Jennifer W. Sanchez loves life. She is a problem solver, strategic disrupter, storyteller, connector and guru in corporate social responsibility, policy and communications. Sanchez leads neighbor relations in Arizona as Intel invests $30 billion in building two new factories to make microchips for the world. She also manages the company’s school-to-STEAM workforce pipeline strategy in Arizona. Sanchez developed the Equity in STEAM Initiative, in partnership with YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix, to address the Grand-Canyon-size of women and people of color in STEAM.

Prior to joining Intel, Sanchez led a fearless, multi-industry career, starting as an award-winning journalist for newspapers nationwide. Reporting led her into public policy, nonprofits and national politics. Her experiences include serving as a state lobbyist for marginalized communities; director of a workforce program for at-hope students; communications director for the Utah Senate Democrats; surrogate operations director at the Democratic National Committee in Washington, D.C.; and deputy operations director for Hillary for America national presidential campaign in Iowa. 

Sanchez received a Bachelor of Journalism and Public Affairs from the University of Texas at Austin and earned a Master’s of Public Administration from the University of Utah. She also received a Certificate in Public and Nonprofit Leadership from Georgetown University.

She is a fifth-generation Chicana from El Paso, Texas. Arizona is the ninth U.S. state she calls home. She loves living outside of her comfort zones, traveling, the outdoors, coaching, dancing and the theater.

Linda Medina-Lopez currently serves as the Executive Director for the Pflugerville Education Foundation (PEF). PEF is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that awards grants for innovative and creative teaching methods that lead to improved student success in Pflugerville ISD. She has spent her career supporting causes that are meaningful to her by creating partnerships and connecting leaders to impactful initiatives. Linda serves on the UT System's Chancellor's Centurion Advisory Council to address education and healthcare issues that affect all Texans. She is a member of the Inaugural Austin Business Journal's Bizwomen Leadership Council. At the local level, she supports her children's school by serving as the 23-25 PTA Spirit Day Chair (Business Partnership Fundraising Program).

In 2006, Linda founded the Young Hispanic Professional Association of Austin (YHPAA), a non-profit that provides leadership opportunities for young Latino professionals. YHPAA provides college scholarships for rising high school seniors. In 2007, she co-founded the El Paso in Austin Network, an organization that connects and recognizes fellow El Pasoans in Austin and awards college scholarships for deserving El Paso seniors coming to Austin to study. In the summer of 2021, Linda co-founded Latinos in Round Rock.

She has served on numerous boards including, Leadership Austin, City of Austin Commission for Women, SXSWedu Advisory Council, UTEP Alumni Association - Austin Chapter, Concordia University Alumni Association, ACF's Hispanic Impact Fund and Texas Education Foundation Network Conference Council.

She also served as the 2010 Chair of the See Jane Give Luncheon a program of I Live Here I Give Here, 2016 President of the Concordia Alumni Association and the 2021 Chair of Somos Austin, an initiative of the Austin Community Foundation.

Born and raised in El Paso, TX, Linda earned her Bachelor's from the University of Texas at El Paso & Master's in Education with Honors from Concordia University in Austin. She's a proud graduate of Leadership RRISD 2022, Leadership Austin Essential 2009, Hispanic Austin Leadership 2008 and Leadership Austin Emerge.

In her 12+ year career at Intel, Gloria has held various roles spanning from Software Engineer and Data Analyst for Intel Supply Chain Analytics, Program Manager and Business Operations Manager for the Internet of Things Business, Business Manager for FPGA Product Sales and just recently joined Intel Federal as Program Manager.

Early in her career, Gloria interned and held co-op positions with a few other companies including IBM, Texas Instruments and Lockheed Martin.

Gloria has a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and an MBA, both from the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP).

As first-generation college graduate she makes a conscious effort to serve on various Latinx/Hispanic platforms in and outside of Intel to aid in progression, development, inspiration and helping each other.  She is currently one of two Operations Managers for Intel's Latinx Leadership Council made up of Intel's highest ranking Hispanic Senior Leadership and formerly served as President for the Phoenix Chapter of Prospanica, a national organization for Hispanic Professional advancement.

