Presenters

Annelyn Janib Martinez

Annelyn Janib Martinez (they/them/elle) currently works as the Assistant Director of Operations & Interpersonal Violence Prevention for the Owls Care Health Promotion office at Florida Atlantic University (FAU), where they provide support and resources to help FAU students care for themselves, their peers, and their university community. Annelyn presents on a variety of health-related topics […]

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Dr. Esther Zeledón

Dr. Esther Zeledón is a transformational coach, distinguished development advisor, and passionate mentor for Latinx students. A proud alumnus of UC Berkeley and Swarthmore College, her substantial experience has directly guided governments, NGOs, and businesses to implement sustainable, inclusive progress. As a student, she actively amplified Latino voices and social justice initiatives through her service […]

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Heinz Alfredo Fernandez

Heinz Alfredo Fernandez currently works as a Consultant for the Office of Appreciative Education at Florida Atlantic University, teaching students and professionals of all levels the Appreciative Education framework. He has previously worked as an Academic Advisor, where he worked with Undecided majors on discovering their dreams and passions in order to find their career […]

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Dr. Paul Rivera

Dr. Paul Rivera is an expert in strategic planning and a professional facilitator focused on strengthening communities and organizations through shared visioning and action-oriented planning. As an international development economist specializing in locally-led and systems-based approaches, Dr. Rivera applies his deep expertise to securing widespread buy-in and fostering long-lasting positive impact in marginalized and underrepresented […]

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Hannah Bonecutter, MPH

Hannah Bonecutter is an accomplished, young woman with high aspirations, immense dedication, and an allegiance to justice. Hannah is a public health professional, earning her Master of Public Health in the Division of Health Policy and Administration, with a Global Health Concentration, and a Health Disparities Research Certificate.  She currently works at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Office […]

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India Prather, Esq.

India Prather, Esq. is a licensed Florida and North Carolina attorney. She attended Wake Forest University on a merit scholarship (valued over $240K) and brought in over $50K in private scholarships. India graduated cum laude with a major in Political Science and double minor in Spanish and Latin American Studies. Upon graduation, India joined Teach […]

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Jarrod D. Benjamin

Jarrod D. Benjamin has served in higher education for 10 years. His experience ranges from student engagement, registered student organization advisement, and student success. He serves as a consultant, professional speaker, and strategist for over 220 colleges and universities. His expertise has been tapped to serve as keynote speakers and session facilitators at over 12 […]

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Martha Selmon

Originally from California, Martha Selmon is a Latinx student at Winthrop University. She will complete her Bachelor’s degree in Professional Studies with a concentration in Health Services and a minor in Psychology this fall. She is passionate about raising awareness about the Latinx community and is a U.S. Army veteran with a healthcare background. Martha […]

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Mariana Floran

Mariana Floran has been working in higher education at Texas Woman’s University for 5 years. She currently serves as the Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions. She empowers students and families alike through her work in admissions, involvement in leading student organizations, and experience as a TWU alumna. Mariana comes from an immigrant family and is a […]

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Camille Rodriguez

Camille Rodriguez (she/her/ella) is the Stern Breakthrough Scholars and Berkley Achievement Scholars Programs Graduate Fellow at New York University. She focuses on working with undergraduate scholars of diverse backgrounds on career and leadership development, and is pursuing a Master’s degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs. During her undergraduate career at the University of Connecticut, […]

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