambassador at Ayudando Latinos A Soñar (ALAS) for 12 years and founding member.

· Youth Commissioner on the San Mateo Behavioral Health Commission.

Career Aspirations:

· Passionate about becoming an effective Risk Manager in the academic and non-profit realms.

· Recipient of a University Risk Management and Insurance Association (URMIA) scholarship for their 2024 Conference in New Orleans.

Call to Action:

· Learn more about our Collegiate Cultura Ambassadors and Ryan by reaching out to him on his LinkedIn page.

Name: Isabella Guerrero

· University: Santa Clara University

· Major/Minor: Business Management / Entrepreneurship

Academic Highlights:

· Senior at Santa Clara University studying Business Management with a minor in Entrepreneurship

Leadership & Extracurriculars:

· Member of the Women in Business.

· Part of the Member Venture Virtuoso Cohort 2024

· Current Sales Consultant at AT&T.

Career Aspirations:

· Pursue a career in tech sales where she can level her skills to drive innovation, foster relationships and contribute to a foward thinking organization.

Call to Action:

· Learn more about our Collegiate Cultura Ambassadors and Isabella by reaching out to her on her LinkedIn page.

Name: Ivan Hernandez

· University: Santa Clara University

· Major/Minor: Bachelor of Finance

Bio Sections:
Academic Highlights:

· Senior Bachelor of Finance at Santa Clara University.

Leadership & Extracurriculars:

· Member of the Latins Business Student Association.

· SCU Finance Association

· SCU Latinx Leadership Incubator

Career Aspirations:

· Ivan has worked on 24 financial litigation cases over three summer internships

· He aspires to leverage the financial litigation experiences to become a strong financial analyst

Call to Action:

· Learn more about our Collegiate Cultura Ambassadors and Ivan by reaching out to him on his LinkedIn page.

Interested in Joining as SVL Collegiate Cultura Ambassador?

If you’re a student eager to make a meaningful impact in your community and beyond, we invite you to consider becoming part of our SVL Collegiate Cultura Ambassador initiative. Together, we can continue to uplift Latino voices and create a brighter future for all.

Interested? Learn more about joining our program today and reach out to the current Ambassadors above!

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