Exito Training
October 16, 2024
Drawing inspiration from famous distance runner Steve Prefontaine, Natalicio decided to give his all in his education and his efforts to tackle the health issues he saw while growing up in a low-income food dessert in San Diego. Now he works diligently to promote physical activity, travel behaviors, and obesity prevention in that same city. […]
October 16, 2024
For Nancy, nutrition is not only her passion but a lifestyle. Just like the beautiful embroidery of her blouse, she holds pride in the beauty of her culture and heritage. Inspired by her mentor from “La Escuelita” who helped her during tough times, Nancy has a strong desire to serve underrepresented communities and actively work […]
October 16, 2024
It was only after she worked at ahospital that it became clear to Nancy what her professional path should be. She realized she could make a difference in the lives of people who struggled with a language barrier, lack of meaningful access to care, minimal health literacy, and many of the psychosocial issues so pervasive […]
October 16, 2024
Monica Villarruel is concerned about the unmet health needs of Latina mothers. Seeing her own mother struggle with gestational diabetes while pregnant with her little brother fueled her interest in birth and health outcome disparities among Latinas. She learned how language and other barriers can hurt patient-provider relationships. Villarruel, who recently earned her master’s degree […]
October 16, 2024
With a Panamanian hat-wearing grandfather who pushed his children to go to college and a mom who took her to microbiology classes as a child, it’s no surprise that education is this Monica’s main tool to promote health among Latinos. She has a true passion for teaching and not only wants to expose her students to […]
October 16, 2024
With a Belizean mother who always cared for others, offered support, and excelled in a health profession, Monica Aguilar was motivated to blaze her own trail to improve the lives of others. Aguilar got her start in health with a bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in health science. Today she gone on to […]
October 16, 2024
Growing up partaking in conversations and gossip that brewed when her mom served up café con leche for guest in their home in Titusville, Fla., Mitzy Gonzalez learned how to truly appreciate people’s stories and communicate through love. Now she’s making a career of improving people’s lives. Encouraged by her parents’ love and […]
October 16, 2024
With a father who was a Chicano civil rights activist, it’s natural that Colorado native Ramirez and her family grew up with a strong sense of equal rights, equity, and justice. From a young age, Ramirez was taught the values of servitude, leadership and completing tasks. She went on to develop a passion […]
October 16, 2024
The soft touch of a crocheted blanket reminds Mercedes Watson of her grandmother, who taught her how to crochet and speak Spanish. Watson, who has put a lot of time and creativity into making many beautiful hand-crocheted blankets, she also is dedicating her efforts toward cancer research will bring healing and unique benefits for […]
October 16, 2024
Melissa Rodriguez’ multi-cultural heritage is inspiring her to help Latinos have a better lot in life. Rodriguez, who was raised in the Bronx (New York City) but identifies closely with her Puerto Rican and Cuban roots, refers to herself as a “Cubarican” with a passion to help cancer patients who are suffering psychologically. As she […]