Project Manager
Is a native of Laredo, Texas, currently residing in Austin. Felipe received his Bachelors of Arts from Texas State University, where he majored in Communication Studies. Felipe has over 10 years of experience in communications and community engagement. He currently works for the Austin Independent School District HUB Department, where he helps create contract opportunities for minority businesses. Felipe contributed to the success of the Making Financial Cents program by gathering resources for parents to use when preparing their children for college. Felipe also played a large part in the partnership between Maestro en Casa and Making Financial Cents.
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Cultural Outreach Coordinator
is a native of Venezuela, currently residing in Austin. Marieli graduated from Yacambu University, where she studied Industrial Engineering. She also completed the Minority Business Executive program offered by the Foster School of Business at Washington University. Marieli is currently an entrepreneur, leading her own insurance business, Cestari Insurance. One of Marieli’s passions is to helping her community. She is a member of several local non-profits in Austin. Marieli contributed to the success of the Making Financial Cents program by providing insight into the insurance world.
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Financial Coordinator
Is a native of Brownsville, Texas, currently residing in Austin. Luis received his Bachelors of Business Administration from the University of Texas at Brownsville, where he majored in Finance. Luis has an extensive background in financial analysis, credit, credit analysis, and commercial banking. He is currently a Business Relationship Manager for Wells Fargo, where he utilizes his finance and credit experience to help commercial businesses succeed financially. Luis also serves as the Historian of the Wells Fargo Latin Connection. Luis contributed to the success of the Making Financial Cents program by providing extensive credit tips and budgeting education.
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Curriculum Coordinator
Is a native of El Paso, Texas. Crystal relocated to Wichita Falls, Texas where she studied Finance and Economics at Midwestern State University. Crystal received her Bachelors of Business Administration in 2013 and her Masters of Business Administration in 2015. Crystal is currently a Branch Manager at Wells Fargo Bank. Crystal began her career with Wells Fargo in 2010 as teller. She has held several other positions such as personal banker and service manager. Crystal also serves as the Co-Chair of the Wells Fargo Latin Connection. Crystal contributed to the success of the Making Financial Cents program by providing insight on how banking works and by utilizing her Wells Fargo team members as volunteers.
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