I’m proud to announce that I have rejoined the South Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation (SoBro) as its new President and CEO. I’ve worked at SoBro on and off since 1997 and am excited to return to lead this preeminent community and economic development corporation, which has served my community for almost 50 years. From the workforce to youth development, affordable and special needs housing, business and entrepreneurial support, and real estate development, SoBro

At the UN’s Building Inclusive and Sustainable Cities and Communities Conference in Salt Lake City. I had the honor of moderating a panel on “Connecting for Stronger Communities”—exploring social and economic programs for re-entry citizens, youth programming and advocacy, and economic opportunities for MWBEs. Thanks to the Network Support Services and youth advocate Milka Rodriguez for sharing your powerful stories. #diversitymatters #partnerships #economicdevelopment #teamso

SoBro’s Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) helped our Bronx businesses secure more than $20 million in contracts and created 466 jobs in the past year alone. I’m proud to lead the team that presented the 21st Annual Bronx Business Expo at MCNY. More than 300 businesses attended a morning full of networking as business opportunities. The Bronx is open for business! #economicdevelopment #teamsobro #alwaysfromthebronx

My friends at Diversity Agenda were kind enough to let me share my story. This Bronx girl is working hard to make her family and community proud. Thank you, DA! #alwaysfromthebronx #teamsobro http://www.diversityagenda.com/insights/lourdes/lourdes.html