Beyond the work, I stay active in the communities that shaped my career, speaking at universities, mentoring the next generation of designers, and staying connected to the culture that drives it. From university campuses and creative conferences to lowrider shows and the FBI Citizens Academy. All of it shapes how I approach the work.

Guest Speaker

ALPFA — Association of Latino Professionals For America
Panel discussion at UNLV sharing personal and professional challenges, inspiration, and motivation with the next generation of Latino professionals.

East Las Vegas Library — Las Vegas-Clark County Library District
Guest speaker and Photoshop instructor, presenting a hands-on design class to the community.

The Art of Latinx Identity
Panel discussion hosted by UNLV Oral History Research Center and the Las Vegas Clark County Library District, exploring identity, culture, and creative work through a Latinx lens.

Academy of Hospitality and Tourism — Caesars Palace
Guest speaker for Valley High School students from the Academy of Hospitality and Tourism.

CSN — College of Southern Nevada
Main speaker for the College of Southern Nevada's design program, speaking to the next generation of designers, artists, and innovators.

Guest Judge / Mentor

Spark of Madness — College of Southern Nevada @ Domsky Glass Studios
AIGA Student Creative Review @ Switch's InNEVation Center
UNLV Main Frame — Department of Art, Graphic Design & Media

FBI Citizens Academy
One of 26 candidates selected to attend the Academy in 2021. Following graduation, I joined the FBI Citizens Academy Alumni Association, partnering with the FBI on community outreach programs that promote public safety through engagement, education, and service.

UNLV — Latinx Voices of Southern Nevada
Selected as one of a limited number of featured individuals in the UNLV Oral History Research Center's Latinx Voices of Southern Nevada project, preserving the oral histories and cultural impact of the region's Hispanic community.

UNLV Art Walk
urated the classic automotive art for the ¡Americanx! exhibition at the Donna Beam Fine Art Gallery — a showcase of contemporary works by Latino/a/x artists who call Las Vegas home.

Brand New Conference — Smith Center, Las Vegas
Proud to be part of the BN Conference team, one of the leading events in corporate and brand identity design, organized by UnderConsideration.

Community Involvement

ALPFA — Association of Latino Professionals For America,
Board Director of Marketing 2019–2023

VIA Caesars Entertainment Hispanic Business Resource Group,
oard Member 2015–2018 AIGA American Institute of Graphic Arts, In-House Director 2012–2015

Valley High School — Academy of Hospitality & Tourism
Advisory board member and participant in the Partnership Fair, helping guide the next generation of hospitality and creative professionals.

No rehearsed keynotes or highlight reels. Just the real story, the decisions that didn’t work, the ideas that almost didn’t make it, and what it actually takes to build work that lasts. If you're looking for someone to speak on brand, creative leadership, or building something with purpose, let's talk.