Andres Vargas

About Andres Vargas

As Founder and CEO of the ¡Sí Se Puede! Scholarship Foundation, I provided strategic leadership that aligns mission with measurable results. My focus on financial stewardship, governance, and program development has helped drive organizational growth and extend educational opportunities for underserved students. Through strategic planning and fundraising initiatives, I’ve worked to ensure that every decision supports both immediate needs and long-term sustainability.Previously, I gained corporate experience at The Walt Disney Company, where I managed capital and expense planning and introduced Tableau integration for enhanced financial reporting. This role sharpened my skills in data analysis, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration, giving me a strong foundation in both operational efficiency and strategic planning.In addition to executive and corporate leadership, I am also a director, producer, and composer. My documentary Crossing Your Line exemplifies my multidisciplinary approach—blending visual storytelling, music composition, and production oversight to create a project that is both emotionally resonant and technically sound. This balance of analytical acumen and creative vision reflects the diverse skill set I bring to every role.Across all industries, I am passionate about building and leading high-performing teams, empowering diverse talent, and cultivating a culture of accountability and results. My career reflects a commitment to combining business strategy, creative direction, and community impact to deliver meaningful outcomes.

Experience

1. Founder

   All Paths Start With A Choice Scholarship

   Aug 2022 — Present · Orlando, FL, US

   When I was a student many years ago. Money was always a concern. For the majority of my academic career, I was working a job while studying. This allowed me to pay for books, materials, and even meals. I would love to say these jobs were internships at big companies, but that wasn’t the case. I’ve gone from cleaning toilets as a janitor to dealing with tourists as a sales associate at Universal Studios. It wasn’t easy balancing working and studying full-time. My grades suffered from it. Regardless, I did the best I could do. For me, it was a matter of getting it done to get to the goal. I told myself “SI SE PUEDE”. I have grown the desire to provide a way to support those like me who are working to provide while they seek their academic and professional aspirations. To recognize the perseverance it takes to maybe not enjoy the same experiences as others since you must catch up on schoolwork because you worked all week or had a family emergency come up. With that, I’m proud to establish this SI SE PUEDE! Scholarship Foundation. The long-term goal is that this scholarship provides peace of mind and necessary aid for years to come to those working towards achieving their dreams. I look to all those looking to support this in any way. Reaching out to a community that I know relates to doing what it takes to get to that goal or dream. If we can make a difference with just a dollar. It will be a dollar well spent.

Education

• Eastern Florida State College

  Associates, Pre-Engineering

  2007 — 2010

• Florida Institute of Technology

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General

  2018 — 2019

• University of Central Florida

  Bachelor’s Degree, Industrial Engineering

  2011 — 2015

Skills

• Seer Hardware
• Research
• Ansys
• C
• Access
• Engineering
• Cost Engineering
• Management
• Microsoft Access
• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• C++
• Seer Manufacturing
• Project Management
• Data Analysis
• Pivot Tables
• Social Media
• Apriori
• Leadership
• Time Management
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Spanish
• Photoshop
• Microsoft Word
• Team Leadership
• Cost Engineer
• Public Speaking
• Product Cost Analysis
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel