Anthony Alvarado
I Build Story-Driven Movements | Founder @ RISE TOGETHER (500K+ Reached) | Creative Director | Photographer | 16 Years in Community-Driven Work
- Role
- Founder & Executive Leader Director of Communications & Community Engagement at Rise Together
- Location
- Cocoa Beach, FL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Anthony Alvarado
Creative director, founder, and storyteller with 16 years leading community-driven initiatives.Founder of RISE TOGETHER (500K+ youth reached), a research-backed prevention model built on connection, storytelling, and early support.Also leading creative work through Unbroken, Salt & Soil, and Anthony.clicks—using photography and lived experiences to create connection that actually moves people.I build work that helps people feel seen—and turns that into action.
Experience
Founder & Executive Leader Director of Communications & Community Engagement
Sep 2013 — Present · Appleton, WI, US
Founder & Board Chair, RISE TOGETHER - OngoingGuiding Vision: Partnering with our Executive Director, I help shape our mission to empower young voices and strengthen communities nationwide. Together, we set a clear direction to keep our purpose front and center.Supporting Impactful Programs: I review outcomes to ensure our youth peer-support programs stay effective and impactful, continually evolving to meet those we serve.Commitment to Integrity: As Board Chair, I advocate for our values and professional standards to maintain the trust we’ve built in our communities.Executive Director (20••••20)Messaging & Storytelling: Crafted RISE TOGETHER’s authentic messaging across platforms, amplifying our mission and connecting with thousands through stories that inspire and educate.Community Engagement: Coordinated 40-50 community events each year, from workshops to trainings, fostering spaces where people could learn, share, and grow together.Educational Initiatives: Developed programs and curricula for schools and communities, addressing critical topics to build resilience and inspire action.Creating Connections: Built a national advisory board of leaders from public health, advocacy, and education—all committed to change.Amplifying Our Reach: Secured media coverage from outlets like NPR, Forbes, USA Today, and PBS, expanding RISE TOGETHER’s reach and impact.Sustaining Our Work: Engaged corporate sponsors and donors, securing essential support to drive our programs forward.Professional SummaryMy work with RISE TOGETHER reflects a commitment to building authentic connections, raising awareness, and supporting youth. Driven by a vision of resilience, I strive to create spaces where young people feel empowered and communities come together for lasting change.
Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Skills
- Public Relations
- Teaching
- Personal Development
- Sales Operations
- Customer Service
- Substance Abuse Prevention
- Social Networking
- Brand Awareness
- Social Media Marketing
- Word of Mouth Marketing
- Advertising
- Website Development
- Web Marketing
- Curriculum Development
- Event Planning
- Customer Engagement
- Recovery Coaching
- Event Management
- Team Coordination
- Program Management
- Management
- Program Development
- Public Speaking
- Research
- Peer Support
- SEO
- Mentoring
- Marketing
- Community Outreach
- Marketing Communications
- Nonprofits
- Customer Satisfaction
- Volunteer Management
- Educational Leadership
- Press Releases
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Writing
- Social Media
- Fundraising
- Marketing Strategy
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