Beyond work and community involvement, she enjoys travel, scouting out new places to eat and have fun, singing, and dancing.

Diana Bruce, Advocate for Thriving Students (she/her/hers), is a nationally recognized school health leader, facilitator, speaker and trainer who brings a unique approach advancing health and education equity. For more than 30 years, she has advocated non-profit governance, child and adolescent health, school health, reproductive health, HIV/STI prevention, sexuality education and LGBTQ advocacy, through policy and program development at the local, state and federal levels. Diana is known for her method of pairing radical empathy with sound public policy to engage communities in working together to create “student-centered” and “human-centered” solutions. 

Diana leads her own consulting practice where she develops and delivers empathy based, human-centered stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, policy development and training to schools and youth-serving organizations. She is an expert at navigating Title IX, FERPA, HIPAA and Section 504 to ensure academic access for young people, and has participated in a number of court cases on behalf of transgender students. Diana also advises K-12 schools on COVID-19 and school health challenges exacerbated by the pandemic, including catching students up on immunizations and creating safe and welcoming school environments for students most at the margins. She’s often hired by schools seeking to create more inclusive policies for their transgender students, and by non-profit organizations to engage their communities and develop programming. 

Raised on the U.S./Mexico border, Diana stayed home for college, earning a Bachelor’s in Journalism from the University of Texas at El Paso. Her policy expertise comes from experience as well as education. Diana holds a Master of Public Administration and Policy, with a concentration in Gender and Public Policy, from Columbia University. 

When not advising schools and organizations, Diana teaches yoga from an equity framework, serves as Secretary and Development Committee Chair on the Board of Directors of Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, and sits on the National Inclusion Committee of Zeta Tau Alpha. Diana’s pronouns are she/her/hers. 

Learn more about Diana at dianabruce.com. 

A seasoned strategist with a passion for sustainable design, I have cultivated a unique career trajectory that seamlessly blends creative vision with industry acumen. From the dynamic world of HGTV to the forefront of internationally recognized design studios, my diverse experiences have equipped me with a holistic perspective. 

With a Master's degree in Sustainable Design, I have dedicated my career to driving positive impact within the AEC industry. My expertise in communications, client relations, and strategic planning has fostered meaningful partnerships with architects, engineers, and contractors. By combining innovative design principles with sound business strategies, I have empowered clients to achieve their sustainability goals and elevate their market position.

My proven leadership abilities have been instrumental in developing and executing successful marketing campaigns and business development initiatives. I am a results-oriented professional committed to creating sustainable and thriving built environments.

Since 2001, Cristina Valdés has been more than just a top-rated REALTOR® in Austin, Texas—she's been an educator, advisor, and long-term partner in her clients' real estate journeys. Focused on adding value beyond the transactional aspects, Cristina employs a consultative approach that aims to empower her clients with knowledge and strategies to make informed decisions. Her ultimate goal? To help you optimize your real estate investments and elevate your net worth over the long term.

Cristina is dedicated to establishing deep and lasting connections with her clients, not just fulfilling single transactions. Her business model is unique in that it's built primarily on referrals—a testament to the level of trust and satisfaction that her clients have experienced. Her clients frequently become lifelong friends and allies in the real estate sphere, trusting her to guide them through one of the most significant financial decisions of their lives and referring Cristina to family and friends for the same service. Knowledge is power, and Cristina is committed to arming her clients with the insights they need to navigate the real estate market with confidence.

Cristina aims to create a rich educational environment that allows clients to make decisions based on clarity and sound principles. Financial acumen is at the core of Cristina's services. Her work isn't merely about closing deals—it's about enriching your long-term financial portfolio. Cristina's consultative services are designed to align your property decisions with your larger financial goals. She’s a REALTOR® and a steward of your financial well-being, providing the tools, strategies, and counsel to help you grow your net worth through intelligent real estate investments.

Cristina's not just selling homes; she's cultivating educated investors, nurturing lifelong relationships, and helping you lay the groundwork for a prosperous future.