Ana Luz H.

About Ana Luz H.

My passion for learning and equity began in the vibrant community of East Austin. I was often brought along to community organizing meetings by my outspoken immigrant mother, who tirelessly advocated for educational excellence and equity from district leaders. Simultaneously, I was surrounded by Black and Latine teachers who recognized my potential and presented me with opportunities that shaped my path. These early moments set the stage for entertaining notions of power, representation, and systems change, creating a deeply personal connection to the work that continues to drive me decades later.People are at the heart of everything I do. These values have profoundly influenced my ability to engage stakeholders at all levels, from grassroots to grasstops. I bring a people-first mentality to even the most technical projects and programs, driven by a passion for solving complex problems alongside those most affected. I am equally at home scoping a vision and strategy as I am engaged in a heartfelt conversation.Centering the lived experiences of the communities we serve and embracing our shared humanity are integral to my approach. This commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging is not just a professional goal but my life\'s work. I continually revisit these practices as I seek to create lasting change.

Experience

1. Associate Director of Programs

   Beyond100k

   Mar 2024 — Present

   Led the design and execution of Beyond100K’s flagship convening, orchestrating cross-functional teams, managing external vendors and aligning programming to Beyond100K’s evolving strategic direction. • Provided day-to-day direction, clarified ownership, resolved interdependencies, and coached team members through ambiguity and shifting priorities. • Served as the point of contact for an event production vendor; actively aligned them with evolving priorities, integrated them into decision-making spaces and ensured they had the guidance needed to execute effectively. Designed and led the second cycle of the Implementation Grants Program, allocating $135K to nine organizations committed to adapting and implementing STEM belonging which served 270 teachers and 9,482 students.

Education

• New Mexico State University

  Master of

• Southwestern University

  B.A.