HELLO! My Name Is...

Is there an issue you are passionate about? How do you get involved?

Gender equality. At my job every day.

 

If you could have anyone as your teacher, who would you pick?

Maya Angelou for her courage and wisdom; and Julia Child for her love of life, laughter and good food.

 

Where did you grow up?

San Juan

 

Where have you lived besides Puerto Rico?

In Dijon, France and in the U.S. In Boston, MA and Houston, TX

 

Tell us something about yourself that most people don’t know.

I love to sing.

 

Name one thing on your bucket list.

My husband and I are both half Cuban, and I really want to go to Cuba with our children to show them where part of their family is from. 

 

Who inspires you?

My parents and anyone who is resilient and courageous despite life's struggles.

 

What do you like about your job?

Being around young people and seeing them grow and mature through the years.

 

What's your favorite thing to do in Puerto Rico? 

Go to the beach, gather my family at my house, and recently I have fallen in love with Rincón.

 

What are your top five personal values?

Honesty, integrity, authenticity, kindness, empathy.

 

What would you sing at Karaoke night?

Shakira's original songs